Congratulations to Ralph Ayers of Kelowna, BC, who won the Parkinson SuperWalk Race to Register incentive on June 9, 2017! Ralph was one of the British Columbians who registered online for SuperWalk before Friday, June 9 in addition to raising $200 online. His name...
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Winner drawn for Champions Raffle
Jun 9, 2017 | News
On Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at the Me-n-Ed's Charity Golf Tournament in Burnaby, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) staff drew the winner of the Champions for Parkinson's Raffle. The winner is Hendrika Brunke of Surrey, BC, who purchased her raffle ticket at a...
Deadline Extended: Champions for Parkinson’s Raffle Tickets
May 17, 2017 | News
Due to an increase in demand, we will be extending the deadline for the purchase of Champions for Parkinson's raffle ticket until Friday, May 19 at 4:00pm. GRAND PRIZE: One round trip flight for two (2) to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination**Draw...
Early bird rates extended for the Moving Forward, Together conference
May 2, 2017 | News
We are pleased to to announce that due to the popularity of the Moving Forward, Together conference, and our desire to make this an accessible event for all, our early bird registration rates will remain in effect until registration closes. Rates are as follows:...
Alan Jacques talks about art and Parkinson’s for Capture Photography Festival
Apr 30, 2017 | News
Award-winning photographer Alan Jacques has been involved in photography since 1972. By the end of the 1970s he was a part-time freelance photographer and a photography instructor. In 1991, Alan was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Rather than...
Full Throttle: Sea to Sky ride for Parkinson’s now open to new registrants and online donations
Apr 26, 2017 | News
Join a motley crew of motorcycle and car enthusiasts who want to make a difference for the Parkinson's community in BC on Sunday, May 28, 2017. Participants will enjoy a relaxed and scenic ride or drive from Vancouver to Whistler on the beautiful Sea to Sky Highway....
It’s National Volunteer Week
Apr 25, 2017 | News
April 23 - 29, 2017 is National Volunteer Week. As a member-based non-profit society, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) relies heavily on the contributions of dedicated volunteers. PSBC volunteers are diverse, coming from all walks of life, but are united by...
Spring Online Auction dates extended!
Apr 20, 2017 | News
Parkinson Society BC is hosting a Spring Online Auction from April 11 to May 2, 2017. The original deadline of April 22 has been extended to May 2 to allow for further bidding. Dozens of exciting items are up for grabs, including a two night stay on a private...
April 11 is World Parkinson’s Day
Apr 7, 2017 | News
Every year, indviduals and organizations around the world recognize April 11 as World Parkinson's Day. April 11th marks the birthday of Dr. James Parkinson, the British physician who wrote An Essay on the Shaking Palsy, the first paper to describe Parkinson's...