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COVID-19: One-time payment to persons with disabilities

COVID-19: One-time payment to persons with disabilities

The Government of Canada has announced a one-time, non-taxable $600 payment to offset some of the financial stress people with disabilities may have experienced during the pandemic. Some of these additional expenses may include higher costs for personal protective...

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Moving Forward, Together Provincial Conference Resources

Moving Forward, Together Provincial Conference Resources

This year, our provincial conference Moving Forward, Together went virtual! We feel fortunate that we were able to find a way to continue hosting this event that provides valuable education and resources for the Parkinson's community.  For those who were unable...

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Advocacy Update – Allied Healthcare Professional Funding

Advocacy Update – Allied Healthcare Professional Funding

Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) aims to be an effective lobbyist for issues important to the Parkinson’s community. With the grassroots support of our advocacy networks, we have influenced the Ministry of Health to increase funding and access to crucial...

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Upcoming Improv Opportunities

Upcoming Improv Opportunities

Unfortunately, due to low registration numbers, our Fall Improv Series has been canceled. We are looking to reschedule in the near future. For those interested in participating in improv classes, there are a number of opportunities we recommend with Dan Dumsha...

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COVID-19 Office Safety Protocols

COVID-19 Office Safety Protocols

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of our staff and community. While Parkinson Society BC staff are working remotely until further notice, we have implemented safety measures...

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Parkinson SuperWalk – Join us for our Opening Ceremonies

Parkinson SuperWalk – Join us for our Opening Ceremonies

We are going to miss seeing everyone’s smiling faces at our community walks this year, but that doesn’t mean Parkinson SuperWalk won’t be memorable! We invite you to join us for our Opening Ceremonies which will be live streamed on Saturday, September 12th at 10:00am....

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Test your limits at Grit Day!

Test your limits at Grit Day!

Grit Day is a full-day affair testing the physical and mental GRIT of participants while raising awareness and fundraising to improve the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease. In 2019, Grit Day started as a fundraiser and way for Doug and Colin...

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Full Throttle returns this September!

Full Throttle returns this September!

Full Throttle is back this Fall, and you are invited to participate!  Full Throttle is a relaxed and scenic ride or drive from Vancouver to Whistler along the Sea to Sky highway. In Whistler, participants can enjoy a 25% discount on lunch at the Longhorn Saloon...

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In Memoriam of Paddi Wood

In Memoriam of Paddi Wood

Dear friends of the Parkinson’s community: It is with deep regret that we share with you today that our friend, Paddi Wood, passed away suddenly this weekend. The news brought shock to the office as she was in great spirits last week when Jean Blake, our CEO, had...

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