The 2024 Annual Report marks a year of meaningful change and unwavering commitment at Parkinson Society BC. We welcomed new CEO Joanne Baker, moved to a new office, and continued investing in healthcare, research, and community services. Key highlights include:...
The following is an article written by Taylor Caron of Salmo, BC, that was published in local Kootenay newspapers for Parkinson’s Awareness Month in 2025. At 46, being diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) was not on my map for the year—but...
Our office will be closed on Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day statutory holiday. We will reopen with regular hours (8:30am-4:30pm) on Tuesday, May 20. As a result, there will be no drop-in Information & Referral Day on Monday, but you can schedule an in-person...
Our office will be closed on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21 for Good Friday and Easter Monday. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 22 with regular hours (8:30am–4:30pm). As a result, there will be no drop-in Information & Referral Day on Monday, but you can...
In the Spring edition of Viewpoints, we delve into all things bone health for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), offering strategies and tips to increase bone mineral density safely. Additionally, April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time to highlight the...
Dr. Ali Salahpour from the University of Toronto is exploring whether combining L-DOPA, the primary treatment for Parkinson’s disease, with cannabinoid compounds can enhance its effectiveness and reduce side effects like L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia (LID). His research systematically tests multiple cannabinoids in animal models, aiming to improve Parkinson’s treatment and also discover new therapies for rare dopamine-related diseases.
Dr. Nika Shakiba from UBC is researching human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) to improve their safe and efficient use in cell therapies for conditions like Parkinson’s disease. Her lab uses genetic engineering and computational tools to detect and eliminate cancer-like mutations in lab-grown cells, optimizing biomanufacturing and differentiation processes to make hPSC-based treatments more reliable and scalable.
📍 Locations across BC | 🗓 Time Commitment: 2-5 hrs/week Parkinson SuperWalk is the largest fundraising event for Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), taking place in communities across the country each September. With over 17,500 people living with Parkinson’s...
Don't miss out on vital updates, events, and opportunities to get involved—especially as we approach Parkinson’s Awareness Month this April! By joining our mailing list(s), you can receive updates on: Parkinson’s Awareness Month activities, including how to get...
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