Parkinson’s disease was first identified in 1817 by British doctor James Parkinson, who described various symptoms of what was then … Read More
Parkinson’s disease: How to manage day-to-day symptoms
If you’re one of the 99,000 Canadians over the age of 40 living with Parkinson’s disease, then you know the … Read More
Survey reveals gaps in health services available for people with Parkinson’s
Impact on caregivers and health professionals increases as disease progresses TORONTO, ON, March 28, 2018 — Parkinson Canada, the definitive … Read More
Better Access to Treatment Options in Nova Scotia
In January 2017, Parkinson Canada launched a campaign to get Duodopa covered by the Nova Scotia public drug program. Our … Read More
Parkinson Canada CEO Co-Authors Article on Brain Health Research
Parkinson Canada is very pleased to let you know that an opinion article co-authored by Dr. Lynn Raymond, President, Canadian … Read More
2017 Quebec Activity Report
Parkinson Canada is grateful for your trust and loyal support. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to meet the … Read More
Medication Update – Apomorphine (Movapo)
We are pleased to inform you that apomorphine (MOVAPO) has received a positive recommendation by CADTH, the Canadian Agency for … Read More
Calgary, AB – Parkinson Canada expanding services for Albertans
CALGARY, AB, January 9, 2018 – Parkinson Canada is expanding its current services and programs to further support Albertans living … Read More
Tax Receipts for Donations
End-of-Year Tax Receipts as per Canada Revenue Agency requirements Donations received by mail Donations must be post marked by Canada … Read More
We are Family
Over twenty years ago, Joyce Barretto’s mother, Lena, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. When her family looked for information about the disease, they found something they weren’t expecting.