November 9, 2019, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Toronto, Gaining Ground in Parkinson’s Research will focus on the future of Parkinson’s research and the importance of clinical trails and patient advocacy. The event will feature a principal investigator from the Canadian Open Parkinson Network (C-OPN), Ben Stecher, a Parkinson’s patient advocate and Dawn Richards of Clinical Trials Ontario.
Dr. Tiago Mestre – Cannabis for Pain in Parkinson’s Disease
Dr. Tiago Mestre, MD, MSc “Cannabis for Pain in Parkinson’s Disease – The Research Perspective” Associated Scientist with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute and the University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute Dr. Mestre, the Co-Principal Investigator with Lead Investigator, Dr. Susan Fox, are conducting a pilot study to determine the safety of oils made from cannabinoids (THC and … Read More
The Victory Summit® – Ottawa
On Saturday, October 5th, 2019, join Parkinson Canada and our partner, the Davis Phinney Foundation, for The Victory Summit® Parkinson’s symposium in Ottawa. This national educational event is a moving day of information and inspiration, featuring dynamic presentations from leading movement disorder neurologists and therapists from across the country. It’s an upbeat, fast-paced event of community and connection, filled with … Read More
Advancing Parkinson Research, Advocacy & Awareness Conference – London, ON
Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Stoessl, UBC, Neurologist Researcher, this full day event will also include an introduction to Canadian Open Parkinson Network (C-OPN), presentations by Parkinson Canada researchers, sessions on advocacy & awareness, lunch and snacks.
Info Session on PD (English)
SUNDAY AUGUST 25, 4-6 PM, at St-Paul Anglican Chruch, Ground floor, 3970 Ch. Côte-Ste-Catherine, MTL, H3T 1E3 The session will talk about the first signs, diagnosis, motor and non motor symptoms, as well as adaptation strategies, including medication therapies and complementary care options. Presented by Lisa Mintz from Parkinson Canada. Organised in collaboration with the Guyana Association of Montreal. The … Read More
Info session on PD (French)
. TUESDAY AUGUST 6th, 7-9 PM, at Clinique Neuro Rive Sud in Greenfield Park The session will talk about the first signs, diagnosis, motor and non motor symptoms, as well as adaptation strategies, including medication therapies and complementary care options. Presented by Hélène Deutsch, M.Sc., clinical nurse living with PD. Organised by Parkinson Canada in collaboration with Neuro Rive Sud … Read More
Golf for Parkinson’s at Mad River
This charitable golf tournament, open to all, is dedicated to raising much needed funds to support research to find a cure or better management options for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Wednesday September 25th 11 am Check In, Lunch, Warm Up 12 am Shotgun Start 4:30 pm Appetizers & Prizes Your registration fee of $170* includes lunch, practice range, cart with golf, and prizes … Read More
