Media & Awards
Read About Our Year-End Match Campaign on Victoria News.
This year, a group of generous donors are matching every donation up to $60,000 to help meet our $120,000 goal. Make your gift go twice as far by donating today, and support the Parkinson’s community.
Meet Two Members of PWP’s Community in This Episode of Our Community.
In this heartfelt episode of "Our Community," AMI and M1 Films feature Parkinson Wellness Projects and the incredible work that goes into supporting those with Parkinson's disease. Tune in as they meet Kate and May, two inspiring individuals who share their personal journeys with Parkinson’s disease and the profound impact our community has had on their lives.
Health Quality BC’s Award for Living with Illness or Disability Runner-Up
Parkinson Wellness Projects was a runner-up for the 2023 BC Quality Awards under the Illness or Disability category for our programs and services.
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10,000km bike ride for Parkinson's programs starts in Victoria, touches 3 coasts
Victoria News | July 22, 2024
“Teams include at least one cyclist living with Parkinson’s in gruelling 10,000-kilometre journey across Canada…”
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‘It becomes all-consuming in your life’: Alf Todd pedals for a cure to help other Parkinson’s patients
Chek News | July 21, 2024
“When Alf Todd gets on his bike, he has an overwhelming sense of freedom…”
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Our Community: Cross-Canada cycle ride raises money for Parkinson's programs
Times Colonist | July 21, 2024
“Teams of cyclists will embark on a 10,000-kilometre journey across Canada as part of the Spinning Wheels Relay to End Parkinson’s, starting Saturday, July 27…”
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Greater Victoria wellness groups celebrate boost from Island Health grants
Victoria News | July 12, 2024
“The funding will allow one organization to relaunch its night outreach program for Indigenous peoples…”
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Our Community: Cleaning crusade puts a shine on Chinatown, rest of downtown core
Times Colonist | May 13, 2024
“Former long-serving Victoria council member Charlayne Thornton-Joe leads the annual effort…”
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125th annual Douglas Mile in Victoria to raise money for Parkinson’s Disease
Victoria News | May 6, 2024
“Ahead of the 125th Victoria Day Douglas Mile parade, this year’s charity of choice for the event is Parkinson Wellness Projects (PWP)…”
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Former Victoria-Beacon Hill MLA speaks to Parkinson’s, politics, perseverance
Victoria News | April 25, 2024
“A conversation with Carole James on ‘retirement’ after a political career, living with Parkinson’s and finding meaning through family…”
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Greater Victoria to light up for World Parkinson’s Day
Victoria News | April 7, 2024
“10 million lights will represent 10 million people worldwide…”
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Spinning Wheels: Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here
Bailey Martin, Executive Director, joins Jim Here on an episode of Spinning Wheels: Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here to highlight the people involved in the Spinning Wheels Relay to End Parkinson’s. She talks about the important role Parkinson Wellness Projects has taken on in the past few years for the community they serve, as well as the importance of exercising and community building.
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Carole James finds community with the Parkinson's Wellness Project
Chek News | December 11, 2023
“She used to do battle at the B.C. Legislature but these days, three years after her retirement, Carole James is focused on a different fight. Stacy Ross has more…”
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Carole James reflects on her time in politics
Chek News | December 4, 2023
“Former Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Carole James says, "You can leave the legislature, but the legislature never leaves you." She reflects on her time in politics, her retirement, and living with Parkinson's Disease…”
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Empowering lives with Bailey Martin from the Parkinson Wellness Project
Victoria Now | November 7, 2023
“In the latest episode of Business Matters, presented by Island Savings a Division of First West Credit Union, host Rob Cupello welcomes guest Bailey Martin, executive director of Parkinson Wellness Project…”
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Victoria-based Parkinson’s non-profit focuses on physical exercise
Victoria News | June 14, 2023
“Parkinson’s disease is one of the most dangerous maladies for not only the victim, but their care partners as well…”
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Victoria Day Parade long weekend events: more than a parade
Times Colonist | May 20, 2023
“8:45 a.m. Douglas Mile, a fundraising run in support of Parkinson Wellness Projects, along Douglas Street, from Summit Street to Victoria City Hall…”
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Parkinson Wellness Project bringing unparalleled care back to Victoria
Saanich News | February 7, 2022
“Therapeutic fitness sessions, educational opportunities make a ‘significant difference’ for clients…”
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First-of-its-kind Parkinson's community centre opens in Victoria
CTV News | September 18, 2019
“For people living on lower Vancouver Island with Parkinson's disease, there is now a community centre to help them through their journey…”
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Exercise, not drugs, the focus of new Victoria Parkinson's centre
CBC | October 18, 2017
“Anonymous $500,000 donation launches stand-alone community centre for movement disorders…”