Lethbridge Casino
2025-07-16 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Pure Casino, 3756 2 Ave S, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Alberta casinos provide much-needed support revenue for non-profit organizations, and PAA is fortunate to benefit from this occasionally throughout the year.
Our upcoming casino is at the Pure Casino in Lethbridge on Wednesday, July 16 and Thursday, July 17.
Volunteer with a friend for a fun afternoon or evening while supporting Parkinson Association of Alberta. Your meals, snacks and refreshments are provided during your shift.
Email volunteer@parkinsonassociation.ca to sign up today!

Spinning Wheels Ride Along
2025-08-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Alberta
Spinning Wheels is back for 2025! Biking over 10,000km, teams comprised of people with Parkinson’s and their friends will bike across Canada to raise money and awareness for people who live with Parkinson disease and their families. Beginning on August 2nd in British Columbia and Newfoundland the tour will be all across Canada till September 13th. The tour is taking a stop in Calgary on Wednesday, August 13th for a ride along! Everyone is invited to join the ride-along. Checkout the rest of the tour and join the ride! Call our toll-free line for more information.

Spinning Wheels Ride Along & BBQ
2025-08-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Buchanan Centre, 11209 86 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Spinning Wheels is back for 2025! Biking over 10,000km, teams comprised of people with Parkinson’s and their friends will bike across Canada to raise money and awareness for people who live with Parkinson disease and their families. Beginning on August 2nd in British Columbia and Newfoundland the tour will be all across Canada till September 13th. The Alberta leg of the tour is ending in Edmonton on Saturday, August 16th at the Buchanon Centre for a BBQ! Everyone is invited to come socialize with the riders and enjoy a delicious meal. Checkout the rest of the tour and join the ride! Call our toll-free line for more information.

Prince of Darkness All Star Jam
2025-08-17 18:30 - 23:00 | Kings Head Eatery and Music Room, 9116 Macleod Trail South, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 0P5, Canada
Join us at the Kings Head Eatery and Music Room for a Prince of Darkness Tribute night as we rock for a cause and celebrate the legacy of Ozzy. Jam starts at 6:30pm. Tickets are by donation starting at $10. We hope to see you there!

Step ‘n Stride
2025-09-06 00:00 - 2025-09-13 23:59 | Alberta
Every September for the past twelve years, our Parkinson’s communities from across Alberta have gathered as one community and walked for Parkinson’s. With your support, we have raised more than $3 million dollars to help support a better life for those living with and loving someone with Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes.
Step ‘n Stride is much more than just a walk. It is a chance to get together with friends and family, play some games, be entertained, have some food and treats, and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, while supporting those we love and care for.
Walk with us from September 6th-13th either at your closest location or host your own event with our DIY kit.

Climbing for Change 2025
2025-09-27 09:00 - 2025-09-28 09:00 | Rabbit Hill Snow Resort, 20715 57 Ave SW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
What: On behalf of a chosen charity participants run/climb the equivalent
elevation of a famous mountain on a ski hill. Up. Down. Repeat. Participants
may run solo or as part of a team of up to 6 people. This challenge is HARD,
requiring grit and determination to complete.
Register a team (or 2!) of up to 6 people over on Race Roster
Website: www.climbingforchange.ca
Main Contact: Chelsea Laser – info@climbingforchange.ca

Hope Conference
2025-11-01 09:00 - 15:00
The 2025 Hope Conference is our one-day event featuring expert guest speakers, each of whom will share their insights, experience, and knowledge from their respective fields of research.
Our goal is to once again leave you feeling motivated with renewed hope for the future and provide you with education and inspiration.
Hope Conference will also offer questions and answer periods with each speaker, and special content from our PAA staff and Program Supporters.

Red Deer Casino
2025-12-21 - 2025-12-22 | Red Deer Resort & Casino, 3310 50 Ave, Red Deer, AB, T4N 3X9, Canada
Alberta casinos provide much-needed support revenue for non-profit organizations, and PAA is fortunate to benefit from this occasionally throughout the year.
Our upcoming casino is at the Deerfoot inn & Casino in Red Deer on Sunday, December 21 and Monday, December 22nd.
Volunteer with a friend for a fun afternoon or evening while supporting Parkinson Association of Alberta. Your meals, snacks and refreshments are provided during your shift.
Email volunteer@parkinsonassociation.ca to sign up today!

Edmonton Casino
2026-03-16 09:00 - 2026-03-17 04:00 | Century Casino (13103 Fort Rd), 13103 Fort Rd, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Sign up for shifts here

Parkinson Awareness Month
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30 | Alberta
Around the World, April is Parkinson Awareness Month.
Every day in Canada, 18 more people are diagnosed with Parkinson disease (PD), which means that in April alone more than 550 individuals in this country will learn they have the disease. PD is a chronic, progressive disease with no treatment, therapy, or drug to slow or halt its progression. However, with the proper medical care, support system, education and services, many people with PD can live a full and active life.
Visit our website for everything happening during Parkinson Awareness Month

Stand Up to Parkinsons - Edmonton
2026-04-11 11:00 - 13:00 | West Edmonton Mall, 8882 170 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5T4J2, Canada
(Sit ‘n) Stand up to the challenge! Parkinson Awareness Day – April 11th, we are determined to complete 25,000 Sit ‘n Stands as part of our bigger goal of reaching 500,000 Sit ‘n Stands in the month of April! Join us in Edmonton as we host our Stand Up to Parkinson’s event where we invite our communities and their circles together to learn, share, enjoy and participate in an active morning. Together WE ARE creating an IMPACT.
Join us for free coffee and baked goods, appearances from local community leaders, fitness demonstrations and the sit ‘n stand challenge!
Register by heading to: https://parkinsonassociation.akaraisin.com/ui/StandUpToParkinsons2026EDM/tickets

Stand Up to Parkinsons - Calgary
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | JCC Centre, 1607 90 Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 4V7
(Sit ‘n) Stand up to the challenge! Parkinson Awareness Day – April 11th, we are determined to complete 25,000 Sit ‘n Stands as part of our bigger goal of reaching 500,000 Sit ‘n Stands in the month of April! Join us in Calgary at the JCC Centre as we host our Stand Up to Parkinson’s event where we invite our communities and their circles together to learn, share, enjoy and participate in an active morning. Together WE ARE creating an IMPAACT.
Join us for free coffee and baked goods, appearances from local community leaders, fitness demonstrations and the sit ‘n stand challenge!
Register by heading to: https://parkinsonassociation.akaraisin.com/ui/StandUptoParkinsons2026CGY/tickets

Atypical Parkinsonism Symposium
2026-05-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Alberta
Join specialists to explore diagnosis, care planning, communication tools, and quality of life for people diagnosed with Atypical Parkinsonism. Designed for individuals living with Progressive Supanuclear Palsy (PSP), Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) and Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) and their care partners, families, and continuing care staff.

One of a Kind Brunch
2026-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Evario Event Centre, 950 Parsons Rd SW, Edmonton, Alberta
Join us for an inspiring and empowering morning at our 2nd Annual ONE-OF-A-KIND BRUNCH, where community comes together to raise awareness and support for people living with Parkinson disease.
ONE-OF-A-KIND BRUNCH offers a meaningful and thought-provoking experience featuring engaging activities, empowering client stories, and an inspiring keynote presentation. We are honoured to welcome Larry Gifford, global Parkinson’s advocate, who will share his personal story of resilience and hope, and speak to the enduring strength of our Parkinson’s community.
Purchase tickets here

Annual General Meeting
2026-05-30 13:30 - 14:00 | Evario Event Centre, 950 Parsons Rd SW, Edmonton, Alberta
The activities of Parkinson Association of Alberta are monitored by our passionate volunteer board of directors that meets bi-monthly. The board makes and amends policy decisions about our organization, its resources, and activities, and communicates its vision to members and the public.
Our Annual General Meeting is a time for members to use their vote to help guide the direction of PAA. Members must have a valid membership 30 days prior to the AMG in order to vote. Remember to purchase or renew your membership by Thursday, April 30th.
This is your opportunity to ask questions, express any concerns, as well as provide feedback about what you enjoy or find useful.

Buchanan 10 Anniversary Open House
2026-06-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Buchanan Centre, 11209 86 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join Parkinson Association of Alberta and the Gordon and Diane Buchanan Family Foundation with live music, food & refreshments, interactive experiences, recognition presentation and more!

Wellness Retreat
2026-09-11 13:00 - 2026-09-13 12:00 | Drumheller, AB
We are excited to share that registration is underway for our 3rd Parkinson’s Wellness Retreat. This retreat for people with Parkinson’s and their Care Partners are joined with members of the medical community and PAA staff for a unique getaway! This multiple day retreat will include hiking and other physical activities, education in the form of chat style conversations with medical professionals, creative endeavours, mindfulness work, and social time.

Step 'n Stride
2026-09-12 - 2026-09-20 | Alberta
Many of us know someone who has been affected by Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder that mainly affects parts of the brain controlling movement.
Step ‘n Stride is our annual walk for Parkinson’s, helping to raise much-needed funds and bring awareness for Parkinson’s Disease and Atypical Parkinsonism (formerly known as Parkinson Plus Syndromes).

We walk at Step ‘n Stride to help raise awareness of Parkinson disease and Atypical Parkinsonism, which affects more than 1 in 500 people across Canada, and more than 15,000 Albertans.
We walk at Step ‘n Stride to help raise the funds needed to deliver the programs and services our communities have come to depend on.
We walk to support the ones we love and care for.

Step ‘n Stride is for everybody! Come join us on September 12th in Yellowknife and September 19 & 20 in Alberta. We’ll bring you fun-filled, inclusive, family-friendly weekend events! Share support, laughter, fresh air, great food, and entertainment while being part of the Parkinson’s community.
