BC Brain Wellness Program

July 06, 2026

Upcoming Events

Mindful Nature Walk: Savouring the Five Senses
Wednesday, July 15, 10:00-11:00 AM (in-person)

Come meander through UBC Farm to sink in and savour the five senses. We will practice resting our attention on the sight of the sky, the sound of the breeze in the trees, the scent of the flowers, the touch of the petals, and the taste of berries we find along the way as well as tea brewed from ingredients from the farm. Leave feeling both refreshed in the moment and equipped with new skills to help you savour the wonder of nature into the future.

Details:

Location: UBC Farm (3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver BC V6T 1Z4)
We will meet at the main gates by the parking lot and begin our tour promptly at 10 AM.
Cost: $10

World Brain Day: "Access for All: Brain Wellness Beyond Traditional Approaches to Science and Care"
Wednesday, July 29, 12:00-1:00 PM (online)

Celebrate World Brain Day by joining the BC Brain Wellness Program and the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health for a live session of presentations and panel discussion about expanding research and brain health practices beyond traditional and Western models of science and care.

Speakers:

Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell
Dr. Tanya Barretto
Dr. Marissa Lithopoulos

Ask the Expert
Wednesday, July 8 & August 5, 1:00-2:00 PM (online)

During this event series, participants are encouraged to come with their own questions and engage directly with our team’s experts. Our July session will feature physiotherapist Hannah Peters.

These sessions are designed to be participant-driven, meaning you can ask questions in the chat or speak directly over the Zoom call. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can hear others' experiences and learn through shared discussion.

Series Extended: Dancing with Parkinson's
Tuesdays, June 23 to August 25, 10:45-11:45 AM (in-person)

Meet, mingle, and move with your Parkinson’s community in BC! In collaboration with Dancing with Parkinson's and Inverso Productions, our in-person dance class series for people living with Parkinson's disease and older adults is continuing for July and August.

Details:

Location: Birmingham Studio (3rd Floor) at The Dance Centre (Downtown Vancouver)
Free of cost

Community Events and Resources

Recipe Spotlight

From our Brain Power Kitchen class themed "Mindful Summer Social Eating", click below to find out how to make Indonesian Satay Chicken Skewers and Summer Squash Corn Salad.

Recipes

Research Opportunities

Review current research opportunities with the BC Brain Wellness Program, including the "Microbiome and Diet in Parkinson’s Disease" and the "Probiotic Treatment for Depression and Associated Mood Disorders in Parkinson's Disease" studies.

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BCBWP Blog

Check out our blog post titled "Yoga and PTSD: A Body-First Approach to Healing Trauma" to read about a yoga-based treatment specifically designed for those living with trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Read here

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The BC Brain Wellness Program is an entirely donor funded program and would not be possible without donors like you. A gift today will ensure the ongoing development and delivery of classes. Thank you for your support.

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We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions regarding the program. If you wish to submit anonymous feedback, please fill out our Feedback Form on the Contact Us page.

If you would like to inquire about technical issues or any other feedback requiring a response, please reach out to us via email or phone. Responses on the feedback form are anonymous.

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