ALS BC’s PROJECT HOPE is Helping to Transform ALS and PLS Care and Igniting the Search for a Cure
Witness the power of HOPE in action. PROJECT HOPE, spearheaded by the ALS Society of BC, is a commitment to advancing ALS research and care. This video showcases the incredible work at the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Related Disorders (ALSRD) Clinic at UBC's Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health, from compassionate care to pursuing life-changing treatments. For those battling ALS and related disorders like PLS, this initiative offers a beacon of light. But we can't do it alone. Your support is crucial. Donate today and become a vital part of this ambitious journey towards a future without ALS.
Tri’ing to End ALS – One Stroke, Pedal, and Step at a Time
Honouring the Generosity of Dr. Andrew and Kathleen Eisen
B.C. couple embarking on cross-country triathlon fundraiser
Funds raised will go towards the ALS Society, along with ALS BC's PROJECT HOPE.
Hope on the horizon for ALS
Dr. Erik Pioro is bridging research and care to accelerate the development of innovative ALS treatments for patients across British Columbia.
ALS Research Funding for PROJECT HOPE
Watch Jay Janower's Global News Morning BC interview with the ALS Society of BC's PROJECT HOPE lead professor, Dr. Erik Pioro and the director of ALS Action Canada, Kevin Moorehead, as they chat about ALS research funding for PROJECT HOPE.
The Power of MRI in ALS Research
Discover how MRI technology is revolutionizing ALS research by aiding scientists understand the progression, which will help develop new treatments. Hear from Dr. Erik Pioro at the ALS and Related Disorders Clinic and Chair of PROJECT HOPE Wendy Toyer about the importance of having a comprehensive center dedicated to ALS research and patient care.
PROJECT HOPE: A Beacon of Hope for ALS Patients
Learn about Project Hope, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing ALS patients in British Columbia with access to cutting-edge clinical trials. Hear from Wendy Toyer, chair of PROJECT HOPE, about the inspiration behind this project and the positive impact it's having on the lives of patients and their families.
What ALS is?
Join Michael Newman as he talks with Dr. Erik Pioro about ALS, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons. Discover how the ALS and Related Disorders Clinic at UBC is working to provide world-class care for patients.
ALS and Related Disorders Clinic Opens at UBC!
The ALS Society of British Columbia’s (ALS BC) PROJECT HOPE, in a powerful collaboration with the Government of British Columbia, the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, and Vancouver Coastal Health, proudly announces the opening of the new Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Related Disorders (ALSRD) Clinic.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Related Disorders Clinic opens at the DMCBH
SENSORY/MOTOR SYSTEMS & MOVEMENT DISORDERS
Global News Morning BC
This past month Global News has been taking a closer look at the fatal neurological disorder ALS. It's a devastating diagnosis not only for a patient but also for their family and support network. A Vancouver man shares the story of his brother's loss to spread the word about Project Hope and the clinical research launched at UBC.
Global News
Fans across the province are hoping the Canucks wrap things up Friday night in their series with the Nashville Predators. And one of those fans is a long-time supporter who epitomizes hope. Jason Pires has her story.
Global NEWS Morning BC
Project Hope has officially launched at UBC. The new research centre and treatment clinic will soon be up and running on campus, offering people living with ALS in British Columbia a beacon of hope. Jason Pires sat down with the lead professor of research at the unveiling of the centre for more information on the work being done.
Global NEWS Morning BC
Brad MacKenzie was a tireless advocate for people with ALS right up until his passing, from the disease, earlier this year. Jason Pires speaks with his mother Rose about Brad’s fight for more research into a cure for the disease.
ALS Society of BC Recognized as Major Donor to UBC’s Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health
A center of interdisciplinary neuroscience that integrates foundational and clinical research.
PROJECT HOPE: A Beacon of Light in the Fight Against ALS
Under Dr. Erik Pioro's leadership, PROJECT HOPE aims to revolutionize ALS care and research in British Columbia.
Letter of Support from Member of the Legislative Assembly, Adam Walker
The ALS Society of BC is seeking the BC Government to match funds raised for their PROJECT HOPE initiative.
Letter of Support from Member of Parliament, Todd Doherty
Strong support for $10 million in funding for PROJECT HOPE'S second phase.
Global NEWS Morning BC
Jason Pires talks with Dr. Erik Pioro, the new lead professor in ALS research at UBC, about how new research could lead to lifechanging treatments for people with ALS.
Global NEWS Morning BC
Jason Pires joins ALS patient Darryl Borsato as he undergoes specialized treatment at VGH.
Global NEWS Morning BC
Jason Pires sits down with Dr. Andrew Eisen, whose career has been defined by groundbreaking ALS research and advocacy for patients
Global NEWS Morning BC
Jason Pires speaks with Michelle McGregor as she comes to terms with her ALS diagnosis while continuing to lead a non-profit organization.
Vancouver Sun
Dr. Erik P. Pioro will lead PROJECT HOPE for ALS Society of BC
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