White Rock to host Parkinson SuperWalk
Published 1:45 pm Sunday, September 6, 2026
On Sept. 12 the Parkinson Society of British Columbia will be hosting their largest fundraiser of the year called the Parkinson SuperWalk.
White Rock’s Memorial Park will be the starting point for this year’s walking event with registration at 9 a.m. and the walk beginning at 10 a.m.
“Whether you’re part of a team or walking on your own, everyone is welcome! Bring your strollers, walkers, running shoes, friends, family, we’d love to have you join us,” wrote volunteer coordinator Katelyn Holness on the event’s Facebook page.
“Let’s come together, get moving and show our support for everyone affected by Parkinson’s,” the post continued.
Holness shared in an interview prior to the event that this walk means something to her personally. She explained that she holds Parkinson’s close to her heart because her dad was diagnosed in 2021.
“Since then, it has really taken a village of family, friends, and amazing professionals to support him and our family,” said Holness.
She shared that her family and friends have been participating in the SuperWalk for the past few years and last year she offered to take on the volunteer coordinator role for the 2026 walk.
Holness shared that there are approximately 17,500 people in B.C. living with Parkinson’s disease and the funds raised through this event will help the Parkinson Society of British Columbia to grow its programs, services, expand advocacy efforts, and increase its investment in innovative research.
“One of the things that has struck me most about Parkinson’s is how much of a silent and heavy disease it can be. You don’t always see what someone living with Parkinson’s is carrying, which is why events like the SuperWalk are so important,” said Holness. “It brings people together, raises awareness, and reminds families that they are not alone.”
She explains that there are two distances event attendees can choose the walk this year. There is one shorter and one longer with both starting and ending at Memorial Park. The shorter route will extend just to the White Rock and the longer route will take participants to the East Beach bear statue.
“Anyone and everyone is welcome to participate,” explained Holness.“Participants can simply follow the balloons to the check-in booth.”
She also says that not everyone has to walk or be a part of a team or even personally know someone with Parkinson’s to join.
“Let’s come together, get moving and show our support for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.”
To register, donate or learn more go to https://support.parkinson.bc.ca/site/TR?pg=entry…