The Alzheimer Society of B.C. hosts a number of signature events throughout the year, and the dollars raised at the events support the 70,000 British Columbians and their families, who are affected by the disease. Your participation in our special events makes a significant difference for those living with the disease through Alzheimer programs and services in your local community.

Investors Group Walk for Memories

When you participate in the Investors Group Walk for Memories, you help transform the way we all live with and challenge dementia. Join us on the last Sunday of January in your community! Gather friends, family and co-workers to celebrate the life, or honour the memory, of someone important to you.  1 in 3 Canadians knows someone with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.  Who are You walking for?  Read more ...

Ascent for Alzheimer’s

What an incredible journey each September to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa. Ascent for Alzheimer's symbolizes our fight against the terrible consequences of Alzheimer disease – and proves that together as a team, we can overcome the challenges of Alzheimer’s no matter how difficult the journey might be. Read more ...
   

Forget Me Not Golf Tournament

The Forget Me Not Golf Tournament is the Alzheimer Society of B.C.'s largest annual research fundraiser.  Proceeds are divided equally between supporting families in B.C. who are living with the disease and funding research for the causes and the cure through the Alzheimer Society's National Research Program.  With your help, there is hope we’ll find the cause and cure. The event is held each year in May. Read more ...

Coffee Break

Make your Coffee Count at the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s Coffee Break. Held on the third Thursday of September, this national fundraiser joins communities across the country. While sharing a cup of coffee, families, friends, and co-workers gather together throughout BC to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.  Read more ...
   

Scotiabank Half Marathon and 5k Run/Walk

Run or Walk for the sake of others! The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is one of the chosen charities benefiting from the Scotiabank Half Marathon and 5 k Run/Walk every June. The event’s Charity Challenge gives our supporters the opportunity to raise dollars for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Read more ...

Host your own event

You can host a dinner, dance, penny drive, jeans day, concert, or one of any number of events – the possibilities are endless, and the impact your event can have is significant. We’ll show you how to get started…

Sponsor an event

Partnerships with local and provincial corporations, public and private foundations, service clubs and health authorities allow the Alzheimer Society of B.C. to continue helping anyone concerned with or facing dementia. Our programs and services give people the confidence and skills to maintain their quality of life as we continue to research the causes and a cure for the disease.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities please contact:
Rowena Anderson
Director, Fund Development
Phone: 604-742-4902
Toll-free: 1-800-667-3742
E-mail: randerson@alzheimerbc.org