On Thursday, October 29, 2026, landmarks, homes, businesses and communities across Canada will glow PURPLE for Rett syndrome as part of the Light Canada Purple campaign. Each October, Rett Syndrome Awareness Month gives us an opportunity to help more people learn about Rett syndrome, recognize the incredible individuals and families within our community, and start […]
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💜 pRETTy Awesome is Back for 2026!
October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month, and this year Rett syndrome organizations from across Canada are once again joining forces to celebrate just how pRETTy Awesome individuals living with Rett syndrome truly are. The 2026 pRETTy Awesome Campaign is a collaborative initiative involving the Manitoba Rett Syndrome Association, Rett Syndrome Society of British Columbia, Rett […]
In Person Social
Join Us for Our Rett Syndrome Family Social at Unwin Park! The Rett Syndrome Society of British Columbia is excited to invite families to our upcoming in-person Rett Syndrome Family Social at Unwin Park in Surrey on Saturday, September 19, 2026. One of the most valuable parts of the Rett community is simply having the […]
Virtual Social
Join Us for Our September Virtual Rett Syndrome Family Social The Rett Syndrome Society of British Columbia is inviting families to join us for our next Virtual Rett Syndrome Family Social on Wednesday, September 2 at 7:00 PM Pacific Time. Our virtual socials are a simple way for families to connect from the comfort of […]
Become a Rett Education Ambassador
Help Change the School Experience for Students with Rett Syndrome Every school year, families of students with Rett Syndrome face the same challenge: helping a new team of teachers, educational assistants, therapists, and school staff understand a condition they may have never encountered before. Imagine if every school had someone who could help bridge that […]
Global News
💜 Raising Awareness on Global News: RSSBC President, Shares the Message of Hope for Rett Syndrome 💜 This week, Christinea Walker, President of the Rett Syndrome Society of British Columbia (RSSBC), appeared on Global BC News to raise awareness for Rett Syndrome Awareness Month and to shine a light on the strength and resilience of […]
🌿 RSSBC In-Person Social at Unwin Park – A Day of Fun, Connection & Community
We’re excited to announce that RSSBC is hosting an in-person gathering at Unwin Park in Surrey—and you’re invited! 📅 Date: Saturday, September 20th🕚 Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm📍 Location: Unwin Park, 68 Avenue, Surrey, B.C. This will be an afternoon filled with fun, connection, and community. Lunch will be provided, and the event will […]
In Person Social Sept 21
RSSBC is hosting its first in-person event since 2018 at Unwin Park in Surrey. Join us for an afternoon of fun, connection and lunch. This event is rain or shine. RSSBC will provide tents to ensure there is shelter from the elements. Simply bring your family and a chair to relax in. The 12,000-square-foot playground […]
Rett Syndrome AGM
The Rett Syndrome Society of BC Annual General Meeting is Sunday April 30th at 7:30 pm! For those who are part of our newsletter mailing list, you should have gotten an email invite, if not, please email info@rettbc.ca so that you can participate! As a society, we would love to hear your opinions, thoughts, feelings, […]
Raffle Winners!
We are proud to announce the winners of this year’s raffle. Thank you to all who participated! $300.00 Amazon gift card – T. Faulkner, from Kamloops, BC $150.00 Amazon gift card – K. Krall, from North Delta, BC $100.00 Amazon gift card – K. Bjorgaard, from Thornhill, BC