The Center for Epilepsy and Seizure Education in BC's Purple Day walk in March 2024. This year's walk will be held on May 2, 2026. (Image Credit: ESEBC)

By Alyssa Conti

Steps of Hope

Abbotsford to host epilepsy awareness walk in May

Apr 4, 2026 | 11:16 AM

ABBOTSFORD — Residents are invited to join a walk in support of people and families living with epilepsy in the community.

The Abbotsford-based B.C. nonprofit, Centre for Epilepsy & Seizure Education (ESEBC), is hosting Steps of Hope – an all-ages epilepsy awareness walk at Mill Lake Park next month.

“The event brings together families, supporters, and community members to raise awareness for support services for people living with epilepsy across British Columbia,” said ESEBC.

In addition to organizing events, the centre offers helpful information to those affected by the condition.

It recently updated its online resource page on seizure-detection devices and other emerging wearable technologies, including smartwatches and specialized devices that can send alerts to caregivers or loved ones.

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“Technology is opening new possibilities for people living with epilepsy,” said Christine Petkau, Executive Director of ESEBC. “While these devices aren’t a replacement for medical care, they can provide an added layer of safety and reassurance for individuals and families navigating life with seizures.”

The condition affects more than 55,000 people in British Columbia, the organization added.

Steps of Hope is set to be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 2. The fundraiser sits at $125 of its $7,000 goal at the time of writing.