Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS)
We provide reliable information and connections to people with Down syndrome and those who support them, while positively shaping the social and policy contexts in which they live.
Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS)
We provide reliable information and connections to people with Down syndrome and those who support them, while positively shaping the social and policy contexts in which they live.
A Workforce is Waiting
Did you know that over 50% of Canadians with Down syndrome struggle to find paid work?
Since October 2022, Inployable has been creating employment opportunities by connecting jobseekers with Down syndrome to actively hiring employers through LinkedIn.
New resources to support employers and jobseekers have just been released, including the Inployable Guide for Employers. It features real-life questions, workplace scenarios, and inclusive recruitment best practices to help businesses on their inclusive employment journey.
A workforce is waiting; learn more about joining Inployable today.
Preregister for The New Mindsets Wellness Program
Joining Mindsets is your first step towards building healthy habits that focus on fitness, nutrition, and self-care. This free program was created based on the results of the Mindsets Study to give adults with Down syndrome the tools needed for a healthy, happy, active, lifestyle through adulthood and aging.
Learning Together in the School Community
The CDSS Education Hub is filled with shareable, printable resources and quick guides that include practical tips and suggestions to help support students as they learn together in the school community.
3.21 Canada’s Down Syndrome Magazine
3.21 Magazine is Canada’s resource for advocacy news, community stories, exclusive interviews, free resources, and upcoming events. Subscribe to 3.21 Magazine today and receive new issues for free.
We’re here to help
Resources and Information
21 Welcomes is Canada’s guide for new parents who are expecting or just had a baby with Down syndrome. This booklet has just been updated to feature:
- New parent stories
- Self-advocate experiences
- Development milestones
- Feeding advice
- Early intervention programs
Resources for Every Stage of Life
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Your Impact in 2023
Have questions? Connect with us! 1-800-883-5608 or email info@cdss.ca
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Self-Advocates Talk About COVID-19
Everyone in the world has been impacted by the COVID-19 virus. The Canadian Down Syndrome Society asked members of the community share to share how they are feeling about the current situation, how the COVID-19 restrictions have changed their daily lives, and advice on how to stay mentally and physically strong during the epidemic. Here […]
World Down Syndrome Day- Plans for Celebration and Awareness
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day not just in Canada, but around the world! We asked the community what this special day means to them, and how they may be helping to spread awareness and joining in on the celebrations in their communities across Canada. Here is what they said: What World Down Syndrome […]
Individual Abilities and Life Challenges
The Challenge to Lose Weight & Stay Healthy There are always struggles in life for everyone. I have noticed that many people with Down syndrome can find it difficult to lose weight. It has always been a struggle for me to lose weight so I really made this my focus in 2018, and I am […]