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.

Join our Ambassadors and community members from coast to coast for the Down Syndrome Walk on Saturday, June 17th! Help us harness the power of giving to support life-changing CDSS projects.

Assemble a team with your friends and family, register individually, host an event, or make a donation – everyone is invited to participate! Don’t forget to join us for the Virtual Celebration at 7pm EDT on Facebook for special guests, exciting announcements, and other surprises!

Learn how you can show your support at DownSyndromeWalk.ca.

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Here I Am is an awareness initiative by CDSS and Hilary Gauld of One for the Wall Photography

Explore our newest photo essay collaboration with Hilary Gauld, Here I Am.

Life expectancy for Canadians with Down syndrome has more than doubled over the past 40 years from 25 years in 1983 to over 60 today. This photo essay contradicts this misconception with a powerful and indisputable series of portraits featuring seniors and adults with Down syndrome alongside their childhood selves. This is the second installment in a photo essay series that began with Love Means in 2022. Take a journey through the full gallery.

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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.

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Join Inployable Today

Inployable is growing quickly! If you’re a jobseeker with Down syndrome looking for employment in Canada or if you’re an employer looking for a reliable employee, join Inployable and start connecting.

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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.