Help foster inclusion in school communities across the country by making a donation to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society this September. You will be making essential resources, advocacy efforts, and one-to-one support possible for thousands of families and students.
As a thank you for your support, you will be entered to win our new collection of children’s books curated by Maya Lê of MaiStoryBook for your home and school library!
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society provides reliable resources, programs, and connections to people with Down syndrome and those who support them while positively shaping the social and policy contexts in which they live.
About CDSS
Impact in 2025
Advocacy
Questions?
Connect with us on social media, speak to a Team member at 1-800-883-5608, or email info@cdss.ca.
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.
Introducing Unified Voices
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society is very proud to present Unified Voices, a new 45-minute documentary film exploring the lives of Canadians with Down syndrome like never before, taking you across this vast country to tell the stories of our community.
This federally funded documentary in celebration of National AccessAbility Week highlights the diverse voices within the Down syndrome community. Director Moses Latigo Odida introduces us to six families from very different backgrounds and explores the diversity and compassion that is at the heart of our community.
Resources for Every Stage of Life
Today and Tomorrow: A Guide to Aging with Down Syndrome
We all want to see our loved ones with Down syndrome thrive as they age. Being proactive by learning the health risks that are common to seniors with Down syndrome is a great step. Today and Tomorrow is an extensive resource for caregivers covering many aging health issues, including Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Down Syndrome Regression Disorder, Depression and Anxiety, and Menopause. Download your copy today.
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.
Staying Healthy and Active in the Summer
In this seasonal blog post, Paul shares his thoughts about staying active, his favourite summer recipes, and taking care of his mental health when life gets hard.Staying ActiveWhat kind of physical activities do you like to do in the summer? I really love playing...
Who We Are: A World Down Syndrome Day Reflection
This year for World Down Syndrome Day, CDSS Awareness Leader Paul Sawka wanted to reflect on life with Down syndrome, who the Down syndrome community truly is, and how to confront loneliness in your life. #TogetherAgainstLoneliness #WDSD20261. What would you like to...
Make A New Friend This Valentine’s Day
About Loneliness and Friends Young people and not so young people, like me, can get very lonely and sad. I know what that sadness feels like when no one wants to be with you or come over to play. It makes me sad when I don’t make new friends. It is so very important...
Support Down Syndrome Advocacy in Canada
Donate today if you believe people with Down syndrome deserve access to the same rights as everyone else.
Together, we can create a future where everyone belongs and thrives.