World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day – annually on March 21st – is officially ratified by the
United Nations. It allows communities around the world to recognize and celebrate
contributions from people with Down syndrome.
OUR COMMUNITY / EVENTS
Events & Activities
The best way to be part of our community is to come join us!
Through our campaigns like World Down Syndrome Day and Canadian Down Syndrome Week, and our events and activities like the Canadian Down Syndrome Conference and Go21, there are so many ways to get involved, network and create connections while raising awareness for Down syndrome.
Support an inclusive community – get out there and have your voice be heard!
Do you have an event coming up in your community? Let us know!
UPCOMING EVENTS
The 1st Ever DSA-NCR Virtual GO21 2020 Event
Walk with your family and friends (don’t forget to social distance!), you can go on a bike ride, a hike, dance, do yoga, rollerblade, swim or anything else you enjoy doing!
Date:
October 3 – 18, 2020
Location:
Virtual Event
Event Link: View Event Page
Sally’s Marathon for CDSS
Sebastian Coloma’s mother, Sally, has been an educator working with children who have Down syndrome for over a decade. Sally’s passion has inspired Sebastian to dedicate this marathon run to her, and is raising funds for the Canadian Down Syndrome Society to support resources and awareness.
Date:
Saturday, October 24th, 2020
9:00am
Location:
Ottawa (Marathon Route on Event Page)
Event Link: View Event Page
RECENT EVENTS
Down Syndrome Niagara’s Go21 2020 Walk!
Families, friends and community partners will walk together through their neighborhoods to raise money and awareness for Down Syndrome. This will be a virtual event so that we can practice social distancing to keep participants safe! We are all working to empower individuals with Down syndrome to reach their full potential through all stages of life by being active, vibrant leaders in advocacy, awareness, education and support within the Niagara community.
Date:
Sunday, September 27th, 2020
Location:
Anywhere You Can
Event Link: View Event Page
DSAH THE WALK 2020!
The Hamilton Walk for Down Syndrome – nicknamed THE WALK is our main Community Awareness and Fundraising event aimed to increase the level of awareness, understanding, and acceptance for Down syndrome within our community. They have our team pages set up as in previous years and it’s full steam ahead!
Date:
Sunday, September 27th, 2020
10:00am
Location:
Virtual Event
Register at the website below so a zoom invitation may be sent
Event Link: View Event Page
The WRDSS GO21 Any Which Way You Can A-Thon!
For the last 18 years, we have hit the pavement together to raise funds for WRDSS. Now in our 19th year, we will have to do things a little differently, but the goal to support those with Down syndrome in the community and their families remains the same.
Date:
Sunday, September 27th, 2020
4:00 PM
Location:
Virtual Event
Event Link: View Event Page
Let Us Know What’s Going On In Your Community!
Does your local group have an event? Is your Down syndrome awareness or support group hosting a party or a camp? Send us the details and we can help!