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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
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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.
An interview with Paul Sawka about Public Speaking
CDSS: Who have you done presentations to before Paul? Paul: I have given presentations at Down syndrome conferences, to graduates and their families, and to school groups. I have also introduced and thanked speakers at previous CDSS Conferences. I have co-hosted fund...
Paul on Relationships and Dating
Awareness Leader Paul Sawka Talks about Relationships & Dating. Valentine’s Day is coming up and I really love and miss many people in my life like my old roommates, my old co-workers, my girlfriend, my family and friends and all the different groups and clubs I...
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 […]
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