CDSS Announcement
Friday, 05 February 2010
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As a part of the continuous evolution of the CDSS, we would like to welcome Kirk Crowther in his new role as the Acting Executive Director. Kirk has been an integral part of the CDSS for over 5 years. As the Manager of Advocacy and Leadership Kirk has worked tirelessly with parents, educators, self-advocates and all of our local groups across Canada making sure they receive the most up to date and accurate information available. Kirk has presented internationally on issues such as advocacy, inclusion and prenatal information. Kirk has proven himself as an industry expert and will continue a long unwavering legacy of enthusiastic leadership. We would like to thank Krista Flint for her vision over the past 4 years. Krista brought the CDSS to a new level of professionalism and injected each member of the staff, VATTA and Board with her passion. Krista will be missed, she has served as both a mentor and leader to many during her time at the CDSS. Everyone at the CDSS would like to wish Krista the best in all of her new endeavors. |
Registration Now Open for 23rd Canadian Down Syndrome Conference
Thursday, 28 January 2010
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Registration for the 23rd Canadian Down Syndrome Conference is now open. The conference is presented by the Canadian Down Syndrome Society in partnership with the Saskatchewan Down Syndrome Society. The conference will be hosted at the Delta Hotel in Regina, SK. Visit the Conference Website to learn more about the Conference and to begin your online registration. |
Discounted CDSS Calendars on Sale Now!
Monday, 25 January 2010
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The 2010 CDSS Fundraising Calendar are now on sale for $6.99 CAD each including shipping (Over 50% OFF). The calendar is for the 2010 Calendar Year and features over 100 Canadians with Down syndrome. If you have not purchased yours yet, this is your last chance. This calendar makes a great gift for any occasion, so get them while they last. The money from this fundraiser helps to support the Canadian Down Syndrome Society in advocating on behalf of Canadians with Down syndrome and their families.  |
The “Cure” for Down Syndrome?
Thursday, 14 January 2010
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Lisa Belkin, a mother of a child with Down syndrome and a blogger for the New York Times, has written a thought provoking article about both the ethicality and practicality of a theoretical cure for Down syndrome. The "cure" to which Belkn refers is an emerging treatment that could aid the cognitive functions of younger children with Down syndrome in their early developmental stages. While the notion of a cure (or more accurately the theoretical ability to “mitigate” Down syndrome) causes a great deal of speculation, what is more concerning for self-advocates is what this obscene race to eliminate Down syndrome says about the value of our fellow citizens who already have it. We encourage you to stay informed and read the article as it provides an informative look at the philosophical concerns related to this issue.
Michael Berube, who provided the key note address at CDSS’s National Conference last year, takes a hard look at exactly where the rabbit hole of the curative and therapeutic paradigm ultimately leads us. What if the community at large did not assume people with Down syndrome were broken? Would we be in such an all fired hurry to find a fix?
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Getting Into the Spirit...
Wednesday, 23 December 2009
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Syndrome Society will be closed at noon on December 24 and will reopen on January 4.
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Sometimes it takes a while for the holiday spirit to find us. Perhaps for Krista (our Executive Director), it was the joy and chaos of having three boys under 12 and (this year) a husband with a broken leg. For Christy (our Public Relations Manager), it might have been organizing a birthday party for over ten eleven year-old girls during an already busy holiday season. Between running his three kids to hockey practice, it's nothing short of a miracle that Kirk (our Advocacy Manager) has time to shop for gifts at all. Thankfully, this year, little by little, the warmth of the season has crept into all of our hearts because of the following:
May the peace, love and contentment of the season find its way into your heart and your actions this year. As we feast, may we remember those that go hungry. As we join with family and friends may we reflect on those that have no communion in their lives and wander the world feeling alone. May we forget what we give and always remember all that we receive. May we receive all we need to sustain us and nurture us for the year ahead. With love and peace in this season of giving, The Canadian Down Syndrome Society |
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