The Canadian Down Syndrome Society

Canada Ratifies United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Written by Christy Thompson
Thursday, 11 March 2010
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The Canadian Down Syndrome Society would like to congratulate the Canadian Government for their commitment to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities  that is built upon Canadian values of equality, leadership and the decloration that people with disabilities are now seen as full citizens of Canada.

To view the release from The Counsil of Canadians with Disabilites click "Read More".
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Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on March 21

Written by Andrew Brown
Monday, 08 March 2010
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Down Syndrome International (DSI) has officially earmarked 21 March as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). The date was chosen to signify the uniqueness of Down syndrome in the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome and is used synonymously with Down syndrome. Commemoration of World Down Syndrome Day started on 21 March 2006, it has " grown " manifold globally.

The annual observance of WDSD aims to promote awareness and understanding of Down syndrome and related issues : and to mobilize support and recognition of the dignity, rights and well being of persons with Down syndrome.

(from the World Down Syndrome Day Website)


To honour World Down Syndrome Day, the Canadian Down Syndrome Society has created a unique poster that can be posted in your communities to raise awareness for the month of March.

Click here to download the unique World Down Syndrome Day Poster created by the Canadian Down Syndrome Society.

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CDSS World Down Syndrome Day Poster


Call for Media Release Connection

Written by Christy Thompson
Monday, 01 March 2010

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The CDSS is looking for a media release connection. The CDSS has several media requests throughout the year for information about Down syndrome or to respond to something happening in Canada related to people with Down syndrome. Because of the tremendouscost of sending media releases the CDSS has been limited to the number of releases we are able to send each year.

If you or someone you know is able to send releases for no cost or a reduced cost we would love to hear from you.

Please call Christy Thompson at 403-270-8500

The Canadian Down Syndrome Society is a non-profit organization that advocates and educates on behalf of people with Down syndrome and their families.

There is No Such Thing as the Perfect Child

Written by Sue Robins, Originally Printed in the Globe & Mail
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
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A parent asked why I didn't get prenatal testing. My son is the same as other kids. He just happens to have Down syndrome

A word to the wise to those of you dying to ask a parent of a child with Down syndrome, spina bifida or an open neural tube condition if they had prenatal testing: Don't do it. Bite your tongue. Shut up. Swallow it.

Because what you are really asking us is, "Why didn't you abort your child?" And, similarly, "Why is this child even alive right now?"

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2009 Award Submissions Now Open!

Written by CDSS Staff
Thursday, 11 February 2010
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The Canadian Down Syndrome Society is now accepting submissions for the 2009 awards to be presented at the 2010 Canadian Down Syndrome Conference in Regina, SK.

Do you know a teacher, self-advocate, or a member of your community that celebrates the unique contributions of Canadians with Down syndrome? Join CDSS in celebrating inclusion – nominate a deserving individual, family, group or organization today!

Click here to view one of the several awards that are available for nomination on our new Conference Website.

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