300 Earl Grey Drive, Suit 304, Ottawa, Ontario K2T 1C1. info@dsao.ca Phone: 905-439-6644. Charitable Number:  886048792RR000


 

 

 

The Down Syndrome Association of Ontario (DSAO) is a charitable, non-profit organization, which is composed of local Down Syndrome Associations from across the province. The local Down Syndrome Associations throughout the province provide direction to the DSAO by sending local representatives to sit on the DSAO Board of Directors. Through consultation with the local associations, the DSAO Board determines the ways it can be the most helpful to the people of Ontario with Down syndrome and their families.

Mission
To ensure equity in all aspects of life for persons with Down syndrome in Ontario.

Vision
a. Network, educate and communicate information and resources.
b. Advocate and lobby for opportunities and equity.
(e.g.) Employment, Education and Medical, Social and Independence etc.
c. Create an environment that is inclusive and supports cultural diversity.

Membership

Benefits to a Membership

Registration Discounts at the Annual Conference
SEAC Training
Leadership Development for Local Organizations
Fundraising Support
Representation on the Board of Directors

Become a Member

Headlines

8th Annual DSAO Conference - "BET ON US"
Oct 15-17, 2010 Niagara Falls, Ontario
Sheraton Fallsview Resort & Conference Centre
Click here for more information...

"I Have Down syndrome, What Does That Mean?" A new book from Author Sandi Graham-McWade... More

Take a look at her blog:  http://www.welcometoourhouse-myjournal.blogspot.com and coming in few weeks her new website: http://www.welcometoourhouse-ds.com & http://www.welcometoourhouse-ds.ca

Accessibility Plan

DSAO Letter to Ministry of Education on Accessibility Plan

School Health Support Services

DSAO Response Letter to Deloitte re SHSS April 1, 2010

York Region 2nd Annual Special Needs Camp

The York Region Soccer Assocation is proud to bring their 2nd Annual Special Needs Camp... More

Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Resource Centre

This resource page is designed so that local SEAC reps can share information. Many local associations have asked DSAO to provide useful and up-to-date information for local SEAC representatives. Membership in DSAO is a requirement for local Down syndrome Associations to have SEAC representation at the local school board level.... More

Tax Tips

Once again the tax season has arrived.  For people with disabilities and their families, it can be a time full of tax related questions.  Attached to this message is an article which provides Tax Tips for the 2009 taxation year.  We hope that it will assist you with your income tax questions.... More

Access 2 Entertainment - Application

The Access 2 Entertainment provides free admission (or significant discount) for support persons accompanying a person with a disability at a member movie theatre across Canada. Persons with a permanent disability who require a support person when attending a movie theatre are eligible.

Down Syndrome Association of Ontario " Welcomes Brick Select Rewards"

Present this card to Save on Brick Purchases and support the Down Syndrome Association of Ontario

The Brick Select Reward offers wholesale pricing to members and their families and will donate 2% of all purchases to the Down Syndrome Association of Ontario.

Present in the Peterborough location or browse on line at www.thebrick.com.   Out of town or on line shoppers must call Ron Bartleman at the 1-800-991-3232 hotline to activate the card.

SAMPLE SAVINGS

  • A $2200 laundry pair is DSAO priced at $1945
  • A $1700 leather sofa is DSAO priced at $1300
  • A $1400 oak bedroom suite is DSAO priced at $950

Donation Place Card

Charlene and Greg had donated to DSAO
more information

Donations

  CanadaHelps.org! pleased to have you listed on our site, and look forward to helping you process online donations.

Updates

Check the Bulletins section for updates on government programs and announcements


Canadian Down Syndrome Society

Inclusive Education

 

 

 

Down Syndrome Research Foundation

 


Fundraising

The Down Syndrome Association of Ontario has received many requests for information regarding the bequeathing of money from estates. One successful example is the estate donation that funds our annual Brown Award. If you have a relative or relation that would be interested in information on how to leave money to the Down syndrome community please email DSAO.

Contact us at:

Down Syndrome Association of Ontario

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