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

DSAO Conference - "Designer Genes"

The 2009 DSAO Conference " Designer Genes " was a great success.

We wish to thank the Keynote Speakers, workshop attendees, members of DSAO and Down Syndrome Association of Peterborough for making the conference such a delightful and memorable experience.

Our next DSAO conference will be in Niagara Falls,
Date: October 15-17th, 2010
Place: NIAGARA FALLS-FALLSVIEW
further announcements to follow.

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

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.

Donations

Donation Place Card

Charlene and Greg had donated to DSAO
more information

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.

Education Resources for parents, teachers, etc.:

Teacher Education Package

Education for All Ministry document

Updates

Check the Bulletins section for updates on government programs and announcements

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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