300 Earl Grey Drive, Suit 304, Ottawa, Ontario K2T 1C1. info@dsao.ca Phone: 905-439-6644. Charitable Number:  886048792RR0001

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

Network,share,educate and communicate information and resources.
Advocate and lobby for opportunities and equity. (e.g. Employment, Education and Medical, Social and Independence etc.)
Create an environment that is inclusive and supports cultural diversity.
Develop relationships with other like minded organizations (Federally & Provincially).

Membership

Benefits to a Membership

SEAC Training
Leadership Development for Local Organizations
Fundraising Support
Representation on the Board of Directors

Become a Member

Donations

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CDSS 2012 Conference... More

Preconference - Medical ... More

Pre-Conference - Inclusive Education... More

Early Bird Registration...More

Welcome Reception : Free and Open to All... More

DSAO 2012 Conference... More

Let's Get Together - Parenting Children with Special Needs...More

Honorary Patron ~ The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario The Honourable David C. Onley

"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

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

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.

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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