Local, National & International Organizations

Here is a list of other organizations' websites which you may wish to visit.

Local Organizations

    • Community Living British Columbia (CLBC)
      CLBC delivers support and services to people with developmental disabilities, children with special needs and their families in British Columbia. It has a board of self-advocates, family and community members, as well as staff located throughout the province. We believe that people with developmental disabilities and their families know best when it comes to their needs, goals and planning for the future.
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    • Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA)
      DDA provides over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults. The Developmental Disabilities Association not only strives to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential, but also is one of the largest daycare providers in the Lower Mainland.
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    • Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society (LMDSS)
      LMDSS strives to promote opportunities for individuals with Down Syndrome. We do this through supporting families, promoting public awareness, networking with other organizations and individuals and lobbying for appropriate educational, vocational and social opportunities.
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    • Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (PLAN)
      PLAN is a not-for-profit charity created by and for families who have a relative with a disability. Our goal is twofold: to ensure a safe and secure future for your relative with a disability and, in the process, to provide you and your loved ones with peace of mind.
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    • Untape 
      UNTAPE is a website where people can share information on what has worked for them when dealing with the bureaucratic maze or a place to find their way through the maze. On UNTAPE you can take take a tip or leave a tip its up to you.
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National Organizations

    • Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS)
      CDSS's mission is to ensure equitable opportunities for all Canadians with Down syndrome. This means, to make sure all Canadians with Down syndrome have the right supports to give them the same opportunities that everyone else has.
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    • Best Buddies Canada
      Best Buddies Canada is a national charitable organization dedicated to enhancing our communities through one-to-one friendships between individuals with intellectual disabilities and students. Best Buddies is grounded in the belief that friendship is important to the development of all individuals and that for all individuals with intellectual disabilities friendship is a medium through which they can become a part of their communities.
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    • Canadian Down Syndrome Swimming Association
      The Canadian Down Syndrome Swimming Association supports the participation of Canadians with Down syndrome in international swimming competitions.
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International Organizations

    • Down Syndrome International (DSI)
      Down Syndrome International is a federation of international organizations and individuals committed to ensuring the quality of life and human rights for all people with Down syndrome.
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    • Down Syndrome Education International (DownsEd) UK-based
      Down Syndrome Education International is a charity which provides information and advice on development and education for children who have Down Syndrome. Services include advice on behavioural and health issues, an early development group for pre-school children, workshops, training and parent conferences. It also produces publications, newsletters and a research journal.
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    • Down's Heart Group (DHG) UK-based
      DHG is a charity offering support and information relating to heart conditions associated with Down's Syndrome.
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    • International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association (IMDSA) USA-based
      IMDSA is designed to provide support, information and research to any family, individual or professional whose life has been affected by mosaic Down syndrome.
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    • National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) USA-based
      The mission of the NDSC is to provide information, advocacy and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome.
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    • National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) USA-based
      The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The National Down Syndrome Society envisions a world in which all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to enhance their quality of life, realize their life aspirations, and become valued members of welcoming communities.
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