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Do you believe in magic? Want to know more about DSRF? We would be happy to give you a tour of our unique facility. Please contact Dawn to set up an individualized or group tour....more

DSRF - Making Dreams Happen

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation is proud to present our brand new promotional video aimed at raising awareness for our organization as well as providing information on our various programs for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages....more

Vic-Maui Yacht Race - July 5, 2012

Support Team Ballymack as they race from Victoria to Maui this summer, in support of the Down Syndrome Research Foundation....more

DSRF Recieves TELUS Grant

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation has been awarded a $12,760 grant from the Telus Community Board...more

DSRF Press Releases

April 19, 2012

DSRF Recieves TELUS Grant

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation has been awarded a $12,760 grant from the Telus Community Board ...more

March 20, 2012

BC Liberal Government Caucus

VICTORIA – On March 15, 2012, Burnaby North MLA Richard T. Lee delivered a statement in the Legislature to raise awareness for Down Syndrome Awareness Day. ...more

February 24, 2012

DSRF Receives G&F Financial Program Grant

DSRF has been awarded a $10,000 grant from G&F Financial. ...more

February 23, 2012

DSRF Receives RBC Program Grant

DSRF has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the RBC Foundation ...more

August 15, 2011

Speaking out against the R-word

Three Simon Fraser University students are leading a campaign to stop people from using the term "retarded" in a derogatory way. ...more

July 20, 2011

Imagine Canada’s Ethical Code Program

We believe that transparency and accountability are essential to our success. With this in mind, we have recently joined Imagine Canada’s Ethical Code Program. ...more

April 27, 2011

DSRF Interview: Let's Put an End to the Word "Retarded"

Lady Gaga was in hot water this week for using the term "that's retarded" when referring to the constant comparisons between her and Madonna. ...more

April 18, 2011

Young children at BC-based Down Syndrome Research Foundation Take Delivery of Special Gift from IBM

Burnaby, BC - An award winning BC not-for–profit that has been working to create a better future for Canadians with developmental disabilities received a unique gift from IBM through the KidSmart Early Learning Program. ...more

March 10, 2011

Special Olympians come away winners

DSRF student Eric Bruneau recently came away with a gold medal at the 2011 Special Olympics BC Ice Sport Championships. Eric is involved in our adult Reading and Communication program. ...more

March 03, 2011

Spread the Word to End the Word

Please join us in taking the pledge to end the use of this demeaning and hateful word - take the pledge online and please spread the message! ...more

February 17, 2011

DSRF awarded 2nd grant for adult literacy program

Cheque presented by Todd Shewfelt, VP of Commericial Financial Services at RBC (extreme right) and Warren Tsoi, Account Manager at RBC (extreme left) and accepted by Dawn McKenna, Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Research Foundation (second from right), Chris Sayer, student (middle) and Natalie Morin Marketing and Development Coordinator (second from left) - February 17, 2011. ...more

February 03, 2011

DSRF awarded program grant

Cheque presented by Vancity representative Wendy Holm (left) to representatives of the Down Syndrome Research Foundation, Natalie Morin (centre), Marketing & Development Coordinator and Eric Bruneau (right), student - January 28, 2011. ...more

November 04, 2010

DSRF Award Finalist

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation was one of 5 finalist for the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards 'Not For Profit Organization of the Year'. ...more

February 24, 2010

Brain Functions are Different in Down Syndrome

The Burnaby-based Down Syndrome Research Foundation has found that adults with Down syndrome have little activity in a key part of the brain's mirror neuron system when observing actions. ...more

September 10, 2009

DSRF Speech & Language Services

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June 16, 2009

Letter to the Editor of the Vancouver Sun in Reponse to: Women must now wait to 40 for publicly paid amnio test, June 9, 2009

We at the Down Syndrome Research Foundation (DSRF) believe that it is a family’s right to make decisions about their pregnancy. We believe in the potential of persons with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities and it is this belief that guides our work in optimizing cognitive development, communication skills, and social and emotional development. ...more

June 03, 2009

Women of Distinction Awards 2009

Recognized nationally as one of the most prestigious awards for women, the Women of Distinction Awards also honours businesses and organizations that support the diverse needs of their employees. ...more

April 08, 2009

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation recognizes a senior staff and a board member’s lifetime commitment of making a difference for people with disabilities

Down Syndrome Research Foundation board member Barbara Laird and senior staff Joy Hayden are being individually recognized for their contribution to making a difference to the lives of people with disabilities. ...more

February 23, 2009

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation Honours Excellence in Down Syndrome Research

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation will be honouring two prestigious scientists at the second annual Josephine Mills Research Awards Gala on March 26, 2009. ...more

February 02, 2009

Down Syndrome Research Foundation Launches New Sexuality Workshop for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation is launching a new sexuality workshop for young adults with intellectual disabilities. S.H.A.R.E. which stands for sexuality, health, awareness, relationships and emotions is a participant-directed program that stimulates an interactive and open dialogue about relationships and sexuality. ...more

November 19, 2008

Down Syndrome Research Foundation Named Partnership Award Winner

Dawn McKenna (Executive Director, Down Syndrome Research Foundation) will be awarded the 2008 CIHR Partnership Award tonight in Ottawa during the Canadian Health Research Awards ceremony. This award recognizes partnerships which exemplify excellence by bringing health research communities together to create innovative approaches to research questions; to develop research agendas that are responsive to the health needs, concerns and priorities of Canadians; and to accelerate the translation of knowledge for the benefit of Canadians. ...more

September 09, 2008

Josephine Mills Research Awards

The Down Syndrome Research Foundation (DSRF) established the Josephine Mills Research Awards in 2007 to honour and recognize outstanding researchers in the fields of Down syndrome (DS) and MEG research. Josephine (Jo) Mills was the founding Executive Director of the DSRF and passed away in May of 2008. ...more

May 30, 2008

Josephine Mills : March 25, 1942 - May 18, 2008

It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of our Founder and former Executive Director, Josephine Mills. Jo, as she was known to her friends and colleagues, was an amazing woman whose vision to improve the lives of those living with Down syndrome inspired countless people. ...more

March 14, 2008

Josephine Mills Research Awards

The Josephine Mills Research Awards recognize outstanding researchers for their contribution to research in the areas of Down syndrome and in brain imaging using magnetoencephalography (MEG). ...more

February 08, 2008

The Push for Prenatal Testing in Canada and USA

There has been a lot of discussion by families of children with Down syndrome on list-servs in both Canada and the United States about the decision by Obstetrician and Gynaecologist authorities in both countries which recommends that ALL pregnant women undergo non-invasive prenatal testing. According to these authorities, testing will provide families with more information about their pregnancies and the related possible complications. Also, it’s supposed to help reduce the number of invasive procedures, such as amniocentesis or chorionic villi sampling. ...more