Education
Teacher Resources | Selection of user-friendly teaching tools. |
Inclusive Educations | |
Canada’s School Net | Federal government initiative to connect our schools. Links to over 5,000 teacher approved learning resources. |
The Down Syndrome Educational Trust | DSET is a recognized leader in scientific research into the development and education of individuals with Down syndrome. |
PREP Program | PREP in Calgary works exclusively with children who have Down syndrome. |
General Interest
National Down Syndrome Congress | A national US site with good information and links. |
Canadian Down Syndrome Society | Provides Down Syndrome advocacy, resource and information in Canada. |
National Down Syndrome Society | Extensive information on this US Site. |
Down Syndrome Resource Foundation | Comprehensive Canadian Resource site. |
Canadian Association for Community Living | National agency for inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities in our communities. Publications, advocacy, contact information for over 420 local ACLs across Canada. |
Community Living Winnipeg | Bringing people together to achieve the inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities in all aspects of community. |
National Mosaic Down Syndrome Association | Site dedicated to issues related to mosaic Down syndrome. |
Regroupment Pour La Trisome 21 | A Canadian organization that offers information, resources and a newsletter in French. |
Community Works | Information on training sessions for Person-Centered Planning. |
Society for Manitobans with Disabilities | Life skills programming for adults. |
Health
Breastfeeding & Down Syndrome: a Comprehensive Guide for Mothers and Medical Professionals |
By Founder and Executive director of “julia’s way” – Ella Gray Cullen*NEW* |
Adult Down Syndrome Centre at Advocate Lutheran General | HospitalComprehensive medical resource providing multidisciplinary care for adults with Down syndrome with an emphasis on health promotion |
Down Syndrome Height & Weight Growth Charts | Boys and girls, ages birth to 18 years, Imperial and metric. |
Down Syndrome: Health Issues | Dr. Len Leshin is a paediatrician and a parent. Extensive site – often a first stop when looking for information.about Down syndrome. |
Safety
Project Lifesaver International and Project Lifesaver Manitoba | A non-profit organizations that bridge the technological gap for “at risk” populations and public safety agencies. |
Sport & Fitness
Making Waves | Specialized swim program available in Winnipeg |
Special Olympics Manitoba | |
Canadian Down Syndrome Swimming Association | Supports the participation of Canadians with Down syndrome in international swimming competitions. |
Financial Planning