NEWS
August 1st, 2022

2022 Bob Robson Classic Golf Tournament

August 28th, 2021

2022 Registration Now Open!

 

2022 membership registration at the Newfoundland and Labrador Down Syndrome Society is now open! As an organization, we are working on growing our membership so that we are able to provide support and community to all individuals with Down syndrome across Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as their families, friends and support teams.

 

As a member of NLDSS you will have access to the following:

 

 Access to our resource center, containing a wide variety of literature and developmental material

 Access to Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) resources, including their quarterly newsletter

 An opportunity to participate in virtual family support groups/networks and events

 An opportunity to participate in our special events and awareness activities, including World Down Syndrome Day, Pancake Breakfast, Christmas party and golf tournament

 

There will be no cost associated with our membership for 2022 as our top priority is ensuring that we reach as many individuals, families and advocates as possible without any financial barriers.  To join our society and become a member please complete the form at the following link:

 

Register for Membership Here

 

We look forward to welcoming returning members as well as many new members from across the province and working together to advocate, support and build community for people with Down syndrome and their families! If you have any questions or concerns regarding our membership, you can contact us by phone at 738-3336 or by email at officenldss@gmail.com

June 7th, 2020

The Great Canadian Giving Challenge runs from June 1st-June 30th. Every dollar donated (minimum of $3 required) to the NLDSS during this period enters us into a draw for $20,000.

Every donation will help us increase our chances at winning the grand prize, and we appreciate any support you are able to give.

You can donate by clicking the “Donate” button on this page of by visiting canadahelps.org. For more information on the Great Canadian Giving Challenge, visit their website at givingchallenge.ca.

February 29th, 2020

World Down Syndrome Day 2020

November 6th, 2019

NLDSS Pancake Breakfast

September 9th, 2019

Make A Difference Dance

June 22nd, 2019

Annual Bob Robson Classic Golf Tournament

March 24th, 2019

Random Island Soapery Fundraiser

Random Island Soapery has teamed up with the Newfoundland and Labrador Down Syndrome Society (NLDSS) for a spring fundraising event. The society will receive 40% of all sales, this will in turn go to support speech and occupational therapies for the children. The event will run from now until April 18th. All orders will be ready in time for Mothers Day! Please help support an amazing group of people. You can order from the link below, or contact any member of the Society.

Click Here For Random Island Soapery Facebook Page!

March 19th, 2019

In The Community Ep. 4 – Newfoundland and Labrador Down Syndrome Society

 

Vanessa Barrett and Jennifer Murphy  join Andrew Gosse to discuss local awareness,  and International Down Syndrome Day on March 21.

February 28th, 2019

Stella and Dot Fundraiser

Stylist Ashley Rossiter will be hosting a Stella and Dot Fundraiser for the NLDSS with 100% of commissions donated back to the society. This is a great time to elevate your personal style, do some Mother’s Day shopping, and support the NLDSS! Be sure to join the Facebook event for details and to hear all about discounts, deals, event dates and prizes! 

There will be multiple ways to take part including two Pop-Up shops at the office, a virtual event via Facebook and online shopping! This is the kind of fundraiser that works with everyone’s schedule!

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1102775829890904/?ti=ia

Join the Facebook event, and tag two friends in a post within the event and be entered to win this prize!

Link to shop.

https://ca.stelladot.com/ts/zi3uq