Uniquely Me planning is well underway and we would like to share a few highlights of the upcoming event on Thursday, October 9th.  

Step in the world of high fashion with "La Dolce Vita" and experience the exclusive event that will transport you to the runways of the iconic Milan Fashion Week.  

Uniquely Me is a gala evening of music, entertainment, fashion and a full-scale celebration that will highlight the many talents of our participants born with Down syndrome and collaborations with local artists.

 We are looking forward to seeing our newest models and a new co-host this year, Alana Gersky.

After a huge response to our local entertainers, Martin Murphy and the Pre-Tenors will be returning this year.  We are looking forward to all our local celebrity models and partners who will be joining us for our premiere fundraising event of the year.  If you would like to get involved, there are partnership opportunities available, and we are also looking for donations of auction items.  This is a great opportunity to promote your local business or products.  Tickets are on sale and the early bird price ends on July 31st so don’t wait to purchase your tickets.  Bring your guests for a wonderful night out and help us raise funds and awareness about Down syndrome and the endless possibilities our community has to offer. 

Week 2 of summer day camp has been a blast and we look forward to more exciting weeks ahead.  We have been at the EDSS office Grooving & Moving this week. See camp photos here

Please join us in welcoming our newest staff members Kendall Dancocks and Gen Espinales. 

Don't forget we are planning a year-end wrap up field trip to the Telus World of Science.

To be eligible for this complimentary full day field trip, participants will need to have attended two full-day weeks of camp throughout the summer. 

Reminders

Thank you to all that were able to attend our 2024 AGM. 

 2024 Annual report can be found here.

Strategic Plan Summary can be found here.

Join Our Team: Fund Development Manager
We’re also hiring a Fund Development Manager to help grow and sustain our vital work.

Learn more and apply here: edss.ca/careers

30th Anniversary - History Photobook

We are still working on a history photobook and we would love to feature your family!

Whatever your journey has been, I would like to invite you to share with us a bit about your experiences – sharing your favorite memories and your family photos – both “then” and “now”. If you have a baby/toddler photo and then a current family photo that would be great to include in our 30th Anniversary photo album project.

We are loving the snapshots we are getting into the families that have contributed so far. Please add your families history to our book. Share your memories with us!

Please share your memories and photos with us at guest@edss.ca as soon as possible.