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Run Up for Down Syndrome

BC’s BIGGEST annual Down syndrome event returns

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three young adults with Down syndrome (brown haired woman, blonde haired man, blonde haired woman)

Kindred Spirits

Chronicles of Down Syndrome Friendship

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brown haired man with Down syndrome wearing blue jacket over red shirt opens the door to a brick house

Made in Canada

Federal Financial Supports for Canadians with Down Syndrome

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Our mission is to support people living with Down syndrome and their families with individualized and leading-edge educational programs, health services, information resources, and rich social connections so each person can flourish in their own right.

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Group Programs

We offer educational and recreational group programs for youth and adults with Down syndrome.

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Individual Services

We offer one to one educational and health services for people with Down syndrome and their families.

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DSRF Featured Resources

cover of 3.21: Canada's Down Syndrome Magazine (Spring 2025, Issue #22), featuring an Asian man with Down syndrome wearing taekwondo outfit and holding a Canadian flag); text: The Recreation Issue, Building Inclusive Recreational Programs, The Hidden Benefits of Encouraging Creative Interests, Martial Artists: An Interview with Darryl and Darius Andaya; Plus: Fun for everyone at DSRF, and self-advocates share their recreational pursuits

3.21 Magazine

The Spring 2025 issue (Issue #22) of 3.21 is out now!

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The LowDOWN Podcast

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Fun for Everyone: DSRF’s Recreational Programs

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

2 days ago

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
We’re feeling FINTASTIC after getting word that our friend FIN from the Canucks for Kids Foundation will be joining us at Run Up for Down Syndrome!He hopes to see you there. Sign up now: DSRF.org/RunUp ... See MoreSee Less

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
Researchers from Anglia Ruskin University in the UK are seeking to better understand exercise and physical activity levels in the Down syndrome community. They have released two questionnaires: one for self-advocates and one for parents/caregivers. Please use the links below to access the questionnaires. If you have questions about this study, please refer to the contact information in the poster.Self-Advocates: bit.ly/3F5O25FParents/Caregivers: bit.ly/4kkTUGS ... See MoreSee Less

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
Got your costume ready?In honour of DSRF’s 30th Birthday, we’re turning Run Up for Down Syndrome into a costume contest! Dress up as a team for your chance to win a great group prize.Register Now: DSRF.org/RunUp ... See MoreSee Less

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