The GVDSS membership includes individuals who have Down syndrome, as well as families, friends, advocates, peers, educators, and medical professionals. Together we provide information and understanding about Down syndrome, act as resources and supports for one another, and create a better understanding of diversity.
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The mission of the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society is to empower individuals
Educate and support families, those who support them, and enhance communities
Together, celebrate the diverse abilities of persons with Down syndrome.
GVDSS provides support to the local medical community both through education and as a resource to support the medical community... View Article
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Are you new to the Down syndrome community? We at the GVDSS have an amazingly positive community that have been... View Article
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Ups Club Ups club is for children ages 0-8 along with their parents and siblings. This age is flexible. The... View Article
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GVDSS provides support to local educators and families to effect positive outcomes for inclusive education in the Greater Victoria area... View Article
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How We Help
CTV News ran a three part series for Canadian Down Syndrome Week 2017 featuring three of our families!
We receive interesting and heart warming stories about people with Down Syndrome often and want to share them with you.
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Become A MemberAbout 60 members, family and friends gathered at Beckwith Park in Saanich on Saturday, 4 June for the third Greater... View Article
Welcome to the new and improved GVDSS website. We look forward to being able to promote issues, news and events... View Article
