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Staying Healthy and Active in the Summer
In this seasonal blog post, Paul shares his thoughts about staying active, his favourite summer recipes, and taking care of his mental health when life gets hard. Staying Active What kind of physical...
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Who We Are: A World Down Syndrome Day Reflection
This year for World Down Syndrome Day, CDSS Awareness Leader Paul Sawka wanted to reflect on life with Down syndrome, who the Down syndrome community truly is, and how to confront loneliness in your...
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Make A New Friend This Valentine’s Day
About Loneliness and Friends Young people and not so young people, like me, can get very lonely and sad. I know what that sadness feels like when no one wants to be with you or come over to play. It...
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My Adventures Travelling the World by Paul Sawka
CDSS Awareness Leader Paul Sawka lives in Alberta and he has travelled many places across Canada and around the world. We asked him several questions to learn more about some of his favourite travel...
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Using Technology for Independence and Self-Expression
Technology in My Everyday Life Most technology these days is very important for life. It can empower you even when things are very hard or difficult. Having independence is very important to me and...
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Healthcare and Getting Older
Health is something that is very important. It keeps us going. It keeps us fit and strong. Understanding your health is important. Building Healthy Habits I stay healthy by going to the gym with my...
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Growing Up with Down Syndrome
When I was young, my sister and my parents, of course, made me feel safe and loved. And my grandparents who are no longer with me now and also my godparents. When I was a child, growing up, those were...
View ArticleCanada Disability Benefit Frequently Asked Questions
The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) is a federal benefit for working-age people with disabilities living on a low income. The benefit aims to address the disproportionate level of poverty experienced...
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Discover why the Government of Saskatchewan’s plan to expand segregated classrooms is a setback for inclusive education. Learn how inclusive classrooms benefit all students and uphold the rights of...
View ArticleCanada Disability Benefit (CDB) FAQ
The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) is a federal benefit for working-age people with disabilities living on a low income. The benefit aims to address the disproportionate level of poverty experienced...
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Stop Alberta’s AISH Clawback of the Canada Disability Benefit
When the federal government introduced the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), it was meant to offer a long-overdue boost to people with disabilities living on low incomes. But in Alberta, many...
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Forward, Not Backward: Why DEI Still Matters
A message from Laura LaChance, Executive Director of CDSS This Saturday marks 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law, a hard-won milestone that changed lives and...
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What Life with Down Syndrome Is Like: Q&A with Self Advocate Paul Sawka
What Life with Down Syndrome is Like: Q&A with Self-Advocate Paul Sawka Hello, everyone. My name is Paul Sawka. I am the CDSS Awareness Leader. Everyone really should learn about the Down syndrome...
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Making Independence Possible: Why Support Matters
I have had many people support me in the past and in the present in lots of different ways. These are the types of support that I have received over the years. My Community Support People I have had...
View ArticleFederal Election 2025: Key Issues for Canadians with Disabilities
Make These Issues a Priority in the Upcoming Federal Election 1. Income Security and the Canada Disability Benefit Increase payments so recipients are above the poverty line, accounting for the...
View ArticleFederal Election: Disability-Focused All-Candidates Meetings
As the federal election approaches, disability organizations are hosting all-candidates meetings to discuss key issues affecting the disability community. These events provide an opportunity to hear...
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Building, Singing, and Dreaming Big: My Creative Hobbies
One of my favourite hobbies is woodworking with my Dad. I started a long time ago when I was still in my teenage years and I did a woodworking class when I was in high school. I had to learn about...
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Paul’s 2024 Christmas Letter
Holiday Greetings! Hey Friends, I would like to tell you what I have been up to this year. I have been continuing with my ukulele lessons in person and my voice lessons, which I really enjoy. I...
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Supportive Roommates: Paul and Winnie’s Story of Independent Living
What’s it like living with a supportive roommate? Through this interview, CDSS Awareness Leader Paul Sawka and his new roommate Winnie share their experiences. They talk about their routines, how they...
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