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...
View ArticleStop 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...
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...
View ArticleGrowing 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 ArticleHealthcare 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...
View ArticleUsing 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...
View ArticleMy 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...
View ArticleMake 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...
View ArticleWho 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...
View ArticleStaying 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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