Mission Statement:

To work together to increase public awareness and acceptance of Down syndrome, while supporting and enhancing the lives of our children.

Our Goals:

  • increase awareness and visibility in the community
  • support individuals with Down syndrome of all ages and their families
  • provide social and skill development activities to reach all age groups
  • increase member engagement
  • increase ease of access to services for families by aiming to provide programs virtually and/or in different areas of Simcoe County

What We Do:

  • Discussions and information regarding health issues, services, parenting skills and acceptance
  • Social Events and programs including bowling, dance, Taekwondo, Pumpkinfest, Christmas party, summer picnic, craft and cooking classes, our March 21 Dinner & Dance, and our all-ages Club 21 program
  • Support for new families
  • Lending library and new parent packages at hospitals
  • Bursaries for speech, music, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, young adults, conferences, and education workshops
  • Young Adults Day Program
  • Awareness events and initiatives
  • Monthly newsletters 

Current Executive Members:

The DSASC has a group of dedicated individuals who help to make our events and programs a success. The executive meets approximately 8-10 times/year. Some executive members may take on the roles of President, treasurer, secretary, and DSAO rep. Positions are nominated and have a 2 year service.
Jen St-Onge DSAO Rep
Kristin O'Leary Treasurer 
Hope Groombridge Secretary 
Ashley Cordua Board Member
Ashley White Board Member
Jody Cele Board Member
Sandy Campbell Board Member
Jason Helmond Peer representative
Hillary Thomas - Program and Communications Coordinator 
Ashley Cordua - SEAC Representative for Simcoe County District School Board
Stephanie Saunders- SEAC Representative for Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board

By-laws:

The DSASC operates under updated by-laws approved and adopted at our general meeting, April 2016. Read the full by-law document here: DSASC BY-LAWS Amended April 2016.
Down Syndrome Association of Simcoe County 2023