Edmonton Down Syndrome Society

04/10/2026

🚶‍♀️💛 Join Us for the Walk for Down Syndrome! 💛🚶‍♂️

Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family for an afternoon of community, connection, and celebration!

📅 June 14
🕐 1:00 PM
📍 Rundle Park

This year, we’re adding even more excitement with a fundraising incentive you won’t want to miss:

🎟️ Every registered participant is entered to win
💯 For every $100 you raise, you’ll receive additional entries into our prize draw

✈️ Grand Prize: A flight for two (restrictions apply)
🎁 Plus more amazing prizes to be won!

Come walk with us, raise awareness, and help support individuals with Down syndrome and their families in our community. 💛

👉 Register and start fundraising today!

04/09/2026

💛 Volunteer Appreciation Month 💛

This April, we’re celebrating the incredible individuals who give their time, energy, and heart to EDSS. Our volunteers are at the centre of everything we do—supporting programs, events, and the families we serve each and every day.

We’re so grateful for the impact you make in our community. 💛

Throughout the month, we’ll be highlighting some of our amazing volunteers—stay tuned to see some of the people who help bring EDSS to life!

👏 To all of our volunteers: thank you for being such an important part of our community. We appreciate you not just this month, but all year long.

04/08/2026

EDSS 50/50 Raffle – Your Chance to Win & Make an Impact!

Tickets are on sale now until June 14—and every ticket purchased helps support individuals with Down syndrome and their families in our community.

✨ What your support helps fund:
✔ Expanding programs for all ages at the Joey Moss Centre for Excellence
✔ Improving speech, communication, and overall family wellness
✔ Helping families access the medical care they need

It’s simple: win big while giving back!

🎯 Get your tickets today:
👉 https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/wdsd
📱 Or scan the QR code below

Thank you for helping us grow and strengthen our community 💛

04/04/2026

🎭 Centre Stage Show Day – You’re Invited! 🎶

Come celebrate the hard work and talent of our Centre Stage musical theatre students! Our performers have been practicing tirelessly, and they can’t wait to share their amazing performances with you on stage.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 23
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Muttart Theatre, Stanley Milner Library
🎟️https://www.edss.ca/centre-stage-show-day

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon full of music, fun, and community spirit! Your support means the world to our students as they shine on stage. ✨

We can’t wait to see you there!

04/03/2026

📰 Our Latest Newsletter is Here! 💛

We’re excited to share that the newest edition of the EDSS newsletter is now ready for you to explore!

One of the highlights this month is our 🌷 Spring Clean Out Donation Drive—a great opportunity to declutter and give back to your community.

We are currently accepting gently used:
📚 Books
🎲 Games
🧸 Clean toys
🏡 Household items
🍽️ Kitchen supplies

As a thank you, donors will receive swap tickets that can be used for free items—so you can give a little and get a little too! ♻️💛

👉 Check out the newsletter for full details and how to get involved! https://www.edss.ca/newsletter

04/02/2026

💛 April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! 💛

At EDSS, we know that our programs and services wouldn’t be possible without the dedication, energy, and heart of our incredible volunteers. From supporting events to assisting in our programs, our volunteers help us make a real difference in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome—and their families.

While April is a time to celebrate and thank them, we want everyone to know: volunteers are appreciated all year round, and we welcome new volunteers anytime!

🙏 Thank you to every volunteer who shares their time, talent, and compassion with EDSS. You truly make our community stronger.

04/02/2026

🎉 Planning a spring event or golf tournament? 🏌️‍♂️🌷
Add some extra excitement with a 50/50 raffle in support of EDSS!
It’s a fun and easy way to engage your guests—plus every ticket sold helps fund programs and services for individuals with Down syndrome in our community. 💛
We take care of everything, so you can focus on hosting an amazing event.
📩 Send us a message to learn more or book your date!
#50/50Raffle

03/30/2026

Spring Clean-Out Donation Drive! 🌸

We’re now accepting donations for our Spring Clean-Out! While the official sale date will be shared soon, you can drop off your lightly used items at EDSS.

When you donate, we will give you a swap ticket- use it on the day of the sale to pick up free items in exchange!

Drop-off location & hours: See Paige at EDSS, Monday to Friday, 9 AM–4 PM.

03/29/2026

Deadline is March 31st to help us reach our $10,000 goal to get an additional 50% match from the GOA! Please share and donate. Thank you in advance for your support!

World Down Syndrome Day: March 21, 2026
This year’s global theme is , because everyone deserves meaningful friendships, real inclusion, and a sense of belonging.

Donate by March 31 and your contribution will be matched dollar for dollar by the Government of Alberta (up to $5,000). Your generosity helps create welcoming spaces, strengthen programs, and connects families to community support.
📣 Share your story. Tell us .
DONATE NOW: https://give.crowdfunding.alberta.ca/62glH6

03/27/2026

We are pleased to receive a donation from the Rotary Club of Edmonton Sunrise for $5,000 which will go directly towards supporting Families of The Edmonton Down Syndrome Society (EDSS) with a $50 reduction in cost of weekly daycamp this summer! Thank you Rotary Club of Edmonton Sunrise Rotary International District 5370 for making this possible.