Down Syndrome

• Canadians with Down syndrome live until 60 on average, study finds

  In Canada, "the average lifespan of someone with Down syndrome is about 60 years old," said Dr. Brian Skotko, senior author of the study.

  Health

  Jul 16
  
• Calgary teen takes over western wear business that supports kids with Down syndrome

  A small business that helped raise money for Down syndrome research exchanged hands to a young entrepreneur who share more than just an interest in western wear.

  Canada

  Jul 26, 2023
  
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• Canadian bodybuilder with Down syndrome inspiring millions around the world

  Kyle Landi, who was born premature and with a congenital heart defect, has been documenting his bodybuilding journey on social media.

  Canada

  Jul 6, 2023
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• Bursary reduces cost of summer camps for people with disabilities of all ages

  AdaptAbilities has started summer camps available to people of all ages with disabilities. The camps are called Hearts in Action.

  Entertainment

  Jul 4, 2023
• Canadian veterans help Moncton high school graduate ride to prom in style

  To make Hope Wilson's prom dream a reality, N.B. veterans hit the road, some traveling from as far as two hours away on their motorcycles, to make sure she had a ride to remember.

  Canada

  Jun 20, 2023
• Eco Vision Memramcook grants the wish of ‘bride’ with Down Syndrome

  Monique Thebeau works in Eco Vision's second-hand clothing store located in Memramcook, N.B. A collection of wedding gowns in the shop inspired her dream to be a bride for a day.

  Canada

  Jun 16, 2023
• Crown seeks stiffer sentence for B.C. caregiver in death of woman with Down syndrome

  Florence Girard was found dead in Astrid Dahl's Port Coquitlam home in October 2018, weighing just 56 pounds. Prosecutors want a stiffer sentence for the liable caregiver.

  Crime

  Jun 2, 2023
• Bullied Halifax Mooseheads fan becomes guest of honour at Remparts practice

  A diehard Halifax Mooseheads fan who was bullied in the stands during a playoff game in Quebec City was the guest of honour during the Quebec Remparts' practice on Monday morning.

  Sports

  May 15, 2023
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• Barbie with Down syndrome released by Mattel: ‘Celebrating inclusion’

  Mattel worked with the National Down Syndrome Society in the United States to create its first Barbie with Down syndrome in a bid to make its famous doll range more inclusive.

  Lifestyle

  Apr 25, 2023
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• N.B. man with Down Syndrome defies the odds: ‘He is a phenomenal person’

  Bruce Brown celebrated his 77th birthday last week. A parade of more than 70 vehicles drove past his home in St. John, N.B., last Thursday in celebration of his big day.

  Canada

  Apr 11, 2023