Down Syndrome Services in Ontario

A genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21, associated with intellectual disability, characteristic facial features, and potential health complications.

Down Syndrome Organizations

Canadian Down Syndrome Society

Collingwood, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118830751RR0001

Down Syndrome Assn

Ottawa, ON

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by Down syndrome in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides support services, resources.

Down Syndrome Assn-Brantford

St George, ON

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by Down syndrome in St George, Ontario. Provides support services, resources.

Down Syndrome Association - National Capital Region

Ottawa, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in OTTAWA. CRA Registration: 133362806RR0001.

Down Syndrome Association Of Brantford And District

St. George, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 871884094RR0001

Down Syndrome Association Of Lambton County

Pt Edward, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 889686341RR0001

Down Syndrome Association Of Peterborough

Peterborough, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 861495547RR0001

Down Syndrome Association Of Sudbury

Sudbury, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 889565370RR0001

Down Syndrome Association Of Toronto

Toronto, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118887942RR0001

Down Syndrome Association of Hamilton

Hamilton, ON

Local association supporting families and individuals with Down syndrome in the Hamilton region.

Down Syndrome Association of Kingston

Kingston, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 840192538RR0001

Down Syndrome Association of Ontario

Brampton, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 886048792RR0001

Down Syndrome Association of Ontario (DSAO)

Toronto, ON

The federation of local Down syndrome associations across Ontario, providing coordination, resources, and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Down Syndrome Association of Ottawa

Ottawa, ON

Community support and resources for individuals with Down syndrome and their families in the Ottawa area.

Down Syndrome Association of Peel

Brampton, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 891055170RR0001

Down Syndrome Association of Sault Ste. Marie

Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Local support group for families of individuals with Down syndrome in the Sault Ste. Marie area.

Down Syndrome Association of Simcoe County

Barrie, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 889238267RR0001

Down Syndrome Association of Toronto

Toronto, ON

Supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families in the Greater Toronto Area through programs, resources, and advocacy.

Down Syndrome Associaton - National Capital Region Association Syndrome Down - Region De La Capitale Nationale

Ottawa, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 133362806RR0001

Down Syndrome Family Support Association OF Canada

Scarborough, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in SCARBOROUGH. CRA Registration: 868238361RR0001.

Down Syndrome Foundation Canada

Toronto, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 793310418RR0001

Down Syndrome Niagara

St Catharines, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 133712471RR0001

Durham Down Syndrome Association

Whitby, ON

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by Down syndrome in Whitby, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.

Halton Down Syndrome Association

Burlington, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118951243RR0001

London Down Syndrome Association

London, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 866942493RR0001

Nipissing Down Syndrome Society

North Bay, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 139138465RR0001

Ottawa ABA Academy, Autism,ADHD,Down Syndrome

Kanata, ON

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and ADHD in Kanata, Ontario. Provides support services, resources.

PROJECT 321 PEEL DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION

Brampton, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 725839690RR0001

SAULT STE. MARIE DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY

Sault Ste Marie, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 871156808RR0001

The Down Syndrome Association Of Hamilton

Hamilton, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 119230225RR0001

The Down Syndrome Association Of York Region

Richmond Hill, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 891560971RR0001

The Windsor-Essex Down Syndrome Association

Windsor, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 892823162RR0001

Up About Down Windsor-Essex Down Syndrome Association

Windsor, ON

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by Down syndrome in Windsor, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.

Waterloo Wellington Down Syndrome Society

Waterloo, ON

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 891981441RR0001

Related Programs & Benefits

Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)

$25-$646/month depending on assessed needs

A provincial program providing monthly payments to help with the extra costs of caring for a child with a severe disability. Rate increased 2.8% in July 2025. Also covers assistive device assessments and device consumer contributions. CDB is exempted from ACSD calculations.

Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)

$200/month

A new federal benefit providing $200/month for persons aged 18-64 with low income who have Disability Tax Credit approval. First month of eligibility was June 2025 with payments starting July 2025. Back payments available up to 24 months from application date. Most provinces have exempted the CDB from provincial benefit calculations, but Alberta claws back CDB from AISH recipients dollar-for-dollar.

Canada Pension Plan - Disability (CPP-D)

2025 rates: Basic $598.49/month, Average $1,203.88/month, Maximum $1,673.24/month; Children's benefit: $301.77/month per child

A monthly taxable benefit for people who have contributed to the Canada Pension Plan and are unable to work due to a severe and prolonged disability. Includes a children's benefit of $301.77/month per child. Quebec residents apply through the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) instead.

Canada's Autism Strategy

A federal autism strategy developed in collaboration with the autistic community, families, service providers, researchers, and provincial/territorial governments. AIDE Canada (Autism & Intellectual Disabilities Knowledge Exchange Network) is funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada as part of this strategy, providing online resources, an inventory of services, and 6 in-person locations across Canada.

Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)

Covers eligible dental services (no fixed monthly amount)

A federal dental care plan administered through Sun Life, available to eligible Canadians including those with Disability Tax Credit qualification. Covers essential oral health services including preventive care, restorative services, and other dental treatments.

Disability Benefit Navigation (DBN) Program

An ESDC-funded program where nonprofits provide one-on-one navigation support to help people with disabilities find and apply for benefits they are entitled to, including DTC, CDB, RDSP, CPP-D, and provincial benefits. Organizations are funded across all provinces and territories to provide free assistance.

Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

2024 max disability amount: $9,872; supplement for under 18: $5,758

A non-refundable tax credit for individuals with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions. The DTC is the gateway to other federal benefits including the Canada Disability Benefit, RDSP, and Child Disability Benefit. Can transfer unused portion to a supporting family member for a refund of up to approximately $1,400.

Ontario Autism Program (OAP)

Interim funding: $20,000/year (under 6), $5,000/year (6-18)

Ontario's program for children and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Registered through AccessOAP. Currently under an interim funding model with the government working toward a needs-based model using a Determination of Needs process (4-hour virtual interview). Services include ABA, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and mental health supports. Waitlists are significant, and families report costs of $26,000-$130,000/year for autism supports.

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