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The Halton Down Syndrome Association (HDSA) is a volunteer non-profit organization made up of parents, professionals, and other concerned persons. We are committed to promoting a positive image of persons with Down syndrome being valued community members. The HDSA promotes that a person with Down syndrome is a person first and a person with Down syndrome second! Our ultimate goal is to see our children become responsible, self sufficient, fully integrated members of the community who are accepted by their peers and who are able to lead happy, productive lives. For more information on our association visit our website at: www.haltondownsyndrome.com

Sistering is a non-profit charitable organization which provides a safe and welcoming environment where women receive practical and emotional supports such as, a daily hot meal; showers and laundry facilities; clothing; access to health care professionals; informal counseling, support groups and other program activities; housing services; pre-employment programs, and referrals to appropriate agencies. These supports enable women to take greater control of their lives.

Child Aid International is a not-for-profit organisation that respects and champions the rights of all orphan children – regardless of race, ethnicity or faith. The organisation strives to address the basic needs of orphan children by providing them with love, hope, inspiration and support to develop into healthy, caring, and confident individuals.

West Neighbourhood House, formerly St. Christopher House, is a non-profit United Way agency and is not affiliated with any religious denomination or group. We are a team of volunteers, participants and staff who develop community programs and services in response to need and also promote socio-economic conditions in which individuals and families in our catchment area can thrive. We have served the multicultural neighbourhoods of southwest Toronto since 1912. We operate out of six facilities, offering a broad range of community-based social service programs serving people of all ages. In all, we serve over 17,000 people a year. We are governed by a 15member Board of Directors, who are elected by our voting membership. Program services are delivered by over 200 full-time and part-time staff and over 800 volunteers. Our community development projects benefit groups inside and outside our community. The House has been recognized for this work through three public policy awards.

From its origins as an inner city outreach unit called the Boyle Street Co-op, we have grown into a multi-service community centre that is accessed by people living in poverty throughout the City of Edmonton. We have a 40+ year reputation for helping people who are disadvantaged to manage the multiple problems they face. Many of our clients are Aboriginal; others are new Canadians. They share the culture of poverty; the stigma of marginalization; and the yearning to enhance their lives. Boyle Street is committed to a community-based approach that builds on people’s capacities and strengthens communities. We offer a continuum of programs that assist people to meet their basic needs, build social support systems, and exercise their rights and responsibilities as citizens. We provide an entry point for people experiencing cultural, economic, social, emotional and/or physical disadvantages. Boyle Street is a unique place of caring, service and respect.

CDSS works diligently to promote the rights, talents and abilities of persons with Down syndrome. We provide the most up to date information about Down syndrome to parents, educators, caregivers and medical professionals. Among the services offered are a resource library, a network of support and assistance to affiliate groups and families across the country in addition to advocating locally, provincially and nationally on issues such as health care, employment and independent living. We operate a toll free help line at 1 800 883-6508.

RCMSAR 34 MARINE RESCUE SOCIETY is the fundraising arm of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary, Unit 34 - Mill Bay, B.C.

Annually over 1,000 women are homeless in Ottawa - Cornerstone provides shelter for over 400 women, serves over 140,160 nutritious meals and provides supportive housing for 68 women, many of whom are seniors. In addition, in 2011 Cornerstone secured permanent housing for 154 women; 65 women were enrolled in computer training, employment preparation and life skills courses. Our services are offered in an environment which promtes dignity and hope.

The Okotoks Food Bank has been serving families since 1985. We’re a volunteer run organization directed by a Board and one part-time Executive Director. We provide non-perishable food items, frozen meat and vegetables, as well as fresh produce, eggs, margarine and milk cards. We’re a registered charity under the Societies Act and provide tax receipts to donors. We are supported by nine ministerial churches. We receive support of food and monetary donations from Food Drives and donations from individuals and businesses.

We help women build confidence and skills so they can participate in the community. The women we serve face challenges on various fronts. Many of our clients are new Canadians. Others may have financial barriers, be starting a new life or transitioning from shelters or survival jobs, imprisonment, abusive relationships or illness. We help them prepare for work, volunteer and educational opportunities. Our programs are free to our participants. They prepare women by teaching them lifeskills such as career planning, communications skills, workplace culture and coaching them on appropriate business wear. The Walk-In-Closet program offers one-on-one consultations to women on how to dress to look and feel their professional best. The program provides new and used clothing, makeup and accessories that have been donated. The Making Changes program targets immigrant women and offers workshops including career planning, communications, job search, interview skills and how to access resources.

The Langley Hospice Society is committed to providing emotional, practical and spiritual support for people who are living with a terminal illness, their family and friends throughout the last stage of illness, at the time of death and bereavement.

JUMP Math enhances the potential in children by inspiring an understanding and love of mathematics. JUMP Math is a philosophy and a set of mathematics resources that aim to improve the teaching of mathematics and to help students enjoy and meet their potential in the subject. The JUMP Math program is based on the belief that all children, even those diagnosed as having serious learning disabilities or who are failing, can excel at math. Mathematics, rather than being the most difficult subject, can be a subject in which children can most easily succeed in – even at a young age – and can thereby develop the confidence and cognitive abilities they need to do well in other subjects.