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February 2021
Integra Workshop: The Social Impact of Learning Disabilities
In this workshop we will discuss why children with LDs are at risk for experiencing social challenges with their peers. Participants will explore what skills are needed in order to be socially competent in everyday life. Strategies on how to understand and support social competence will be shared. Where: This workshop will be offered virtually through WebEx. Please choose a quiet space with limited distractions, as this workshop will be interactive. Attendees will need access to a computer with reliable…
Find out more »March 2021
Integra Workshop: Understanding Memory and Learning Disabilities
This experiential workshop is designed to give participants a better understanding of the different types of memory challenges (verbal, visual, and working memory). We will look at the impact memory challenges have on everyday life for children and youth with LDs (socially, emotionally and behaviourally). Where: This workshop will be offered virtually through WebEx. Please choose a quiet space with limited distractions, as this workshop will be interactive. Attendees will need access to a computer with reliable internet connection. Time:…
Find out more »FREE Program Information Night
Program Information Night Winter 2021 Please join The LDANR's Program Coordinators on Tuesday, March 16th at 6:00 pm for an opportunity to hear about our programming. During this one hour event, the coordinators will introduce our agency and our mission for those who are new to the LDANR and then move on to discuss the various programs we are offering in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. We will provide an overview of each program, its format, and the application open…
Find out more »Spring Program Applications Open!
Spring program applications open on Monday, March 22nd at 6:00 am! Click here for the program application form.
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Virtual Trivia Night Fundraiser
The LDANR is holding our first ever VIRTUAL Trivia Night on Friday, March 26th! This year, our trivia night will take place online via Microsoft Teams, which means you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place, although there will be other prizes to be given away as well. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ldanrs-virtual-trivia-night-fundraiser-tickets-136961460415 There are a limited number of tickets available, so be sure to register as…
Find out more »May 2021
Community Day of Caring 2021
Did you Know Around % of women have said they have missed school or work because of their period? Although feminine hygiene products have become 'GST-Free', the average woman will spend $65 per year on this basic necessity. For families with more than one woman in the household, that cost can add up pretty quickly. Add this to an already hefty cost of living and a global pandemic where many are out of work, it is difficult for many women…
Find out more »August 2021
LDA 2nd Annual Virtual Parent Conference
CLICK HERE FOR CONFERENCE FLYER This virtual conference is brought to you by the following Learning Disabilities Chapters: Ottawa, Halton-Hamilton, Wellington County, Niagara Region and York Region. York Region Champion and Keynote speaker DJ Cunningham will share with you, practical strategies for students diagnosed with ADHD. DJ’s passion and expertise grows out of deep personal understanding of learning disabilities and ADHD as he himself has a significant learning disability. Our speaker’s panel include: The Science Behind a Learning Disability Presented by Dr. John McNamara: In this presentation Dr. John McNamara will…
Find out more »LDANR Annual Golf Tournament
Golf Tournament 2021 Flyer The LDANR is excited to announce that we are returning with our annual golf tournament this year! The event will take place Sunday, August 22 at Cardinal Lakes Golf. Unlike prior years where golfers took place in a shot gun start, the registrants will need to arrange a tee time with the LDA office staff. Tee times begin at 12:00 pm and we ask golfers to show up approximately 20 minutes prior to their tee time…
Find out more »October 2021
LD and ADHD Panel Discussion
During this interactive session, our expert panel will answer participant questions related to LDs or ADHD based on their research and/or lived experience. Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Learning Disabilities (LDs) and ADHD! Meet our Panelists 1. Dr. John McNamara Dr. John McNamara is a Professor in the Department of Child and Youth Studies at Brock University. He teaches undergraduate and graduate classes in child psychology with a focus on language and learning disabilities. His research is…
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