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If you have recently been told that your child has a learning disability, or you suspect that
they do, this is a great place to start looking for information. LDAO works in many ways
to improve the lives of children and adults with learning disabilities in Ontario. The
organization can direct you to resources and supports in your community, wherever it is
that you live in Ontario. LDAO can also answer any questions you may have about
learning disabilities in general, and keep you up to date on the newest breakthroughs in
management strategies
LDAO advocates for and assists people with learning disabilities and their families in
meeting their expressed needs by:
providing support, guidance and up-to-date resource information
providing the opportunity for the sharing of information and common concerns
encouraging research in the field of learning disabilities
supporting and generating legislative initiatives.
Furthers the educational, social, recreational, legal, medical, vocational and
employment opportunities for people with learning disabilities in Ontario.
Acquaints professionals working in the above listed fields education, recreation,
legislation and justice, health, vocational training and employment with the current
literature and research in the field of learning disabilities.
Creates public awareness of learning disabilities by informing the public of the
issues and challenges faced by people with learning disabilities. Check out some of
our public awareness events.
Other Resources
The LDAO website also has many other resources such as articles, personal stories and
reflections, summaries of research studies, information on programs and services, lists of
other websites and online resources, materials, videos/DVDs, and Scholarships and
Bursaries information.
LDAO Chapters
Local chapters of the LDAO exist in many of Ontarios cities, and each offers services
centred around education and advocacy for people of all ages. Local Chapters are:
LDA Chatham-Kent LDA Peel Region
LDA Durham Region LDA Sudbury
LDA Halton LDA Toronto District
LDA Kingston LDA Wellington County
LDA London Region LDA Windsor-Essex County
LDA Niagara LDA York Region
LDA Ottawa-Carleton