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Join Us For the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada’s 4th National Virtual Conference

An empowering day of learning, collaboration, and advocacy for parents, educators, professionals, and caregivers supporting individuals with learning disabilities (LD).

This year’s theme — The Power of Partnership — reflects LDAC’s mission to promote the full participation of children, youth, and adults with learning disabilities in school, work, and life. Whether you’re a caregiver navigating your child’s diagnosis, a teacher looking for proven tools, or a professional working to support inclusion, this conference delivers practical knowledge, actionable strategies, and powerful connections.

Your participation directly supports LDAC’s national advocacy, research, and programming — supporting the 5.6% of Canadians living with learning disabilities — and the educators, professionals, and families who stand beside them.

Why Attend?

  • Practical, evidence-based strategies you can apply at home, in the classroom, and in clinical settings
  • Tools for parents to better understand psychoeducational assessments and advocate for their children
  • Latest research in assessment, intervention, and neuroscience
  • Guidance on assistive technology to support diverse learners
  • Insights on caregiver wellbeing, positive parenting, and family support
  • Connection to a national community of experts and advocates

Featured Keynote Speakers

To be announced

This conference is relevant to:

Parents & Caregivers

Educators & Special Education Professionals

Psychologists & Speech-Language Pathologists

Postsecondary Faculty & Students

Policy Influencers & Nonprofit Leaders

Program Streams & Sessions

Professional Insights

  • Early Assessment ToolsDr. Una Malcom
  • Special Education Needs _ A Guide for Professionals and Supporting Those with Special Needs  – Dr.. Meadow Schroeder, “Special Education Needs: A Guide to Parents”

Practical Classroom & Home Strategies

  • Phonics & Literacy Intervention with First Nations LearnersMelissa Flynn & Megan Norris, Yukon

For Families & Caregivers

  • Positive Parenting Approaches for LD — Dr. Breanna Lawrence, University of Victoria, “Effects of positive parenting on mental
    health in adolescents with learning disabilities.”
  • Caregiver Wellbeing: Taking Care of YourselfDr. Lauren Birks, Psychologist, “Self Care for Professionals and Families
    Supporting those with Special Needs”

LDAC’s 2023 Conference Agenda (EST)

Start Time End Time

Session Title & Description

11:00 11:15

Welcome and Introduction by Roger Casgrain

11:15 12:00

Keynote: Dr. Laverne Jacobs: Learning Disabilities (LD) and the UN, an International Human Right

12:00 12:15

Health Break

12:15 13:00

LD Law in Canada: Are accommodations in Canada for those with LD still a human right?

Presented by:
Sacha Paul and Sharyne Hamm, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

13:00 13:45

LD Recommendations on the Right to Read Inquiry: Insights from Jamie Metsala

Presented by:
Jamie Metsala

13:45 14:00

Break

 14:00 14:45

Legal Perspectives on LD from the Ontario Human Rights Commission

Presented by:
Nika Faramhani

14:45 15:30

 Recent Education HR Cases You Should Know

Presented by:
Kelly Lamrock

15:30 16:15

Panel Discussion – A View on Access to LD Legal Accommodations and Services Across Canada

Presented by:
Jody Carr
Kelly Lamrock
John McNamara

16:15 16:25

Wrap-up by Mark Buzan and Roger Casgrain

Registration

$50 Early Bird – Available until September 15, 2025
$75 General Admission – After September 15, 2025

All proceeds directly support LDAC’s national work advocating for individuals with learning disabilities across Canada.

Make a Difference. Learn What Works. Join Us.

Together, we can build a more inclusive and empowered future for all Canadians with learning disabilities.

Presented by the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada (LDAC)
For over 60 years, LDAC has been Canada’s national voice on learning disabilities — advancing research, advocacy, education, and support for families and professionals across the country.

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