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Join Us For the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada’s 5th National Virtual Conference

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

This year’s theme — Looking to the Future — reflects LDAC’s mission to promote the full participation of children, youth, and adults with learning disabilities in school, work, and life. The use of technology on learning and accommodations is increasing and it impact on individuals with learning disabilities is entering a new frontier. 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 Speakers

Dr. Brenda McDermott
Empowering Learners with Disabilities: Practical Strategies for Using Generative AI
Deanna Fidelak
Navigating Post-Secondary Support for Students with Learning Disabilities to Ensure Full Access to Learning!
Dr. Emma Peddigrew and Dr. Erin Panda
Transitioning from High School to Post-Secondary with a Learning Disability

This conference is relevant to:

Parents & Caregivers

Educators & Special Education Professionals

Psychologists & Speech-Language Pathologists

Postsecondary Faculty & Students

Policy Influencers & Nonprofit Leaders

LDAC’s 2026 Conference Agenda (EST)

Start Time End Time

Session Title & Description

11:00 11:15 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Chair of LDAC – Roger Casgrain
11:15 12:00 Keynote Speaker
Dr. Brenda McDermott
Empowering Learners with Disabilities: Practical Strategies for Using Generative AI
12:00 13:00 Deanna Fidelak
Navigating Post-Secondary Support for Students with Learning Disabilities to Ensure Full Access to Learning!
13:00 14:00 Dr. Peddigrew
Dr. Panda
Transitioning from High School to Post-Secondary with a Learning Disability
13:00 14:00 Break
14:15 14:30 Cora Payne
Equitable Library Access
14:30 15:30
15:30 16:30 Charles Levasseur
16:30 16:45 Closing Remarks
Executive Director LDAC – Kim McLean

Registration

Opening Soon !

$40 Early Bird before November 1, 2026
$50 General Admission after November 2, 2026

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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LDAC wishes to congratulate Landmark on it’s 40th Anniversary!

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