The Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario is a registered charity dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth and adults with learning disabilities. Our mission is to provide leadership in learning disabilities advocacy, research, education and services and to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with learning disabilities in today’s society.
Our 5th annual Learning and Leadership Corporate Breakfast
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, 123 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario. March 28, 2012 – 7:30am – 9:30am
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Our 5th annual Learning and Leadership Corporate Breakfast
Date: Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Time: 7:30am – 9:30am
Address: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, 123 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario
Guest Speaker: LESLEY ANDREW – Beating The Odds
Message from the Co-Chairs
It is our pleasure to again act as Co-Chairs of this primary fundraiser for LDAO. Your support over the years has continued to make a huge difference to the work of LDAO across Ontario.
We are excited yet again to welcome you to the 2012 Annual LDAO Learning and Leadership Corporate Breakfast. We want to thank our major sponsors Ernst & Young, Heathbridge Capital Management and Scotiabank. A special thank you to Scotiabank who have supported both financially and with expertise from their fantastic staff team. We would also like to thank the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel for their wonderful hospitality. Finally, thank you to all of you for joining us this morning.
Our guest speaker is Lesley Andrew, who will share her personal story of beating the odds; a story that will refresh and inspire everyone. More importantly, it will remind us of the uniqueness and accomplishment that can be released in an individual with the right environment and support. All of us will be challenged to be a catalyst to this process in our own lives and the lives of others.
Today’s event could not happen without you. We know that there are many worthy causes in our community and we thank you for choosing to support LDAO.
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| Jay Mandarino | Rob Richards |
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Speaker Bio: Lesley Andrew
Lesley Andrew has spoken across North America about ‘Beating the Odds – taking the responsibility for personal change and growth, overcoming obstacles, facing fears and attaining goals.’
Ms. Andrew speaks of herself and her own experiences through a mixture of stories, poignant memories, humour, lessons to be learned and inspiration demonstrating how anyone can triumph in the face of adversary. All giving excellent proof of what a learning disabled person can accomplish, that we all have gifts, and that uniqueness is to be valued.
Topics of discussion include Multiple intelligence; The gifts of being learning disabled; Creative problem solving; Critical thinking skills; Developing organizational skills; Time management; and, Finding and being a hero.
A well-known Canadian singer and actress, Ms. Andrew has made special guest television appearances on The Tonight Show, Oprah Winfrey, To Tell the Truth, Donny & Marie, The Comedy Network, YTV, Regis & Kathy Lee and many more. A popular motivational speaker, she is engaged across Canada by Educators, Universities, Corporations, Service Clubs and Student Organizations.
Available Sponsorship Categories
Educator Sponsor – $10,000 :: BUY ONLINE
- Sponsor two tables of ten students and educators from the school of your choice
- Company logo on the student tables you are sponsoring
- Recognition of support on the large-screen video
- One designated table of ten in a prominent location
- A half-page ad in the event program
- A thank you and acknowledgement from the sponsored schools
- Recognition in 2011.2012 annual report, Communiqué newsletter and LDAO website
Table Gift Sponsor – $3,500 :: BUY ONLINE
- Sponsor a table gift for each breakfast guest with your company logo
- Company listing on the acknowledgement board
- One designated table of ten for the breakfast
- A listing in the event program
- Recognition in 2011.2012 annual report, Communiqué newsletter and LDAO website
Corporate Table Sponsor- $2,500 :: BUY ONLINE
- Company listing on the acknowledgement board
- One designated table of ten for the breakfast
- A listing in the event program
- Recognition in 2011.2012 annual report, Communiqué newsletter and LDAO website
Sponsor a School – $1,500 :: BUY ONLINE
- Sponsor a table of ten students and educators from the school of your choice
- Company listing on the acknowledgement board
- Acknowledgement from the local school and/or nonprofit organization
- A listing in the event program
- Recognition in 2011.2012 annual report, Communiqué newsletter and LDAO website
Individual Ticket – $250 :: BUY ONLINE
Non-Profit Organization Ticket – $100 :: BUY ONLINE
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