KEYNOTE SPEAKER Dr. Sharon Burey, BSc, MD, FRCPC, MPLc, mMBA Immediate Past President Pediatricians Alliance of Ontario (PAO) – Ontario AAP Chapter Consultant Behavioural Paediatrician LEARNING OBJECTIVES learn about reading difficulties in school-age children; learn about the findings of the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Right to Read public inquiry; learn about literacy interventions and supports for school-age children available in the Windsor-Essex community (and how to access them); learn through your and/or others’ questions during Q&A sessions with our panel…

Who should attend:  Parents/caregivers of children with learning disabilities and/or ADHD seeking tools & strategies to support increased learning at school and at home. Keynote Speaker: Ann Douglas Ann Douglas sparks conversations that matter about parenting and mental health. She is the weekend parenting columnist for CBC Radio and bestselling parenting author. Her most recent books are Happy Parents, Happy Kids, Parenting Through the Storm, The Mother of All. Her new book Navigating the Messy Middle: A Fiercely Honest and…

This workshop provides participants with an understanding of the nature of executive functioning (higher order thinking skills including planning, organization, and flexibility) for children with LDs in this area. Practical strategies to support the development of executive functioning skills and self-regulation will be shared. Register online here Cost: $15 per person paid by the Wednesday prior to the workshop date. Fees are payable online via Eventbrite. Note: fees may be waived or reduced based on financial needand at our discretion,…

LDAHH is excited to announce our upcoming FREE in-person workshop! Dean Bragonier and son Bodhi Bragonier speak largely about a message of encouragement and understanding of the dyslexic journey (both hardships and transcendence).

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. Register online here Cost: $15 per person paid by the Wednesday prior to the workshop date. Fees are payable online via Eventbrite. Note: fees may be waived or reduced based on financial…

Learn about age-appropriate “teachable moments” for kids of all ages – from as young as 5 to young adults. Facilitated by Christine MacDonald, CPA, CA Learn about age-appropriate “teachable moments” for kids of all ages – from as young as 5 to young adults. Ensure your child’s future financial independence with our tips and best practices. Topics to be covered include: Why teaching kids about money is important Goals and challenges of raising money-smart kids Evolution of financial decisions throughout…

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). Register online here Cost: $15 per person paid by the Wednesday prior to the workshop date. Fees are payable online via Eventbrite. Note: fees may be waived or reduced based on financial needand at our…

The theme of the 2022 conference is Well-being, Equity and Success for All; presentations will focus on evidence-based practices, instructional strategies, and technology to equitably support the well-being, learning and achievement of all students with special education needs. The conference program features more than 70 lecture and poster presentations in numerous topical areas, including: accessibility; diversity, equity, and inclusion; paraprofessionals; mental health and well-being for students and educators; at-risk children & youth; autism; assistive and adaptive technology; transitions; managing challenging…