LD Awareness Month 2025 – Be a Friend. Be a Partner. Be a Champion.

This October, stand with us to build inclusion and break stigma for people with learning disabilities and ADHD. Together, we can ensure every person has access to the right to learn — and the power to achieve.

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About LD Awareness Month

Learning Disabilities Awareness Month is a time to break stigma, highlight strengths, and build inclusion for people with learning disabilities (LDs) and ADHD. At least 1 in 10 Canadians has a learning disability, and ADHD often co-occurs. These are brain-based differences — not a reflection of intelligence or effort — and with the right supports, individuals can thrive in school, work, and life.

Awareness alone is not enough — together we can ensure every person has the right to learn and the power to achieve.

Key Messages & Slogans

English

  • Remove barriers and students with learning disabilities show their true abilities.
  • LDs and ADHD: Unique minds, remarkable potential.
  • Break the stigma — focus on abilities!

Français

  • Retirez les obstacles et les élèves ayant des troubles d’apprentissage démontrent leurs véritables capacités.
  • TA et TDAH : des esprits uniques, un potentiel remarquable.
  • Brisez la stigmatisation — misez sur les capacités!
  • L’inclusion fonctionne lorsque les élèves ayant des troubles d’apprentissage reçoivent le soutien dont ils ont besoin.

Stats That Matter

1 in 10

1 in 10 youth (15–24) in Canada report having a learning disability — the highest rate among any age group (Statistics Canada, 2024).

30–45%

30–45% of students with LDs also experience ADHD (Visser et al., 2020; Crisci et al., 2021).

96%

96% of Canadians with an LD also report at least one other disability (Statistics Canada, 2012).

68%

68% of youth with disabilities report mental health challenges (Statistics Canada, 2024).

How to Get Involved

  • Share campaign graphics, posts, and facts.

  • Host events or awareness activities.
  • Advocate in your community.
  • Encourage your networks to visit LDAO.ca/LDmonth

Donate / Support

Your support fuels awareness, advocacy, and resources for people with LDs and ADHD across Ontario.

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Level Friends of LDAO
Individuals who stand with us and contribute		 Partners of LDAO
Organizations and companies that invest in awareness
Bronze Under $250 $1,000 – $2,499
Silver $250 – $499 $2,500 – $4,999
Gold $500 – $999 $5,000 – $9,999
Platinum $1,000+ $10,000+

Note: Smaller businesses and community partners are welcome to contribute at a level that works for them. Their support will be recognized in a meaningful way.

Champions of LDAO

Exceptional partners who go above and beyond — through significant financial support or by amplifying the campaign with high visibility and broad reach.

Custom / Other Gift

We also welcome gifts outside these ranges. If you or your organization would like to make a unique contribution — whether financial, in-kind, or through other forms of support — we will work with you to recognize your generosity in a meaningful way.

Events & Highlights

Here’s what’s happening this October — join us in celebrating, sharing, and amplifying LD Awareness Month.

October 1

We’ll kick things off with the official launch of LD Awareness Month across Ontario and Canada.

October 5 – World Teachers’ Day

A perfect tie-in to recognize and celebrate the educators who make a difference every day — especially for students with LDs and ADHD.

October 6 – 12 – Mental Illness Awareness Week

An important reminder that many students with LDs and ADHD also experience mental health challenges — learning and well-being must go hand in hand.

October 15 – LD Awareness Day

Join our province-wide social media push to raise awareness and share stories.

October 20 – 24 – Community Focus Week

Throughout the week, we’ll highlight local voices, school activities, and events happening in our communities.

October (date TBA) 

Launch of “Diagnosed through Bias: Unpacking the Intersection of Race, Disability, and Inclusion in Special Education in Ontario” by Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad and Dr. Steve Sider (Wilfrid Laurier University). Released through LD@school, the review comes with a companion guide to support educators and leaders.

October 31 – Closing Message

We’ll wrap up the month with a message of thanks — and a call to keep the momentum going year-round as friends, partners, and champions.

Stay Connected

  • Learn more at LDAO.ca
  • Explore resources at LDatschool.ca and TA@lecole.ca
  • Hashtags: #LDmonth #SensibilisationTA
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