ABOUT US
The Learning Disabilities Associations of Mississauga and North
Peel are non-profit, charitable organizations.
We are a group of parents and professionals brought together
by our concern for children and adults with learning disabilities.
What does LDA do?
We assist people with learning disabilities and their families
in meeting their expressed needs by:
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providing support, guidance and up-to-date resource information
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providing direct programs and services in identified areas of need for persons of all ages with
learning disabilities
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providing the opportunity for the sharing of information and
common concerns
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encouraging research in the field of learning disabilities
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supporting and generating legislative initiatives.
LDA furthers the educational, social, recreational, legal, medical,
vocational and employment opportunities for people with learning disabilities in Peel Region.
LDA acquaints professionals working in the above listed fields
-- education, recreation, legislation and justice, health, vocational training and employment - with the current literature
and research in the field of learning disabilities.
LDA creates public awareness of learning disabilities by informing
the public of the issues and challenges faced by people with learning disabilities.
In addition, we maintain resource centres containing books,
literature and videos related to learning disabilities. Feel free to contact us about our library.