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.
Where are the LDA Chapters in Peel Region & who do they serve?
LDA
Mississauga (LDAM) is located at 165 Dundas St. West, Suite 400 in Mississauga, Ontario.
LDAM
serves the residents of Mississauga.
LDA North Peel (LDANP) is located at 104-150 Central Park Drive in Brampton, Ontario.
LDANP serves the residents of Brampton & Caledon.
Live outside of our area?
Please visit LDA Ontario to find your local chapter.
About Your Local LDA Chapters in the Region of Peel
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.
Our
efforts are directed toward these basic goals:
- Assists people with learning disabilities
and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information
- Provide an interactive environment,
offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups
- Provide public awareness of learning disabilities
- Supports LDAO in pursuing
legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum
- Support LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate
new policies for those with learning disabilities
OUR
MISSION STATEMENT
LDA's 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 todays society.
We value promoting
positive change through:
We achieve our mission by offering direct programs, services and supports to
persons with learning disabilities, their families and professionals they may encounter.
Who supports LDA?
LDA is funded through donations from individuals,
foundations and corporations. We are especially grateful for the continued support from the Region of Peel and United Way.
All donations are gratefully accepted and a receipt will be issued for all donations $10
and greater.
Click here for more information on becoming a donor.
How do I join?
Each LDA chapter is also supported by its
hundreds of members across Peel Region . We encourage all those who are interested in learning disabilities to join.
Membership advantages include:
- subscription to
our local newsletter, Learning Connections, our
e-zine, Newsline, LDA Ontario’s newsletter, Communiqué, and National,
the LDAC magazine
- affiliation with
local, provincial and national levels
- free information
on learning disabilities
- access to your local
chapters & the provincial lending library
- advance notification
of LDA Programs, Conferences & Events
- user name and password
for access to the LDA Ontario Access site (members only website)
Click here to become a member of one of your local chapters
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