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- 20/08/2026in Articles, LD Resources, Parents and Students, Updates
How School Psychologists Help Students Overcome Math Challenges
When math is a struggle, early support matters. This article explores how school psychologists help students overcome math challenges—from identifying underlying learning difficulties to recommending targeted supports. However, access to school-based psychologists remains limited across New Brunswick. This shortage makes immediate action essential:... - 08/04/2024in LD Resources
Learning Disabilities Defined
What is a learning disability (LD)? Learning Disabilities (LDs) are very common and affect 5 to 10 percent of Canadians. LDs are brain-based problems that affect one or more ways that a person takes in, stores or uses information. LDs can interfere with learning basic skills such as reading, writing, and math. They can also... - 29/11/2023in Articles, LD Resources, Updates
Uniting for Inclusivity: LDANB’s Role in ReThink Ability’s Disability Awareness Training
At the Learning Disability Association of New Brunswick (LDANB), we recognize that knowledge is key to empowerment and inclusivity. That’s why we’re excited to be part of a dynamic initiative that brings comprehensive disability awareness training closer to our community. ReThink Ability Disability Awareness Training is enriched with th... - 14/08/2021in LD Resources, Uncategorized, Updates
Summer Awareness Campaign Week Three – Dyscalculia
Fast Facts on Dyscalculia Developing a full understanding of dyscalculia is an important first step in learning how to reach your full potential while living with this learning disability. Every child has a different learning style and pace. Each child is unique, not only capable of learning but also capable of succeeding. Robert John Meehan...
- Learning Disabilities K-12: Building Strength and Independence a New Brunswick Framework
- Moving Forward: From Policy to Practice: Implementing and Supporting Policy 322, Inclusive Education
- New Brunswick Human Rights Commission: Guideline on Accommodating Students with a Disability(K-12)
- Beginnings and Beyond: The Caregiver and Kindergarten Readiness
- Assessment of Readiness Skills During Early Childhood
- Screening Tool—Behavioral Characteristics of Students At Risk of Learning Disabilities
- Early Childhood Development
- Healthy Environment for Kids
- 20/08/2026in Articles, Parents and Students, Updates
Why Teaching Cursive Handwriting Still Matters for Young Learners
Learning to write in cursive does far more than polish penmanship, it strengthens early literacy, fine motor control, and memory retention. This article from The Conversation explores how young children develop the motor skills and spatial awareness needed for fluid script, highlighting why explicit cursive instruction supports reading comprehensio... - 20/08/2026in Articles, LD Resources, Parents and Students, Updates
How School Psychologists Help Students Overcome Math Challenges
When math is a struggle, early support matters. This article explores how school psychologists help students overcome math challenges—from identifying underlying learning difficulties to recommending targeted supports. However, access to school-based psychologists remains limited across New Brunswick. This shortage makes immediate action essential:...
- 15/01/2015in Barton Tutoring Program, Parents and Students, Updates
Barton Tutoring Program
Barton Reading and Spelling System LDANB-TAANB is continuing to offer the Barton Tutoring Program in the greater Fredericton region and as well as online for students outside of Fredericton (started summer 2020). The Barton Reading and Spelling System aims to improve the reading, writing and spelling skills of school-aged children and adults alike ... - 22/10/2026in Articles, LD Awareness Month, Updates
LDANB Featured in SaltWire: Understanding Dyslexia and the Importance of Early Support
In a recent SaltWire article, LDANB-TAANB Executive Director Ainsley Congdon shares insights into the challenges faced by individuals with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. The article explores the experiences of Cassidy McKellop, who received her dyslexia diagnosis at age 18 after years of struggling in school. Ainsley highlights the impor... - 16/09/2026in LD Awareness Month, Sponsorship Partners, Updates
Step Up for Learning!
People with learning disabilities (LDs) thrive when they have access to the right intervention, supports, technology, and resources. Students and adults with LDs have the ability to lead meaningful and successful lives and with the right tools, understanding, and opportunities, they can reach their goals. Steps 4 Learning is LDANB-TAANB’s virtual w...
LDANB-TAANB Teacher Series
- 17/11/2025in LDANB-TAANB Educator Resources, Updates
Winners Announced!
Tickets awarded to 5 parents and educators from New Brunswick If you are interested in attending the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada’s 4th virtual conference on Saturday, November 22nd, tickets can still be purchased through the LDAC website.... - 13/08/2021in LDANB-TAANB Educator Resources, Uncategorized, Updates
Summer Awareness Campaign Week Two – Dysgraphia
Dysgraphia Week Two – Teacher Resources This insightful article written by Dr. Cherkes-Julkowski provides an excellent explanation of how writing expectations will change as students advance from elementary school to high school. There are also tips on how to support your students at each grade level. Writing can be challenging for children w... - 08/07/2021in LD Resources, LDANB-TAANB Educator Resources, Uncategorized
Summer Awareness Campaign Week One – Dyslexia
Teacher Resource Dyslexia is the most common learning disability and makes up about 80% of all learning disability diagnoses. The International Dyslexia Association estimates that about 15%-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability. The International Dyslexia Association has created an incredible handbook for teachers that is d...
- AvenueNB - AvenueNB Cooperative is a new innovative non-profit organization incorporated in April 2022. Our role is to manage the delivery of employment services for persons with a disability in New Brunswick through third-party specialized organizations. Receiving long-term funding from the Government of New Brunswick through the Canada - New Brunswick Workforce Development Agreement, AvenueNB oversees the contract management of its Member Agencies.
- Guideline on Accommodating Physical and Mental Disabilities at Work (2017)
Adults and LDs
- 13/01/2025in Adults and LDs, Updates
LDANB Participates in International Day for Persons with Disabilities at CFSME
On December 3rd, 2024, the Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick (LDANB) proudly participated in the International Day for Persons with Disabilities event hosted at the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering (CFSME). Our Executive Director, Ainsley Congdon, delivered an insightful presentation on learning disabilities to the in... - 08/12/2023in Adults and LDs, Updates
Canada Disability Benefit Regulations
“The Government of Canada is consulting Canadians on the new Canada Disability Benefit. You are invited to share your thoughts on benefit details, such as eligibility and benefit amount, which will help inform the development of the regulations for the Canada Disability Benefit. What is the Canada Disability Benefit? The Canada Disabilit... - 26/07/2021in Adults and LDs, LD Podcasts, Uncategorized
Podcast – “Truth About Dyslexia: Help for Adults”
Stephen Martin hosts this podcast about his experience as an adult with dyslexia “Looking to learn more about Adult Dyslexia? This podcast is for adults, by an adult. What we are seeing is that so many adults are being diagnosed with dyslexia at a late age (it’s quite bloody scary!). We had a 66 year...
- 11/08/2021in Barton Tutoring Program, Uncategorized, Updates
Barton Tutor Profile – Series
Help us celebrate our hard working Barton Tutors! The next tutor profile is Virginia Little! Virginia is another one of our long term tutors, coming to us after her retirement as both a classroom teacher and school principal. Read on for some words from Virginia and her student’s parents! Having been a tutor for LDANB... - 04/08/2021in Barton Tutoring Program, Uncategorized, Updates
Barton Tutor Profile – Series
Help us celebrate our hard working Barton Tutors! Rob Lynn has been involved with the Barton Tutoring Program since the summer of 2017 when he began working with LDANB as a SEED student. It has been great watching Rob evolve as tutor and we are so excited that he has decided to pursue education! Rob... - 13/07/2021in Barton Tutoring Program, Uncategorized, Updates
Barton Tutor Profile – Series
Help us celebrate our hard working Barton Tutors! The second tutor profile to be featured on our website is Emily Lewis! Emily has been a tutor with the Barton Tutoring Program since the fall of 2016 (longest serving tutor!). When the Barton Tutoring Program expanded into Moncton, Emily acted as the tutor coordinator for the... - 08/07/2021in Barton Tutoring Program, Uncategorized, Updates
Barton Tutor Profile – Series
Help us celebrate our hard working Barton Tutors! The first tutor profile to be featured on our website is Breanne Gallagher! Breanne is our lovely Tutor Coordinator and has worked incredibly hard to help build our Barton Program up to where it is today. She began working with LDANB-TAANB as a tutor in January of...
Inventory of Services for New Brunswickers with Learning Disabilities
- 10/02/2026in Scholarships and Bursaries, Updates
Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick 2026–2027 Scholarship
Deadline to apply – Friday, May 15, 2026 The Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick (LDANB) is a charitable organization founded in 1970. Our mission is to promote the understanding and acceptance of the ability of persons with learning disabilities to lead meaningful and successful lives. LDANB recognizes that access to higher ed... - 14/08/2025in Scholarships and Bursaries, Updates
LDANB-TAANB Announces Scholarship Winner
LDANB is pleased to announce that Myles Duncan of Hampton is the 2025 LDANB’s Scholarship recipient. We wish Myles the best of luck at NBCC in September! — Le TAANB est heureux d’annoncer que Myles Duncan, de Hampton, est le lauréat de la bourse 2025 du TAANB. Nous souhaitons bonne chance à Myles au NBCC...
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- Learning Disabilities K-12: Building Strength and Independence a New Brunswick Framework (2023)
- FROM POLICY TO PRACTICE: IMPLEMENTING AND SUPPORTING POLICY 322, INCLUSIVE EDUCATION (2021)
- A User’s Guide for the Appeal Process as Provided for in the New Brunswick Education Act
- Resource for the Identification and Teaching of Students with Specific Learning Disability - Elementary/Middle Level (1999)
- 17/08/2026in Articles, LD Podcasts, Updates
“A plan is not the intervention”
New Brunswick’s literacy results have rightly drawn attention, but what do those measures tell us and what might they leave out? In a recent opinion piece, Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick President Andrea Garner examines the connection between New Brunswick literacy and learning disabilities, particularly as the province prepares... - 13/04/2026in LD Podcasts, Updates
Podcast: Chalk and Talk with Anna Stokke
“Everyone wants to see children and young adults succeed in math, but it can be difficult to sort myths from facts in education. Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for conversations with leading educators and researchers about the importance of math, effective teaching methods, and debunking common myths about math and teaching. Chalk & Ta...
NEWSLETTER
VIEW ALL -- 17/06/2026in LDANB-TAANB Newsletter, Updates
Join Our Board! | Joignez-vous à notre conseil!
Are you ready to lead, advocate, and make a meaningful impact? The Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick (LDANB-TAANB) is looking for new members to join a different kind of board. If you are passionate about supporting individuals with learning disabilities and want to help shape our future, we want to hear from you! Information... - 02/12/2025in LDANB-TAANB Newsletter, Updates
LDANB-TAANB Impact Report for 2024-2025
We are excited to share the LDANB-TAANB Impact Report for 2024-2025, showing the important work we’ve done this past year to help people with learning disabilities in New Brunswick. We saw a great increase in students joining our vital tutoring programs, which we offer in both English and French. LDANB-TAANB continues to hire excellent tutors... - 02/10/2025in LDANB-TAANB Newsletter, Updates
Steps 4 Learning
Having a learning disability is a marathon, not a sprint. Avoir un trouble d’apprentissage est un marathon, pas un sprint. This October, move for a cause that matters! Join LDANB’s Steps 4 Learning, a virtual run, walk, roll (and everything in between!) to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support New Brunswickers with learning disabilities. Toge...