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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 importance of early identification, explicit literacy
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 walk/run/roll fundraiser, bringing people
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 comprehension and cognitive growth. Discover evidence-based strategies
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: students need targeted instruction and intervention the moment difficulties surface, rather than
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 to review Policy 322 on
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
“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 & Talk is
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 education plays an