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Thursday, 22 October 2026
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
- Published in Articles, LD Awareness Month, Updates
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Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick 2026–2027 Scholarship
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
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
- Published in Scholarships and Bursaries, Updates
Steps 4 Learning – Results
Monday, 17 November 2025
Thank you to everyone who participated in Steps 4 Learning! Together, we covered 491.65 km and raised over $1,200 to support individuals with learning disabilities. Your support goes far beyond the event. Let’s continue to raise awareness and understanding of learning disabilities and the challenges they present for both students and adults. You can help
- Published in LD Awareness Month, Updates
Learning Disabilities Association of New Brunswick 2025–2026 Scholarship
Tuesday, 25 February 2025
Now accepting applications! 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 important role in this mission,
- Published in Scholarships and Bursaries, Updates
Learning Disabilities Defined
Monday, 08 April 2024
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
- Published in LD Resources
Summer Awareness Campaign Week Two – Dysgraphia
Friday, 13 August 2021
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 with LD. Those
- Published in LDANB-TAANB Educator Resources, Uncategorized, Updates
Summer Awareness Campaign Week Two – Dysgraphia
Thursday, 05 August 2021
Week Two – Dysgraphia Myth Busters! MYTH BUSTERS Learning disabilities are misunderstood and are often the subject of myths. These myths make it difficult for people who have a LD to get others to see their true potential beyond the learning disability. Understood, is a great resource on learning disabilities and attention issues. Understood has
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Podcast – “Overcoming Dysgraphia and Writing Challenges: A Guide for Parents and Teachers”
Tuesday, 27 July 2021
A podcast from ADHD Experts explores dysgraphia In this episode of the ADHD Experts Podcast, literacy specialist Kendra Wagner shares some great ideas on how to best support children with dysgraphia and written expression challenges. Click HERE for the full episode. ADDitude has a wide selection of podcasts and linked HERE. Other topics covered include
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Summer Awareness Campaign Week Two – Dysgraphia
Tuesday, 27 July 2021
Week Two – Dysgraphia PARENT RESOURCE The Parenting Pod is an incredible website created by a team of physicians and therapists with the shared goal of improving the wellbeing of families. The team at the Parenting Pod has developed a comprehensive “Dysgraphia Guide” in order to educate and support parents who want to learn more
- Published in LD Resources, Parents and Students, Uncategorized
Summer Awareness Campaign Week Two – Dysgraphia
Monday, 26 July 2021
Week Two – Dysgraphia 🔎 FAST FACTS 🔎 Developing a full understanding of dysgraphia is an important first step in learning how to reach your full potential while living with this learning disability. “If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way we learn.” Ignacio Estrada
- Published in LD Resources, Updates
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