LDAPR’s Got Talent 2013

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Join us on Monday, June 3, 2013 at  Mississauga Secondary School  for our 5th Annual Talent Show featuring music, dance, spoken word and visual arts displays. Doors open at 6:45pm and show starts at 7:00pm. This event will also include a bake sale,  door prizes, a silent auction, and free give-a-ways. Examples of  Items for …

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Our Comedy Benefit Fundraiser at Yuk Yuk’s Mississauga was a great success on Thursday May 9th, 2013!!!!!

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Our Comedy Benefit Fundraiser at Yuk Yuk’s Mississauga was a great success on Thursday May 9th, 2013!!!!! The Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region was able sell 123 tickets and raise over $1,700!!! Our Participating Restaurants who Provided Coupons Swiss Chalet (Dixie & Eglinton) Golden Griddle (Matheson) Boston Pizza (Dixie & Eglinton) Our Donors who Provided Products or  Gift …

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Guest Speaker Series: “Working with the Strengths of your Child” Monday May 13, 2013

Do you have a child diagnosed with a Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder or Giftedness?? Today’s Autism spectrum disorders can reveal many strengths related to gifted or high functioning cognitive capacities despite other difficult issues. Ms. Natalie Orenchuk  has significant experience with dual-diagnosis conditions such as Aspergers,  other Autistic conditions and Gifted features. The Aspergers …

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LDAPR’s Youth Group @ Putting Edge!

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 Date: This Saturday! Time: 12:30-2:30PM Location: This weekend our Youth Group takes place at the Putting Edge located in Mississauga @ 90 Courtneypark Drive, ON Canada, L5T2Y3. Space in this event is limited so please register early by calling our office. Also, we ask that you wear comfortable clothes to this Youth Group event and …

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Employment for Persons with LDs: Tips for Success in the Workplace!

Event: LDAPR’s Adult Support Group in Brampton Date: May 6, 2013 Time: 7:00-8:30pm! Location: LDAPR – Brampton Office Topic: Employment for Persons with LDs: Tips for Success in the Workplace! From education, to friends and family, to employment and the costs of living, this group is defined by you and your concerns! Topics can also …

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University of Toronto’s Transition Day for Students with Disabilities – May 22, 2013

University of Toronto’s Transition Day for Students with Disabilities Transition Day is a day-long event on the transition to university for students with disabilities. You will hear from the Director of Accessibility Services, disability counsellors, our adaptive technologist, a registrar, faculty, and a panel of current students registered with our services. You will learn about …

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Nominated for an Award of Excellence @ PDSB: Tasha Warwick-Fletcher

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On April 23, 2013, our Positive Conflict Instructor was selected for an Award of Excellence by the Education Week Committee at the Peel District School Board.  Mrs. Warwick- Fletcher was one of 31 individuals to receive this award from the Peel District School Board in 2013. From the staff at LDAPR, we congratulate Mrs. Warwick-Fletcher …

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LDAPR’s Youth Group: Peel County Jail Tour

Peel County Jail

Date: This Saturday! Time: 1:00-3:00PM Location: This weekend our Youth Group takes place from 1-3 PM at PAMA’s Jail House in Brampton! Space in this event is limited so please register early by calling our office. Also, we ask that you wear comfortable clothes to this Youth Group event.  Please meet at the doors on Wellington St.  …

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April 22, 2013: Understanding Students Educational Needs – 3 Common Learning Styles

Join us for an in-depth discussion about your child’s learning needs and strengths.  In a brief presentation, Vincenza will highlight the 3 common styles for learning and will recommended strategies for success!  In addition, this event will be interactive and will rely upon the shared experiences of the participants involved.  A question and answer period …

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Reminder: Transition to Post-Secondary Education Workshop Tonight!!!

Don’t miss this opportunity to speak to Angela Lecompte from York University’s Counselling & Disabilities Services TONIGHT (Wednesday April 17, 2013)  about how to prepare your child for post-secondary education starting from high school. Topics covered:   How to understand assessment diagnosis,  high school accommodations, and advocating for your child  How to connect with the …

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