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LDS can empower children, youth, and adults with learning differences to recognize their unique strengths and develop the tools to achieve lifelong independence, confidence, and success because of our dedicated team of education professionals, parents, generous donors, board members and volunteers.
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Your support and giving allow children with LDs to build confidence, learn how to learn with their difference, and increase their chances of succeeding in school and life.
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Volunteering is about becoming involved in a meaningful way. It is about how we can do our parts to make sure all kids have equal opportunities.
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We are seeking new skills, energy and talent to continue to grow our team and deepen our impact.
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University of Waterloo Social and Intelligent Robotics Research Lab
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LDS offers resources, workshops and consultation to educators and professionals who would like to enhance their understanding of how to best serve and support diverse learners.
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2021 Annual Report
Thanks to our growing community of families, students, partners and supporters, the year 2021 was filled with new and growing programs, outstanding achievements f rom our amazing students, and a lot of wonderful learning!
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LDS Annual Report 2020
Please see our 2020 Annual Report for an overview of our specialized programs, our students’ achievements and our charity’s progress, including highlights from 2021.
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LDS Annual Report 2019
Please see our 2019 Annual Report for an overview of our specialized programs, our students’ achievements and our charity’s progress, including highlights from 2020.
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LDS 2018 Annual Report
2018 was a groundbreaking year for LDS, as we lay the framework for future growth and sustainability. We are proud to be Vancouver’s primary non-profit service provider for children with Learning Disabilities.
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Preparing for Post-Secondary: Part One
This is part one in a five-part series on preparing for post-secondary education with a learning difference. This first part gives you the tools to get started with Accessibility Services at your school.
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How does Occupational Therapy help learners?
What do Occupational Therapists do and how does this impact our learners at LDS? Learn about ways OTs help preschool and elementary students and what is involved in finding an OT for your child.
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Summer: A Critical Time for Students with Learning Differences
The summer break from learning can put students with learning challenges at a disadvantage to their peers when they return to school. Structured and intensive academic interventions can reduce the gap between typical learners and those with learning differences.
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Top 10 reasons LDS camps are the best
LDS is not like other summer camps. We design our camps for students with suspected or diagnosed learning differences and offer welcoming, dynamic learning experiences where your child can thrive.
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Understanding the BC School System
This overview of the British Columbia schooling system is a starting point for families exploring school options. Learn about Public Schools, Independent Schools and Private Schools.
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I wouldn’t be who I am today without LDS
Edward shares his story as a recent graduate of RISE TEAM. He previously received one-to-one specialized support and just completed a paid work experience to help prepare him for his future.
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Intersectional Neurodiversity Podcasts
Suggested reading or podcasts from LDS’ Becky Bishop. This post features three amazing podcasts by intersectional, neurodiverse content creators.
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Learning Disabilities and Learning Differently
What are learning disabilities, and how are they diagnosed? Learn about learning disabilities and other developmental disabilities. LDS uses a strengths-based approach so, with the proper support, individuals with learning differences can thrive.
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What are Executive Function skills and how can you improve them?
Learn more in this short article about EF skills and how LDS works with our learners and their families to support the ongoing development of EF skills.
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– LDS’s Director of Education, Dr. Jenn Fane, weighs in on a video circulating on social media of a 12-year-old Indigenous boy with autism being handcuffed and restrained by Metro Vancouver Transit Police at BC Children’s Hospital.
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– Executive Director Rachel Forbes speaks to Stephen Quinn about Early RISERs, LDS’ new early education program that uses socially assisted robotic technology to help children ages 3-5 with learning challenges…
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– The Delta Optimist interviews LDS Executive Director Rachel Forbes about Early RISErs—LDS’ newest early learners program…
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– Global News Morning interviewed Rachel Forbes, Learning Disabilities Society Executive Director, who shared details of the Early RISErs program and the importance of early intervention…
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– CKNW Radio’s Morning with Simi show, spoke with LDS Executive Director Rachel Forbes about our newest program, Early RISErs. Visit our website to learn more and apply for Early RISErs…
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– The Vancouver Sun and Post Media highlight the importance of fundraising and Giving Tuesday for organizations big and small, including LDS. “LDS Executive director Rachel Forbes says…
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– Rogers Communication showcases its Ted Rogers Community Grant recipients, one of which is LDS. This grant will allow us to offer a second cohort of RISE TEAM, our youth employment readiness program…
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– Grant Hardy from AMI Media learns about LDS Access, our mobile classroom which travels around to communities in need to provide learning support for students with learning differences…
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– LDS interviews with CBC News showcasing LDS Access, Canada’s first mobile classroom along with LDS’s integrated assistive technologies and robotics…
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