2023 Update on how we build fairness and equity into our fee structure
Our goal is for our fees to be fair, equitable, consistent and accessible; this post helps to explain how we achieve that.
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Find out about the latest news, read recent articles, stories and research, and discover new resources for supporting learners.
What’s new in 2023-24
Read about what’s new for LDS families and students in 2023-2024. We are excited to share with you information about a new platform, fees and income scale.
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Preparing for Post-Secondary: Part Two
This is part two in a five-part series on preparing for post-secondary education with a learning difference. This second part gives you tools and tips to register for your courses.
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LDS and Genevant Partnership
Genevant is excited to partner with LDS, a local charity that provides specialized learning support for children, youth and adults with learning differences.
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New Confidence and Success
Learn about Sam, a recent UBC graduate who struggled with written output and perfectionism. A student of RISE Now, Sam is improving his confidence, communication, writing and ability to manage his perfectionist tendencies.
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Press Release: LDS Announces Free Mental Health and Learning Differences Forum
LDS announces a free mental health and learning differences forum. This interactive forum features experts, advocates and individuals with lived experience.
Learn MorePreparing 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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Minecraft Education
Learn about a suggested resource from LDS’ Becky Bishop. This post features a recommendation to use Minecraft Education.
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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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How sign language can help with ADHD and learning
ADHD is among the most common neurodevelopmental differences in Canada. Learn about how sign language can be a tool to help ADHD learners visualize and process language.
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