About Us

The Learning Disabilities Association of York-Simcoe (LDAYS), formally known as Learning Disabilities Association of York Region (LDAYR) is a charitable non-profit organization which was established in 1976. We provide leadership in Learning Disabilities advocacy, research, education and services, and strive to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities (LD) in society.

In 1987 LDAYR had undergone a name change adding the word Adult to the name to reflect the adult and youth population with LDs. The name of the association became Ontario Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities, a turning point on the history of LDAYR for increasing the services provided to youth, adults. The Association also became affiliated with the LDAO formerly known as “Ontario Association for Children with Learning Disabilities or OACLD” and the LDAC also formerly known as the “Canadian Association for Children with Learning Disabilities or CACLD.”

In 2023 the LDAYR expanded their geographical scope of services to bring support to the families in Simcoe County and becoming the Learning Disabilities Association of York-Simcoe!

Learning Disabilities refers to a variety of disorders that affect the acquisition, retention, understanding, and organization of information. It results from impairments in psychological processes in combination with average abilities for thinking and reasoning. Learning Disabilities are specific impairments and thus are distinct from intellectual disabilities.

Learning Disabilities range in severity and interfere with the acquisition and use of one or more of the following important skills:

  • Oral language
  • Reading
  • Written language
  • Mathematics

For success, people with Learning Disabilities require specialized interventions at home, in school, in community and in workplace settings, appropriate to their individual strengths and needs.

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Our Vision

At LDAYS our vision is to assist individuals with Learning Disabilities achieve their full potential. We are determined to provide leadership in Learning Disabilities’ advocacy, research, education and services and to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities in today’s society. We assist children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD as well as their families. We achieve this by promoting positive change through:

  • Dignity & Respect

    Respect for the dignity of all individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD

  • Inclusivity, Support & Empowerment

    Belief in social justice and the value of diversity and inclusiveness

  • Public Education & Advocacy

    Advocating the importance of understanding what a Learning Disability and ADHD are and how both can impact an individual’s life

  • Innovation & Learning

    Encouraging an environment where individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD can learn and benefit from effective education and scientific-based practices

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  • Collaborative Partnerships

    Promote collaborations with special education professionals to improve the delivery of instruction and success of services.

  • Leadership

    Positioning ourselves as a leader and advocate for all individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD as well as their families across York-Simcoe.

  • Quality Programs & Services

    A dedication to associational and fiscal stability sustained by excellent customer services provided to members and the community.

  • Integrity & Accountability

    A commitment to professional excellence, integrity and accountability

  • Dignity & Respect

    Respect for the dignity of all individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD

  • Inclusivity, Support & Empowerment

    Belief in social justice and the value of diversity and inclusiveness

  • Public Education & Advocacy

    Advocating the importance of understanding what a Learning Disability and ADHD are and how both can impact an individual’s life

  • Innovation & Learning

    Encouraging an environment where individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD can learn and benefit from effective education and scientific-based practices

  • Collaborative Partnerships

    Promote collaborations with special education professionals to improve the delivery of instruction and success of services.

  • Leadership

    Positioning ourselves as a leader and advocate for all individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD as well as their families across York Region.

  • Quality Programs & Services

    A dedication to associational and fiscal stability sustained by excellent customer services provided to members and the community.

  • Integrity & Accountability

    A commitment to professional excellence, integrity and accountability

LDAYS Vision for RECONCILIATION AND EQUITY:

Communities where Indigenous sovereignty is honoured;  where people's unique identities,  experiences, and voices are valued, celebrated, and protected; and where all have the resources and social capital to ensure their wellbeing and prosperity.

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REALIZE OUR VISION

Your continued support allows us to help individuals achieve their full potential and make a real difference in the lives of those struggling with LDs.

Learning Disabilities are complicated. Helping isn't.

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