Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton

07/20/2026

The first cohort of PFP was a success and cohort two has begun! We still have spaces in August for students with an LD/ADHD in Grades 7-12 looking to get workplace-ready this summer. Reach out to our coordinator Lindsay at 613 621 3046 if you have questions about our interactive morning program. https://www.ldaottawa.com/project-first-paycheque/

07/02/2026

Know a student with an LD/ADHD in Grades 7-12 looking to get workplace-ready this summer? Some spots are still available in LDAO-C's Project First Paycheque interactive morning program! There may be limited subsidies available for OCDSB students too - reach out to our coordinator Lindsay at 613 621 3046 if you have questions! https://www.ldaottawa.com/project-first-paycheque/

06/24/2026

With school finishing up, get your student the support they need to keep growing and learning over the summer! Our 1:1 individualized tutoring is the perfect way to squeeze in some learning without overwhelming your student and ensure they keep improving over this break.

New spots are open! Check out our website (www.ldaottawa.com) for more information or email [email protected] with questions!

06/12/2026

☀️ Summer plans still up in the air? We have exciting news! ☀️

We are thrilled to officially launch registration for Project First Paycheque at our LDAO-C Learning Centre!

Designed as a half-day morning program (9:00 am – 12:30 pm), this program is all about giving teens in grades 7-12 the tools, confidence, and skills they need to step into the working world.

Why families love our structure:
🧩 Two unique, self-contained 1-week modules: You have total flexibility! Register for both weeks back-to-back, or split them up across July and August to best fit your summer family plans.
📍 Convenient Location: Hosted at Emerald Plaza—featuring free parking and easy access to public transit routes.

Spaces for our summer modules are limited to ensure personalized attention for every participant.

👇 Ready to secure your spot?
Click the link below to check out our website, view the schedule, and register today!
https://www.ldaottawa.com/project-first-paycheque/

06/10/2026

🎓Applications for the Roy Cooper Memorial Scholarship are now open!🎓

If you or someone you know is:
- a grade 12 student
- documented to have a primary diagnosis of a Learning Disability
AND
- they are entering post secondary education in the fall of 2026 for a Bachelors of Engineering or Science (in a physical science discipline)

Then they are eligible to apply for the Roy Cooper Memorial Scholarship for a chance to be awarded $1000.

For more information check out our website:

03/14/2026