Name: Council for Exceptional Children Ontario Conference
Start: 2026-12-04T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-12-05T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

About Dyslexia
Dyslexia Basics

What is dyslexia?

Signs & symptoms

Myths & misconceptions
Assessment

Universal screening

Diagnosis

Assessment for adults
Understanding Reading

Reading development

Effective reading instruction

Common misunderstandings
Support
Dyslexia Compass

Support for families
Intervention

Effective intervention

Understanding needs

Planning for success

Measuring impact

Hiring a tutor

Accommodation

What are accommodations?

Accommodations vs. modifications

School accommodations

Post secondary accommodations

Accommodations at work

Advocacy

Working with your school

Escalating concerns

Teaching self advocacy

French Immersion

Mental Health

Talking to your child

Building on strengths

Success stories
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Could it be Dyslexia?

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Upcoming Events

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Understanding Dyslexia – Edmonton

October 7 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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Understanding Dyslexia – Red Deer

October 8 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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Dyslexia Awareness Day Lightings

October 8 @ 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM

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About Us
Our mission

Dyslexia Canada is a national charity committed to ensuring that every child in Canada with dyslexia gets a fair and equitable education.
Dyslexia Canada was formed in 2016 as a way to ensure that there was a national voice and forum to advocate for all Canadian children with dyslexia. By partnering with professional organizations, experts and advocates, Dyslexia Canada strives to drive systemic change by engaging and educating the public and establishing legislation specific to recognizing and supporting dyslexia.
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Mission & values

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Dyslexia Canada is pleased to offer a range of free printed materials and digital downloads to help build awareness about dyslexia.
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PEITF Annual Convention

Nov 5

PEITF Annual Convention

November 5 @ 8:00 AM - November 6 @ 5:00 PM AST
Council for Exceptional Children Ontario Conference

Dec 4

Council for Exceptional Children Ontario Conference

December 4 - December 5

Dyslexia Basics

Assessment

Understanding Reading

Intervention

Accommodation

Advocacy

Mental Health

Provincial & Territorial Progress

Understanding Dyslexia – Edmonton

Understanding Dyslexia – Red Deer

Dyslexia Awareness Day Lightings

Get Involved

Our mission

Who we are

Free handouts & resources

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