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Show with David Granirer | Thursday, May 26 at 8 PM
Stand Up for Mental Health!
This is going to be a heck of a fabulous show by David Granirer and our MCLD Ambassadors. Join David on his mission of changing lives one laugh at a time.
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FREE In-Person Event | Saturday, June 11 from 10 am to 4 PM
Designathon 2022
In partnership with Designathon Works, we invite your child to participate in the Global Children’s Designathon (GCD) 2022 workshop. First come, first serve! Registration closes on May 30. Limited to 20-25 children.
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Past Webinar Recordings
Recordings Of Our Past Webinars
Our goal is to share good information with the right people. To do so, we have organized many webinars since 2020. Click on the 'Past Webinars' button below to check out topics and access recordings.
Past Webinars
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Empathy. Engagement. Education.

Building a Better Future for People with Learning Disabilities in Montreal

Since 1966, the Montreal Centre for Learning Disabilities (MCLD) has been improving the lives of people who have learning disabilities.

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Services & Programs

Support And Resources That Work For You

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For Parents

Get effective strategies, skills, and tools to help you become the parent your child needs to reach their full potential.

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Positive Parenting Workshops

Joining our workshops shows you what it means to be a “success mentor” instead of “the behaviour police”. You’ll be introduced to a strengths-based approach that will help you become a calm and assertive parent, and ultimately shift your child’s understanding of who they are and the tremendous potential that they have.
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Be Your Best! Parenting Program

We will explore effective parenting strategies for issues and behaviours you may be struggling with. Learn how to be present, how to help children to feel felt, positive communication, manage meltdowns, sibling rivalry, oppositional behaviour and more!
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MCLD FREE Weekly Parent Support Group

Every Tuesday, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Led by Linda Aber online via ZOOM, unwind with us Tuesday evenings for tips on managing sibling rivalry, anxiety & anger reduction, effective communication plus more!

To register, contact Linda Aber at 514 487-3533

(for parents of youth ages 5-16)
Parenting Your Child/Teen with ADHD/LD

Learning how to effectively collaborate with your child from an early age can have a lifelong impact. The skills you learn during these workshops will show you how to collaborate with your child and guide them to both academic and life success.
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(for parents of youth ages 17 & up)
Parenting Your Young Adult with ADHD/LD

As your child nears adulthood, their needs will shift in a different direction. It’s a key stage of their lives, and having knowing how to help them can make their transition that much easier.
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(Sessions for Children/Teens & Parents)
HeartMath® Anxiety Reduction Explore:

Working together with your child, you’ll learn what it means to be In-Sync or Out-of-Sync, and how a few powerful tools can help them to manage stress and anxiety in just seconds. From techniques to handle test anxiety, to calming breathing techniques, you’ll get the guidance you need to help your child form stronger relationships and make better decisions.
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For Kids & Youth
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For kids ages 6-16
CYBER K.I.D.S. Program

Featuring a blend of themed activities, socialization, and body breaks, CYBER K.I.D.S. gives your child something to look forward to in their weekly schedule. It’s their chance to talk, play, and be active, all while learning new skills, making new friends, and building up their confidence.
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For kids ages 6-16
AQUA K.I.D.S. Program

AQUA K.I.D.S. provides a place where they can have fun, make new friends, and build self-confidence. It’s also a great way for them to improve their physical coordination and develop their fine motor skills.
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Friends & Feelings: Social Skills Program

Give your child the keys to unlock the magic of friendship! Focusing on essential relationship skills like sharing, handling emotions, and losing gracefully, it's the foundation your child needs to confidently connect with other kids.
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Turn Down the Anxiety Program

Don't let anxiety be overwhelming. We'll show you how to help your child take emotions out of the driver's seat and always be in control.
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For parents & youth ages 13-16
Teen to Teen Building Character Groups

Using techniques from Positive Parenting, Theraplay® & Social Thinking®, teens will learn how to manage their thoughts and emotions in a healthy way while developing stronger relationships with their family and friends.
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For youth ages 17 & up
Young Adult Social & Life Skills Groups

For many individuals with a learning disability, understanding how to make and keep friends can be tricky. But as with all things, practice makes perfect - that’s why our social and life skills groups are designed to provide a mixture of structured teaching time and unstructured socialization time.
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For Adults

Transitioning from school to university or the workplace is a big shift. Our programs provide adults with the skills and knowledge they need to find independence and fulfilment.

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Life Skills Program

Success is always within reach. Join us and get the tools and strategies you need to put your feelings of frustration and low self-confidence in the rearview mirror. Through our life skills coaching, you’ll learn about your strengths, improve your self-esteem, discover the latest assistive technologies, and so much more!
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Get ADD-ucated: Adult ADHD Support Group

Do you feel like your ADHD is holding you back? The Get-ADDucated Support Group can help. From emotional regulation to concentration techniques, learn how to manage your ADHD and discover the positives that come with it.
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For Educators and Professionals

Calling all educators, professionals, administrators and employers: it’s never too early or too late to bring awareness and accessibility to your school or organization. Get informed today.

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The Ambassadors Program

Feeling confused about how to make your organization more accessible for people with learning disabilities? The Ambassadors have the information you’re looking for. Hear moving stories of triumph over adversity, and get information on the latest accessibility best practices.
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Learn and Connect at Our Events

Webinars

Let loose and feel the positive vibes at our Improv for Happiness webinars! Led by improv teacher Albert Nerenberg and energy medicine teacher Sarah Knight, you’ll it’s a combined therapy and improv experience that instills you with relaxation, joy, and confidence!

Parent Conferences

Jam-packed with high-energy talks given by some of the top learning disability specialists, our annual parent conference gives you a rare chance to get guidance and answers directly from the folks writing “the book” on how to be a better parent and equip your child for success.

Workshops

Hands-on guidance is one of the best ways to learn, and you’ll get plenty of it at our workshops and webinars. With information and encouragement from expert guests, you’ll learn how the latest strategies and techniques can help you and your child reach new heights.

Guest Speaker Seminars

The MCLD has a long history of working with leading minds to find the best ways of helping people with learning disabilities, ADHD, or both. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or employer, our seminars can open your eyes to new approaches and techniques, so don’t miss out!
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Your contribution for the greater benefit of the community

MCLD is a non-profit organization that relies on membership and donation to operate. By supporting us, you are supporting an organization that has been a proud member of the community for the past 50 years.

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Become a Volunteer

Help us make Montreal a better place for people with learning disabilities and their families. Donate your time and discover the magic of giving back.





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Creating Stories of Success

Our family is grateful for all the ADHD knowledge and strategies you shared with us- they work! We adopted your approaches at home and our son is thriving.
M.H.
It broke my heart to see my daughter struggle with anxiety and making friends. Your programs are wonderful. The tools you taught us in the Social Skills and HeartMath Anxiety Reduction sessions really helped. I feel more confident as a parent. Thank you for all you do.
L.D.
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News & Events

Conferences

Chat with experts advancing learning disability research, see the latest accessibility tech, and connect with people and organizations from Montreal’s learning disability community.
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Guest Speaker Seminars

Join hundreds of teachers, special educators, employers & parents in learning from the world’s leading learning disability specialists.
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MCLD Proudly Presents: The Annual Comedy Fundraiser

Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughter with some of the city’s rising comedic talents! It’s good fun and a good time, all for a good cause.
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