Who We Are

About

The Canadian Faces of Learning Disabilities (CFOLD) project is a national research initiative done in partnership with researchers across Canada and volunteers within the LDAC association. Our goal is to examine the lived experiences of individuals in Canada who have a learning disability (LD).

What is CFOLD?

The Canadian Faces of Learning Disabilities (CFOLD) project is a national research initiative done in partnership with researchers across Canada and volunteers within the LDAC association.

Have your say Participate in the CFOLD Survey

We are excited to share that we are collecting data for our first across Canada survey.

Meet The Team

Lead Researchers

Headed by Dr. Lauren D. Goegan (University of Manitoba) and Dr. Gabrielle Young (Memorial University of Newfoundland), they lead a dedicated team passionate about supporting individuals with learning disabilities across Canada. We are so grateful for everyone who is able to give their time to support this important project. If you would like to get involved, please visit our contact page.

What Are Learning Disabilities?

Learning Disabilities (LDs) are specific neurological disorders that affect the way a person stores, understands, retrieves and/or communicates information.

LDs are invisible and lifelong.

LDs can occur with other disorders and may run in families.

LDs are NOT the same as intellectual disability, autism, deafness, blindness, behavioral disorders or laziness.

LDs are not the result of economic disadvantage, environmental factors or cultural differences.

Living with a learning disability can have an ongoing impact on friendships, school, work, self-esteem and daily life.

People with LDs can succeed when solid coping skills and strategies are developed.