Written by Georgia Languay-Smith, CDA With contributions from Janelle Vedder, SLP Traditionally, April has been known as Autism Awareness Month. Here at Lear Communication, we and many others are shifting our lens to make a shift from awareness towards acceptance....
By: Amber Syme, CDA March 21, 2026 Every year on March 21st (3/21), we recognize World Down Syndrome Day. This date was chosen to represent the third copy of chromosome 21, which is characteristic of Down syndrome. It is a day rooted in awareness, advocacy, and...
Reminders April 3: Good Friday – CLOSED April 6: Easter Monday – OPEN March Days St. Patrick’s Day March 17, 2026 From coast to coast, Canadians celebrate March 17th with parades, Irish music, Irish dancing, lots of green and community spirit....
Exciting news! We have a highly skilled Speech-Language Pathologist/Clinical Manager who is now located in the Peterborough/Cobourg/Port Hope area and has availability for new referrals. She can offer in-person services and/or virtual. This SLP has been working with...
Have you ever heard of an oral mechanism exam? If you are getting a speech assessment, this may be one of the steps! 👄 Oral mech exams allow speech-language pathologists to see how your articulators move independently of and during speech. Some of the...
It’s time for some Toddler Talk Tips! Today we’re talking about getting face to face! 🗣 When communicating with your child, getting face to face can encourage them to take the lead, and allows them to see your facial expressions and mouth while you’re...
