It has numerous affiliates that are collectively committed to transforming teaching and learning through the use of computing and communication technologies. The website provides an online clinical bulletin, resources and links related to the needs of persons with developmental disabilities. The site includes many helpful links to other internet sites and provincial organizations for learning disabilities. One of the special features of this site is Project Success - Helping Young Canadians At Risk, a national LDAC pilot site tutoring program designed to help children and youth who are experiencing difficulties reading and writing within the school system.
Information is provided in English and French.
The DDC began operation in 1967. DDC provides research, training, and some clinical services to people with developmental disabilities and other disorders that affect learning and originate in the childhood. The site contains material for parents in the Family Issues Area and School and ADD Area. Material specially written for children can be found in the Kids Area. Personal Stories and information specially for women are also featured.