Established in 2000, the Centre of Excellence for Children and Adolescents with Special Needs is located at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Our national partners are: Memorial University in Newfoundland, Mount St. Vincent University in Nova Scotia, University of Northern British Columbia and the Government of Nunavut. The Centre also has numerous community, government and corporate partners across Canada.

 

How do we help?

We reach out to rural and northern Canada where opportunities may be limited or unavailable. We aim to make special needs programs and services more available, while respecting the richness of culture and language in these communities.

What is the current focus of our work?

• Nutrition, Health and Development
• Early Intervention
• Substance Abuse
• Learning and Communication
• Mental Health

Become part of the excellence...

Whether you are interested personally or professionally in becoming part of the excellence please contact us and get involved with the Centre of Excellence for Children & Adolescents with Special Needs.