Our Mission

We champion equitable education and opportunities for all individuals with dyslexia.

As a community resource, we deliver and support research-based, leading edge programs and training for learners and educators.

Our Program Pillars

We aim to level the playing field for children and youth with dyslexia by addressing system gaps through our core program pillars.

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Early Literacy Screening
and Intervention

We help young children build strong reading foundations. Our team identifies children who may be at risk of reading challenges and provides hands-on, evidence-based support to serve families, childcare centres, preschools, and primary schools. We focus on children from pre-K to Grade 2, those important early years when children learn to read and grow a love of learning.

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Outreach Programs

We bring our programs to communities across Canada, both in person and online. Our outreach supports children and youth with dyslexia and other learning differences, like ADHD, offering individual services and family consulting. Programs are also available for post-secondary students and adults. Everyone deserves access to the tools that help them learn and thrive.

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Training Programs

Our Training Programs empower educators and other professionals to better support learners with dyslexia, throughout Canada and globally. With both virtual and in-community training, we share proven strategies and build skills that make a real difference in classrooms and communities. Custom programs are available for districts, schools, post-secondary institutions, as well as other non-profits and organizations.

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Knowledge Hub

Our Knowledge Hub connects people and ideas to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia across Canada. Through events, summits, and shared resources, we promote best practices and inspire conversations that advance education.

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”Literacy is not only a fundamental human right, it is the foundation of a just, equitable, and prosperous society.

NEIL JOHNSTON

CEO, Centre for Dyslexia

Our Story

The Centre for Dyslexia is a new centre of excellence that was launched in 2024. The initiative to establish the Centre for Dyslexia was started by Fraser Academy, a leading educational institution founded in 1982 to meet a vital need: ensuring students with dyslexia receive the support and education they deserve. Grounded in 40+ years of evidence-based practices and advancing education for people with dyslexia, the Centre builds on this legacy to expand impact and access and be a vital community hub.

Through a comprehensive approach, the Centre provides innovative programs for learners and research-based training for educators.

Since 2018-19, Fraser Academy’s outreach and training programs (which will become part of the Centre once it is fully operational) have supported more than 4,000 students, families, and educators. Its in-person and virtual training has already equipped over 1,600 educators from across Canada and more than ten other countries with the knowledge, skills and tools to better serve dyslexic learners.

The Centre for Dyslexia has acquired a permanent home at 2665 Renfrew Street in Vancouver. We are currently targeted to move in September, 2027.

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Canada’s Moment to Take Action

Children and youth with dyslexia deserve an equal opportunity to thrive in education and excel in life. As a non-profit organization, we address a vital need, empowering students and educators across British Columbia, Canada, and beyond.

Our vision is to expand our innovative programs and research-based training through Canada’s first purpose-built facility designed specifically for dyslexic learners. This groundbreaking Centre will transform education and provide lasting support for families, educators, and the broader community for generations to come.

Through a public-private partnership, the first-of-its-kind Centre will be brought to life in Vancouver, BC. This national resource will serve students, families, and educators from coast to coast to coast, advancing knowledge, strengthening teaching practices, and creating opportunity.

The Centre will be an accessible hub of innovation, collaboration, and hope, bringing together learning, research, and community in one inspiring space.

While we are in the early stages of our campaign, we have already gained meaningful engagement and support from government partners and philanthropists.

Together, we can build a future where dyslexic learners have the tools, resources and opportunities to truly thrive.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the City of Vancouver for their partnership and support.

To see how you can get involved, please contact:

Neil Johnston

CEO

njohnston@centrefordyslexia.ca

“Establishing a first-of-its-kind Centre for Dyslexia in BC is a monumental step forward for British Columbians. By working closely with community partners and experts in the field, the Centre will be a vital resource for children with dyslexia and their families.”
LINDA SIEGELPhD, Professor Emerita, Faculty of Education, University of British Columbia

“The Centre for Dyslexia is an important initiative in Vancouver, addressing a critical need for children and families in our city, and across the province.”
KEN SIMMayor, City of Vancouver

“We need hubs of expertise. We need places that are grounded in the research, connected to what’s happening in schools, and are translating knowledge into action. And that’s what excites me about the model being used by the Centre for Dyslexia.”
JOSH CLARKChair, International Dyslexia Association

Our Mission

Our Program Pillars