Nick Hender, an ardent advocate for Learning Disabilities and a former employee of LDANL, passed away on September 30, 2025. LDANL is deeply grateful for Nick’s selfless support over the years; his passing is a profound loss to our organization and to the broader LD community in Newfoundland and Labrador. Nick’s passion and dedication to the cause of Learning Disabilities and ADHD were unwavering and exemplary. His advocacy, guided by his powerful lived experience, inspired many lives. His celebrated life and memories will continue to inspire and fuel LDANL’s mission. The organization will always cherish the lessons learned from his empowering and compassionate parenting. LDANL staff members and the board extend heartfelt condolences to Nick’s family and stand with them during this most difficult time.
Nick will always remain an inspirational role model for people with learning barriers and the parents of kids with learning barriers.
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Local Hero Michael Neary
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Michael Neary started his exciting journey with us in Grade 2. He worked hard to overcome the challenges his Learning Disabilities presented and learned to use his accommodations to successfully graduate Grade 12 in 2019. Michael found his passion on the tracks as an award-winning race car driver. He conquered school, the race tracks, and now even the sky! Michael is now a pilot-in-training at the flight school in Gander, NL.
Michael has been a speaker and role model for LDANL and his inspiring story was captured by CBC in the video below. Michael didn’t let his Learning Disabilities define or confine him, and neither should you!
View Michael’s success story here
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