06/11/2026
Although I wasn't able to attend in person due to vertigo, I was truly honoured to serve as a keynote speaker for the 30th Anniversary Celebration of CDAAC- Communicative Disorders Assistant Association Of Canada at Georgian College in Barrie.
Being a Communicative Disorders Assistant has been much more than a career for me. It has been a passion and a privilege for the past 26 years. Throughout my journey, I have had the opportunity to support countless children and families, mentor fellow clinicians, and advocate for our profession. It is a role that continues to inspire me every day.
I am incredibly grateful for CDAAC for including me in this special celebration and for accommodating my circumstances by allowing me to present virtually. Thank you as well for the thoughtful gifts that arrived in the mail today. Your kindness and generosity meant so much to me.
To everyone who reached out following my presentation with comments, feedback, and words of encouragement. THANK YOU! Knowing that my message resonated with fellow CDAs was truly rewarding.
A special thank you to the amazing North Bay CDAs (Pauline, Jen, Deanna, Nicole, Shelley) who made the trip to Barrie and were there to cheer me on screen during the virtual presentation. Your support, friendship, and dedication to our profession mean more than you know.
Congratulations to Communicative Disorders Assistants Association of Canada on 30 years of leadership, advocacy, and support for Communicative Disorders Assistants across Ontario. I am proud to be part of this profession and excited to see what the future holds for the next generation of CDAs.
Thank you :-)