Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada

CADDAC is a national charity providing leadership in awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD across Canada. CADDAC is committed to increasing the understanding of ADHD. Through generous donations, CADDAC's programs support parents and individuals affected by ADHD. Key programs and initiatives include CADDAC's Executive Functioning program, group coaching programs, resource navigator program, educational events, awareness initiatives and advocacy initiatives.

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Adult ADHD Coaching Programs Spring 2023

Are you an adult who struggles with ADHD? Do you feel overwhelmed by everything on your to-do list? Are you ready to learn new skills and create positive change in your life? This program is for you if you are tired of feeling stuck and want to start to move beyond your ADHD struggles. In this 6-week group coaching program, participants will be introduced to foundational topics for living well with ADHD.

Join our Advisory Committee

The Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada is looking for individuals who have lived experience with ADHD and Substance Use Disorder to join our ADHD Advisory Committee. If you are interested in participating, click here to learn more and complete our application form, and someone from CADDAC will contact you within 2-4 business days.

Action Plan: Creating Equitable Access to ADHD Care in Canada

Action from the Federal Government is needed now to support individuals with ADHD. CADDRA, CADDAC and CanREACHhave come together and is calling on the Government of Canada to create an expert advisory group as part of the National Mental Health Standards. Read more about our Action Plan here.

Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend

Join the ADHD community and participate in the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend on May 27th and 28th in downtown Ottawa, or virtually! Take part in the Kids Marathon, 2k, 5k, 10k, Half marathon, or full marathon. Help spread awareness and raise funds for the Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada. Click here to learn more and register.

Adult ADHD Support Groups

Join one of CADDAC's ADHD Support Groups to help you navigate through life’s twists and turns. Sessions will allow you to share your story or strategies with others who understand what it means to be an adult with ADHD.

Parent Support Group: Central Canada

Join CADDAC’s Parent Support Group, led by CADDAC-trained facilitators, who are all parents and caregivers of children with ADHD. Open to any parents/caregivers of children with ADHD in Canada. Click here to register!

Right to ADHD Treatment: Letter Writing Campaigns

Access both CADDAC's federal and provincial letter writing campaigns expressing your interest in the right to ADHD treatment.

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