Speech Language Therapy
Speech-language therapy is here to help children with communication problems, including: feeding, swallowing, articulation, language, voice and stuttering. Our Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants work with children from birth right up to youth age 19 (or age 21 if still in school). Scroll down to learn more about what we do and how we can assist.
To Access Our Services
If you are concerned about your child’s speech-language development or hearing, please contact the Centre and make a referral to the Speech-Language Therapy department for an assessment. Use our online Request form to easily seek help. We encourage families to have their child’s hearing assessed prior to their speech and language assessment. If you are unsure if your child requires assistance in these areas, you may phone the Centre and speak to the Central Intake Coordinator at 705-748-2337, ext. 100.
Speech-Language Resources for Families
To find speech resources for your child, visit our Resources for Parents and Caregivers page and search by topic.
You can also click on these direct links for more information:
- Feeding Resources for Your Child
- Infant Hearing Program
- Language Resources
- Speech-Language Developmental Milestones
- Speech Resources: Articulation, Motor Speech, Phonology
- Stuttering Resources
- Voice and Vocal Hygiene Resources
Additional Links
If you are interested in private speech therapy or in having your child’s hearing assessed, you can locate a local therapist or audiologist through the following websites: