We are pleased to announce that we are now accepting abstract submissions for the Canada FASD Conference! The conference is October 21-23, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. We are accepting submissions for both Research/Policy/Practice and Personal Experience.   

Abstract submission 

FASD touches many lives. To be successful in breaking down barriers, erasing stigma, and improving wellness, we need all people and perspectives working together. The goal of our conference is to ensure all voices connected to FASD have the opportunity to be heard. 

We are accepting Academic abstracts and Personal Experience abstracts. Individuals and teams are encouraged to submit abstracts that stimulate ideas and discussion, promote learning of knowledge and skills, and energize attendees to participate in debate and critical reflection. 

Types of abstracts 

For Academic submissions, we are accepting abstracts for oral presentation, interactive learning workshops, and posters. Work submitted for presentation should not have been reported previously in a publication, either as an article or as an abstract. Presenters will need to clearly establish the applicable use of their work for the audience. 

For Personal Experience abstracts we are inviting mothers, individuals with FASD and their families/caregivers to share their stories. We encourage different types of submissions, including posters, artwork, storytelling, or oral presentations. 

Canada FASD Conference themes 

The conference theme is Shaping the Future of FASD: From Evidence to Action. We have chosen to focus on the future because we believe in the power of hope and the potential for meaningful change. Our aim is to foster a future-oriented and action-driven dialogue that resonates with everyone attending.  

Abstracts are welcome in all areas of FASD and FASD Prevention.  The conference will focus on presentations in the following areas: 

• Current trends and new issues   
• Wellness including resiliency, physical health, healthy approaches  
• Mental health and comorbidities   
• Therapeutic approaches   
• Truth and reconciliation and Indigenous approaches   
• At-risk or priority populations (e.g., youth, incarcerated persons, older adults, people who are homeless, new Canadians, LGBTQ2+, etc.)  
• Stigma and discrimination  
• Innovative and novel approaches to delivering care/supports/services   
• The continuum of care: promoting health and services across the lifespan  
• Building capacity   
• Prevention   
• Women’s health  
• Alcohol policy   
• Basic science and biomarkers research 
• Personal experience 

How to submit an abstract 

You can submit an abstract on the conference website for both Personal Experience abstracts and Academic abstracts. The application deadline is Monday, March 31, 2025 at 23:59 EDT.