Canada FASD Conference

About

The first ever Canada FASD Conference is happening in November 2023! Join us in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for three days of presentations and events to learn how we can transform evidence into action in the field of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).

This conference will bring together approximately 500 researchers, caregivers, individuals with FASD, policymakers, and professionals to share what they know about FASD. Canadian and international attendees are welcome!

The event is now sold out! Sign up for the waiting list and you’ll be notified if additional tickets become available!

Theme

This year’s theme is Connect, Inspire, Innovate: From Evidence to Action. 

Le thème cette année est Rassembler, Inspirer, Innover: Évidences et Initiatives. 

Location & Accommodation

Did you know we have rates at several local hotels? Check out all of the conference rates here. The Canada FASD Conference is being held at TCU Place in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Click here for location details.

Registration

The conference is now sold out! Sign up for waiting list to be notified if additional tickets become available!

Early-bird price is $450 (plus eventbrite fee & GST) until June 30, after which the general registration will apply. There are three tiers of registration:

  • General registration: $500.00
  • Member Registration (available for active CanFASD Individual Members): $450.00
  • Student Registration: $450.00

Prices do not include taxes and fees. Members will receive a discount code in their inbox to use during registration.

Limited travel awards are available to support individuals with FASD, lived experience with FASD, and caregivers attending the Canada FASD Conference. Learn more and apply.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We are accepting conference sponsors. This is an unparalleled opportunity to reach a community of people invested in addressing FASD and supporting those with this disability. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities, including exhibitor spaces.

Learn More

More details are coming soon! Click on the button below to be notified about conference updates and announcements. Download our social media package to help us spread the word!

Call for Abstracts

The call for abstract submissions is now closed. Successful applicants will be notified if their abstract has been accepted in the coming weeks.

Travel Awards and Subsidies

Individual Travel Awards
Limited travel awards are available to support individuals with FASD, lived experience with FASD, and caregivers attending the Canada FASD Conference. Awards will be given out on a first come, first served basis. The deadline to apply is June 30, 2023.

Student Travel Awards
Students enrolled in a post-secondary institution or employed as a post-doctoral fellow can apply for travel. To be eligible for this award, students must be registered for the conference and their abstract must be accepted. Limited funding is available. Awards are open for both Canadian and International students. The deadline to apply is September 1, 2023. 

Partners

This conference is being held in partnership with the following:

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