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Make FASD Matter: Getting Ready for the 2025 Federal Election

canfasdblogMarch 26, 2025NewsLeave a Comment

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This is your chance to make FASD a political priority – here’s how you can get involved.

Support for Bill S-253: FASD from a Prevention Lens

canfasdblogFebruary 12, 2025NewsLeave a Comment

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This brief addresses how the framework proposed in the bill could advance FASD prevention in Canada and highlights how important it is to see FASD prevention as a women’s health and social justice issue.

Spotlight on a member jurisdiction: Manitoba’s FASD Strategy

canfasdblogNovember 6, 2024NewsLeave a Comment

We are thrilled to share that the Manitoba government has launched its renewed five-year FASD Strategy.

Statement on the passing of Dr. Ted Rosales

canfasdblogMay 24, 2024NewsLeave a Comment

We were greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Ted Rosales, MD, FRCPC, O.N.L. who died in St. John’s, NL on May 20, 2024, aged 84.

Advocate for people with FASD in Public Health Consultation

canfasdblogFebruary 22, 2024NewsLeave a Comment

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The Public Health Agency of Canada is leading a consultation to inform their Vision 2030 initiative – a plan that looks to shape the future of public health in our country.

Health Canada Updates their FASD Page

canfasdblogDecember 8, 2021NewsLeave a Comment

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Last month, Health Canada released their new information page on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). This update is a huge step forward towards increased consistency, reduced confusion, and improved understanding of FASD in Canada.

Share your thoughts on Canada’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan

canfasdblogJune 30, 2021NewsLeave a Comment

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The Government of Canada has recognized the differences impacting those with disabilities and is establishing a Disability Inclusion Action Plan to improve the lives of Canadians with disabilities. They are consulting Canadians on how best to achieve this goal through an online survey.

FASSY celebrates 25 years of service

canfasdblogFebruary 26, 2021NewsLeave a Comment

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic there was no public event but FASSY celebrated internally with balloons and cupcakes. “We are celebrating quietly but we are extremely proud of our accomplishments,” says Wenda Bradley, Executive Director.

Dr. Sterling Clarren Research Award

canfasdMarch 31, 2016News

The Canada FASD Research Network is pleased to announce the selection of the recipient of the Dr. Sterling Clarren Research Award. The Award has been named in honor of Dr. Sterling Clarren to recognize his pioneering contribution and leadership in the field of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The award is presented annually to an individual in recognition of a … Read More

Diagnosing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: New Canadian Guideline

canfasdDecember 14, 2015News

Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/cmajpodcasts/141593-guide Ottawa, December 14, 2015 — Diagnosing fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is important to help children and adults, and their families, who have the disorder. A new Canadian guideline published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) http://www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.141593, provides recommendations for diagnosing FASD, specifically for multidisciplinary diagnostic teams. FASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure. Individuals … Read More