In 2020, the Canadian government also recognized September as FASD Awareness Month. As we gear up for FASD Day and FASD Month activities, we want to share some of the things our organization is doing to spread awareness across the country!
Seeking Yukon Representative for Family Advisory Committee
We’re looking for a caregiver from the Yukon to join our Family Advisory Committee!
CanFASD meets with Minister of Mental Health and Addictions
CanFASD had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, as well as members of her staff and senior staff from the Public Health Agency of Canada. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the need for a National FASD Strategy.
Founding CanFASD Board Member Retires
We are both proud and disappointed to announce the retirement of one of the founding members of our Board of Directors: Lisa Brownstone. Lisa is stepping down from the CanFASD Board after serving a full three terms with us.
Meet the newest addition to our Network!
We are excited to announce a new member to our Network! Dr. Melissa Tremblay, a longstanding expert in the field of FASD, has accepted the position of CanFASD’s Indigenous Liaison.
Join Our Team!
We have several positions open – both paid and volunteer – that we are currently recruiting for.
CanFASD’s Submission to the Study on Children’s Health
A month ago, CanFASD made a submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Health (HESA) to recognize and address FASD for their children’s health study.
Join Our Family Advisory Committee!
We are looking for a caregiver from Saskatchewan to join our incredibly dedicated Family Advisory Committee.
Honouring Claudette Bradshaw and her Legacy
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the Honourable Claudette Bradshaw.
New Webinar: Understanding the FASD Diagnosis
This webinar will provide an overview of the FASD diagnostic guidelines and the process of clinic. It will assist families, service providers and policy makers to better understand the elements that make up an FASD diagnosis and what you can expect during the process.