Become a Member of CanFASD

Stay connected, stay informed, and be a part of our story. 

Testimonials

…all people, regardless of their background or relationship with FASD know that CanFASD is the place to go if they have research-based questions.

-CanFASD Member

“CanFASD’s research is of the highest quality and involves the voice of individuals with FASD and their families…I appreciate the ongoing effort to be inclusive.”

-CanFASD Member

“CanFASD is the trusted source for FASD assessment protocols and evidence-based intervention plans. Their online courses are the best you will find anywhere.”

-CanFASD Member

By becoming a member, you will receive access to:

Member-only events

Our Research Conversations series is designed to provide a platform for members to engage in dynamic discussions, gain valuable insights, and foster meaningful connections within the FASD field.

Surveys about FASD policy

Members can influence FASD policy and have their voices heard.

Funding from CanFASD

Apply for our research and travel awards!

Real-time project updates

Find out what’s happening along the way; keep in the loop about FASD research!

Membership Directory

Get connected with our 200+ community members, and choose if you would like to join the list!

Research opportunities

Promote your research projects to our network, or find out about projects you can participate in.

Q&A sessions with CanFASD

Talk to our staff and researchers directly. ​What do you want to know?

Real world stories about FASD

Hear from the experts: individuals with FASD and their families!

Bi-weekly newsletters

On top of all our free content, get updates, notices and exclusive stories to be kept in the loop!

Event announcements

Be first in line for all things FASD.

Channels to give feedback

Talk to CanFASD directly: how do you want to influence our research agenda?

In-person events

Connect with CanFASD researchers, board members, staff and members from our advisory committees.

By becoming a member, you become part of CanFASD. We can’t wait to learn from you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, the individual and jurisdictional memberships are different and have different benefits. Even if you live in a province or territory that is a jurisdictional member of CanFASD we recommend you obtain an individual membership so that you don’t miss out.

At this time we are not able to offer group purchases for individual memberships.

Yes, we welcome everyone to stay connected and informed with CanFASD. All membership fees are in Canadian dollars.

While we welcome everyone to join CanFASD, our preferred rate is dedicated for people with FASD and primary caregivers of people with FASD.

We will be sending an email newsletter to all members every two weeks, in addition to sporadic emails when we have breaking news or an exclusive event to share with you. However, we want to respect everyone’s time so we will be sending future survey questions to ask how often you would like to be contacted and will do our best to limit our emails accordingly.

As of now we are not offering a student rate for membership. Please contact us at info@canfasd.ca if you are interested in donating a membership to one of your students.

Our membership directory an added benefit for professionals who paid the full membership rate. At this time it is not being offered to individuals with FASD or caregivers.

You may sign up for either our regular membership or the preferred rate given to individuals with FASD and caregivers. It’s your choice! However, individuals who choose the preferred rate will not receive the benefit of having access to the membership directory.

Connect, Learn, Share, and Discover

Joining the CanFASD as an individual member is a way to stay up to date with FASD research and best practice, stay connected to Canada’s FASD community, and share your story. CanFASD members are part of a Network of researchers, service providers, professionals, and individuals with lived experience who are working together to address the complexities of FASD.

Membership Levels

The individual membership is open to anyone that wants to stay up to date with FASD research in Canada. Individual members get access to a range of benefits that build connections, share knowledge, strengthen advocacy and increase understanding of FASD in Canada. Our individual membership is offered at a preferred rate to people with FASD and their caregivers.

The CanFASD Individual Membership and its benefits are distinct from the CanFASD Jurisdictional Memberships, which are offered exclusively to provincial and territorial governments. Offering memberships for individuals from coast to coast ensures everyone can be part of a broader FASD community! 

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