Reducing Harms in Atlantic Communities: Synthesizing Voices in Health Equity, FASD, and Trauma
​May 24-27th, 2023

An overview of the conference is available here.

A detailed copy of the conference program is available here.

Panels 

The "Reducing Harms in Atlantic Communities" conference will centre voices from Atlantic Canada and will include sessions and panels on:
  • Atlantic Canada FASD Needs Assessment Study
  • Education & Young People
  • FASD Work in Labrador; Indigenous Leaders, Groups, & Communities
  • Harm Reduction in Atlantic Canada​
  • Health Promotion in Rural Service Provision
  • Parents & Caregivers
  • Perceptions of Young People & Experiences in the Justice System
  • Prevention & Pregnancy​

If you would benefit from financial support to attend the conference, please complete this form. 

Conference Location

MUNL EIX Signal Hill Campus

Conference sessions, presentations, poster session, round tables and demonstrations. Paid parking available. 
See a map of EIX here. 

Accommodations

ALT Hotel, St. John's

Single and Double Queen room options are available. Discounted rate available for attendees. See details here.
Paid parking is available. 

Sessions & Panels

Sessions, panels, round tables, discussions and demonstrations will be running Thursday, May 25th through Saturday, May 27th at MUNL EIX Signal Hill Campus. 

Click here for a preliminary schedule of conference sessions. 

Poster & Networking Session

Join our free poster, booth, and networking session on Friday, May 26th from 6:30-8:00pm. Check out posters and chat with presenters about their work. Looking for an organization to volunteer with or seeking volunteers? Looking for employment opportunities or offering employment? There will be booths with these opportunities! 
Wanting to host a booth during the poster & networking session? Email contact@fasdNL.ca for inquiries.

Training Opportunities

FASD: A Refresher and Updates​

This training touches on key pieces of info, changes to guidelines, strength-based approaches, and how to support individuals with FASD long-term.
Wednesday, May 24th, 9:00am-10:30am

Connections & Directions

 Unpacking biases, stereotypes, and expectations around women, substance use, and FASD.
Wednesday, May 24th 11:00am-12:30pm

Transportation

A shuttle will run from the ALT hotel to the MUNL Signal Hill Campus and back each day. Look for the big red school bus (Red Busses Rock!). Click here for the shuttle schedule. 
***The bus entry is equipped with stairs. If you require accessible transportation, please email contact@fasdNL.ca and we will let you know your options***

Additional Events

Sights of St. John's Bus Tour

Saturday, May 27th
​2:30-5:00pm

Join us in a sightseeing bus tour of our historic city, St. John's! From the most easterly place in North America (Cape Spear) to Jelly Bean Row, Quidi Vidi, Signal Hill, Middle Cove Beach, and more, this guided tour offers some breathtaking sights with a touch of history.

Fighting Food Insecurity- Costco Shopping Trip

Saturday, May 27th
​2:30-5:00pm

In effort to fight food insecurity, this is designed for those who travel from rural areas and don't have regular access to bulk shopping (for example, individuals living in Labrador). Pick up will be at the ALT hotel at 2:30pm. The bus will travel to Costco and wait, and then return to the ALT hotel. 

Click here for Additional Conference Details

Registration is a two-part process:
1) Information Form
2) Registration  Payment