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fasdNL Diagnostic Network
fasdNL recently launched our FASD Diagnostic Network in Newfoundland and Labrador. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to address longstanding gaps in FASD assessment and diagnosis across Newfoundland and Labrador, ensuring more individuals and families have access to timely and equitable services.
The fasdNL Diagnostic Network builds on the efforts of the Labrador-Grenfell FASD Diagnostic Team, the Janeway Child Development team, and private practice professionals in the province. It was spearheaded by fasdNL, including board chair and psychologist Heather Conran-Paul, whose expertise in FASD assessment dates back to her training with the late Dr. Ted Rosales in the 1990s. The initiative is further supported by an expanded Project and Diagnostic Network Coordinator position made possible thanks to funding from the Department of Health and Community Services.
Learn more about the network and how to submit an inquiry for assessment here!
The fasdNL Diagnostic Network builds on the efforts of the Labrador-Grenfell FASD Diagnostic Team, the Janeway Child Development team, and private practice professionals in the province. It was spearheaded by fasdNL, including board chair and psychologist Heather Conran-Paul, whose expertise in FASD assessment dates back to her training with the late Dr. Ted Rosales in the 1990s. The initiative is further supported by an expanded Project and Diagnostic Network Coordinator position made possible thanks to funding from the Department of Health and Community Services.
Learn more about the network and how to submit an inquiry for assessment here!
Service Provision & Support
Caregiver & Parent Support GroupfasdNL hosts a monthly virtual meeting for parents and caregivers of individuals with confirmed or suspected FASD
across the 4 Atlantic Provinces (Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and PEI). Meetings may relate to a specific topic (e.g., advocating and supporting your child at school) or a general question-and-answer format. To attend or for more information, email: [email protected] In addition to the virtual support group, fasdNL moderates a private Facebook group for parents and caregivers of individuals who have FASD in the 4 Atlantic provinces. Search "fasdATLANTIC Caregiver & Parent Group" on Facebook. You will be required to answer membership questions before entry is granted. |
In-Person Resource LibrariesfasdNL offers several resource libraries in various locations of the province. Resources may include a range from children’s books for kids about FASD, books for parents and caregivers, educational strategies, information for social workers and other frontline workers who work with youth and young adults with FASD, and FASD screening toolkits
for health professionals. Locations that have an FASD Resource Library include: ● Nunatsiavut Communities ● Sheshatshiu ● Natuashish ● Corner Brook ● Grand Falls-Windsor ● St. John’s For more information, email: [email protected] |
IEP/ISSP Meeting Support
fasdNL is offers IEP/ISSP meeting support for families across Newfoundland and Labrador only who have a child diagnosed
with FASD. This service is intended to: 1) support parents/caregivers in provide information about FASD to teaching and support staff, and 2) suggest useful strategies for supporting the child with FASD in the classroom setting.
with FASD. This service is intended to: 1) support parents/caregivers in provide information about FASD to teaching and support staff, and 2) suggest useful strategies for supporting the child with FASD in the classroom setting.
Education & Training
Customized TrainingfasdNL offers virtual half-day or customized FASD training for professionals, families, community organizations and
the general public. Our training addresses up-to-date diagnostic information about FASD, addresses stigma and shame associated with the disorder, as well as interventions and strategies for a strength-based approach. We offer training in all regions of Newfoundland and Labrador and Atlantic Canada. Email [email protected] to learn more or to request training. |
Online Asynchronous TrainingWe have several online (asynchronous), self-paced courses available, which are hosted on Thinkific. Courses are offered on a pay-what-you-can basis. If you are not able to pay, you can still take them! Once finished, you will be provided with a completion certificate for your time.
We are currently developing more courses in this same format, so check back soon! 
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Awareness, Outreach & Research
Resource DevelopmentfasdNL develops and releases resources about FASD and related topics regularly. These resources often come from direct requests from our community partners, in which we employ a community-based participatory process toward development.
Resources can be found in the "New fasdNL Resources" tab. |
ResearchfasdNL as a community partner, conducted the first provincial and local community needs assessment to ascertain the main social, familial, educational, health, and legal needs associated with FASD. We identified key FASD needs, service barriers and strategies for improvement and access in the province and Atlantic region.
Check out the report here. |
FASD Awareness Month
To recognize FASD Awareness Month, in the past we invited municipal and provincial governments across Atlantic Canada to issue proclamations acknowledging September as FASD Awareness Month. In 2022, 57 communities, cities and provinces in Atlantic Canada issued proclamations and in 2023, 40 localities participated. Check out our social media (@fasdNL), or see our Annual Reports for details.
fasdNL marks FASD Awareness Day and Month by hosting Move for FASD (#MoveForFASD), an Atlantic-wide event aimed at raising awareness and encouraging discussion about alcohol, pregnancy, and FASD, through movement in whatever way you are able. Organize a walk with friends, go for a bike ride, swim, dance, etc., and encourage discussions about FASD!
fasdNL marks FASD Awareness Day and Month by hosting Move for FASD (#MoveForFASD), an Atlantic-wide event aimed at raising awareness and encouraging discussion about alcohol, pregnancy, and FASD, through movement in whatever way you are able. Organize a walk with friends, go for a bike ride, swim, dance, etc., and encourage discussions about FASD!
FASD Work in Atlantic Canada
"Toward Prevention" CampaignWith funding support from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), fasdNL is leading Toward Prevention. Initially, a three year project extended to five years. Toward Prevention is an FASD prevention, awareness and training initiative in the four Atlantic provinces (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick).
Read the project announcement here and learn more about our Atlantic-wide FASD prevention and awareness social media campaign here. |
Atlantic FASD Community NetworkIn 2020, fasdNL led the creation of the Atlantic FASD Community Network. The Network comprises community partners, professionals, and individuals with lived experience across the Atlantic provinces.
The Network also has a blog featuring the experiences of individuals living and working with FASD in Atlantic Canada. Read the blog here. |
Networking & Increasing Capacities
fasdNL continues to network with other community organizations, levels of government, individuals with lived experience,
and professionals to seek opportunities to increase the capacity of FASD responses across our province.
fasdNL hosted a national FASD conference in St. John's in 2013, our second conference in 2023, and our third, Atlantic-focused conference in 2025.
To learn more about FASD assessment and diagnostic work underway in Newfoundland and Labrador, click here.
and professionals to seek opportunities to increase the capacity of FASD responses across our province.
fasdNL hosted a national FASD conference in St. John's in 2013, our second conference in 2023, and our third, Atlantic-focused conference in 2025.
To learn more about FASD assessment and diagnostic work underway in Newfoundland and Labrador, click here.