On behalf of the local planning committee and UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education, I would like to invite FASD ONE (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Ontario Network of Expertise) to exhibit at the upcoming 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD to be held at The Hyatt Regency, in Vancouver, BC from April 18-21, 2018.
Exhibit Fees
(all quoted in CAD and includes 5% GST)
Profit Organizations/Vendors: $1050
Healthcare Associations/Regional Health Authorities: $525
Non-Profit Organizations: $315
Your exhibitor fees will include:
- A 6’ table and 2 chairs
- Exhibit passes for 2 representatives
- Complimentary lunches (as outlined in the program) and coffee breaks for the person(s) manning the table
We anticipate bringing together around 600 individuals attend, including professionals that work in the field of FASD, family members and individuals with FASD. You will find a copy of the program brochure by clicking here.
Exhibit Confirmation
To confirm your participation please register online: https://ubc.eventsair.com/adults2018/exhibit
Please note: the exhibit fee can be paid by cheque or credit card.
Alternatively, if your organization would prefer to ship informational materials to be placed on a resource table for participants, please contact Kathryn at kathryn.ipce@ubc.ca or 604-822-7708.
Once confirmation has been received, detailed exhibit information and guidelines will follow closer to the conference date.
If you have colleagues who might be interested in attending the 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD, please direct them to our website at interprofessional.ubc.ca. We would also greatly appreciate it if you could insert event information regarding the conference in any newsletter you may have, or include the conference link on your website.
We anticipate that this conference will be an excellent forum for networking with other FASD organizations from around the world and we sincerely hope that your organization will be one of them. If have any questions or concerns with respect to exhibiting at the conference, please don’t hesitate to contact me or Kathryn at 604-822-7708. I look forward to working with you at this worthwhile learning event.
7th floor auditorium; Check in at reception
Free for Parents and caregivers of children, youth, and adults, 18+, AFFECTED BY FASD
9:30-9:45 WELCOME
9:45-12:30 GRIEF & RECONCILIATION
Presenter: Dr, Jan Hatanaka, author, educator, consultant, founder of Grief Reconciliation International Inc.
12:30-1:30 LUNCH
1:30-3:30 MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION
Presenter: Todd Tran: Occupational Therapist at Women’s College Hospital, Family Practice Clinic, where he facilitates Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
3:30-4:30 WRAP UP
REGISTRATION- Please register at by Monday, May 7, 2018.
Space is limited, so register early.
Join Us on our first Walk from Parliament Hill to City Hall
Family Celebration at the end
Raining?
Go straight to City Hall
International FASD Awareness Day
Sep 13 & 18th Community Living North Halton –
Gain a better understanding of the needs of individuals living with FASD; Benefit from shared beliefs and priorities; Receive coaching with an FASD perspective; Expand your skills and knowledge within the family’s circle of support.https://clnh.on.ca/training-
on-fasd/
2018 fall dates
Save the date! We’ve got great news to share…
The Best Start Resource Centre (BSRC) at Health Nexus has received funding from the Ministry of Children, Community and social Services, (MCCSS) to distribute small grants to help support families, caregivers, and individuals experiencing FASD.
Interested in learning more about these grants?
Please plan to join the Best Start Resource Centre for an informational webinar to learn more about the opportunities and how to apply. We are holding it live over a lunch hour with the hope that more can attend by making it a ‘lunch and learn’. The webinar will also be recorded and available online for future reference.
Webinar Details Date: September 13, 2018
Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Registrations will open very soon. Stay tuned!
Oct 9, 16, 23 and 30th
Spots limited so please register early
Community Living North Halton –
TRAINING FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS AND PROFESSIONALS SUPPORTING SOMEONE WITH DIAGNOSED OR SUSPECTED FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER (FASD)Gain a better understanding of the needs of individuals living with FASD; Benefit from shared beliefs and priorities; Receive coaching with an FASD perspective; Expand your skills and knowledge within the family’s circle of support.
https://clnh.on.ca/training-on-fasd/
Burlington, Ontario
2018 fall dates
Steve Catney is the Executive Director and Founder of Alliance Youth Services Inc. and has over 25 years of experience in Child Welfare. Alliance Youth Services Inc. operates residential and foster programs for individuals who have FASD, as well as specialized behavioural and learning needs.
Karen Catney, M.Ed., is the Director of Placement at Alliance Youth Services Inc. She is an FASD consultant and educator where she assists treatment agencies, as well as families and caregivers on case management, development and implementation of strategies for those who are caring for or working with individuals with FASD.
Limited Subsidies
**Persons living with an FASD, Parents, Caregivers & Family Members of persons living with a FASD you can apply for a full subsidy to attend (see the registration page to apply for this, we will contact you if you are successful)
Register & pay as soon as possible
$75 registration for Professionals
- $50 registration for Parents, Caregivers & Family Members, or those with a FASD**
- $50 registration for Students: Limited student spaces available
Included in your fees: Continental Breakfast, Hot Lunch Buffet & Refreshments
Special dietary concerns must be submitted by Tuesday, October 16th.
You will not be considered to be registered until payment has been received
Save the Date 2nd Annual FASD Eastern Ontario Symposium
Friday, November 2nd &
Saturday, November 3rd
2018
With Special Guest
Dr. Brenda Knight
Registered Psychologist
Internationally recognized expert on the needs of individuals and families living with the complexities of FASD
Ottawa, ON
Full agenda & location details to follow
Keynote sessions, breakout learning, networking & sharing, group discussions, + more.
For professionals, caregivers, and families
POPTION 1 Symposium 2018 Save the Date v2resented by Citizen Advocacy Ottawa Fetal Alcohol Resource Program.
Citizen Advocacy Kids Brain Health Network The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health CHEO
Symposium Poster – August 2018 final
with keynote address by renowned Vancouver
psychologist Dr. Brenda Knight
Hotel Accommodation
Hampton Inn by Hilton
100 Coventry Road, Ottawa
Limited free child care
available on Saturday
FULL DETAILS AND REGISTRATION AT
FASDsymposium.eventbrite.com
No Cost Event
with Dr. Brenda Knight
Care for the Caregiver:
an Evening for
Caregivers of Individuals with FASD
and/or Brain-based Disabilities
September 9th marks International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day.
We will also be hosting a special event with Dr. Knight: Care for the Caregiver: An Evening for Caregivers of Individuals with FASD and/or other Brain-Based Disabilities on Friday evening November 2, 2018 at the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa. This event is offered at NO COST, however donations are welcome.
We encourage you to share the [copied] poster and the registration information (Eventbrite link below) widely in your networks, and look forward to seeing you at the Symposium.
For full details and Registration, please visit:
Save the Date 2nd Annual FASD Eastern Ontario Symposium
Friday, November 2nd &
Saturday, November 3rd
2018
With Special Guest
Dr. Brenda Knight
Registered Psychologist
Internationally recognized expert on the needs of individuals and families living with the complexities of FASD
Ottawa, ON
Full agenda & location details to follow
Keynote sessions, breakout learning, networking & sharing, group discussions, + more.
For professionals, caregivers, and families
POPTION 1 Symposium 2018 Save the Date v2resented by Citizen Advocacy Ottawa Fetal Alcohol Resource Program.
Citizen Advocacy Kids Brain Health Network The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health CHEO