Population-based prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder in Canada
The objective of this study was to determine the population-based prevalence of FASD among elementary school students, aged 7 to 9 years, in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in Ontario, Canada.
Women and Alcohol
This resource was developed through the support of the Education Training Council, Alberta FASD Cross Ministry Committee and reviewed by experts from the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse and the Canada FASD Research Network. Updated September 2017
Infographic on Substance Use and Pregnancy
This series of eight infographics were developed to support BC service providers to successfully engage with women and their partners on alcohol use, pregnancy, and prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails for Mom
Brochure for future parents: Information and tips about the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy.
Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines
Provides resources to help promote Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines. The guidelines set safe alcohol drink limits per week for men and women, as well as tips to promote a culture of moderation and reduce the long-term health risks of drinking alcohol.
Be Safe – Have an Alcohol Free Pregnancy
Printer-friendly handout in English and 11 other languages for future parents: provides information and tips about alcohol use in pregnancy and FASD.
Alcohol, Pregnancy, and your Mental Health during COVID-19
This one-page infographic provides resources and links on alcohol, pregnancy and mental health. It is available on canfasd.ca in English, French, Mandarin and Spanish.
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT)
The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) is a 10-item screening tool developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to assess alcohol consumption, drinking behaviors, and alcohol-related problems.
Alcohol and Pregnancy Brief Intervention Guides
The resources in this section were developed to support service providers to successfully engage with women and their partners on alcohol use, pregnancy, and prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). While many aspects of FASD prevention are interconnected, current evidence and practice issues have been synthesized into eight topics that allow service providers to explore issues from different perspectives and that are most relevant to their own practice.
Taking Care: A Short Guide to Breastfeeding and Substance Use
You can use this resource to start conversations with partners, friends, family, health care providers and other supportive people in your life so that you can make choices that are right for you, your baby, and your family.
Community Action Program for Children (CAPC)
The Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) provides funding to community groups that promote the healthy development of young children from birth to age 6, who face challenges that put their health at risk.
Provincial Guideline for the Clinical Management of High-Risk Drinking and Alcohol Use Disorder
The objective of this guideline is to provide recommendations, supported by rigorously reviewed evidence, for the full spectrum of medical and psychosocial interventions available to treat patients with high-risk drinking and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD).
