2023 Speaker

I am a pediatric anesthesiologist. I have research interests in neurodevelopmental outcomes of children undergoing anesthesia.

Vince Kicknosway- father of 4-grandfather of 13-great grandfather of 1- a member of Walpole Island - Loon Clan - he recently retired from The Odawa Native Friendship Centre after a dedicated 44 yrs.

I have worked for over 20 years in the field of developmental disabilities supporting individuals with Down syndrome, Autism, and FASD. I also lead the Adult FASD Diagnostic team at Surrey Place.

Implementation scientist & occupational therapist with clinical and research interests in paediatrics, substance use, neurorehabilitation, technology adoption, knowledge translation/implementation science and evidence informed practice.

Stephanie Chipeur, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law & School of Public Policy, University of Calgary

My name is Shelby De Rose, I'm 16 years old I am Canada's first youth accessibility leader with FASD, I'm here today to spread my thoughts, lived experience and awareness about FASD.

Scott Robson, Postdoctoral Researcher, CHEO

Sarah is an Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Calgary and a Developmental Pediatrician at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. I founded the Precision Neurodevelopment Lab in September 2022 and have established a complementary research and clinical practice focused on children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs).

I desire to advocate for the community model of disability, encourage greater community involvement, and promote the inclusive vision of belonging.

Samuel Ragot is a doctoral student at the School of Social Work at McGill University and works as a Senior Policy Analyst and Advocacy Advisor at the Quebec Intellectual Disability Society.