Government of Saskatchewan ministries, Crown corporations and organizations are working to minimize the impacts of the postal service disruption.
Les ministères, les sociétés d’État et les organismes du gouvernement de la Saskatchewan travaillent à réduire au minimum les répercussions de l’interruption des services postaux.
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Released on September 8, 2009
September 9 is International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day. Here in Saskatchewan, the day will be marked by various events organized by regional FASD community networks.
FASD is a life-long disability caused when mothers drink alcohol during pregnancy. In the western world, including Canada, it's the leading known cause of intellectual disabilities.
"I am dedicated to spreading the word about this serious health issue and the fact that there is no known safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy," Crown Corporations Minister June Draude said. "FASD is preventable, but many individuals are unaware of how alcohol use during pregnancy can cause permanent impairments to the baby. That's why we support comprehensive services through the Cognitive Disabilities Strategy to help prevent FASD and to support those who have it."
Draude, an advocate for FASD awareness and prevention, introduced Bill 203, The Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Day Act in 2002.
Community FASD networks are volunteer organizations made up of local service providers, professionals and parents who meet regularly to discuss FASD related issues and initiatives. Events include:
In collaboration with several other ministries, Saskatchewan Health leads the implementation of the Cognitive Disability Strategy that provides individuals and families affected by cognitive disabilities, including FASD, with better access to supports and strengthened prevention and early intervention of FASD.
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For more information, contact:
Karen Hill
Health
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4083
Email: karen.hill@gov.sk.ca
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