The department does not conduct FASD research directly. The GNWT is a member of the Canadian Northwest FASD Partnership, which provides financial contribution and sets out priorities for the CanFASD Research Network. The research network conducts research on behalf of the Northwest Territories and other provinces and territories. CanFASD researchers are currently leading 25 major projects related to FASD prevention, intervention, and diagnosis. Being involved in a wider partnership such as these provides the Government of the Northwest Territories with reliable and valid information to improve outcomes for those who are affected with FASD.
Diane Archie

Roles
In the Legislative Assembly
Elsewhere
Crucial Fact
- Her favourite word was know.
Last in the Legislative Assembly October 2023, as MLA for Inuvik Boot Lake
Lost her last election, in 2023, with 31% of the vote.
Statements in the House
Question 148-19(2): Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder March 4th, 2020
Question 148-19(2): Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder March 4th, 2020
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Stanton Territorial Youth FASD Family and Community Support Program has been in existence since 2010 and, as of January 2020, has provided assessments of 93 children. Of those 93 children, 63 have been diagnosed with a FASD diagnosis. The implementation of the adult FASD diagnostic and support program has occurred over the past year. The first diagnostic clinic took place in January 2020, and one adult has been diagnosed with FASD. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Question 145-19(2): Traditional Counselling Models March 4th, 2020
There is another "yes." Yes, of course, our department can work with Indigenous groups to ensure that we have a clear picture of community-based options, so that they are assured that our staff are aware of these options. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Question 145-19(2): Traditional Counselling Models March 4th, 2020
Absolutely, and I'm sure all the staff in the Department of Health and Social Services are watching us today. The Member talks about this unique mental wellness facility, and I would like to go down there and have a visit and have a look at some of their options. It is something that we will look into. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Question 145-19(2): Traditional Counselling Models March 4th, 2020
Yes, we are working in a client-centred way, meaning working with individuals to determine their best avenue to access support. Mr. Speaker, we also have staff who work to meet people where they are and help them to determine what is the best option for them. For some, it could be a form of counsellor, it could be also meeting with an Elder, so we do have options, Mr. Speaker, when it comes to the clients and what's the best avenue for them to receive any of their counselling services.
Question 145-19(2): Traditional Counselling Models March 4th, 2020
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I heard a lot of questions in that one question. We are doing a lot of programming. The Member is referring to the Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation. We have supported the foundation since it began. We also are supporting them and providing them funding for the traditional healing. Also, we are helping them with a proposal with the Indigenous Services Canada and also the development of community-based programming and working on a pilot project together. Mr. Speaker, we are working with the Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation. Some of their programming that they provide is very unique. I think that, if the Member could give me her walking map, maybe I'll take a walk down there and have a look and meet William and Rassi and Be'sha. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery March 4th, 2020
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Today, I'd like to recognize some friends from the National Advisory Council on Poverty, who we met with this morning, Scott MacAfee, Sylvie Veilleux, and Arlene Hache. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Tabled Document 47-19(2): "Our Ever Awesome NWT Brushing Song!" Book by Richard Van Camp and Neiva Mateus March 3rd, 2020
Thank you, Madam Speaker. I wish to table the following document: "Our Ever Awesome NWT Brushing Song!" book by Richard Van Camp and Neiva Mateus. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
Question 144-19(2): Full-time Psychologist for Children and Youth for Treatment Centre March 3rd, 2020
I get what the Member is saying and, to be honest, this Territorial Treatment Centre is something that I have just been recently briefed on; as far as this morning, actually. It is something that, if we have children in care, I think it's important that we design some of our programming that is culturally relevant, that we improve services, and that we have a look at what are some of the culturally relevant services that are applicable to those clients who are in care right now. I understand that the age group is quite, you know, young ages that are in the facility.
In regard to the contract, this is something that I'm not fully aware on the length of the contract or what are some of the rules or any of the stuff that is in the contract. I'm sorry, Madam Speaker, but it's something I can look into, and I understand the frustration from the Member. I can get back to the Member on some of the details. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
Question 144-19(2): Full-time Psychologist for Children and Youth for Treatment Centre March 3rd, 2020
The Territorial Treatment Centre provides specialty services for up to eight children. Currently, there are four in attendance at the facility. Right now, the programming we deliver to the clients daily includes recreation, cultural, and therapeutic activities, and these are scheduled throughout the week.