As a Research Participant, you have the right to…
- Have enough time to decide whether or not to participate in the study, and make that decision without any pressure from the researchers
- Refuse to be in the study at all, or stop participating whenever you choose
- Be told what the study is about, what will happen to you, and what you will be asked to do
- Be informed about any potential risks or benefits as a result of participating
- Be informed about any costs involved with participating, or any compensation you may receive for your participation
- Be told who will have access to your data and how it will be protected to ensure your privacy
- Be told who to contact about any questions you may have
- Receive a copy of the consent form you will sign
- Ask any question you may have
The Researchers’ responsibilities include…
- Following the REB-approved research study protocol
- Obtaining informed consent from all participants
- Maintaining the confidentiality of all participants
- Informing participants about any changes to the risks or benefits of the study
- Receiving approval from the REB for any changes made to the study
- Responding in a timely manner to all participants questions or concerns