Research, Ethics & Compliance Office

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We aim to build capacity in ethics, integrity, and compliance through educating, advising, research, policy and guidance development and administration. 

Learn about Research Compliance and how we can support your training and application of regulations, policies and guidance to your research.

How to register for research ethics or operational review at Island Health for first-time users

Understand the policies, standard operating procedures and guidance relating to your research.

Submit a new application

On this page, you will find sample forms and templates for research activities requiring an Island Health Research Ethics Board or Operational revi

Here you will find education and training opportunities to support your research ethics application and operational review.

Access foundational research ethics documents, regulations and international partners that support your research.