Canadian Research Ethics Board Training Program

Canada’s first REB online education program, for research administrators, boards, and enthusiasts!

This program is the first Research Ethics Board (REB) online training and education program in Canada focused on all aspects of research ethics: from key principles, REB application writing, REB review, and REB administration.

Complete one, a few, or all – and in any order you desire!

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The Research Ethics Overview module is available for free! This module provides an overview of research ethics, a history and principles of the REB environment in Canada, confidentiality, privacy, data security and more.

Supplement your learning with the resource book: Canadian Research Ethics Board Member’s Guide

Canadian Research Ethics Board Member’s Guide is an essential and practical resource for anyone involved in research ethics review in Canada. Grounded in the principles of the Tri-Council Policy Statement, this guide offers a clear and accessible overview of how Research Ethics Boards (REBs) function in real-world settings.

Ideal for both new and experienced REB members, this guide supports day-to-day work across institutional, organizational, and community contexts. Readers will find practical tools, deeper insights, and thoughtful perspectives on emerging issues in research ethics.

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History and Principles of Research Ethics and the Research Ethics Board (REB) Environment in Canada
Equity, Fairness, Diversity, and the Distribution of Benefits and Burdens in Research
Confidentiality, Privacy, and Data Security
The Voluntary Nature of Research Participation and the Necessity for Informed Consent
The Clinical Trial Process: From Conception to Execution

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Research Ethics Board (REB) Fundamentals
Research Ethics Office (REO) Requirements and Processes
Research Ethics Board (REB) Invested Party Relationships and Communication
Conducting a Full Board Meeting
Intra- and Inter-Institutional Supports and Relationships
Post-Approval Review and Compliance Requirements

Program Contributors

The Canadian Research Ethics Board Training Program development was led by Susan Marlin, Denise Stockley, and Rachel Zand who have extensive experience in the field. View full bios for the program development leads. The program leaders collaborated with several experts in the field to develop this robust program. Module development was led by subject matter experts Miranda Miller, Jennifer Payne, and Rachel Zand.

Target Audience

Those who may be interested in this program include:

REB Chairs and members
Current and prospective REB administrators
Faculty, staff and students who conduct research with human participants
Community members with interest or enthusiasm for research
Individuals who are working, or are interested in working in research services offices