This webpage lists studies that are currently accepting applications. Click on a green bar below to learn more about the study and how to participate.

The University of Calgary is conducting a study to create sexual health education resources that are accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of Autistic youth and their caregivers. The insights shared by participants will directly contribute to the creation of practical resources that aim to address real-world gaps in sexual health education for Autistic youth and their families.

This study has been reviewed by and received ethics clearance through the Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board at the University of Calgary (REB: 25-0784).

Who is eligible to participate?

  • You may be eligible to participate in this research study if you are an:
    • A parent, guardian, or family member of an Autistic youth,
    • 18 years of age or older,
    • You reside in Alberta.

What does participation involve?

  • Your choice to participate in a one to one interview or a small focus group conducted virtually via Zoom.
  • Two sessions: one to explore your needs, and the other to provide feedback on a draft resource.
  • In appreciation of your time, you will receive an honorarium and a chance to shape real-world resources for families like yours.

How can I participate?

If you would like to participate in this study or need more information, please contact Dr. Alan Martino at alan.martino@ucalgary.ca.

The University of Alberta in conjunction with Skillcity Institute are conducting a study to learn about understanding and improving care for racialized neurodivergent children and youth in Edmonton. The goal is to listen, learn, and advocate for more inclusive support systems and policies.

The study aims to explore gaps in current resources and services for neurodivergent children and youth, and to make actionable recommendations for improving the support systems for neurodivergent children and youth.

This study has been reviewed by and received ethics clearance through a University of Alberta Research Ethics Board (Ethics ID: Pro00149792).

Who is eligible to participate?

  • You may be eligible to participate in this research study if you are an:
    • Adult caregiver,
    • Father or Mother,
    • Practitioners and service providers (educators, healthcare professionals, and social service providers).

What does participation involve?

  • Completing a study consent form,
  • Filling an online demographic survey, and
  • Sitting in a virtual or in-person interview which will take approximately one hour of your time.
  • Optional: You can choose to participate in a photovoice project to visually share your journey
  • In appreciation of your time, you will receive a $50 dollar honorarium for each activity (interview and photovoice) to a total payment of $100 dollars. Payment will be in cash or a gift card (Amazon or Walmart).

How can I participate?

If you would like to participate in this study or need more information, please contact Adejumoke Abiose at abiose@ualberta.ca or (587) 341-9969.

Applications to participate in this study will be accepted until the target number of participants has been reached.

The research team at York University (led by Dr. Jonathan Weiss) is conducting an online study about the positive experiences (flourishing) of ethnically diverse families of Autistic youth (aged 10-18) living in Canada.

York REB: #4459.

Who is eligible to participate?

    • A caregiver of an Autistic youth (aged 10-18)
    • From an ethnically or culturally diverse background

What will I be asked to do?

  • Complete an online survey (45-60 minutes) about your child, family flourishing, and your experience living in Canada
    • To thank you for your time, you will be eligible to win one of ten $50 dollar e-gift certificates.

How can I participate?

If you would like to participate, please fill out the survey.

For more information, please contact Nisha Vashi or Dr. Jonathan Weiss (Principal Investigator) at flourishingfamilies@yorku.ca

Researchers at Precision Medicine in Autism and the University of Alberta are conducting a study on identifying the challenges and opportunities for implementing a standard of care genetic testing for autism and neurodevelopmental conditions.

This study aims to understand the experiences and opinions of people on the autism spectrum, their families, and the physicians who care for them on genetic testing for autism. The goal is to identify barriers to genetic testing and find ways to improve patient care and the healthcare system in Alberta for those on the spectrum.

It will take approximately two hours to complete the study and participants will be asked to complete an online survey with questions about genetic testing for autism. Additionally, some participants may be invited to a follow-up interview to share more in-depth experiences.

University of Alberta has approved this study (REB ID – Pro00145198).

Who is eligible to participate?

  • Individuals who have received a formal diagnosis of autism and their families and reside in Alberta
  • Physicians who practice in Alberta and care for individuals on the autism spectrum

How can I participate?

If you would like to learn more about the study, please click here.

If you are interested in participating in this study, please contact Dr. Daniel Moreno De Luca or the PRISMA research staff at prisma@ualberta.ca or call (780) 492-4467. Applications will be accepted until the end of 2025.