External Opportunities

The Ontario Caregiver Organization is frequently asked to connect researchers and other stakeholder organizations with caregivers. Where appropriate, we will share these invitations and connect interested members with relevant parties.

In the past, we have supported focus groups with the Ontario Ombudsman office, research initiatives with various academic institutions and research to practice initiatives with various health care providers. We will continue to share these opportunities and thank caregivers who have engaged and contributed in this way.

There are external opportunity for caregivers in French only. For these opportunities, please visit Perspectives Aidance Naturelle in French: https://www.perspectivesaidancenaturelle.ca/occasions-externes

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PARTICIPANTS WANTED - Survey on Beliefs about Informal Caregiving from a Brock University Research Team
The Zwar Social Psychology of Aging Lab explores healthy aging, stress, and discrimination of (unpaid) caregivers of family or friends with long-term care needs.
They’re currently conducting a study titled Examination and validation of questionnaires on Perceptions of Informal Care and are looking for participants who are currently providing unpaid care or support to family members or friends.
Through this study, the researchers’ aim to improve the understanding of the beliefs and attitudes about unpaid caregiving in Canada.
You are eligible to participate if:
- You are between 18 and 95 years of age
- Currently an unpaid caregiver to a relative or friend who is aged 60 years or older
- Have been providing care or support for at least 6 months or longer
- You are fluent in English
The study will be delivered through an online survey and will take approximately 30 minutes of your time. You need internet access to participate.
If you participate, you can enter a draw to win 1 of 5 $50 Walmart gift cards by providing a working email address
If you are interested in contributing to their research, take the survey here:
https://brock.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_01bW5ZQ8Xs9Up8i
Please feel free to share this survey with people you know who provide informal care.
College and University Students in Southwestern Ontario Needed as Research Participants
RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS WANTED
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Join the Mindfulness for Parkinson's research study!
We want to hear from Long-Term Care families: Join our focus group
The Ontario Long Term Care Association (OLTCA) is developing its next 5-year Strategic Plan, and we want to make sure we hear about the experiences of family caregivers because they are a vital part of building a stronger plan for the future.
Christa Haanstra from 4C Strategy is helping lead this work, and we're inviting family members to share their experiences through a 60-minute virtual focus group.
If you have a family member currently living in Long-Term Care — or waiting for a space — we’d love to hear from you.
- Monday, July 14
- 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (EST)
- Online (Zoom)
- Honourarium: $50 gift card
For more information and to register, please email keri@4cstrategy.ca
Your experience matters. What you share will directly shape the priorities and direction of long-term care across Ontario.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to help improve care for everyone.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU TO JOIN OUR CAREGIVER ADVISORY COMMITTEE!

Interested? Fill out our survey! https://brock.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_26lZ3xPX6grvUJ8
Participants Needed: Disabled Individuals & Families Undergoing a Planning and Facilitation Process
Share your experience: Seeking expert panel members to help improve our guidelines!

Apply online by July 30, 2025
RNAO.ca/bpg/guidelines/apply-to-become-an-expert-panel-member

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