External Opportunities

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.

If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more about the study, please email Konka Paul at kpaul@research.baycrest.org or call (416) 785-2500 extension 3386. Alternatively, you can leave us your contact information on this link, and we will follow up with you: https://tinyurl.com/visagelab

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.

Interested? Fill out our survey! https://brock.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_26lZ3xPX6grvUJ8

Apply online by July 30, 2025

RNAO.ca/bpg/guidelines/apply-to-become-an-expert-panel-member