Institutional Approvals
Through a formal agreement with ÀÖÓ¯VI Health Services (AHS) and Covenant Health, HREB is the conjoint board for all University health researchers, including faculty members, and trainees, whose studies involve the resources of AHS and Covenant Health.
HREB operates as two panels: Biomedical and Health, and is designated under the ÀÖÓ¯VI Health Information Act to review research involving health information.
ÀÖÓ¯VI Health Services
Administrative Approval (Edmonton Zone)
The (NACTRC) is the designated administrative office for all clinical trials and clinical research that impacts AHS and the ÀÖÓ¯VI in the Edmonton Zone. Administrative Approval is the process of obtaining approval from the Institution where the research will take place. No clinical trial can take place until Administrative Approval is granted. NACTRC is primarily responsible to confirm:
- HREB approval has been obtained
- Operational approvals have been obtained from impacted AHS sites or departments
- Data Disclosure Agreement finalized (if applicable)
- Contracts have been finalized (if applicable)
- Financial accounts have been set-up (if applicable)
Administrative Approval is automatically sent electronically from the NACTRC office once all of the requirements have been met.
For more information, email nactrc@nactrc.ca.
Operational Approval (Outside of Edmonton Zone)
All clinical studies utilizing AHS property or resources must have Operational Approval. Each study must be reviewed and approved by the affected site or department approver. This approval is for AHS sites or departments to manage risk, HR and cost.
Contact for information on obtaining AHS approval outside of the Edmonton Zone.
Covenant Health
The Covena