Research Data Management Strategy
Island Health’s Research Data Management Strategy seeks to make data more available, accessible, interoperable, and reusable over a multi-year horizon. Our strategy is designed to foster a culture that supports researchers in understanding and adopting responsible and respectful practices in the collection, protection, use, and management of data. Read the strategy.
Looking for Island Health data?
- Watch this video about the lifecycle of data at Island Health.
- Make a request via this Data Request Form. Please note that data cannot be provided for research purposes prior to Institutional approval. When approved, data is provided on a cost-recovery basis.
Data Management (REDCap)
Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) is a versatile data management tool that can support research and quality improvement, surveys, and operational projects within Island Health.
New user? Request a REDCap project estimate. Note: REDCap services are available for Island Health employees, affiliates, and collaborators.
Already a user? Log in to REDCap: Internal or External
REDCap Training:
We provide training sessions on a regular basis, and also organize a REDCap Day event once a year, where users present their latest projects using REDCap.
- View upcoming training sessions.
Check out our videos on how to use REDCap, or get inspired by these innovative REDCap projects.
Statistical Services
Our biostatistician offers a complementary initial consultation, guidance on study methodology, and analysis of data sets. Analysis carries a cost-recovery charge of $75 per hour.
Contact Victor.Espinosa@islandhealth.ca for information.
Contact Information
General Inquiries & Support:
Victor Espinosa
250-519-7700 ext. 13198
Victor.Espinosa@islandhealth.ca