Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
Research involving humans will meet the requirements of the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
Human Pluripotent Stem Cells
Research involving human pluripotent stem cells is required to adhere to the Updated Guidelines for Human Pluripotent Stem Cells Research posted on the CIHR Web site
Experimental Animals
Research requiring the use of animals will be conducted in accordance with the policies and guidelines of the Canadian Council on Animal Care: Guide to the Care and Use of Experimental Animals (Volume 1 and 2) and hold a valid Certificate of Good Animal Practice (GAP)
Radioactive Materials
Research involving radioactive materials must comply with all Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) regulations, recommended procedures, and safety precautions governing the use of such materials in Canada
Environmental Impact
Research activities having potential effects on the environment must adhere to the Environmental Review Policy for Networks Receiving NCE Funds
Controlled Information
Research involving controlled information must comply with all laws and regulations regarding Controlled Information, including, but not limited to, the Defence Production Act, Export Control Regulations, and the Controlled Goods Regulations before, during or after the tenure of a grant from the NCE. The Network Member will ensure subsequent documentation required by the Network, including all reports and strategic plans, will not include information subject to restrictions or controls under theExport and Import Permits Act or its regulations, the Export Control Regulations or the Controlled Goods Regulations
Research Performed in Northern Canada
Research performed in the Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut must be accompanied by the appropriate licenses for all researchers. Research in the North should be governed by a set of ethical principles as described in the publication by the Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies titled Ethical Principles for the Conduct of Research in the North
Aboriginal People
Research involving Aboriginal People must adhere to the CIHR Guidelines for Health Research Involving Aboriginal People