Community, Volunteers with in Canada, British Columbia.
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Vitalabs is currently seeking participants who have tested positive for COVID-19 to join a groundbreaking COVID-19 treatment study.
Who Can Participate?
• Tested positive for COVID-19 with symptoms starting within the last 5 days
• Aged 18-49 with one or more chronic conditions
• Aged 50+ regardless of health statusHow is the Study Performed?
1. After determining if you are eligible, you will be asked to take a COVID medication approved by Health Canada or follow public health advice for COVID.
2. You will be required to complete an online diary for 2 weeks (14 days) from the signup date.
3. Virtual follow-up appointments will occur on Days 21, 28, and 90, with one final check-in during week 36.Will I Be Compensated?
Yes! You will receive $30 after every virtual appointment, starting from enrollment, for a maximum payout of $120 for 4 completed appointments.About the Study
• Our goal is to identify safe, effective, affordable, and evidence-based medications to benefit the community.
• Help prevent post-COVID conditions or long-COVID, allowing people to have fewer symptoms and recover faster.
• Open to adults aged 18-49 with one or more chronic conditions and those aged 50+ regardless of health status, as long as they have tested positive for COVID-19 with symptoms starting within the last five days.
• Directly influence standards of care for COVID-19 infection in community settings in Canada and around the world.
• Supported by $10 million in grants from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Health Canada, and the Public Health Agency of Canada.
• Collaborating with 30+ partner organizations, engaging diverse populations across Canada to evaluate the clinical and cost effectiveness of medications for COVID-19.To secure your spot in our COVID-19 Treatment Trial and be part of a vital research effort, contact us today!
Vitalabs.clinic/covid-19
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In this project, volunteers will support a fishing community to protect, preserve and plant more mangrove forests, and improve the income generation opportunities for local fishermen. International volunteers have been nursing and planting more than 50,000 mangroves every year. The presence of volunteers has also enabled the community to become a very attractive eco-tourism site since 2014. It attracts thousands of tourists every year, so besides earning from fishing, local people are now also providing services for tourists to generate more income.
The project welcomes individuals who are passionate about the environment and hands-on conservation work. Volunteers will be working as active promoters of environmental and sea life preservation, and enjoying the natural environment at the same time.
Volunteers' main tasks will be organizing workshops with local people to promote the importance of mangrove forests to people, collecting mangrove seeds, seedlings, and planting mangroves in a protected area while maintaining the already planted mangroves.
Project dates:
January 14 - January 26, 2024
February 4 - February 16, 2024
March 3 - March 15, 2024More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-cambodia
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Participate in the Light Therapy and Ion Therapy study to explore an alternative path to wellness.
Participants wanted: UBC Mood Disorders Centre is conducting a feasibility study on long-term light and ion therapy for maintaining depression treatment. Seeking individuals aged 19-65, diagnosed with major depressive disorder, currently on antidepressants for 3-12 months, considering stopping medication, and in remission. Involves 6 months of daily device use, self-assessments, and doctor assessments. Half the devices are inactive (placebo). Compensation: an honorarium per in-person visit. Contact Lam.MDDResearch2@ubc.ca for details and enrollment.
Learn more: https://mood.med.ubc.ca/clinical-research-programs/unipolar-depression-studies/
Sign up: https://forms.gle/RgBjYa4bRkczEdBy7
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2 weeks volunteering in Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this international volunteer project will be in forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna. Volunteers will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The work might involve work around the property, painting or fixing things. During the winter, volunteers will also have to help remove snow and keep the walk paths clear for the residents.Project dates: December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024
More details available at https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
CADIP Affordable Volunteering Abroad: https://cadip.org
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Embark on a Journey Towards Mental Well-Being. Join Our Research: Feasibility Study on Long-Term Light and Ion Therapy for Depression Maintenance Treatment.
The UBC Mood Disorders Centre at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health invites participants for a groundbreaking study delving into the efficacy of non-medication treatments—light therapy and ion therapy—as maintenance options for major depression. Our focus is on understanding the factors influencing these treatments as alternatives to medications, specifically for individuals with Major Depressive Disorders aiming to discontinue antidepressant treatment.
We are seeking individuals who:
Are 19-65 years old
Meet the criteria for major depressive disorder (not bipolar disorder) and have experienced two or more depressive episodes
Currently use antidepressants for at least 3 months, up to 12 months, with no recent dose changes
Are interested in or considering stopping antidepressant treatment
Are in a state of well-being (no longer experiencing depression) and in remission, as confirmed by a clinical interview
Do not exhibit a seasonal pattern of depressive episodes (seasonal affective disorder)
Have no other major medical or psychiatric conditions (except for major depressive disorder)
Do not have a current or recent (within the past 6 months) issue with substance use.Participation involves daily use of a bright light device or ion device provided by our clinic for 6 months. Additionally, participants will regularly complete self-rated scales and meet with the study doctor for assessments. Notably, half of the treatment devices are inactive (placebo), providing a 1 in 2 chance of receiving an active or inactive device.
Participants will receive $15 per in-person study visit to offset participation costs.
This study, led by Dr. Raymond Lam at the Mood Disorders Centre, UBC Hospital, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in mental health.
For more information and enrollment details, please contact us at Lam.MDDResearch2@ubc.ca.
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In this project, volunteers will support a fishing community to protect, preserve and plant more mangrove forests, and improve the income generation opportunities for local fishermen. International volunteers have been nursing and planting more than 50,000 mangroves every year. The presence of volunteers has also enabled the community to become a very attractive eco-tourism site since 2014. It attracts thousands of tourists every year, so besides earning from fishing, local people are now also providing services for tourists to generate more income.
The project welcomes individuals who are passionate about the environment and hands-on conservation work. Volunteers will be working as active promoters of environmental and sea life preservation, and enjoying the natural environment at the same time.
Volunteers' main tasks will be organizing workshops with local people to promote the importance of mangrove forests to people, collecting mangrove seeds, seedlings, and planting mangroves in a protected area while maintaining the already planted mangroves.
Project dates:
June 5 - June 16, 2023
July 3 - July 14, 2023
July 31 - August 11, 2023
August 14 - August 25, 2023
October 2 - October 13, 2023
November 13 - November 24, 2023
December 18 - December 29, 2023
January 14 - January 26, 2024
February 4 - February 16, 2024
March 3 - March 15, 2024More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-cambodia
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2 weeks volunteering in Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this international volunteer project will be in forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna. Volunteers will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The work might involve work around the property, painting or fixing things. During the winter, volunteers will also have to help remove snow and keep the walk paths clear for the residents.Project dates:
July 10 - July 24, 2023
July 24 - August 7, 2023
August 7 - August 21, 2023
August 21 - September 4, 2023
September 4 - September 18, 2023
September 18 - October 2, 2023
October 16 - October 30, 2023
October 30 - November 13, 2023
November 13 - November 27, 2023
November 27 - December 11, 2023
December 11 - December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024More details available at https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
CADIP Affordable Volunteering Abroad: https://cadip.org
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Do you use alcohol and cannabis? You may be eligible to participate in a cannabis research study!
The Behavioral Reward Affect + Impulsivity Neuroscience (B.R.A.I.N.) Lab at the University of British Columbia is conducting an exciting study investigating the short-term effects of cannabis consumption!
Study title: Cannabis and Polysubstance Use: Response Inhibition and Stress Exposure
Principal Investigator: Dr. Christian Schütz, MD, PhD
What is this study about?
The goal of the study is to assess the effects of cannabis oil in individuals who use recreational cannabis and binge-drink.What does my participation involve?
The study involves taking cannabis oil during three sessions and completing MRI scans, computer tasks, questionnaires, and biological samples. If you participate, you will attend 5 in-person sessions and complete a daily survey at home for a total of approximately 24 hours. You will receive a paid honorarium and an image of your brain for your participation!How do I get involved?
If you are interested, please contact the B.R.A.I.N. Lab at the email or phone number linked above.Ethics ID: H20-03441
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This preliminary questionnaire is intended to recruit participants for a main study that seeks to understand perceptions of at-home DNA testing companies intended for humans (like 23AndMe and AncestryDNA).
You will be asked to first complete a 10 minute pre-screening questionnaire, then (if eligible) be invited to a Zoom interview in which you will participate in an interview about your experience and thoughts relating to DNA-testing. You will not be asked to disclose any personal information.
Participants will be compensated $20 via INTERAC e-transfer for the interview. No compensation will be offered for the pre-screening survey.
To be eligible, you must:
● Reside within Canada
● Be at least 18 years of age
● Be able to speak English fluentlyIf you are interested in participating, please complete the pre-screener at the following link: https://cuhealth.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahk7OPTc2ZKbH8O
The main researcher of the study is Khadija Baig, who can be contacted at khadija.baig@carleton.ca. They are supervised by Dr. Sonia Chiasson in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University.
The ethics protocol for this research has been cleared by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (CUREB-B Clearance #117746). If you have any ethical concerns with the study, please contact CUREB-B at 613-520-2600 ext. 4085 or at ethics@carleton.ca
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Light and Ion therapy for Maintenance Treatment in Depression (LIMIT-D Study)
What’s the purpose of this study?
This study explores the use of two separate non-medication treatments, light therapy and ion therapy, as a substitute for antidepressant medications to prevent return of symptoms when stopping antidepressants.Who can participate in this study?
You may be eligible to participate if:
• You have taken an antidepressant for depression, for at least 3 months and no more than 12 months;
• You are no longer depressed but want to stop medications;
• You are between 19-65 years old;
• You are willing to use a study device for 30 minutes/day at home for
6 months.For more information, please email Lam.mddresearch2@ubc.ca call 604-822-0332.
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Are you an adult diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a virtual research study to help us better understand how FASD affects your health.
Interested? Get in touch with us!
Email: adulthealth.fasd@ubc.ca
Phone: 604-813-7519Or you can fill out this form, and we will contact you!
Contact form: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dpcQRpp2wHYZNoq
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In this project, volunteers will support a fishing community to protect, preserve and plant more mangrove forests, and improve the income generation opportunities for local fishermen. International volunteers have been nursing and planting more than 50,000 mangroves every year. The presence of volunteers has also enabled the community to become a very attractive eco-tourism site since 2014. It attracts thousands of tourists every year, so besides earning from fishing, local people are now also providing services for tourists to generate more income.
The project welcomes individuals who are passionate about the environment and hands-on conservation work. Volunteers will be working as active promoters of environmental and sea life preservation, and enjoying the natural environment at the same time.
Volunteers' main tasks will be organizing workshops with local people to promote the importance of mangrove forests to people, collecting mangrove seeds, seedlings, and planting mangroves in a protected area while maintaining the already planted mangroves.
Project dates:
June 5 - June 16, 2023
July 3 - July 14, 2023
July 31 - August 11, 2023
August 14 - August 25, 2023
October 2 - October 13, 2023
November 13 - November 24, 2023
December 18 - December 29, 2023
January 14 - January 26, 2024
February 4 - February 16, 2024
March 3 - March 15, 2024More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-cambodia
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2 weeks volunteering in Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this international volunteer project will be in forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna. Volunteers will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The work might involve work around the property, painting or fixing things. During the winter, volunteers will also have to help remove snow and keep the walk paths clear for the residents.Project dates:
July 10 - July 24, 2023
July 24 - August 7, 2023
August 7 - August 21, 2023
August 21 - September 4, 2023
September 4 - September 18, 2023
September 18 - October 2, 2023
October 16 - October 30, 2023
October 30 - November 13, 2023
November 13 - November 27, 2023
November 27 - December 11, 2023
December 11 - December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024More details available at https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
CADIP Affordable Volunteering Abroad: https://cadip.org
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Do you use alcohol and cannabis? You may be eligible to participate in a cannabis research study!
The Behavioral Reward Affect + Impulsivity Neuroscience (B.R.A.I.N.) Lab at the University of British Columbia is conducting an exciting study investigating the short-term effects of cannabis consumption!
Study title: Cannabis and Polysubstance Use: Response Inhibition and Stress Exposure
Principal Investigator: Dr. Christian Schütz, MD, PhD
What is this study about?
The goal of the study is to assess the effects of cannabis oil in individuals who use recreational cannabis and binge-drink.What does my participation involve?
The study involves taking cannabis oil during three sessions and completing MRI scans, computer tasks, questionnaires, and biological samples. If you participate, you will attend 5 in-person sessions and complete a daily survey at home for a total of approximately 24 hours. You will receive a paid honorarium and an image of your brain for your participation!How do I get involved?
If you are interested, please contact the B.R.A.I.N. Lab at the email or phone number linked above.Ethics ID: H20-03441
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This preliminary questionnaire is intended to recruit participants for a main study that seeks to understand perceptions of at-home DNA testing companies intended for humans (like 23AndMe and AncestryDNA).
You will be asked to first complete a 10 minute pre-screening questionnaire, then (if eligible) be invited to a Zoom interview in which you will participate in an interview about your experience and thoughts relating to DNA-testing. You will not be asked to disclose any personal information.
Participants will be compensated $20 via INTERAC e-transfer for the interview. No compensation will be offered for the pre-screening survey.
To be eligible, you must:
● Reside within Canada
● Be at least 18 years of age
● Be able to speak English fluentlyIf you are interested in participating, please complete the pre-screener at the following link: https://cuhealth.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahk7OPTc2ZKbH8O
The main researcher of the study is Khadija Baig, who can be contacted at khadija.baig@carleton.ca. They are supervised by Dr. Sonia Chiasson in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University.
The ethics protocol for this research has been cleared by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (CUREB-B Clearance #117746). If you have any ethical concerns with the study, please contact CUREB-B at 613-520-2600 ext. 4085 or at ethics@carleton.ca
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Light and Ion therapy for Maintenance Treatment in Depression (LIMIT-D Study)
What’s the purpose of this study?
This study explores the use of two separate non-medication treatments, light therapy and ion therapy, as a substitute for antidepressant medications to prevent return of symptoms when stopping antidepressants.Who can participate in this study?
You may be eligible to participate if:
• You have taken an antidepressant for depression, for at least 3 months and no more than 12 months;
• You are no longer depressed but want to stop medications;
• You are between 19-65 years old;
• You are willing to use a study device for 30 minutes/day at home for
6 months.For more information, please email Lam.mddresearch2@ubc.ca call 604-822-0332.
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Are you an adult diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a virtual research study to help us better understand how FASD affects your health.
Interested? Get in touch with us!
Email: adulthealth.fasd@ubc.ca
Phone: 604-813-7519Or you can fill out this form, and we will contact you!
Contact form: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dpcQRpp2wHYZNoq
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who binge eat to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).
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The CPD Lab at Queen’s University is looking at individuals who are experiencing psychosis to understand more about interpersonal relationships and well-being.
If you take part in the study, you will be asked to complete an online survey about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and your experiences with relationships and sexuality. You will also complete some online tasks that require you to view and answer questions about different images and videos. Finally, you will be asked to provide some demographic information. The study is completed over Zoom and takes approximately 2 hours to complete. You will receive $30 compensation for your time.
Inclusion Criteria
To participate in the study, we have several inclusion criteria:
1. You must be living in Canada.
2. You must be between the ages of 18 and 30.
3. You must have experienced psychosis for the first time in the last 5 years, and have been involved in an early intervention program or another treatment program.If you think you meet these criteria and are interested in learning more or participating, please contact us at care.study@queensu.ca or 613-533-6000 ext. 78478.
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2-week teaching English in one of the secondary schools in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. This can also be done through informal activities such as singing songs, games, etc.
The international group of volunteers will also help with some renovation work at the school and organize several workshops with children on environmental awareness and forest conservation.Project dates:
September 4 - September 17, 2023
October 2 - October 15, 2023More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-mongolia
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who are comfortable with their eating to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who binge eat to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).
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The CPD Lab at Queen’s University is looking at individuals who are experiencing psychosis to understand more about interpersonal relationships and well-being.
If you take part in the study, you will be asked to complete an online survey about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and your experiences with relationships and sexuality. You will also complete some online tasks that require you to view and answer questions about different images and videos. Finally, you will be asked to provide some demographic information. The study is completed over Zoom and takes approximately 2 hours to complete. You will receive $30 compensation for your time.
Inclusion Criteria
To participate in the study, we have several inclusion criteria:
1. You must be living in Canada.
2. You must be between the ages of 18 and 30.
3. You must have experienced psychosis for the first time in the last 5 years, and have been involved in an early intervention program or another treatment program.If you think you meet these criteria and are interested in learning more or participating, please contact us at care.study@queensu.ca or 613-533-6000 ext. 78478.
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2-week teaching English in one of the secondary schools in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. This can also be done through informal activities such as singing songs, games, etc.
The international group of volunteers will also help with some renovation work at the school and organize several workshops with children on environmental awareness and forest conservation.Project dates:
September 4 - September 17, 2023
October 2 - October 15, 2023More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-mongolia
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Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village, is located in southwest Iceland, 80 kilometres (50 miles) east of Reykjavík. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this project will be in the forestry, called Ölur, and also in the greenhouses, which are called Sunna. Volunteers will work in the greenhouses, planting and harvesting vegetables, weed control and sometimes gardening. The work may also include painting or fixing things around the property. During the winter, volunteers will help remove the snow and keep the walkways clear.
Project dates:
July 10 - July 24, 2023
July 24 - August 7, 2023
August 7 - August 21, 2023
August 21 - September 4, 2023
September 4 - September 18, 2023
September 18 - October 2, 2023
October 16 - October 30, 2023
October 30 - November 13, 2023
November 13 - November 27, 2023
November 27 - December 11, 2023
December 11 - December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024For more information and application, please visit: http://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
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This preliminary questionnaire is intended to recruit participants for a main study that seeks to understand perceptions of at-home DNA testing companies intended for humans (like 23AndMe and AncestryDNA).
You will be asked to first complete a 10 minute pre-screening questionnaire, then (if eligible) be invited to a Zoom interview in which you will participate in an interview about your experience and thoughts relating to DNA-testing. You will not be asked to disclose any personal information.
Participants will be compensated $20 via INTERAC e-transfer for the interview. No compensation will be offered for the pre-screening survey.
To be eligible, you must:
● Reside within Canada
● Be at least 18 years of age
● Be able to speak English fluentlyIf you are interested in participating, please complete the pre-screener at the following link: https://cuhealth.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahk7OPTc2ZKbH8O
The main researcher of the study is Khadija Baig, who can be contacted at khadija.baig@carleton.ca. They are supervised by Dr. Sonia Chiasson in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University.
The ethics protocol for this research has been cleared by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (CUREB-B Clearance #117746). If you have any ethical concerns with the study, please contact CUREB-B at 613-520-2600 ext. 4085 or at ethics@carleton.ca
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who are comfortable with their eating to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).
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Maintaining the natural landscape of Oued el Kanar
Oued el Kanar valley is in the Moroccan High Atlas Mountains. It is considered a highly preserved valley due to its nature and the traditional way of living of the local people.The project was established by members of the local community with the aim to raise environmental awareness. Its major focus is on mitigation of the effects of climate change and fostering intercultural education among the local community. The project is based in Ouad Kanar village in the north of Morocco, close to Chefchaouane and Tetouan. It is situated 90 km from Chefchaouane city, in an area that is famed for its cultural diversity. The volunteers will be hosted in a hostel and will be able to experience the cultural diversity and learn to live with and interact with members of the host community in an atmosphere of cooperation and solidarity. This project has hosted previously both local and international volunteers and it has great potential for replicating its activities in equally challenging circumstances in other regions of Morocco.
Dates: August 15 - August 28, 2023
Find out more about this and other volunteer opportunities in Morocco at: http://cadip.org/volunteer-in-morocco
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Are you an adult diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a virtual research study to help us better understand how FASD affects your health.
Interested? Get in touch with us!
Email: adulthealth.fasd@ubc.ca
Phone: 604-813-7519Or you can fill out this form, and we will contact you!
Contact form: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dpcQRpp2wHYZNoq
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Looking for skilled and fabulous individuals to create a high quality video about educating new parents about how to prepare and care for their babies born with a cleft lip and cleft palate for people in rural, lower economic backgrounds in India.
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In this project, volunteers will support a fishing community to protect, preserve and plant more mangrove forests, and improve the income generation opportunities for local fishermen. International volunteers have been nursing and planting more than 50,000 mangroves every year. The presence of volunteers has also enabled the community to become a very attractive eco-tourism site since 2014. It attracts thousands of tourists every year, so besides earning from fishing, local people are now also providing services for tourists to generate more income.
The project welcomes individuals who are passionate about the environment and hands-on conservation work. Volunteers will be working as active promoters of environmental and sea life preservation, and enjoying the natural environment at the same time.
Volunteers' main tasks will be organizing workshops with local people to promote the importance of mangrove forests to people, collecting mangrove seeds, seedlings, and planting mangroves in a protected area while maintaining the already planted mangroves.
Project dates:
June 5 - June 16, 2023
July 3 - July 14, 2023
July 31 - August 11, 2023
August 14 - August 25, 2023
October 2 - October 13, 2023
November 13 - November 24, 2023
December 18 - December 29, 2023
January 14 - January 26, 2024
February 4 - February 16, 2024
March 3 - March 15, 2024More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-cambodia
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2 weeks volunteering in Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this international volunteer project will be in forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna. Volunteers will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The work might involve work around the property, painting or fixing things. During the winter, volunteers will also have to help remove snow and keep the walk paths clear for the residents.Project dates:
July 10 - July 24, 2023
July 24 - August 7, 2023
August 7 - August 21, 2023
August 21 - September 4, 2023
September 4 - September 18, 2023
September 18 - October 2, 2023
October 16 - October 30, 2023
October 30 - November 13, 2023
November 13 - November 27, 2023
November 27 - December 11, 2023
December 11 - December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024More details available at https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
CADIP Affordable Volunteering Abroad: https://cadip.org
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Do you use alcohol and cannabis? You may be eligible to participate in a cannabis research study!
The Behavioral Reward Affect + Impulsivity Neuroscience (B.R.A.I.N.) Lab at the University of British Columbia is conducting an exciting study investigating the short-term effects of cannabis consumption!
Study title: Cannabis and Polysubstance Use: Response Inhibition and Stress Exposure
Principal Investigator: Dr. Christian Schütz, MD, PhD
What is this study about?
The goal of the study is to assess the effects of cannabis oil in individuals who use recreational cannabis and binge-drink.What does my participation involve?
The study involves taking cannabis oil during three sessions and completing MRI scans, computer tasks, questionnaires, and biological samples. If you participate, you will attend 5 in-person sessions and complete a daily survey at home for a total of approximately 24 hours. You will receive a paid honorarium and an image of your brain for your participation!How do I get involved?
If you are interested, please contact the B.R.A.I.N. Lab at the email or phone number linked above.Ethics ID: H20-03441
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This preliminary questionnaire is intended to recruit participants for a main study that seeks to understand perceptions of at-home DNA testing companies intended for humans (like 23AndMe and AncestryDNA).
You will be asked to first complete a 10 minute pre-screening questionnaire, then (if eligible) be invited to a Zoom interview in which you will participate in an interview about your experience and thoughts relating to DNA-testing. You will not be asked to disclose any personal information.
Participants will be compensated $20 via INTERAC e-transfer for the interview. No compensation will be offered for the pre-screening survey.
To be eligible, you must:
● Reside within Canada
● Be at least 18 years of age
● Be able to speak English fluentlyIf you are interested in participating, please complete the pre-screener at the following link: https://cuhealth.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahk7OPTc2ZKbH8O
The main researcher of the study is Khadija Baig, who can be contacted at khadija.baig@carleton.ca. They are supervised by Dr. Sonia Chiasson in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University.
The ethics protocol for this research has been cleared by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (CUREB-B Clearance #117746). If you have any ethical concerns with the study, please contact CUREB-B at 613-520-2600 ext. 4085 or at ethics@carleton.ca
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Light and Ion therapy for Maintenance Treatment in Depression (LIMIT-D Study)
What’s the purpose of this study?
This study explores the use of two separate non-medication treatments, light therapy and ion therapy, as a substitute for antidepressant medications to prevent return of symptoms when stopping antidepressants.Who can participate in this study?
You may be eligible to participate if:
• You have taken an antidepressant for depression, for at least 3 months and no more than 12 months;
• You are no longer depressed but want to stop medications;
• You are between 19-65 years old;
• You are willing to use a study device for 30 minutes/day at home for
6 months.For more information, please email Lam.mddresearch2@ubc.ca call 604-822-0332.
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who binge eat to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).
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The CPD Lab at Queen’s University is looking at individuals who are experiencing psychosis to understand more about interpersonal relationships and well-being.
If you take part in the study, you will be asked to complete an online survey about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and your experiences with relationships and sexuality. You will also complete some online tasks that require you to view and answer questions about different images and videos. Finally, you will be asked to provide some demographic information. The study is completed over Zoom and takes approximately 2 hours to complete. You will receive $30 compensation for your time.
Inclusion Criteria
To participate in the study, we have several inclusion criteria:
1. You must be living in Canada.
2. You must be between the ages of 18 and 30.
3. You must have experienced psychosis for the first time in the last 5 years, and have been involved in an early intervention program or another treatment program.If you think you meet these criteria and are interested in learning more or participating, please contact us at care.study@queensu.ca or 613-533-6000 ext. 78478.
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2-week teaching English in one of the secondary schools in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. This can also be done through informal activities such as singing songs, games, etc.
The international group of volunteers will also help with some renovation work at the school and organize several workshops with children on environmental awareness and forest conservation.Project dates:
September 4 - September 17, 2023
October 2 - October 15, 2023More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-mongolia
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Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village, is located in southwest Iceland, 80 kilometres (50 miles) east of Reykjavík. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this project will be in the forestry, called Ölur, and also in the greenhouses, which are called Sunna. Volunteers will work in the greenhouses, planting and harvesting vegetables, weed control and sometimes gardening. The work may also include painting or fixing things around the property. During the winter, volunteers will help remove the snow and keep the walkways clear.
Project dates:
July 10 - July 24, 2023
July 24 - August 7, 2023
August 7 - August 21, 2023
August 21 - September 4, 2023
September 4 - September 18, 2023
September 18 - October 2, 2023
October 16 - October 30, 2023
October 30 - November 13, 2023
November 13 - November 27, 2023
November 27 - December 11, 2023
December 11 - December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024For more information and application, please visit: http://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
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This preliminary questionnaire is intended to recruit participants for a main study that seeks to understand perceptions of at-home DNA testing companies intended for humans (like 23AndMe and AncestryDNA).
You will be asked to first complete a 10 minute pre-screening questionnaire, then (if eligible) be invited to a Zoom interview in which you will participate in an interview about your experience and thoughts relating to DNA-testing. You will not be asked to disclose any personal information.
Participants will be compensated $20 via INTERAC e-transfer for the interview. No compensation will be offered for the pre-screening survey.
To be eligible, you must:
● Reside within Canada
● Be at least 18 years of age
● Be able to speak English fluentlyIf you are interested in participating, please complete the pre-screener at the following link: https://cuhealth.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahk7OPTc2ZKbH8O
The main researcher of the study is Khadija Baig, who can be contacted at khadija.baig@carleton.ca. They are supervised by Dr. Sonia Chiasson in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University.
The ethics protocol for this research has been cleared by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (CUREB-B Clearance #117746). If you have any ethical concerns with the study, please contact CUREB-B at 613-520-2600 ext. 4085 or at ethics@carleton.ca
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who are comfortable with their eating to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).
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Maintaining the natural landscape of Oued el Kanar
Oued el Kanar valley is in the Moroccan High Atlas Mountains. It is considered a highly preserved valley due to its nature and the traditional way of living of the local people.The project was established by members of the local community with the aim to raise environmental awareness. Its major focus is on mitigation of the effects of climate change and fostering intercultural education among the local community. The project is based in Ouad Kanar village in the north of Morocco, close to Chefchaouane and Tetouan. It is situated 90 km from Chefchaouane city, in an area that is famed for its cultural diversity. The volunteers will be hosted in a hostel and will be able to experience the cultural diversity and learn to live with and interact with members of the host community in an atmosphere of cooperation and solidarity. This project has hosted previously both local and international volunteers and it has great potential for replicating its activities in equally challenging circumstances in other regions of Morocco.
Dates: August 15 - August 28, 2023
Find out more about this and other volunteer opportunities in Morocco at: http://cadip.org/volunteer-in-morocco
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In this project, volunteers will support a fishing community to protect, preserve and plant more mangrove forests, and improve the income generation opportunities for local fishermen. International volunteers have been nursing and planting more than 50,000 mangroves every year. The presence of volunteers has also enabled the community to become a very attractive eco-tourism site since 2014. It attracts thousands of tourists every year, so besides earning from fishing, local people are now also providing services for tourists to generate more income.
The project welcomes individuals who are passionate about the environment and hands-on conservation work. Volunteers will be working as active promoters of environmental and sea life preservation, and enjoying the natural environment at the same time.
Volunteers' main tasks will be organizing workshops with local people to promote the importance of mangrove forests to people, collecting mangrove seeds, seedlings, and planting mangroves in a protected area while maintaining the already planted mangroves.
Project dates:
June 5 - June 16, 2023
July 3 - July 14, 2023
July 31 - August 11, 2023
August 14 - August 25, 2023
October 2 - October 13, 2023
November 13 - November 24, 2023
December 18 - December 29, 2023
January 14 - January 26, 2024
February 4 - February 16, 2024
March 3 - March 15, 2024More info at: https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-cambodia
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2 weeks volunteering in Sólheimar, Iceland‘s first and only eco-village. The heart of the Sólheimar ideology is to give all individuals a fair chance and to maximize their potential. By focusing on individuals' abilities instead of their limitations, Sólheimar aims to create the space for each resident to take every opportunity that arises for each person to grow and develop. Versatility is the strength of Sólheimar so people with special needs that reside here will always be the center of the community. This works through the idea of reverse integration: those without special needs adapt to the abilities of those who do, they can work together to make their community an equal and sustainable one. The foundation of the ideology of Sólheimar derives from the visions and lifework of Sesselja herself.
Sólheimar is a pioneer in practicing organic farming. In Sólheimar, there is an organically certified greenhouse, forestry, and arboretum. Other environmentally-friendly projects in Sólheimar include geothermal energy and recycling.
The main work in this international volunteer project will be in forestry called Ölur and also in the greenhouses which are called Sunna. Volunteers will be working in the greenhouses planting and harvesting vegetables, doing weed control and sometimes you will also be gardening. The work might involve work around the property, painting or fixing things. During the winter, volunteers will also have to help remove snow and keep the walk paths clear for the residents.Project dates:
July 10 - July 24, 2023
July 24 - August 7, 2023
August 7 - August 21, 2023
August 21 - September 4, 2023
September 4 - September 18, 2023
September 18 - October 2, 2023
October 16 - October 30, 2023
October 30 - November 13, 2023
November 13 - November 27, 2023
November 27 - December 11, 2023
December 11 - December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023 - January 8, 2024More details available at https://cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland
CADIP Affordable Volunteering Abroad: https://cadip.org
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Do you use alcohol and cannabis? You may be eligible to participate in a cannabis research study!
The Behavioral Reward Affect + Impulsivity Neuroscience (B.R.A.I.N.) Lab at the University of British Columbia is conducting an exciting study investigating the short-term effects of cannabis consumption!
Study title: Cannabis and Polysubstance Use: Response Inhibition and Stress Exposure
Principal Investigator: Dr. Christian Schütz, MD, PhD
What is this study about?
The goal of the study is to assess the effects of cannabis oil in individuals who use recreational cannabis and binge-drink.What does my participation involve?
The study involves taking cannabis oil during three sessions and completing MRI scans, computer tasks, questionnaires, and biological samples. If you participate, you will attend 5 in-person sessions and complete a daily survey at home for a total of approximately 24 hours. You will receive a paid honorarium and an image of your brain for your participation!How do I get involved?
If you are interested, please contact the B.R.A.I.N. Lab at the email or phone number linked above.Ethics ID: H20-03441
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This preliminary questionnaire is intended to recruit participants for a main study that seeks to understand perceptions of at-home DNA testing companies intended for humans (like 23AndMe and AncestryDNA).
You will be asked to first complete a 10 minute pre-screening questionnaire, then (if eligible) be invited to a Zoom interview in which you will participate in an interview about your experience and thoughts relating to DNA-testing. You will not be asked to disclose any personal information.
Participants will be compensated $20 via INTERAC e-transfer for the interview. No compensation will be offered for the pre-screening survey.
To be eligible, you must:
● Reside within Canada
● Be at least 18 years of age
● Be able to speak English fluentlyIf you are interested in participating, please complete the pre-screener at the following link: https://cuhealth.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ahk7OPTc2ZKbH8O
The main researcher of the study is Khadija Baig, who can be contacted at khadija.baig@carleton.ca. They are supervised by Dr. Sonia Chiasson in the School of Computer Science at Carleton University.
The ethics protocol for this research has been cleared by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (CUREB-B Clearance #117746). If you have any ethical concerns with the study, please contact CUREB-B at 613-520-2600 ext. 4085 or at ethics@carleton.ca
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Light and Ion therapy for Maintenance Treatment in Depression (LIMIT-D Study)
What’s the purpose of this study?
This study explores the use of two separate non-medication treatments, light therapy and ion therapy, as a substitute for antidepressant medications to prevent return of symptoms when stopping antidepressants.Who can participate in this study?
You may be eligible to participate if:
• You have taken an antidepressant for depression, for at least 3 months and no more than 12 months;
• You are no longer depressed but want to stop medications;
• You are between 19-65 years old;
• You are willing to use a study device for 30 minutes/day at home for
6 months.For more information, please email Lam.mddresearch2@ubc.ca call 604-822-0332.
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Are you an adult diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a virtual research study to help us better understand how FASD affects your health.
Interested? Get in touch with us!
Email: adulthealth.fasd@ubc.ca
Phone: 604-813-7519Or you can fill out this form, and we will contact you!
Contact form: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dpcQRpp2wHYZNoq
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Looking for skilled and fabulous individuals to create a high quality video about educating new parents about how to prepare and care for their babies born with a cleft lip and cleft palate for people in rural, lower economic backgrounds in India.
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University of Calgary researchers are seeking men who binge eat to help us learn more about the role of personality and stigma toward weight in eating behaviours. Participation will take approximately 2.5 hours in total over 3 months. If you are eligible, you can enter several draws for a chance to win up to $350 CAD value Amazon gift cards. English-speaking participants are welcome regardless of nationality.
For more information, please contact Alyssa at eating@ucalgary.ca.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board (REB-21-0820).