Evaluating the barriers to accessing autism supports and services in Saskatchewan

Opportunity details

Position type

Participant

Number of positions available

20

Organization

Department of Pediatrics, University of Saskatchewan

Role overview

We are seeking caregivers of children with autism to share their experiences accessing autism supports and services in Saskatchewan. Your input will help us better understand existing barriers and how services can be improved to better meet the needs of families. Your participation is voluntary and confidential, and your feedback will contribute to improving support systems for families across the province. This study has been reviewed and approved by the University of Saskatchewan Behavioural Research Ethics Board (Beh ID 5314). To access the survey directly, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://redcap.usask.ca/redcap/surveys/?s=J7DCJ7NHTKLKTE3L

Required knowledge, experience, skills

You may be eligible to participate if you: Are the parent or caregiver of a child diagnosed with autism Your child is between the ages of 0-18 years You currently reside in Saskatchewan

Time commitment

Participation involves completing a brief questionnaire, which will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.

Location

Virtual

What can you expect from the research team?

As a participant in this study, you can expect clear communication from the research team about the purpose, process, and your eligibility. The research team commits to keeping participation to approximately 30 minutes. Responses will be kept confidential and used only for research purposes. Participants’ insights will help identify service gaps and inform improvements to autism supports in Saskatchewan.

Supports available to participate

Patient participants may contact the research team for aid in completing the survey if needed.

Submission of interest deadline

January 1, 2026