Ethics in Practice
Navigating Research Ethics in Applied Research Projects with Business, Industry, and Community
A five-part event series | Originally held from June-October 2025
What happens when ethical questions arise in the middle of a research project? How do you navigate competing priorities from industry, community, and academic partners?
Explore NorQuest Applied Research’s Ethics in Practice series, a dynamic five-part initiative designed to spark meaningful conversations about research ethics in real-world, collaborative environments. Through on-demand webinars and session resources, discover the five principles of research ethics from the perspective of ethical dilemmas, institutional responsibilities, and the practical side of doing research with business, industry, and community partners.
Session resources
Explore, reflect, and engage with the core principles from the Ethics in Practice series through case studies, practical tools, and supporting materials. While live sessions offered rich discussion and interactive learning, these resources are designed to extend the conversation and provide ongoing guidance for ethical, inclusive, and responsible research practices.
Addressing conflicts of interest in research funding
How can researchers stay objective when industry funding and influence are involved? This session explores one of the most pressing ethical dilemmas in applied research: managing conflicts of interest. Dive into the resources below to reflect on how transparency, trust-building, and strong ethical standards can help researchers navigate collaborative environments with integrity.
Date: June 27, 2025
Facilitator: Dr. Martin Boucher, Research Chair in Sustainability, NorQuest College
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Ethically sound community-based research with Black and racialized communities
How can researchers honour principles like respect, consent, and justice in community-based research? This session highlights practical strategies for building trust, co-creating research goals, and engaging equitably with historically marginalized communities. Watch the video and explore the resources below to reflect on how ethical principles can be meaningfully applied across diverse research contexts.
Date: July 30, 2025
Facilitator: Dr. Bukola Salami, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Black and Racialized People’s Health, Department of Community Health Sciences, Cuming School of Medicine, University of Calgary
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Ethically sound community-based research with Black and racialized communities (presentation)
Ensuring fairness and equity in participant recruitment and sampling
How can researchers design participant models that are both robust and inclusive? This session explores the challenges of recruiting diverse participants and highlights how Canada’s Tri-Council Policy can guide equitable approaches. Explore the resources below to reflect on practical strategies for building fairness and balance into participant recruitment and sampling.
Date: August 28, 2025
Facilitator: Brooke Leifso, Research Chair in Workplace Inclusion and Accessibility, Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership, NorQuest College
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Responsible conduct of research: Navigating challenges and handling misconduct
Unpack some of the most serious ethical challenges in research, from data breaches and participant harm to misuse of funds. Using real-world case studies, this session examines what goes wrong, what might prevent it, and how researchers and institutions can respond. Dive into the resources below to reflect on identifying risks, responding to incidents, and strengthening your research management practices.
Date: September 25, 2025
Facilitator: Dr. Erika Goble, Director of Research & Innovation Services, Concordia University of Edmonton
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Incorporating Indigenous perspectives in research design
Explore how researchers can meaningfully include Indigenous worldviews, knowledge systems, and community priorities in their projects. This session examines ways to embed Indigenous perspectives throughout the research process—from design to data collections to knowledge sharing and impact. Use the resources below to reflect on how respectful collaboration, reciprocity, and cultural awareness can strengthen both research outcomes and relationships with Indigenous partners.
Date: October 29, 2025
Facilitator: Janelle Therien, Métis educator and Program Chair, Teaching and Learning Development, NorQuest College
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