Policies & Procedures

Patient and Public Partner Financial Compensation Policy and Protocol

We recognize the important contributions patient and public partners make by participating in various activities of the Alliance. This document describes the policy and procedure that the Alliance has adopted to show timely and appropriate appreciation of patient and partner involvement.

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Conflicts of Interest Disclosure Policy

The Alliance policy requires all members to fully disclose any real, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest (COI) prior to participation in Alliance activities. This document provides guidance on identification and management of any potential influences of COI.

To complete a COI declaration, access the web-based form.

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“ Feedback about our Compensation Policy and Protocol
"Really impressed with how comprehensive it is while still being clear and practical." Declan Devane Researcher
« Avoir une rémunération équitable est essentiel pour un réel partenariat. J’apprécie énormément ce travail qui aide l’ensemble des acteurs du partenariat au Canada en offrant des lignes directrices claires! » Annie-Danielle Grenier Patient and Public Partner
"Having an equitable compensation is essential for real partnership. I greatly appreciate this work that helps all partnership stakeholders in Canada by offering clear guidelines!" Annie-Danielle Grenier Patient and Public Partner
"I've already used the SPOR EA Financial Policy + Protocol - its a concrete benchmark and a practical tool to set a standard for patient partner compensation." Lisa Ridgway Patient and Public Partner
“ Feedback about our COI policy
“Kudos to the leadership of the SPOR Evidence Alliance for the recently approved ‘Conflicts of Interest Disclosure Policy’ - it provides the foundation for transparent processes to identify and address real, potential and perceived conflicts of interest for its members.” Alison Hoens Patient Partner
“I really like the reflective questions. I often struggle with filling out these forms. Great to have everything defined so clearly” Maureen Smith Patient Partner
“The COI policy is very impressive. Really appreciated reading it and seeing the well thought out considerations. ” Lisa Dolovich Researcher
“Kudos to the leadership of the SPOR Evidence Alliance for the recently approved ‘Conflicts of Interest Disclosure Policy’ - it provides the foundation for transparent processes to identify and address real, potential and perceived conflicts of interest for its members.” Alison Hoens Patient Partner
“I really like the reflective questions. I often struggle with filling out these forms. Great to have everything defined so clearly” Maureen Smith Patient Partner
“The COI policy is very impressive. Really appreciated reading it and seeing the well thought out considerations. ” Lisa Dolovich Researcher