Research

Advancing Research to Improve Health and Health Care in Saskatchewan

We lead and support high-quality, collaborative research that strengthens health care delivery, improves patient and family experiences, and advances health outcomes for the people of Saskatchewan.

What We Do

The Research Department provides leadership, expertise and infrastructure to support research across the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) through:

• Strategic research planning and partnerships
• Research ethics, governance and operational approvals
• Study design and program evaluation
• Surveys, databases and statistical analysis
• Research funding applications, contracts and account management
• Research data access and stewardship
• Knowledge translation and research capacity development

How Research Makes a Difference

Research helps create a stronger health system by:

• Improving patient, family, and community health outcomes
• Supporting safer, higher-quality, and more sustainable health care
• Generating evidence to inform decision-making and practice
• Strengthening partnerships across health care, academia, and communities
• Turning knowledge into meaningful improvements in care