WHAT IS INVOLVED
The research study consists of two phases: (1) Surveys and (2) Interviews.
Phase 1: Survey
If you consent to voluntarily participate in this survey, your participation will include completing a 20-to-30-minute survey. You are currently accessing the link to the online survey. If you do not have access to internet, you can pick up a physical copy of the survey by visiting the reception desk at VIRCS. VIRCS is located at: 1004 North Park Street, Victoria, BC.
If you complete the survey online, please know that information gathered for this research study uses Survey Monkey, which is an online program located in the United States. As such, there is a possibility that the information you provide may be accessed without your knowledge or consent by the United States Government in compliance with the United States Freedom Act.
If you choose to complete a physical copy of the survey, there is a locked, black metal box located next to the surveys at the VIRCS reception desk. You can deposit your completed survey in this box. Only the researcher will have access to the key of this box. There are also pre-stamped envelopes available for you that are addressed to the School of Public Administration at the University of Victoria. If you prefer, you can mail the surveys to this address. The School of Public Administration staff will notify the researcher to retrieve the surveys once they arrive.
Please complete and submit the survey by March 31, 2019.
Phase 2: Interview
At the end of the survey, the researcher will provide you with her e-mail address and phone number if you wish to participate in the second part of the study, which is an interview that could be conducted over the phone or in-person, depending on your preference. If this is something you want to participate in, you will be required to contact the researcher to organize a date, time, and location for the interview.
If you decide to participate in Phase 2 of the study:
You can expect an in-person or phone interview that will last between 30-to-45-minutes, depending on how much information you want to share. This interview will be audio-recorded so the researcher can code your information into themes and patterns after the interview. In the interview, you will be able to elaborate on the different factors affecting your experience with the Newcomer Wraparound Support Program. Please note that you will be provided a separate Information Sheet and Consent Form if you want to participate in this portion of the study.
INCONVENIENCE
Please be advised that if you voluntarily consent to participate in this survey, having to take 20-to-30 minutes out of your day to complete the survey may be inconvenient. Participating in this survey may also require some travel to public computers, VIRCS, or Canada Post locations. If English is your second language, trying to answer some of the questions in the survey may be difficult. You do not have to answer any questions that you do not understand or cause you unnecessary stress. If you feel that you need additional support, VIRCS has translators on site that can help you, free of charge. At the end of this page, you can find additional translation services with relevant phone numbers and website links.