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The development of the Canadian Rural Health Research Society: creating capacity through connection
M L P Macleod1, J A Dosman, J C Kulig
1University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George, BC, Canada. macleod@unbc.ca
Rural and Remote Health
|March 29, 2007
Summary
Building a Canadian rural health research network fostered collaboration and capacity. Key lessons include prioritizing trust, science, inclusivity, and flexible structures for sustained research growth.
Area of Science:
- Rural health research
- Health services research
- Community-based research
Background:
- Canadian rural health research is a developing field.
- The Canadian Rural Health Research Society (CRHRS) has united over 15 institutions in 8 years.
- This network supports diverse rural and remote researchers and community partners.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the development of the CRHRS.
- To identify challenges and lessons learned in network creation and capacity building for rural health researchers.
Main Methods:
- Establishing multidisciplinary research groups.
- Facilitating ongoing researcher connections and resource sharing.
- Focusing on research excellence in smaller centers through training and meetings.
Main Results:
- Sustained communication and diverse needs were addressed.
- Cooperation was fostered in a competitive environment.
- Resources were secured for a secretariat and research activities.
Conclusions:
- Prioritized building trust and connections among researchers.
- Emphasized science development before infrastructure.
- Promoted inclusivity, social/knowledge exchange, and mentoring.
- Balanced research advancement with funding advocacy and flexible structures.
- Highlighted the importance of sustained, visionary leadership.
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