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Diabetes Research Connect

The Data Dictionary Page offers a searchable and filterable list of data fields available in the repository. Each entry includes a description, helping researchers understand the scope and nature of the data. This page ensures transparency and aids researchers in planning their projects effectively

Data Dictionary

During each semi-annual extraction cycle, CPCSSN data managers develop a data dictionary which describes each table and variables within.

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Case Definitions

CPCSSN continually develops chronic disease case definitions. These case definitions are available to researchers to aid in their use of CPCSSN data.

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Data Table FAQ

To supplement the CPCSSN data dictionaries, a table by table FAQ has been developed to provide brief descriptions of the usability of each data table.
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What is the Secure Research Environment?
The CPCSSN Secure Research Environment (SRE) is a self-contained secure Windows project workspace that is provisioned with all of the tools required to perform data analysis on the CPCSSN data. The SRE ensures data security through processes such as strict firewall settings, VPN access, and disabling network access.
Data access fee

$7,000 – Academic Projects

$20,500 – Non-academic Projects

Charges are based on a cost recovery for the following activities:

  • Application support including answering questions regarding the approval process, application process, study population definition and suitability
  • Application review and coordination
  • Preparation of the approved data files
  • The complexity of preparing a customized data cut
  • Provision of the appropriate documentation (e.g. information sharing agreement, ethics certificate, etc.) to support the use of the data
  • Support for use of the data, including answering questions about data fields and coding specifics
  • SRE access which includes 3 users/1 year access

*Additional fees may apply. We will contact you and discuss prior to adding any additional charges.

What software is available in the SRE?

Researchers are provided with a suite of analytical and development tools to conduct their studies. Software provided by CPCSSN includes: SAS, R/R Studio, Stata, Anaconda, Jupyter Notebook, and Sublime Text. Researchers may request additional software applications be installed in their environments by submitting a request.

*Researchers must provide their own licenses for software not already present in the SRE.

** Software that utilizes concurrent licensing (i.e. SPSS) cannot be used due to disabled internet access.

How do I add or change users?

The SRE includes access for 3 users. We understand that throughout a study lifecycle, these users may change. To add, swap, or remove users, the PI must complete and submit an SRE User Form. [FORM LINK or BUTTON] Please submit all requests through our support portal and include your CPCSSN project number (ex. 2023SRE123) – PORTAL

Can I import files to the SRE?

Yes! Users are welcome to have files imported into the SRE to aid in their analysis.

Please contact us for further instructions.

Confirmation of Feasibility

The Diabetes Action Canada Research Governing Committee will review and approval all project requests.

Approved projects will receive a confirmation of feasibility (CoF), which will contain the cost quote, terms and conditions and necessary information to apply for REB approval.