Which statement best describes ongoing consent in TCPS2?

Which statement best describes ongoing consent in TCPS2?

• A. Consent is a one-time event and cannot be withdrawn.
• B. Consent must be voluntary, informed, and ongoing; researchers should renew consent when there is new information.
• C. Consent is only needed for initial data collection.
• D. Consent can be assumed if participant does not respond.

Answer: (B)

Ongoing consent means treating consent as a continuing process in which participants’ autonomy is respected throughout the study. In TCPS2, consent must be voluntary and informed from the start and then maintained as the research progresses. If new information emerges or if there are changes to risks, procedures, or how data will be used, researchers should renew consent so participants can decide whether to continue under those new terms. This also reinforces that participants can withdraw at any time. Silence or nonresponse does not equal agreement.

Ongoing consent means treating consent as a continuing process in which participants’ autonomy is respected throughout the study. In TCPS2, consent must be voluntary and informed from the start and then maintained as the research progresses. If new information emerges or if there are changes to risks, procedures, or how data will be used, researchers should renew consent so participants can decide whether to continue under those new terms. This also reinforces that participants can withdraw at any time. Silence or nonresponse does not equal agreement.