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Correctional Service of Canada Pilot Trial of Digital Substance Use Disorder Interventions (PROCESS)
Led by St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton · Updated on 2026-03-13
20
Participants Needed
4
Research Sites
52 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
S
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Lead Sponsor
C
Correctional Service of Canada
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Problems with substance use are common in prisoners. Since most substances are still illegal in Canada, substance use problems can increase the risk for re-incarceration. Although research suggests that treatment may reduce these risks, they are still rarely used in correctional settings. This pilot study will examine the feasibility and usefulness of two digital treatments for substance use problems in individuals recently released from prison. The investigators will compare engagement across both treatments over a 6-month period, and assess the rates of substance use relapse and re-incarceration.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Correctional Service of Canada Pilot Trial of Digital Substance Use Disorder Interventions (PROCESS)
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Individuals who have previously served custodial services in the Correctional Services of Canada (CSC)
- Individuals who have a history of substance use problems, shown by substance restrictions in their parole terms
- Individuals who currently reside in a Community Correctional Centre or Community-Based Residential Facility
- Individuals aged between 18 and 55 years old
You will not qualify if you...
- Individuals who have never served a custodial sentence with the Correctional Services of Canada (CSC)
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 4 locations
1
Salvation Army Booth Centre
Brantford, Ontario, Canada, N3T 2J6
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2
The Salvation Army - Ellen Osler Home
Dundas, Ontario, Canada, L9H 2E8
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3
The St. Leonard's Society Of Hamilton
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, L8L 2P2
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4
St Leonard's Clinton House
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, L8N 2V2
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Research Team
J
James MacKillop, PhD, CPsych, FCAHS
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
2
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