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Welcome to our CRC Research Registration Page formly Consumer Research Panel

By joining our growing community of consumer panelists, you’ll be eligible to participate in focus groups and one-on-one interviews that pay a cash honorarium and be invited to complete quick and fun online surveys telling us what you think about the products you buy and the services you use. We compile information from panelists like you to provide many of North America ’s biggest companies with valuable insights which are used for designing their advertising programs, developing new products and for general customer feedback.

Market research influences government policy and the decisions made by some of our country's most important organizations and institutions. There are many you can participate and your participation makes a difference. Research can be fun and interesting, and some projects provide generous incentives to participants.

Why should I join the CRC Research Panel?

* To making a difference by voicing your opinions

* To complete surveys for a chance to win cash & prizes

* To participate in paid market research discussion groups or interviews

* To participate in Taste Tests

* To have some fun

Join the CRC Research Panel today by signing up and completing your membership profile!

CRC Research has been providing Canadian research services for over 30 years in both English and French. We are accredited gold seal members of the Marketing Research & Intelligence Association (MRIA), Canada’s sole representative body for the market research industry Further details on the CRC Group can be found at www.crcresearch.com.

The Marketing Research & Intelligence Association maintains strict standards governing research methods, ethical practices, respondent rights and personal privacy. Gold seal members (like CRC) must adhere to all these standards and be subjected to periodic audits by an independent firm.In addition, our company owner is a Certified Market Research Professional (CMRP) and as such is bound by a strict code of professional standards.

Further details on MRIA can be found at www.mria-arim.caThe Marketing Research & Intelligence Association maintains strict standards governing research methods, ethical practices, respondent rights and personal privacy. Gold seal members (like CRC) must adhere to all these standards and be subjected to periodic audits by an independent firm. In addition, our company owner is a Certified Market Research Professional (CMRP) and as such is bound by a strict code of professional standards.

Refer a Friend or Family member!

Do you have friends or family members who would also be interested in getting paid for sharing their opinions about new and existing products? If so, then invite them to become a member of the Consumer Research Panel.

Simply fill out their name and e-mail address below and we’ll send an invitation to register with us. Since the Consumer Research Panel employs a ‘double opt-in’ registration process, your friend, work colleague or family member will NOT be added to our panel unless they complete the On-Line Registration Form and further confirm their interest by replying to the Confirmation E-Mail.

It’s fun, interesting and you get paid for it! Why wouldn’t you want to be involved?!

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Why should I join your online consumer panel?

To make your opinions count! Our research helps some of the world's largest companies decide what you want and why. By participating in our surveys and discussion groups, you can be sure your voice will be heard. Our projects are fun and you will often receive cash or be entered for cash draws just for participating.

How do I become a member?

To become a member of the panel, simply click on HERE’S MY OPINION. You will be taken to our new member registration page. After creating your account, you will then be directed to the member profile survey. It's that easy!

Why do I need to complete the member profile survey?

Our research clients ask us to find people who consume certain products or who belong to a certain demographic group (for example, in a specific age group, with a given level of education or income). The more we know about you, the better able we are to fit you into projects

What will CRC Research do with the information collected during registration?

We only use it to invite you to participate in research studies. We will not share your email address or any of the personal information you provide with anyone else. For more details on how we use this information, visit our Privacy Policy page.

What happens to the information that I provide during a survey or study?

When we conduct a study, we analyze and summarize results "in aggregate," meaning we group responses together based on their ‘member profiles’; we never report results on an individual basis.

What sort of market research projects will I be contacted for?

CRC Research conducts studies that include taste tests for well-known products, testing the latest video games, 2 hour discussion groups and 1 hour individual interviews. Topics include travel, banking, medical conditions, food, beverage, beer, automobiles, and services that you would like the government to provide. We even conduct mock jury trials as a practice for the real thing!

What is the cash honorarium or incentive that I would receive? How much?

CRC Research pays cash to each qualified participant who attends a market research session. For focus groups and one-on-one interviews, the incentive amount can range from $50 to $100. For taste tests one can expect to receive $25-$50, depending on the length of the study. For on-line studies, the incentive ranges from $5 to $50, depending on the complexity and the duration of the survey.

What time of day do focus groups happen?

Many focus groups or one-on-one interviews are scheduled for evening timeslots. However, there are times where this is not possible so therefore day-time focus groups will happen from time to time. Taste tests and mock jury trials often happen on weekends.

Where do focus groups/taste tests, etc. take place?

Most focus groups and taste tests take place at a facility located in a convenient, central location and are conducted in all major centres across Canada. Other projects can be completed in your own home: examples are on-line focus groups or surveys, in-home tests of products and unique projects such as keeping a 5-day diary about a specific product or medical condition.

How often can I participate in market research studies?

CRC Research follows the standards set forth by the Marketing Research Intelligence Association (MRIA). There are strict industry standards regarding the frequency of participation in focus groups. For focus groups and one-one-one interviews, we generally do not call anyone who has participated in a study in the previous six months. The past participation restrictions for taste tests and online surveys are more relaxed and these studies may be completed on a more frequent basis.

Can I participate if I am not a Canadian citizen?

Yes! Our surveys and discussion groups are open to everyone regardless of geographic location or citizenship.

Does it cost anything to join?

No, participation is completely free and voluntary. We will never charge you for anything or try to sell you anything.

What happens if I don’t’ want to be contacted again?

Just let us know – we respect your wishes and privacy.

Can other members of my household join?

Yes, other members of your household can join as long as their email address is different from yours. To invite your friends and relatives to join the panel, visit our Refer A Friend page.