Alberta holds some of the richest, most comprehensive health system data in the world. Province-wide coverage, linked administrative and clinical records, and decades of continuity give us an asset that most jurisdictions can only aspire to.
But data, however exceptional, does not speak for itself. Turning it into evidence that decision-makers can act on requires the right people asking the right questions, applying rigorous methods, and delivering results on timelines that matter.
That is where our team makes the difference. The strength of ARWEC has never been data alone. It is the depth of expertise our investigators, statisticians, and operational leads bring to every study. They understand the data assets intimately, hold to the highest methodological standards, and translate complexity into clarity for the people who need it. Our team is the reason world-class data becomes decision-grade evidence.
This past year reaffirmed what is possible when exceptional data meets an exceptional team. We are proud of the work reflected in this report, and grateful to the people behind it.
Scott Klarenbach, MD, MSc, FRCPC | Tyler Williamson, PhD
Co-Directors, Alberta Real World Evidence Consortium