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Open data is defined as structured data that is machine-readable, freely shared, used and built on without restrictions.
The key things to remember about open data are:
- #Availability and access#: the data must be available as a whole and at no more than a reasonable reproduction cost, preferably by downloading over the internet. The data must also be available in a convenient and modifiable form.
- #Re-use and redistribution#: the data must be provided under terms that permit re-use and redistribution including the intermixing with other datasets.
- #Universal participation#: everyone must be able to use, re-use and redistribute. There should be no discrimination against fields of endeavour or against persons or groups. For example, 'non-commercial' restrictions that would prevent 'commercial' use, or restrictions of use for certain purposes (e.g. only in education), are not allowed.
This collection represents the authoritative watershed boundaries for Ontario. The data is based on a framework similar to the Atlas …
The dataset identifies the location and types of Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSIs) that are commonly used in …
This dataset is a collection of 3D mass points and breakline features that were interpreted using photogrammetry from aerial photography. …
Ontario's recreational fishing regulations are based on 20 Fisheries Management Zones. This map outlines the "border waters area" in Zone …
A feature is a representation of a real world object, such as a lake, stream, dam or rapid. There are …
The Ontario Dam Inventory (ODI) is an inventory of medium and large dams throughout Ontario. It uses a point-based system …
A building is a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place. …
This layer is derived from data provided from Nav Canada. Where possible, it is spatially aligned with Ontario land parcel …
An upper-tier municipality is made up of 2 or more lower-tier municipalities. Municipal responsibilities set out under the Municipal Act …
Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) regions were created to help manage ministry programs and resources at a regional level. Extents …