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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.
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- #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.
The Canadian Substance Use Survey (CSUS) is a comprehensive survey offering vital insights into Canadians’ use of alcohol, psychoactive pharmaceuticals, …
The federal Whales Protection Initiative began in 2018. The first phase of this five‑year initiative focused primarily on the Southern …
Comments from regulatory consultation held from February 18 to April 19, 2026
Comments from regulatory consultation held from February 18 to April 19, 2026
To ensure informed decision-making, management, and conservation of marine ecosystems along the British Columbia (BC) coastline, a comprehensive understanding of …
The National Microbiological Monitoring Program (NMMP) is a food surveillance program managed by the CFIA to support CFIA verification of …
Datasets extracted from The Fiscal Monitor publications for the calendar year.
Presentation from the April 2, 2026 Collaborative Roundtable on Regulatory Efficiency. The document shares the CNSC’s approach to regulatory efficiency …
This data collection brings together waterfowl survey data collected in Canada by Environment and Climate Change Canada. All datasets included …
The Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) Eastern Waterfowl Survey (EWS) uses helicopters to annually survey breeding waterfowl on square plots located …