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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.
Note: Between March 17, 2026 and April 10, 2026, the CanadaBuys contract history and CanadaBuys awards notices datasets underwent …
Note: Between March 17, 2026 and April 10, 2026, the CanadaBuys contract history and CanadaBuys awards notices datasets underwent …
This dataset contains information on Government of Canada tender information published according to the Financial Administration Act. It includes data …
The open data portal catalogue is a downloadable dataset containing some key metadata for the general datasets available on the …
Canada's national food composition database reporting the amount of nutrients in foods commonly consumed in Canada.
Standing Offers and Supply Arrangements (SOSA), formerly known as Pre-Qualified Supplier Data (PQSD), is information about businesses that are currently …
The joint Natural Resources Canada/Department of Fisheries and Oceans Marine Spatial Planning Program requires the highest resolution marine based bathymetric …
The Atlas of Canada High Speed Internet Network map illustrates the availability of high-speed internet across Canada in 2024. High …
During the October 28 2012 moment magnitude (Mw) 7.8 earthquake offshore Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, the Geological Survey of Canada …
This dataset compiles information and photographs collected at 49 observation stations during a field campaign conducted from July 31 to …