Want to learn the basics of open government and what’s been done to date? Looking to know more on the latest hot topics related to open government? Get up to speed by clicking on each section below and explore the resources listed.
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Open Government 101
Open Government is about making government more accessible to everyone. This means giving greater access to government data and information to the Canadian public and the businesses community. Check out the resources below to learn more about the basics of open government:
- Open Government Starts with You (Video)(External link)
- Open Government Across Canada(External link)
- Directive on Open Government(External link)
- Open Government Licence(External link)
- Frequently Asked Questions(External link)
Open Data 101
Open data is powering innovations all across the country. Used as a resource, data can be transformed from numbers and values to insight, making it easier for people to discover, learn, and make informed decisions. Check out the resources below to learn more about the basics of open data:
- Open Data 101(External link)
- Open Data User Stories(External link)
- Get Up to Speed: Open Data and the Private Sector (webinar)(External link)
- Data Visualization: A Primer(External link)
About the Open Government Partnership
The Open Government Partnership (OGP) is a global multilateral initiative with the core objective of securing solid commitments from governments to promote transparency, empower citizens, fight corruption, and harness new technologies to strengthen governance, in partnership with civil society and the private sector.