Frequently asked questions
How to contribute to the consultation
- Industry
- Academia
- Non-governmental organizations
- Indigenous organizations
- Government (federal, provincial/territorial, municipal)
- Others
- Completing our short questionnaire (10-15 minutes);
- Sharing your story about how you create, access, share, or use location data in Canada
- Describing your vision for Canada’s location data future by responding to questions about the future state of Canada’s spatial data infrastructure.
Who should participate?
If you work with geospatial data, we invite you to participate in this consultation. Organizations that may be interested include:
How can I participate
You can take part in this consultation by:
Virtual round table discussions are also planned for February-March 2025, to enable more in-depth discussions on special topics related to Canada’s geospatial ecosystem. Watch the consultation page for round table dates and registration details.
How long does it take to participate (what does participation involve)?
We have designed this consultation so you can choose your level of involvement. Wether you prefer to quickly share your story, participate in an online discussion, answer our short questionnaire (10 to 15 minutes), or join one of our upcoming round tables (90 minutes), we welcome your feedback on Canada's location data future.
Is there a downloadable version of the questionnaire?
The questionnaire is only available online. If you experience any difficulties completing it, please contact us at ccog-cocg@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
If I have accessibility needs, how do I participate?
We strive to provide an accessible and user-friendly website. If you encounter any difficulties or limitations, please write us an email at ccog-cocg@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca and we will work with you to find the most appropriate accommodation.
Data, results and confidentiality
- Your name or alias, if you prefer to remain anonymous
- Your organisation's details as requested in the questionnaire
- Your email address if you choose to receive updates on the consultation’s progress and results
How will these results be used?
Your contribution will remain confidential, as outlined in our Privacy Notice. The results of this consultation will inform the development of a possible collaborative National Geospatial Data Strategy so that Canada continues to make the most of its strong geospatial foundation.
What personal information is being collected?
The only personal information that is collected is what you provide :
As per our Privacy Notice, this information will be stored and used solely for this consultation and will not be shared with other organisations.
