Releasing Information & Data to the Public

Last updated on January 9, 2023

Government is committed to expanding the public availability of government information and data through the disclosure of information without a formal Freedom of Information (FOI) request. Whenever possible, information is released to the public as permitted under the legislation and policies that apply to government or public sector organizations.

Open Data & DataBC

All ministries must take steps to expand public access to government data as outlined in the Open Information and Open Data Policy (PDF).

A range of government information is currently available to the public, including:

Disclosures in the Public Interest

The head of a public body must release information immediately, even without a formal request for access from outside their organization, when disclosure is clearly in the public interest. Learn more in the public interest tip sheet (PDF).

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250 387-1321

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