This document provides an introduction and overview of open data, including its current state. It discusses the context and principles of open government, government 2.0, and open data. It outlines the current state of open data initiatives globally and in various levels of government in Canada. It describes the value proposition of open data, how it can benefit citizens through apps and visualization. Finally, it discusses open data and the planning community, and provides concluding thoughts on embracing open data.
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