The beauty and benefits of transparency

Welcome to the Transparency Showcase, a virtual gallery of engaging and innovative exhibits spotlighting government transparency and the benefits of open data.

The IPC’s Transparency Challenge is an opportunity for Ontario’s public institutions to share creative and unique projects that advance open data and government transparency. The exhibits are each represented by a unique piece of artwork. This collection has been specially curated to shine a light on best-in-class efforts in transparency and access to government information for the benefit of Ontarians. 

The IPC launched the Transparency Challenge as a way to spotlight government openness and provide a unique and creative forum for institutions to share their innovative projects. Our goal is to increase understanding and appreciation for open data and government transparency by emphasizing the real positive impacts on the daily lives of Ontarians. 

The breadth and quality of exhibits from across Ontario’s public institutions, including, provincial ministries, municipalities, schools, universities, and police services, provide inspiring models for other institutions to follow. 

Patricia Kosseim
Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario

Transparency and access to government-held information is about empowerment. It equips people with the information they need to participate meaningfully in the democratic process, engage in constructive discourse, and hold their governments accountable. It’s the bedrock that democracy is built on, inspiring public trust and providing trustworthy, evidence-based information to shape policies, programs, and services to improve the lives of Ontarians.”

Patricia Kosseim
Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario

No AI was used in the creation of these original artworks.

Exhibition Projects

Exhibitors

City of St. Thomas

City of Thunder Bay

City of Toronto

Council of Ontario Universities

McMaster University

Ministry of Colleges and Universities

Ministry of Energy and Electrification

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Ontario Energy Board

Ottawa Police Service

Town of Innisfil

Township of King

Waterloo Catholic District School Board

Past Exhibitions

Spotlight on transparency