DataBC – Data Request – B.C. Government Forms

DataBC is interested in helping you obtain the data you need. Before submitting a data request:
- Have you tried searching the B.C. Data Catalogue? e.g., Traplines
- Have you tried searching in other online tools? e.g., Google traplines
- If you are a student or a researcher, have you consulted with your institution's data librarian office? e.g., UBC Library Data Services
- Have you tried searching for the information using the exploration tools available in the B.C. Data Catalogue, e.g., MSP Blue Book? Sometimes specific information may be found in a larger dataset and in existing data records in the Catalogue.
- If you have a question about a specific dataset in the B.C. Data Catalogue, have you tried contacting the point of contact identified in the dataset's catalogue record? Every dataset in the catalogue provides a contact person who can help answer questions about the data they are responsible for.
Important:
- Please ensure your data request has enough detail to allow us to interpret and process effectively. We cannot guarantee a response to requests lacking sufficient information.
- We do not respond to requests for personal information. e.g., vital statistics or Medical Services Plan. Please contact the relevant agency directly.
- We do not respond to Freedom of Information requests. Please see this website for information about submitting these types of requests.
- Please visit this page to submit general government enquiries.
Your Name*
Your Email*
Occupation*
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Please describe your data request*
The information on this form is collected under the authority of Sections 26(c) and 27(1)(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [RSBC 1996 c.165], and will help us to assess and respond to your enquiry. By consenting to submit this form you are confirming that you are authorized to provide information of individuals/organizations/businesses for the purpose of your enquiry.
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