AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
Big Valley Structure

These structure, isopach and zero edge files are part of a series of stratigraphic framework maps for the Saskatchewan Phanerozoic Fluids and Petroleum Systems (SPFPS) project.  
  
  The series of stratigraphic framework maps for the Saskatchewan Phanerozoic Fluids and Petroleum Systems (SPFPS) project have been produced using 2 km equi-spaced modified grids generated from Golden Software’s Surfer 9 kriging algorithm. The dataset used to produce each of the maps in this series was created using data from several projects completed by the Ministry (Christopher, 2003; Saskatchewan Industry and Resources et al., 2004; Kreis et al., 2004; Marsh and Heinemann, 2006; Saskatchewan Ministry of Energy and Resources et al., 2007; Heinemann and Marsh, 2009); these data were validated and edited as required to facilitate correlations between the various regional projects. In addition, to minimize edge effects during contouring, the senior author also generated stratigraphic data from wells in adjacent jurisdictions.

Organization: Government of Saskatchewan | Gouvernement de la Saskatchewan
Examining Change in Criminogenic Need Levels Associated with Correctional Program Participation among Federally Sentenced Women

In 2010, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) commenced implementation of a holistic, gender- and culture-informed model of correctional programing for women offenders.

To fulfill a recommendation in the Office of the Auditor General of Canada’s report, Preparing Women Offenders for Release (2017), the current study aimed to clarify whether components of this approach were associated with positive change. Specifically, the study examined change in women’s criminogenic need areas following participation in Moderate Intensity, High Intensity, Women Sex Offender, and Self-Management programs.

Organization: Correctional Service of Canada | Service correctionnel du Canada
Risk Factors Related to the Initial Security Classification of Women Offenders: A Literature Review

To facilitate initial security classification, Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) currently uses the Custody Rating Scale (CRS) which consists of two independently scored subscales; the Institutional Adjustment (IA) subscale that assesses risks associated with institutional misconducts, and the Security Risk (SR) subscale that measures the amount of danger the offender would pose to the public upon escape. Importantly, concerns have been raised that ‘gender-neutral’ assessment tools, such as the CRS may not consider all the relevant factors for women offenders and could result in over (or under) classification.

Organization: Correctional Service of Canada | Service correctionnel du Canada
Toxicity of naphthenic acids to invertebrates: Extracts from oil sands process-affected water versus commercial mixtures

The toxicity of oil sands process-affected water (OSPW) has been primarily attributed to polar organic constituents, including naphthenic acid fraction components (NAFCs). Our objective was to assess the toxicity of NAFCs derived from fresh and aged OSPW, as well as commercial naphthenic acid (NA) mixtures. Exposures were conducted with three aquatic species: Hyalella azteca (freshwater amphipod), Vibrio fischeri (marine bacterium, Microtox® assay), and Lampsilis cardium (freshwater mussel larvae (glochidia)). Commercial NAs were more toxic than NAFCs, with differences up to 30-,4-, and 120-fold for H. azteca, V. fischeri, and L. cardium, respectively, demonstrating that commercial NAs are not reliable surrogates for assessing the toxicity of NAFCs. Differences in toxicity between species were striking for both commercial NAs and NAFCs. Overall, V. fischeri was the least sensitive and H. azteca was the most sensitive organism. Responses of V. fischeri and H. azteca to NAFC exposures were consistent (< 2-fold difference) regardless of source and age of OSPW; however, effects on L. cardium ranged 17-fold between NAFCs. NAFCs derived from fresh OSPW sources were similarly or less toxic to those from aged OSPW. Our results support the need to better characterize the complex mixtures associated with bitumen-influenced waters, both chemically and toxicologically.


All data are a part subject of a publication containing method details, full QA/QC, interpretation and conclusions. Citation: Bartlett, A. J., Frank, R. A., Gillis, P. L., Parrott, J. L., Marentette, J. R., Brown, L. R., Hooey, T., Vanderveen, R., McInnis, R., Brunswick, P., Shang, D., Headley, J. V., Peru, K. M., & Hewitt, L. M. (2017). Toxicity of naphthenic acids to invertebrates: Extracts from oil sands process-affected water versus commercial mixtures. Environmental pollution (Barking, Essex : 1987), 227, 271–279. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2017.04.056

Organization: Environment and Climate Change Canada | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada
Marine alcid bird counts - Pacific Canada (Southern Vancouver Island, British Columbia)

This spreadsheet dataset contains information on boat-based surveys of alcid marine birds between Sidney, BC and Victoria, BC from November 2015 to August 2019. The marine birds species surveyed in this dataset are the Rhinoceros Auklet (Cerorhinca monocerata), Common Murre (Uria aalge), Marbled Murrelet (Brachyramphus marmoratus), Pigeon Guillemot (Cepphus columba), and Ancient Murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus). The study area is adjacent to major shipping lines, ports, marinas, and includes protected areas such as the Sidney Channel Important Bird Area, the Shoal Harbour and Victoria Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuaries, and Chain Islets Ecological Reserve.

Organization: Environment and Climate Change Canada | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada
Infectious Diseases, Risk Behaviours, and Harm-reduction in Women’s Institutions: Findings from the 2022 National Health Survey

This report provides an overview of self-report responses from the 2022 National Health Survey, as well as an examination of serological data to determine prevalence estimates of infectious diseases in women’s institutions, such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), and syphilis. Please note that this report is a one page summary. If you wish to have a copy of the full report, please send a request comment via the Open Government Portal or email the OG team: opengovernmentgen-nhq@csc-scc.gc.ca



Organization: Correctional Service of Canada | Service correctionnel du Canada
Chronic effects of the veterinary antibiotic florfenicol in lab-exposed embryo-larval fathead minnows

Florfenicol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial diseases in farmed animals including fish, cows, and pigs. Concentrations of up to 3.4 micrograms per liter (µg/L) have been detected in waterways downstream of farming activities.


This study examined the toxicity effects of various concentrations of florfenicol on the embryo-larval stage of the fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas). Fathead minnows were exposed to the antibiotic from zero (0) days post fertilization (dpf) to sixteen (16) days post hatch (dph). Endpoints measured include hatch success, time to hatch, deformities at hatch, survival and growth. Measurements were taken at nine (9) dph and sixteen (16) dph. There were no significant differences found for any of the parameters between the control and the treatment groups.


A manuscript is in progress using these data and will be published in the near future.


Supplemental Information


The Chemicals Management Plan (CMP) is a Government of Canada initiative aimed at reducing the risks posed by chemicals to Canadians and their environment. A key element of the Chemicals Management Plan is the monitoring and surveillance of levels of harmful chemicals in Canadians and their environment. Monitoring and surveillance are essential to identify and track exposure to hazards in the environment and associated health implications. Monitoring and surveillance programs provide the basis for making sound and effective public health and environmental health policies and interventions, as well as measuring the efficacy of control measures. 


In support of the Chemicals Management Plan, monitoring and surveillance initiatives were established to support Health Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada scientists, in collaboration with external partners and researchers, to advance our knowledge. This initiative has allowed the Government of Canada to increase its commitment to a number of existing monitoring initiatives, as well as to support new efforts. 


For more information on the Chemicals Management Plan, please visit https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/chemical-substances/chemicals-management-plan.html

Organization: Environment and Climate Change Canada | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada
Treatment of oil sands process affected waters by constructed wetland: Evaluation of designs and plant types

Constructed wetland treatment systems (CWTSs) offer a potential solution to reduce toxicity by remediating the oil sands process-affected waters (OSPWs) produced by bitumen extraction by biodegrading the naphthenic acids into less harmful byproducts. The purpose of this study was to test the ability of various constructed wetlands to biodegrade OSPW by assessing the toxicity in the laboratory using fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas) embryos. Embryos were exposed both before and after biodegradation, at various time intervals, concentrations, and locations within the constructed wetlands. Survival to hatch, hatch success, hatchability, and deformities were assessed at the end of the exposure periods.


The constructed wetlands tested both synthetically prepared and industry-sourced OSPW. Due to limited amount of sample, the constructed wetland was set up to recirculate the water collected from the industry sites however, the synthetically prepared sample was set up as a flow-through system.


All data, as well as specifications on each constructed wetland, are a part subject of a publication containing method details, full QA/QC, interpretation and conclusions. Citation: Simair, M. C., Parrott, J. L., le Roux, M., Gupta, V., Frank, R. A., Peru, K. M., Ajaero, C., McMartin, D. W., & Headley, J. V. (2021). Treatment of oil sands process affected waters by constructed wetlands: Evaluation of designs and plant types. The Science of the total environment, 772, 145508. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.145508

Organization: Environment and Climate Change Canada | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada
Extreme heat events

The Canadian Environmental Sustainability Indicators (CESI) program provides data and information to track Canada's performance on key environmental sustainability issues. The Extreme heat events indicator reports the percentage of stations with trends in the cumulative number of days per year under extreme heat conditions and the daytime and overnight intensity (number of degrees above the extreme heat threshold). As climate change continues, occurrences and intensities of extreme heat events are expected to increase, with adverse impacts on human health, the environment and the economy. Information is provided to Canadians in a number of formats including: static maps, charts and graphs, HTML and CSV data tables and downloadable reports. See the supplementary documentation for the data sources and details on how the data were collected and how the indicator was calculated.


Canadian Environmental Sustainability Indicators: https://www.canada.ca/environmental-indicators

Organization: Environment and Climate Change Canada | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada
Appearance before the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defense and Veterans Affairs of November 18, 2024

Briefing package for the Privacy Commissioner of Canada for his appearance before the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defense and Veterans Affairs on Bill C-26, An Act respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts on November 18, 2024.

Organization: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada | Commissariat à la protection de la vie privée du Canada
Scoter Experimental Surveys, NT, MB, QC, 2017-2019

Populations of North American breeding scoters appear to be declining, however a large degree of uncertainty remains around population size estimates and trends due to challenges related to surveying this group of sea ducks. From 2017-2019, The Canadian Wildlife Service conducted helicopter surveys for breeding scoters in six study areas across Northern Canada: Lynx Lake, NWT (2017-2019), Little Duck Lake, Manitoba (2017), Ramparts River Wetland, NWT (2017), Yellowknife, NWT (2018), North Lynx Lake, NWT (2019), and the George River, QC (2019). Within each study area, we surveyed 20-26 5x5 km plots, selected using a random stratified sampling design. The surveys were conducted in June each year (range: June 8-22) to coincide with scoter nest initiation and early incubation period. We used a double dependent observer approach (see supplemental information) and we identified all observations of primary species (scoters, scaup, mergansers, Long-tailed ducks) to species and sex when possible. We identified and recorded observations of non-focal species including all other waterfowl, all conspicuous waterbirds and shorebirds, and any observable mammalian species.


Complete metadata is available in downloadable files.


CWS-North DatasetID 085_0

Organization: Environment and Climate Change Canada | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada
Briefing package for the Chief Electoral Officer’s appearance on the Elections Canada’s pilot project to include the Inuit language on federal election ballots in the electoral district of Nunavut before the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (2024-09)

Package of briefing materials prepared for the Chief Electoral Officer to appear before the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (PROC) (2024-09-26)

Organization: Elections Canada | Élections Canada
GC HR and Pay - Concierge

The HR and Pay Concierge is a new solution under development by Human Capital Management (HCM) in Public Services and Procurement Canada to provide employees with clear, instant, and comprehensive insights into their pay – fostering confidence, transparency, and peace of mind at every step. 

Concierge will help employees find accurate information in a timely fashion using several tools to assist in navigating complex pay issues and processes, including a chatbot. The suite of tools aims to address challenges such as the complexity of pay inquiries, the need for personalized support, and help in navigating and simplifying the overpayment process. With a user-friendly interface, Concierge will help enhance transparency, build trust, and provide personalized services.  

The approach is focused on putting the users (employees) at the center first and foremost. The development process will transform tools, policies, and processes to ensure the solution meets the needs of employees effectively and reliably while ensuring quality answers trained by subject matter experts around HR and Pay. The incremental release and thorough testing will ensure that Concierge evolves to provide the best possible support.

Organization: Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada
GC HR and Pay - Data Strategy

The transformation of Human Resources (HR) and pay for the Government of Canada into an integrated, flexible, and modern ecosystem is a complex challenge. To support these activities, Human Capital Management (HCM) has developed a strategy centred around four pillars: HR, pay, data, and management.  

To address challenges in the data pillar, the HCM Data Strategy describes the needs for processes, standards, and rules to govern HR and Pay data. The four key streams – delivery and alignment, accountabilities, data management, and enabling trust – allow trustworthy, high-quality data to easily move throughout the organization, enabling improved insights, decision-making, and more streamlined business processes.  

Organization: Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada
GC HR and Pay - Financial Overview

The Enterprise Project Coordination Office was created for the Human Capital Management (HCM) Portfolio within Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) to lead, coordinate, and implement the development of an integrated, enterprise strategy on project and program oversight (including the management of Portfolio key deliverables; enterprise risk management, oversight and assurance) for the transformation of human resources and pay moving forward. 

The HCM Portfolio continues the mandate to develop recommendations for flexible, modern, and integrated HR and Pay cloud-based Software as a Service solution. It established an integrated project management approach with the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer within Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS-OCHRO) as the business owner and PSPC as the integrated solution delivery team. 

The following documentation provides an overview of the financial standing of the HCM Portfolio. 

Organization: Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada
GC HR and Pay - Improvements to MyGCPay

Launched in 2019, MyGCPay has become an important tool for employees to view information about their pay and benefits. As a key tool in the Government of Canada, continuous improvements are made to MyGCPay to meet the needs of its users. This document provides information on the current state and the way forward for MyGCPay. 

Organization: Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada
GC HR and Pay - Pay Centre Innovation

Ensuring that public servants are paid accurately and on time continues to be a top priority for Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). 

As part of this work, the Pay Centre is undertaking a variety of advancements and improvements to pay processing. The following documentation shares updates and examples of collaboration with Departments, as well as ongoing developments and process improvements to innovate at the Pay Centre. 

Organization: Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada
GC HR and Pay - Stakeholder Engagement Disposition

As part of Public Services and Procurement Canada’s Transparency by Design approach to openly share the work to the transformation project for a single modern of Human Resources (HR) and Pay for the Government of Canada, this disposition shows feedback from two groups: employees of the federal public service and bargainning agents. In August 2024, these groups were asked for their opinions to understand their current HR and Pay issues and their thoughts on the ongoing project.
Comments in this disposition are organized by the questions that were posed to stakeholders. They are provided verbatim except where edited for clarity or to protect the identity of participants, in which case they are categorized as "paraphrased". 
This document is an addition to the “What We Heard” report, which was released as part of the October 2, 2024 quarterly update on the Government of Canada's integrated strategy for human resources and pay. 

Organization: Public Services and Procurement Canada | Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada
Audit of the RCMP Revenue Collection Practices - Final Report

The audit conducted by RCMP Internal Audit included an examination of the current revenue collection practices for the Police Service Agreements. The audit assessed the processes and controls in place for accounts receivable collection, as well as the presentation of notes in the financial statements. The audit examined communication processes in place between Public Safety Canada and RCMP representatives to support the timely collection of contract policing revenues and appropriate recognition of doubtful accounts. In addition, the audit explored revenue collection practices in other departments and police organizations to identify potential opportunities for modernization. The scope period is from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023.

Organization: Royal Canadian Mounted Police | Gendarmerie royale du Canada
Defence Forms Catalogue Listing

List of internal Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces forms. This dataset does not provide public access to the forms because they are for internal use only. The forms are ONLY available and accessible through the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces intranet (DWAN) at the homepage link provided below on this page.

It has come to our attention that clients visiting the Defence Forms Catalogue(DFC) are getting errors and cannot access the DFC. The error is intermittent and SSC has been made aware of the issue. We ask everyone with difficulties accessing the Defense Forms Catalogue to submit an assyst ticket on the DWAN. 

Below are the instructions:

1 – Go in assystNET - Services (mil.ca) and type in search bar ‘ report an enterprise application incident

2 – click on ‘Report an Enterprise Application Incident Report’ fill in the Following information:

a) Type in Defense Forms Catalogue (DFC) and click on magnifying glass; then select Defense Forms Catalogue and click ok

b) In description please explain error you are getting and the solution to remove cache through browsing history not working.

c) Asset Tag or Application name leave blank

d) Please save print screen of error message from DFC on to your desktop and attach to assyst ticket.

For all questions or concerns please contact our generic email box:
NationalFormsServices-Servicesdeformulairesnationaux@forces.gc.ca


Organization: National Defence | Défense nationale
Director of Defence Cousel Services – Results of completed cases 

The Office of the Judge Advocate General oversees the administration of military justice. They offer legal advice to the Governor General and the Minister, as well as at bases and wings, and all across National Defence. They provide lawyers to defend accused persons at courts martial, teach courses to military members, and advise commanders on the ethical and legal principles established by both the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Government of Canada.  

This dataset includes the summary of results of completed case files.  A case file is opened for every accused that requests Defence Cousel services and is considered the official record for the Director of Defence Counsel Services.  A completed case is a case that has either been withdrawn, non-preferred or went to Court Martial and the Court Martial is over.  The results of these completed case files include findings at court martial, stay of charges, withdrawal of charges or non preferral of charges which will bring the file to a close.  

The court martial – a formal military court presided over by a military judge – is designed to deal with more serious offences. Courts martial are conducted in accordance with rules and procedures similar to those of civilian criminal courts and have the same rights, powers and privileges as a superior court of criminal jurisdiction with respect to all “matters necessary or proper for the due exercise of [their] jurisdiction.

Organization: National Defence | Défense nationale