The information base will expand as new partners come on board and the information will be continuously updated to keep it both current and accurate. More and more, Canadian consumers are turning to the web for information that will help them make difficult marketplace decisions, but often they are unsure of the reliability of the information. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the Gateway is a centralized source of comprehensive consumer information compiled by more than 25 Government of Canada departments and agencies. More content will be added as new information becomes available and new partners come onboard. Comprehensive consumer research has been carefully organized by familiar topics including health, housing, food and money.
Information is accessible in both English and French.
Users can navigate the site by topic or with the help of a powerful search engine. Related web links, e-mail addresses and regional phone numbers are provided throughout. All partners contributing to the site update their content regularly to ensure data is current as well as accurate. Canadians without Internet access at home or at work can log on to the Canadian Consumer Information Gateway at public libraries, community access points, or public access kiosks located in Government of Canada service outlets. Bookmark the site and use it often as a reliable resource for consumer information.