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== '''What is Proactive Publication?''' ==

== '''What is Proactive Publication?''' ==

In 2019 Bill C-58 received royal assent, bringing into force the most significant changes to the ''Access to Information Act'' since it's inception in 1983. Amongst several important changes to the Act was the introduction of Part II: Proactive Publication requirements. Proactive Publications are records known to be of public interest government departments subject to the Act must publish proactively on a scheduled basis. Part II represents a big step forward towards improving the Government of Canada's transparency.

In 2019, Bill C-58 received royal assent bringing into force the most significant changes to the ''Access to Information Act'' since it's inception in 1983. Amongst several important changes was the introduction of Part II: Proactive Publication of Information. Proactive Publications are records considered to be of public interest (briefing materials, travel and hospitality expenses incurred etc.) departments subject to the Act must publish proactively on a scheduled basis. Part II represents a significant step towards improving the government's transparency.

With limited exceptions, Proactive Publication materials are posted on the Open Government Portal. Pursuant to Appendix D of the Directive on Pro

With limited exceptions, Proactive Publication materials are posted on the Open Government Portal. Pursuant to Appendix D of the Directive on Pro