How Government Can Unleash the Power of Data and Analytics

July 11, 2019

State and local governments routinely collect and store large volumes of data that potentially can help improve citizen services and make organizations run more efficiently. Unfortunately, for a host of reasons, much of this valuable information hasn’t been fully analyzed or acted upon, representing an untapped resource for public sector decision-makers.

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Ontario Parks

Ontario Parks is a branch of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Foresty, and is responsible for the managment, operations and adminstration of Ontario's Provincial Park system.Ontario Parks’ mandate is to protect significant natural and cultural resources in a system of parks and protected areas that is sustainable and provides opportunities for inspiration, enjoyment and education: now and for future generations.

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Ontario Parks

Ontario Parks is a branch of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Foresty, and is responsible for the managment, operations and adminstration of Ontario's Provincial Park system.Ontario Parks’ mandate is to protect significant natural and cultural resources in a system of parks and protected areas that is sustainable and provides opportunities for inspiration, enjoyment and education: now and for future generations.

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