This document discusses open data and open government initiatives. It provides examples of open data portals from different countries and municipalities. It outlines the benefits of open data for informing citizens, fueling innovation, and increasing government transparency and accountability. The document advocates for modernizing Quebec's access to information laws and developing an open data portal and strategy for Montreal. It provides examples of civic applications and startups that have used open data. The overall message is that open data and open government can strengthen democracy.