Aim
- To analyze and visualize the existing data.
- To identify external events or data sources to enhance visualizations.
- To discover trends in the data to gain insights on how the data may change over time.
Analysis
In this project we analyzed (but not limited to) the following:
- Top Downloaded Datasets Over Time
- Dataset Sessions Over Time
- Impact of Real World Events like 'Elections' on Dataset Consumption
- Weekly & Monthly Engagement
- Top Searches on the Portal
Datasets Over Time
City of Toronto’s Open Data portal saw a consistent increase in dataset session activity compared to 2023, with the most significant spike in April. This spike in April corresponds perfectly with the dogs-issued-dangerous-dog-orders dataset as shown below. Overall, monthly sessions in 2024 outperformed those in 2023 across nearly all months, indicating improved engagement with the portal.
Top Downloaded Datasets (2024)

Top Searches

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