City, Toronto Open Data
APIFree open data API for Toronto (Canada) city information
Overview
The City of Toronto Open Data API provides access to thousands of official datasets via RESTful CKAN-compatible endpoints. Supported formats include JSON, CSV, and XML, covering transit schedules, waste collection routes, property tax stats, public health data, and urban infrastructure. Ideal for developers building resident-focused apps (e.g., transit trackers), researchers analyzing urban trends, or urban planners optimizing public services. Most datasets require no authentication, with rate limits to ensure fair usage across users.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://open.toronto.ca/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful CKAN-compatible endpoints
- Multiple formats (JSON, CSV, XML)
- No auth for public datasets
- Thousands of city datasets
- Regularly updated
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is City, Toronto Open Data free to use?
Yes, all public datasets are free to access and use for both non-commercial and commercial purposes, subject to attribution requirements.
? Does it require an API Key?
Most public datasets do not require an API key. Advanced or restricted datasets may need registration or authentication.
? What is the response format?
Responses vary by dataset but commonly include JSON (for metadata/API results), CSV, and XML. CKAN endpoints typically return JSON.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free access to official city data
- ⊕ Wide range of urban datasets
- ⊕ Flexible data formats
- ⊕ Supports non-commercial/commercial use
Cons
- ⊖ Rate limits for high-volume requests
- ⊖ Some datasets need formatting expertise
- ⊖ Basic query capabilities in core API
- ⊖ No dedicated SLA for uptime