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Open Ottawa: Data for a Smarter City



Client Open Ottawa/Darrell Bridge
Professor(s) Sean Sytsma Sean Sytsma
Program Interactive Media Design
Students Sunit Joseph (Lead), Fallon Pulido (Admin), Esmeralda Paredes, Tina Le, Reda El Maddahi, Vedansh Rajput

Project Description:

Project Abstract

This project introduces Open Ottawa’s capabilities in an engaging video, demonstrating how accessible data empowers residents and businesses to make informed decisions for the community’s benefit. The video simplifies Open Ottawa’s offerings and encourages its use across different demographics.
Project Background

Project Background

Open Ottawa provides residents with valuable datasets on topics like traffic, demographics, and the environment. Although rich with insights, the platform’s potential is often overlooked by everyday users due to unfamiliarity with its tools. This project aims to bridge that gap by illustrating Open Ottawa’s practical uses.
Approach

Approach

To make Open Ottawa’s benefits tangible, we developed a narrative-driven video that speaks directly to diverse groups—parents, business owners, students, and community members. By using real-life examples and clear visualizations, the video guides viewers on how to leverage Open Ottawa for personal, professional, and community improvement.
Solution

Solution

The final video simplifies the experience of Open Ottawa, showing practical, everyday uses for the platform in an accessible format. With relatable examples, visual storytelling, and a call to action, the video positions Open Ottawa as an invaluable tool for empowering citizens and fostering community engagement.


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