Introduce a government API store (actions underway)
TBS will lead the creation of an API store to support information sharing with Canadians, business and other entities external to government. Departments have already made available a number of APIs. The GC API store will offer a consistent means to discovering APIs and subscribing to them. The store will provide API publishers and users with a central, multi-tenant API management platform that includes:
• a searchable catalogue
• version control
• automated access provisioning workflows
Operating under a self-service model, API publishers will be allowed to sign up and benefit from “active documentation” that allows them to drill into API definitions, try APIs and share their feedback in the store’s forum.
Interoperability, mobile applications and APIs are key elements to supporting digital services for the GC.