Data Gateway

The Data Gateway allows the secure file exchange (upload-download) for external partners with various Government of Canada's departments under an authorized information sharing agreement or program.

Programs will enable the use of the Data Gateway by completing the following actions; (see the reference section for documentation).

  • To Request the Data Gateway service (refer to the Data Gateway Overview or see the Upload Onboard Request Form).
  • To find or identify a program administrator within your program (refer to the Administrator's Guide).
  • Important: This Guide should never be shared outside of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
  • To find or identify an Access Coordinator that will manage your external partners' accounts (refer to the Access Coordinator Guide).
  • To inform your access coordinators so they can request the required accounts (refer to the Data Gateway Access Request Form and the External User's Data Gateway Guide).