Frequently Asked Questions
Information about GCcollab
Like all virtual workspaces where people are invited to participate and make contributions, there is the risk that an individual could disrupt the creati...
Wed, 6 Sep, 2017 at 3:35 PM
What happens if someone posts inappropriate content on GCcollab? All content within GCcollab is attributable to the contributor. as all entries are auto...
Tue, 7 Jul, 2020 at 1:07 PM
Yes, all GCcollab content is subject to disclosure under the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act. Note that GCcollab can be accessed by member...
Thu, 15 Feb, 2018 at 9:31 AM
Yes, Crown corporations have access to GCcollab and are welcomed to use it to support their mandates. If you are an employee of a Crown corporation but cann...
Wed, 6 Sep, 2017 at 3:29 PM
GCcollab uses Elgg, an open source social networking software that provides individuals and organizations with the components needed to create an online so...
Wed, 6 Sep, 2017 at 3:27 PM
If an account is deleted from GCcollab, everything that member contributed is lost. While someone may leave their current position or organization and feel...
Wed, 6 Sep, 2017 at 3:25 PM
Notifications inform you of activities in groups you have joined or content that you have indicated that you would like to follow. If you feel you are rece...
Tue, 18 Aug, 2020 at 3:07 PM
GCcollab is open to students and academics from all Canadian universities and colleges as well as federal, provincial, territorial and municipal public serv...
Fri, 19 Apr, 2024 at 8:46 AM
I tried to register, but it says that my email address is not approved on GCcollab. What should I do GCcollab is open to many organizations including...
Tue, 7 Jul, 2020 at 3:07 PM