Client: PWGSC/CCSB/CIPS
Project: Government of Canada's Web Site Development

Description:

Avalon Works is providing web application development services related to the evolution of the Government of Canada's Web Site.

Citizen Information Programs and Services (CIPS) is a sector within the Communications Coordination Services Branch (CCSB), a branch within Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). CIPS is focused on delivering information on Government of Canada (GoC) programs and services using call centre and Internet technologies.

Specifically, CIPS is responsible for the management and operation of the Canada Site Portal for the Government of Canada (http://www.canada.gc.ca), the management and operation of the public service information resource, Publiservice, and the delivery of the 1-800-O-CANADA information service. These are collectively referred to as Citizen information programs and services.

The Canada Site Portal is an important component of the overall GOL strategy and initiative and is be seen by both internal and external partners as leading in the delivery of the GOL requirements. In order to meet the Tier I objectives defined within the GOL framework, the CS Portal has actively engaged comments through focus testing sessions in preparation of creating the final Tier I version of the Portal.

Tasks performed:

In order to meet the deliverable dates for the next release of the Canada Site Portal, Avalon Works is participating in the development of new features to be added to the Canada Site:

  • Receive tasks from the project coordinator
  • Analyze client's requirements
  • Mark up the appropriate files in html format to create the desired presentation.
  • Apply Government of Canada (GoC) Common Look and Feel Guidelines.
  • Code for accessibility requirements as per W3C priority 1 & 2 checkpoints.
  • Apply cascading style sheets
  • Test instructions, and assemble specifications, flow charts, diagrams, and layouts, programming and operating instructions to document applications for later modification or reference.
  • Verify accuracy and completeness of programs by preparing sample data, and testing them by means of system acceptance test runs made by operating personnel.
  • Correct program errors by revising instructions.