Before You Start

HIFIS 3

On this page:

• System requirements
• Data sharing
• Training

System requirements

Before downloading the HIFIS 3 software, ensure your computer system meets the following requirements:

• Windows 98 or higher
• Pentium III or higher
• 512 MB RAM or higher
• 20 GB Hard Drive or higher

Data sharing

The goal of the HIFIS initiative is to collect data needed to provide the HPS with a portrait of the homelessness issues across Canada, with the ultimate goal of maximizing the impact of the community planning process. As such, all HIFIS 3 users are encouraged to send exports to the HIFIS initiative on a regular basis. For more information, please see the Export Guide.

All HIFIS 3 users sharing data must adhere to the privacy protections and security protocols in the Data Sharing Protocol (DSP).

In use since 2001, the DSP details the requirements for data collection, participation, privacy and security for all shelters and providers of services to the homeless population that are entering data into, or have access to, the HIFIS software. It also outlines the Government of Canada’s responsibilities and obligation to protect data.

• Data Sharing Protocol

Training

For information on training available on HIFIS, please contact the HIFIS initiative.