Dataverse is an open-source; publicly accessible; secure data repository provided by Scholars Portal (in Ontario) and other participating institutions. It was recently renamed Borealis to reflect the service that it now provides to researchers across Canada. Borealis uses the Dataverse platform.
Researchers at Brandon University can use Dataverse to search for data, directly deposit data, create metadata, release and share data openly or privately, and visualize and explore data. There is no direct cost to researchers for housing data here as it is paid for by the John E. Robbins Library at Brandon University.
If you wish to use Dataverse simply register for an account. This guide also point to training materials that you can consult regarding Dataverse.
These include instructional videos provided by the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL)
Some key benefits to using Dataverse to manage your research data include:
Taken from: https://learn.scholarsportal.info/all-guides/dataverse/#Why-use-Dataverse
Dataverse is classified as a General Repository - which means it accepts all file types. This makes it suitable for researchers needs across disciplines. As a Canadian repository it also enables researchers to deposit data while taking into account data Sovereignty.
There are a few instances when Dataverse will not be useful to you: