Requesting S3 Object Storage

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Last updated: Aug 11, 2022
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What is Object Storage?

The Object Storage Service is for Ministry and Greater Public Sector clients to store data as objects using standard protocols including S3, NFS, and HTTPS. The S3 compatible storage is a Dell ECS Enterprise Object Storage, providing a scalable, secure, fully managed object storage platform with high availability and enterprise features. Data put into Object Storage will be mirrored by the OCIO between Calgary and Kamloops, with a failover function in the event that one data center is unavailable. The replication of data is asynchronous and constant. There are no data backups within Object Storage as it is meant for archival data.

Requesting Object Storage

Object Storage requests are handled through the Information Management Branch (IMB) Service Desk, the iStore preparer for several business areas within CITZ. The person submitting the request must be a MySC authorized requestor.

To submit an iStore Request:

  1. Navigate to the Citizens' Services Hub and scroll down to the bottom of the page. Under the “Hosting & SharePoint” dropdown, click on “Application Services“ to download the “Application Hosting Services“ form.

  2. Select the “Object Storage” option under the “Custom Hosting Services” section.

  3. Email the completed form to: CITZIMBSD@gov.bc.ca

  4. A confirmation Ticket Tracking Number will be sent to you from open to close of your ticket which must be referenced for correspondence with IMB about your request.

The status of your ticket can be tracked by visiting the CITZ IMB Service Desk.