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Alberta 1921 map

1921 Map of Alberta

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Historic map of Alberta taken from Putnam's Handy Volume Atlas of the World that was published in 1921
Explore nearly 150 years of Kingston History using Maps and Aerial Images

Explore nearly 150 years of Kingston History using Maps and Aerial Images

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The Snapshot Kingston online mapping application allows people to explore nearly 150 years of Kingston History using Maps and Aerial Images. See how this application is helping citizens better appreciate their history and geography ...
The Amazing MapMan coloring book

The Amazing MapMan coloring book

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To help encourage kids to get more involved in GIS Day, Esri has provided a digital coloring book featuring The Amazing MapMan. He shows kids, teens, and adults how GIS can be used to save the day. Download your free digital copy of the Amazing MapMan today ...
History of Canada in 10 Maps

History of Canada in 10 Maps

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A History of Canada in 10 Maps consists of several fascinating stories behind some of the people and maps that helped define Canada.
Free GIS Day Promotional Resources

Free GIS Day Promotion Resources

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GIS Day provides a forum for GIS users all over the world to demonstrate how real-world applications are making a difference in society. This year GIS day is Wednesday, November 13, 2019. Download free resources provided to help you put together a fun and successful GIS Day event ...
Vancouver Map Flyover

Vancouver Map Flyover

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Check out this neat short film created using an old relief map of Vancouver from the 1970s that was hung on the walls in the Department of Geography at UBC for many years ...
A Life worthwhile

How COGS became the ‘Go to Place’ for Technical Map Training

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The education programs offered at COGS has evolved and changed drastically over the years, however COGS has maintained an international reputation for the ability to design, develop and deliver high quality technical professionals that continue to populate the geospatial community. Find out how to download various literature about the history of COGS.
The Many Applications of GIS

The Many Applications of GIS

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GIS is used in almost all other sectors from urban planning and environmental conservation to healthcare and business. The infographic here explains some of the more modern uses of GIS and the common career paths in the field of GIS.
Photogrammetry - 3D Maps of Coral Reefs

Photogrammetry – 3D Maps of Coral Reefs

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Photographic studies of coral reefs are being stitched together, piece by piece, using a 3D technology called photogrammetry.