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The Community Map of Canada and the Living Atlas of Canada – Unlocking a Treasure Chest of Data

The Community Map of Canada and the Living Atlas of Canada are tremendous free resources for anyone using mapping or developing GIS applications in Canada. Built from high quality data, sourced from the authoritative agencies responsible for maintaining this information, these datasets are continuously updated and published in the cloud for all to use. Join us as we walk you through this vast collection of curated data and explain: * What the Community Map and Living Atlas contains, where they reside and how to access these resources * How they can benefit you and your organization * Why the Community Map and Living Atlas are important to your community and the country * How it can help you prepare for critical events such as the COVID-19 situation and the Next Generation 9-1-1 mandate This recording will provide an overview of how the data is collected, who are the primary sources of this information, and the process by which the myriad of data sources are integrated into a consistent national map and continuously maintained.