CanMatrix consists of scanned topographic maps of Canada at the 1:50Ìý000 and 1:250Ìý000 scales. Since CanMatrix maps are georeferenced, they can be used as a background for various applications, such as: ArcGIS, MapInfo, AutoCad or Global Position Systems (GPS)
Access
CanMatrix is available for download at:
Georeferenced digital topographic maps:
Print ready digital topographic maps:
Additional Information
Title | CanMatrix |
Author | Minister of Natural Resources, Canada |
Date | Various |
Language | English & French |
Format | GeoTIFF {.tif} |
Scale | 1:50 000 & 1:250 000 |
Projection | UTM |
Datum | NAD83 |
Resolution | 300 dpi |
Access Tips |
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Licence | Available to the general public |
Additional Documentation |
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Citation (sample) | Natural Resources Canada. [computer file]. CanMatrix, 1:50 000, Laurentides, Quebec. sheet 31H/13, edition 12. Ottawa: Natural Resources Canada, Geomatics Canada, 1995. |