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Proactive disclosure Print version ![]() ![]() | ![]() | ![]() Earth Sciences Sector About the Sector
The Earth Sciences Sector houses the Geological Survey of Canada, Geomatics Canada, and Polar Continental Shelf Project as a single administrative unit. Each of these vital organizations has retained a strong identity under ESS, and each continues to maintain a separate Web presence.
ESS provides a national focus for the acquisition and interpretation of data, and the production of a wide variety of maps. It also provides information and scientific expertise concerning the Canadian landmass and offshore in the fields of geology, geodesy, land surveying, mapping, and remote sensing.
Headquarters for the Geological Survey of Canada, Geomatics Canada, and Polar Continental Shelf Project are located in Ottawa. There are also facilities and offices across the country. Locations and addresses are available on our Contact us page.
The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) is the oldest scientific organization in Canada.
Here you will find the history of the GSC and also the history
of various programs and divisions within the Earth Sciences Sector.
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