Earth Sciences
From the first surveys of Canada's landmass to the latest global positioning
systems applications, earth sciences has been an integral part of our
natural resources sector.
Our activities in earth sciences range from mapping groundwater resources,
to remote sensing,
to satellite imaging, to studying the impact
of climate change. Through our activities, we are contributing toward
the sustainable development of Canada's natural resources.
Our world-class expertise in geoscience surveys, environmental protection
and technology innovation make the Geological
Survey of Canada the country's premier agency for geoscientific information
and research.
Through Geomatics
Canada, we survey and map the Canadian landmass, collect and manage
a growing volume of digital maps and develop innovative geographic
information systems and remote sensing applications that contribute
to Canada's reputation as a world leader in the geomatics industry.
Our Polar Continental
Shelf Project provides logistical support to public and private institutions
conducting research north of the 70th parallel to define geographic
limits, establish mineral claims, study climate change and record traditional
knowledge about the North's Aboriginal peoples.
Sharing Our Geospatial Knowledge
Our GeoConnections initiative
is helping to make Canada's geospatial databases available over the Internet
for Canadians and for the world. It is coordinating the efforts and investments
of its partners in the public and private sectors to create the Canadian
Geospatial Data Infrastructure and establish technologies and policies
to access and use geospatial data across Canada.
Responding to Climate Change
The Government of Canada's Climate
Change Impacts and Adaptation Program provides funding for new
research to fill critical gaps that limit our knowledge of Canada's
vulnerability to climate change. It also supports and undertakes assessments
of the latest science related to impacts and adaptation, enhances collaboration
between stakeholders and researchers, and facilitates policy development.
The program is managed by the Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation
Directorate.
Earth sciences are contributing to making our natural resources sector
a cornerstone of our economy — Canada is a world leader in
sales of remote-sensing products and services, and geomatics is one of
our fastest growing industries. By supporting these resource industries,
we can ensure that Canada remains competitive in international markets.
And through sustainable development, all Canadians will enjoy the economic,
social and environmental benefits of our natural resources.
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