THE VALUE OF MAPS
Maps are essential tools in making informed decisions, especially when it comes to managing marine environments. Visualizing data spatially allows for better understanding of complex ecosystems and trends within them. Unlike tables, reports, or figures, maps provide a dynamic visualization of spatial patterns. When linked with regularly updated data sources, maps can help track changes in environmental conditions, human activities, or species distributions. They provide a visual and intuitive way to communicate complex information, making it easier for diverse audiences to understand critical issues, from policymakers to the general public.
By centralizing a myriad of geospatial data layers and maps, we aim to provide users with a powerful tool to explore the factors impacting Pacific salmon in the marine environment of BC.
OUR PRODUCTS
We currently have three map-oriented sites:
Map Catalogue
A compilation of interactive and non-interactive maps that offer visual representations of different ecological aspects in the BC marine environment.
View Map Catalogue
Marine Ecosystem Map
A visualization platform with centralized geospatial data, featuring hundreds of layers on marine ecology and human activities in BC.
View the Marine Ecosystem Map
GeoServer
GeoServer is geared towards GIS users. It allows for on-the-fly coordinate re-projection, document re-formatting, data downloading in any format.
Access our geospatial layers