Maps & Geographic Information in Ontario

 
Geographic information systems (GIS) and geographic products, including maps, support the sound management of natural resources. Our economy relies directly or indirectly on land information to plan and maintain activities. Much of Ontario's environmental, economic, and social well-being depends on land information.
 

Feature: The Role of Geographic Information

 
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Ontario Depends on Geographic Information


Geographic information plays a critical support role in protecting biodiversity, source water protection, resource reporting and many of our daily activities. Land Information Ontario (LIO), of the Ministry of Natural Resources, manages geographic information for use in maps and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

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