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GeoDiscover Alberta helps you find the data you need.
GeoDiscover Alberta helps you find the data you need.
.shp
, .dbf
, and .prj
The file size limit for uploaded files defaults to 20 MB and a limited amount of points (approx 1000). The AVI shapefile is too complex to Add, contact our office for a generalized version.To see the data available for download, click on “Data Search” on the main menu.
Choose “Format” from the filter in the left margin. The “Data links” will show various ways to obtain access. The ZIP files often contain shape files.
If you do not see SHP (Shape Data) readily available, look for the “Contact Distribution Information” in the metadata to request the Shape Data.
Narrow Search: Use the filters on the left to narrow down your search. You may also type keywords into the Search Box. The Keyword "filter" lists words found within the metadata.
Location Based: To find data pertaining to a specific area use the "Map" filter. Typing XY Lat/Long coordinates in the search box will not work. On the mini map zoom into your area of interest. Choose the ◉ "intersects" or ◉ "within" to filter out data that is not within the map.
Wild Card Search: Use the asterisk * character as a wildcard for multiple variants. EG: plan* = plan planning plans
Preview Data: If you wish to get a sample of what the data looks like, click on the Preview link. Also, you can view the full dataset on the Map Viewer by clicking Add to Map.
Either Or: This catalog search logic puts an "or" between each word you put in the search box. Example: Sylvan Lake will return records with Lake or Sylvan in them.
Broken Link? The on-line linkage listed in the metadata might refer to a Web Mapping Service (WMS). The web address requires specialized software to view the data. You can view the data using the GeoDiscover Map Viewer.
More Information: you can find the “Contact Distribution Information” in the metadata to get more specific information about the data.
Send an e-mail to GeoDiscover Alberta if you don't find the information you are looking for.