Data Library News

Story Maps from ArcGIS

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 08:47:45 -0600

Storytelling maps bring the power of geography and spatial analysis to large audiences. With ArcGIS these are quick and easy to create and share to enhance presentations and research. Check some out or download the templates here

New course for those interested in GIS!

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:33:54 -0600

Cultural Heritage Mapping: Locating Saskatoon’s Past, will introduce students to GIS by using Cartographica software. To find out more about this course, click here
The course starts May 9, so register soon!

Interactive map tracks aid in Japan after 2011 earthquake and tsunami

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:33:40 -0600

Direct Relief and the Japanese American Citizens League have created this interactive map to display how people in Japan have been helped after the 2011 disasters. VIEW MAP HERE

2011 Census: Population and Dwelling Counts

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:19:32 -0600

Statistics Canada has released analysis and data products on population and dwelling counts from the 2011 Census of Population. This is the first of four releases. Upcoming releases will focus on population by age and sex (May 29, 2012), families, households, marital status, structural type of dwelling and collectives (September 19, 2012) and language (October 24, 2012). Source: The Daily

Census 2011: Website >>
Population and Dwelling Counts >>

Free data on the Statistics Canada website

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:47 -0600

As of February 1, 2012, self-serve standard products available on the Statistics Canada website—including CANSIM and census data products—have become free of charge.

Statistics Canada will maintain current pricing practices for products such as print publications, maps, CD-ROMs, and custom products and services.

Licensing restrictions for the use of Statistics Canada data products have been removed.

The above change does not affect the dissemination of survey data files (microdata files) under the DLI license. These files can only be accessed through either ODESI or EQUINOX . Please contact Data and GIS Library Services via Email if you have any questions.

Main text copied from Statistics Canada Media Advisory.

GIS and Social Media: ESRI's Public Information Map

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:04:28 -0600

Social media is another source of geographic data. A new information map from ESRI allows users to access and share youtube video's, links, tweets and more!
Check it out here

Interested in Crowdsourcing? Check this out!

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:23:56 -0600

Tomnod creates crowdsourcing applications that are entertaining, educational and sometimes lifesaving! Take a look at their current projects such as the Christchurch Disaster Mapper, Expedition Mongolia or Herd It!

Saskatoon Transit and Google Collaborate on Transit Trip Planning

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:32:50 -0600

Navigating the streets of Saskatoon by bus just got easier... read full story here!

New! Google Map Maker Canada

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:33:45 -0600

Add local knowledge to the map with Google Map Maker for Canada!- add your knowledge into Google Maps by adding your favorite hiking path, local coffee shop and more.

Making a Meaningful Map

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:20:25 -0600

A checklist for compiling more effective maps - Click here to read the blog entry from ESRI!

Content Tracking for the Canadian Community Health Survey

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:12:30 -0600

The Ontario Public Health Improvement Research Network’s new Content Tracking Tool for the Canadian Community Health Survey is now available to all DLI-affiliated institutions. This tool highlights variable changes and helps users evaluate the effect of these changes when data is combined across cycles. Currently, the tool covers cycles 1.1 to 4.1 (years 2001 to 2008).

ODESI: New web-based extraction tool

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:56:45 -0600

ODESI is recommended as the primary extraction tool for retrieving all DLI (Statistics Canada) data. It has excellent search capabilities - allowing users to search across surveys at the variable level - and good metadata. The data may be downloaded in a variety of formats. Users may also conduct basic statistical analysis without having to download the data file. Go to Website >>

Presentations with ArcGIS Explorer

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:12:44 -0600

Want a cool way to present your map? Try using ArcGIS Explorer online to create your map and make presentations!
Check out this example: Mapping Flooding in Saskatoon

New 2010 Orthophoto imagery added to FlySask!

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:58:47 -0600

FlySask offers high quality imagery of Saskatchewan, and includes interactive mapping and data downloading for users. Contact GIS library services for a username and password.

Use ArcGIS Online!

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 10:59:35 -0600

Want to create and share your maps online? watch this video about how to use ArcGIS Online