Data Library News tag:blogs.usask.ca,2013:/data_news//1032 2013-04-04T21:04:03Z Story Maps from ArcGIS tag:blogs.usask.ca,2012:/data_news//1032.26191 2012-07-03T14:47:45Z 2013-04-04T21:04:03Z 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... jah099 some out or download the templates here ]]> New course for those interested in GIS! tag:blogs.usask.ca,2012:/data_news//1032.25730 2012-04-26T21:33:54Z 2012-04-26T21:36:37Z 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!... jah099 here The course starts May 9, so register soon! ]]> Interactive map tracks aid in Japan after 2011 earthquake and tsunami tag:blogs.usask.ca,2012:/data_news//1032.25506 2012-03-12T17:33:40Z 2012-03-12T17:36:34Z 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... jah099 VIEW MAP HERE ]]> 2011 Census: Population and Dwelling Counts tag:blogs.usask.ca,2012:/data_news//1032.25291 2012-02-08T15:19:32Z 2012-02-09T15:54:19Z 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,... sjk084 Source: The Daily Census 2011: Website >> Population and Dwelling Counts >>]]> Free data on the Statistics Canada website tag:blogs.usask.ca,2012:/data_news//1032.25231 2012-02-01T16:00:47Z 2012-02-01T16:29:17Z 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... sjk084 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 tag:blogs.usask.ca,2012:/data_news//1032.25084 2012-01-04T17:04:28Z 2012-01-04T17:07:14Z 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... jah099 here ]]> Interested in Crowdsourcing? Check this out! tag:blogs.usask.ca,2011:/data_news//1032.24891 2011-11-23T16:23:56Z 2011-11-23T16:25:17Z 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!... jah099 Christchurch Disaster Mapper, Expedition Mongolia or Herd It! ]]> Saskatoon Transit and Google Collaborate on Transit Trip Planning tag:blogs.usask.ca,2011:/data_news//1032.24710 2011-10-28T16:32:50Z 2011-10-28T20:47:18Z Navigating the streets of Saskatoon by bus just got easier... read full story here!... jah099 here! ]]> New! Google Map Maker Canada tag:blogs.usask.ca,2011:/data_news//1032.24676 2011-10-24T17:33:45Z 2011-10-24T21:06:03Z 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.... jah099 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 tag:blogs.usask.ca,2011:/data_news//1032.24660 2011-10-21T20:20:25Z 2011-10-21T20:20:49Z A checklist for compiling more effective maps - Click here to read the blog entry from ESRI!... jah099 Click here to read the blog entry from ESRI! ]]>