Geographical Names of Canada

 

Overview:

Canadian Geographical Names Data Base (CGNDB) helps to find the location of a place in Canada.

Content:


 * Site provides the following searches.
 * Name of a place
 * Query by the name of a city, town, lake or other geographical feature.
 * Coordinates
 * Query by CGNDB Coordinates
 * Unique code
 * Query by CGNDB Unique Identifier
 * The results list shows:
 * Name
 * Province or territory
 * Feature type
 * Location
 * NTS (National Topographic System) map
 * Details
 * Map

Internet Address:

http://geonames.nrcan.gc.ca/index_e.php or a Google search for Geographical Names Canada.

Using the site:

1. On the left, under the heading GeoNames Query, click on one of the following:


 * Name
 * Coordinates
 * Unique Code

2. Follow the instructions give on the screen.

Cost:


 * Free

Tips:


 * Read the instructions before beginning a search.