Maps, Charts and Architectural Plans

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The table below lists some of the types of material in the LAC collection and which database search(es) to use for each, as indicated by an "√". For ease of reference, the material is grouped by category (i.e., air photos, atlases, charts, geomatics, globes, maps, and plans). Popular types of materials are also listed for most categories.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list as LAC databases are continually being updated with new records. This table only provides search information for the more commonly requested maps, charts and architectural plans at LAC. If you do not find what you are looking for in the table below, try searching all databases or use Ask Us a Question.

You can now find all the records from the "Maps, Plans and Charts" database using Archives Search*.

Search every applicable database (√)

*Using Archives Search you can now find all the records from the "Maps, Plans and Charts" database. (The former "Maps, Plans and Charts" research tool provided access to approximately 40,000 records with individual descriptions from the "old card catalogue.")

Maps, Plans and Charts database can also be downloaded in XML format via the Open Data from LAC: www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/opendata/index-e.html

**Finding aids are tools that provide access to archival material and come in many different forms including lists and descriptive inventories. Further information on finding aids is available here: Finding Aids.

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