Spatial & Numeric Data Services

Providing access to cartographic materials, GIS and statistical data and software. We can assist with finding resources both within and outside our collection

The SANDS services will be closed until further notice. Please email maps@ucalgary.ca or use the library Chat if you require assistance. Thank you.

Data & Statistics

Spatial and Numeric Data Services, Data and Statistics collects and provides access to aggregate data and Statistics Canada licensed microdata files.

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GIS & Spatial Data

Spatial and data resources in our collection and freely available.

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Maps

Our collection has over 200,000 print maps. Coverage is worldwide with emphasis on Calgary, Alberta, and Canada. Maps vary in scale, date, and theme. Major sets include the National Topographic Series (NTS) for Canada, Alberta resources, and City of Calgary topographic and community district series.

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Digital historic maps

Air Photos

The collection includes about one million air photos, with Calgary and southern Alberta as the primary focus. There is less inclusive coverage for northern Alberta and other provinces and territories. Air photos are taken at various scales and years; Calgary coverage starts in 1924.

Please note: as of May 22 2018, SANDS will no longer circulate air photos. Scanners are available; please bring a data drive to transport files.

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