Frequently Asked Questions - PDF maps
- How do I save (download) the map without opening a map from the web page?
- How do I print a portion of the map?
- Can I print the whole map?
- When are the maps updated?
- Does a new map mean there has been a change in dispositions?
- Are the restrictions and freehold mineral rights for one type of mineral the same for other minerals?
- What is the difference between the Interactive Map and the PDF version of the map?
How do I save (download) the map without opening a map from the web page?
In Internet Explorer, right-click on the map link and select Save Target As...
In FireFox or Netscape, right-click on the map link and select Save Link As..
How do I print a portion of the map?
1. Zoom in to the area of your interest.
2. Select the Graphics Select Tool button
and drag on thepage to draw the area you want.
3. Choose File > Page Setup to set general printing options.
4. Click the Print button.
For more detailed instructions, see Printing PDF documents, under Help.
You can print the map for the entire Province from the PDF version. However when you print the entire map on an ordinary printer you will get a reproduced scale that is not very useful. To print the full map at 1: 1 000 000 you will need a 36" plotter.
The PDF formatted maps are updated daily and should be available by 11:00 am. Please check the date in the lower left hand corner of the PDF map page to ensure you are viewing today's edition.
Does a new map mean there has been a change in dispositions?
A new map is generated daily whether or not there are any changes. In addition to change in mineral rights dispositions, a new edition may show changes in client identification, restrictions, map features, etc.
Are the restrictions and freehold mineral rights for one type of mineral the same for other minerals?
No. Each mineral type has its own set of restrictions and freehold (non-Crown) mineral rights are specific to each mineral type. For example, in a location where coal rights are unavailable due to restrictions, there may be no restrictions on oil and gas rights. Or, where the coal is freehold, metallic and industrial minerals may be Crown.
What is the difference between the Interactive Map and the PDF version of the map?
| Characteristic | Interactive Map | PDF Version of Map |
| Updating | Usually updated once a day by 4:00 a.m. based on the previous day's data updates. | Usually updated once a day by 11:00 a.m., based on the previous day's data updates. |
| Zoom In/Out |
When you zoom in you will be able to view information and details that are not available at lower resolution |
When you zoom in, you get a higher magnification of the same image and the same information. At higher resolution the image may become blurred. |
| Moving Around the Map | Can turn on/off data layers Can move Up/Down, Right/Left Can move diagonally Can move to a Location by selecting a key (e.g. township, NTS map sheet) |
Can only move Up/Down, Right/Left |
| Information Detail | At higher resolution, the information is displayed as entered in the database from which the map is generated. The display is as as detailed as the source data. | Information is plotted to the nearest section. |
| Data Layers Available | More data layers than in pdf | What you see is what you get, cannot change the data layers. |
| Changing What is Shown on the Map | A wide range of options for selecting an area; turning data layers on and off, etc. | What you see is what you get, cannot change the data display. |
| Information Reports | Can be generated based on current selection | Not available. You need an LSAS search to get this information. |
