Scholars GeoPortal
Database Overview
Alternate Title(s): GeoPortal
Platform: Scholars Portal
Link to Database
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From OCUL news release: Scholars GeoPortal is [a] ... geospatial data discovery tool allowing Ontario’s university students and researchers to ... [engage] with OCUL’s growing collection of geospatial data. The portal offers search, preview, query, download and sharing functionality for datasets licensed by Ontario university libraries, covering such topics as land use, transportation networks, census boundaries, geology, soils, points of interest (such as healthcare facilities, schools, and airports), air photos, and more. Laurier Library provides access to several data sets on this platform including City of Mississauga GeoSpatial Data. More information: Scholars GeoPortal (Scholars Portal LibGuide)
Database Details
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Summary:
Use geographically based licensed data in a visual interface.
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Authorized Users:
Laurier Library visitors, Laurier staff students and faculty
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