Geomatics

Tips for starting your GIS projects

Choose a subject area or topic that interests you. 

  • You might want to use the Articles tab to find articles. 
  • Or consult the Resources on the left to find web sites and news releases that provide insight into the many innovative ways that GIS professionals have been using GIS technology.

Formulate a Research Question

  • In Toronto, where could we open a senior centre?
  • Which neighborhood in Ottawa would benefit the most from having a skating rink?)

Select geographic region to study

Use the Geospatial Data tab to find relevant data (Contact the GSG concerning feasibility).  You might have to modify the geographic region for your topic in order to coincide with data availability.

Note that the turn over time for data request is generally two days, but can take longer during busy times of the year.