Database Tips
GeoRef Mapping Tool - graphically showing, or mapping, the significant geographic features mentioned in the result set of a search. After running a search, click the Show Map link to display a map of your results. The map plots different geographical data from GEOREF search results on a digital map using Google map technology.
Key Article Databases
- Compendex This link opens in a new windowIncludes GEOBASE and GeoRef. Literature on geography, geology, ecology, international development, and their related disciplines. Coverage: 1973-
- Web of Science This link opens in a new windowMultidisciplinary index to the journal literature of the arts and humanities, social sciences, and sciences. Includes cited reference searching. Coverage: 1975-
Other Databases
- GeoScan This link opens in a new windowBibliographic database for Geological Survey of Canada maps and publications as well as Canada Topographic Maps and publications from the Canada Centre for Remote Sensing.
- Resors Bibliographic Database This link opens in a new window(Remote Sensing Online Retrieval System) - Provide access to archived information on the technologies and applications of remote sensing and is available through the Earth Sciences Information Centre (ESIC) of Natural Resources Canada. Coverage: 1950-1995