Drill Results Map — Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador — experiencing a gold exploration renaissance in the underexplored Exploits Subzone — is a prime target for junior exploration companies. Here's how to create a professional drill results map using Exploration Maps in 15–30 minutes.

Example drill results map created in Exploration Maps — Example drill results map exported from Exploration Maps — style your Newfoundland and Labrador data the same way.

About Mining in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador is experiencing a gold exploration renaissance in central Newfoundland, while Labrador hosts world-class iron ore and base metal deposits.

Key minerals: iron ore, nickel, copper, cobalt, gold, fluorspar. Notable deposits: Voisey's Bay, Labrador Iron Ore, Julienne Lake, Pine Cove. Mining districts: Labrador Trough, Central Newfoundland, Northern Peninsula.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Industry, Energy and Technology administers mineral rights in Newfoundland and Labrador. Claim data is accessible through NL GeoAtlas.

Getting Mining Data for Newfoundland and Labrador

Portal	Formats	Notes
NL GeoAtlas	Shapefile, KML	NL GeoAtlas provides mineral claim data as NAD83 geographic coordinates. Download the 'Active Mining Claims' layer from the geospatial data portal. Labrador properties may cross the Quebec boundary — verify both provincial claim databases if your tenure straddles the border.

How to Create a Drill Results Map for Newfoundland and Labrador

For a full step-by-step guide to drill results maps, see How to Make a Drill Results Map.

Import your drill collar CSV (columns: hole ID, latitude, longitude, depth, assay)
Assign the Drillholes layer role
Import the property claims boundary as GeoJSON
Add callout labels to key holes showing hole ID and best intercept
Use Badge Label type to highlight the highest-grade holes
Configure the title with program name and date
Set the Landscape 16:9 ratio for news release figures
Export as PNG at 2× for email and PDF for the news release attachment

Labelling a drillhole with its best intercept in Exploration Maps.

Tip for Newfoundland and Labrador: Central Newfoundland's gold exploration district is active and growing — include a regional inset showing the Exploits Subzone and the locations of nearby past-producing mines (Nugget Pond, Hammerdown) to give investors the geological context that makes junior projects compelling.

Recommended Settings for Newfoundland and Labrador

Basemap: Light or Satellite
Design theme: Investor — Navy & White
Export format: PNG at 2× for investor presentations, PDF (Letter or A4) for NI 43-101 reports
Coordinate system: Ensure source data is in WGS84 (EPSG:4326)

Common Use Cases in Newfoundland and Labrador

Exploration news releases
NI 43-101 technical reports
Investor day presentations
Analyst briefings

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format do I need for Newfoundland and Labrador mineral claims data?

Newfoundland and Labrador mineral claims boundaries are available from NL GeoAtlas and can typically be downloaded as Shapefiles or KML. Convert these to GeoJSON at mapshaper.org before importing into Exploration Maps.

Who regulates mineral claims in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Mineral claims in Newfoundland and Labrador are regulated by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Industry, Energy and Technology. All tenure and claims data can be queried through NL GeoAtlas.

What minerals are typically mapped in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Newfoundland and Labrador is known for its iron ore, nickel, copper, cobalt deposits. Key producing and exploration-stage properties include Voisey's Bay, Labrador Iron Ore, Julienne Lake. The main mining districts are Labrador Trough, Central Newfoundland, Northern Peninsula.

Can I export a Newfoundland and Labrador drill results map for a NI 43-101 report?

Yes. Exploration Maps exports PNG and PDF at 2–3× pixel ratio, suitable for inclusion in NI 43-101 technical reports as required figures. The export includes north arrow, scale bar, legend, and title block — all standard map elements required for NI 43-101 compliance.