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Infrastructure Map — Nova Scotia

To create a mining infrastructure map for Nova Scotia, import your NS claims or data as GeoJSON, assign the appropriate layer role for automatic styling, set the Topographic basemap, and export as PNG or PDF. The entire process takes 15–30 minutes with no GIS experience required.

About Mining in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia's Meguma Terrane is a gold-rich geological belt that has produced millions of ounces of gold and is seeing renewed exploration interest.

Key minerals: gold, gypsum, salt, barite, tin, tungsten. Notable deposits: Moose River, Touquoy, Atlantic Gold, Meguma Gold Belt. Mining districts: Meguma Terrane, Antigonish Highlands.

The Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources administers mineral rights in Nova Scotia. Claim data is accessible through Nova Scotia Mineral Rights.

What is a Infrastructure Map?

An infrastructure map communicates the logistical reality of an exploration project — road access, power availability, water sources, airstrips, and proximity to service communities. Investors and permitting authorities use these maps to assess project advancement costs and feasibility. A well-made infrastructure map can significantly de-risk a project in the eyes of financiers.

How to Create a Infrastructure Map for Nova Scotia

  1. Import road network GeoJSON and assign Roads/Access role
  2. Import water bodies and rivers
  3. Import property boundary
  4. Enable topographic basemap to show terrain and elevation context
  5. Add labels for key infrastructure (airstrip, camp, power line)
  6. Add a scale bar to communicate distances accurately
  7. Enable North Arrow
  8. Export as PDF for permitting packages

Recommended Settings for Nova Scotia

  • Basemap: Topographic
  • Design theme: Terrain — Earthy & Warm or Technical — Sharp Borders
  • 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 Nova Scotia

  • Permitting applications
  • Feasibility studies
  • Investor presentations
  • Environmental assessments

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format do I need for Nova Scotia mineral claims data?
Nova Scotia mineral claims boundaries are available from Nova Scotia Mineral Rights 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 Nova Scotia?
Mineral claims in Nova Scotia are regulated by the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources. All tenure and claims data can be queried through Nova Scotia Mineral Rights.
What minerals are typically mapped in Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia is known for its gold, gypsum, salt, barite deposits. Key producing and exploration-stage properties include Moose River, Touquoy, Atlantic Gold. The main mining districts are Meguma Terrane, Antigonish Highlands.
Can I export a Nova Scotia mining infrastructure map for an 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 elements required for NI 43-101 compliance.