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Target Generation Map — Alberta

To create a target generation map for Alberta, import your AB claims or data as GeoJSON, assign the appropriate layer role for automatic styling, set the Satellite basemap, and export as PNG or PDF. The entire process takes 15–30 minutes with no GIS experience required.

About Mining in Alberta

Alberta is best known for its oil sands but hosts significant coal, potash, and emerging gold exploration in the Rocky Mountain foothills.

Key minerals: coal, oil sands, potash, salt, silica, gold. Notable deposits: Athabasca Oil Sands, Grande Cache Coal, Kananaskis Gold. Mining districts: Peace River, Foothills, Rocky Mountain.

The Alberta Energy Regulator administers mineral rights in Alberta. Claim data is accessible through Alberta Mineral Rights.

What is a Target Generation Map?

A target generation map integrates multiple datasets — geophysical anomalies, geochemical results, structural features, and historical workings — to visually communicate which areas have the highest exploration priority. These maps are central to project generation pitches and technical program planning.

How to Create a Target Generation Map for Alberta

  1. Import target polygon outlines as GeoJSON
  2. Import anomaly extents as a separate GeoJSON layer
  3. Assign Target Areas and Anomalies roles
  4. Import fault and structure lines
  5. Use Outside Shade on key target polygons to focus attention
  6. Add labels for each named target
  7. Overlay on Satellite basemap to show terrain context
  8. Export at high resolution (3×) for technical presentations

Recommended Settings for Alberta

  • Basemap: Satellite
  • Design theme: Technical — Sharp Borders or Modern — Dark Indigo
  • 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 Alberta

  • Exploration program planning
  • Investor technical presentations
  • JV partner presentations
  • Staking decisions

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format do I need for Alberta mineral claims data?
Alberta mineral claims boundaries are available from Alberta 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 Alberta?
Mineral claims in Alberta are regulated by the Alberta Energy Regulator. All tenure and claims data can be queried through Alberta Mineral Rights.
What minerals are typically mapped in Alberta?
Alberta is known for its coal, oil sands, potash, salt deposits. Key producing and exploration-stage properties include Athabasca Oil Sands, Grande Cache Coal, Kananaskis Gold. The main mining districts are Peace River, Foothills, Rocky Mountain.
Can I export a Alberta target generation 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.