Target Generation Map — Northwest Territories

To create a target generation map for Northwest Territories, import your NT 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 Northwest Territories

The Northwest Territories hosts Canada's diamond industry and the historic Yellowknife gold camp, with extensive underexplored terrain across the Slave Geological Province.

Key minerals: diamonds, gold, tungsten, lead, zinc, lithium. Notable deposits: Ekati, Diavik, Giant Mine, Con Mine. Mining districts: Yellowknife, Mackenzie, Slave Geological Province.

The Northwest Territories Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment administers mineral rights in Northwest Territories. Claim data is accessible through NWT Mining Recorder.

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 Northwest Territories

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

Recommended Settings for Northwest Territories

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 Northwest Territories

Exploration program planning
Investor technical presentations
JV partner presentations
Staking decisions

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format do I need for Northwest Territories mineral claims data?

Northwest Territories mineral claims boundaries are available from NWT Mining Recorder 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 Northwest Territories?

Mineral claims in Northwest Territories are regulated by the Northwest Territories Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment. All tenure and claims data can be queried through NWT Mining Recorder.

What minerals are typically mapped in Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories is known for its diamonds, gold, tungsten, lead deposits. Key producing and exploration-stage properties include Ekati, Diavik, Giant Mine. The main mining districts are Yellowknife, Mackenzie, Slave Geological Province.

Can I export a Northwest Territories 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.