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Target Generation Map — Nova Scotia

To create a target generation map for Nova Scotia, import your NS 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 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 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 Nova Scotia

  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 Nova Scotia

  • 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 Nova Scotia

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

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 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.