GeoNames Canada

[Language Portal of Canada @Our_languages]

February is #IndigenousLanguagesMonth in the Northwest Territories! Did you know that 9 of the 11 official languages in the #NWT are #IndigenousLanguages? https://t.co/sN3dedrvio

[Alberta Arts, Culture and Status of Women @AlbertaCulture]

Ever wonder how a place on Alberta’s map got its name?

The Alberta Geographical Names Web Map is a digital, interactive map that allows people to learn about the origins of Alberta’s place names.

Learn more: https://t.co/mbzI7opXce

[ICC 2025 @ICC2025VanCity]

🌍Exciting News! Our Call for Abstracts for the 2025 International Cartographic Conference is now open! 🗺️✨Get ready to share your groundbreaking research and innovative ideas. Stay tuned for updates! #ICC25VanCity #Cartography #CallForAbstracts

[Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources @ONresources]

The Geographic Names Board is considering 5 name proposals for lakes, bays and islands in Ontario. We want to hear from people who live in Huron Shores, Sudbury, Muskoka Lakes, and Ignace.
Share your feedback by October 14, 2024 at https://t.co/MwaTJMYKzU

[CTV News Calgary @CTVCalgary]

First Nation officially reclaims traditional name
The settlement of Morley will now be called Mînî Thnî, marking the beginning of a healing journey for members of the community. @CTVMarkVillani has more. #yyc #calgary https://t.co/7gpqJTkLeu

[Historica Canada @HistoricaCanada]

While many geographic features in Canada are named for men, there are some named for women--including mountains. From mountaineers to Nursing Sisters, here are ten Canadian mountains which take their names from women.
https://t.co/fYsJ5QsIck

[International Decade of Indigenous Languages @ILDecade]

💚Our Global Task Force member @ntipresident has written a very interesting and informative piece on the @ILDecade supporting Inuit Geographic Names.
📒We recommend you to check it out (on page 44) in the link below:

https://t.co/ObtKHNnOlu

[Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources @ONresources]

There is only one week left to submit your feedback to the Geographic Names Board for the three name proposals for lakes and islands in Ontario.
Complete the short surveys by January 22, 2024.
For more information visit https://t.co/MwaTJMYKzU

[Natural Resources @NRCan]

This #GeoWeek, we are honoured to share the appointment of two new Indigenous Advisors to the Geographical Names Board of Canada.

Learn more: https://t.co/4Wt6tMxzoZ

[Natural Resources @NRCan]

This #GeoWeek, we are excited to announce the release of the Indigenous Place Names Handbook. The Gwich’in Tribal Council compiled their best practices into a handbook to help other Indigenous communities repatriate their own place names.

Learn more: https://t.co/IAJeqFT7bT

[Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources @ONresources]

Maps can tell us a lot about the world 🗺
But, did you know that although making maps is scientific, it is also very artistic?
Check out these historic maps and plans. They perfectly blend providing land information with artistry.
#GeographyAwarenessWeek #surveying #GIS #mapping

[Marianna Sterlini @Maria_Managing]

Happy #GISDay! We are showcasing how Geographic Information Systems help us analyze the Earth’s information, inform decision-making and create a positive impact. 🌎
#CCMEO #GeoWeek

[UNGEGN @UNSD_GEGN]

Happy GIS day to all our UNGEGN friends #geonames

[Pêches et Océans @PechesOceansCAN]

Cet été, nous avons travaillé avec des partenaires, dont les Premières nations de la Colombie-Britannique, pour nommer 51 montagnes sous-marines dans l'océan Pacifique. 🌊⛰️ Découvrez comment elles obtiennent leurs noms: https://t.co/v7QFLR3AR7
#JournéeNomsGéo

[Pêches et Océans @PechesOceansCAN]

Nous donnons un nom aux choses qui nous sont importantes - pourquoi en serait-il autrement pour certains des habitats les plus riches en biodiversité du Canada?

[Fisheries and Oceans @FishOceansCAN]

This summer, we worked with partners, including BC First Nations, to name 51 underwater mountains in the Pacific Ocean. 🌊⛰️ Dive into how they earn their names: https://t.co/mh2rvpGH2Y

#GeoNamesDay

[Fisheries and Oceans @FishOceansCAN]

We name things that are important to us – why should some of the most biodiverse habitats in Canada be any different?

[La science simplifiée @ScienceRNCan]

Qu’ont en commun Coquitlam, Saskatoon et Kanata? Ce sont trois noms de lieux autochtones!

#SemaineGéo

[Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources @ONresources]

We maintain a database of over 57,000 official geographic names. These are important for emergency response and mapping in the province.
Learn more about geographic names:
https://t.co/oYmRlknBkA
#GeographicNamesDay

[Simply Science @NRCanScience]

What do Coquitlam, Saskatoon and Kanata all have in common? They are Indigenous place names!

#GeoWeek