New Foundland, Canada

Climate of Newfoundland. The island covers 5 1/2 degrees of latitude, about the same as the Great Lakes. Its southern extremity lies close to the forty-seventh parallel, approximately the same latitude as Seattle and Paris. It covers an area of 108 860 km2, with elevations ranging from sea level to above 800 m. There are few physical barriers to protect Newfoundland from weather systems sweeping across it.

Parks Canada - main menu page. On behalf of the people of Canada, we protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage and foster public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations

Geological Survey of Canada - Commission géologique du Canada. The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) is a part of the Earth Sciences Sector of Welcome to Natural Resources Canada - Bienvenue à Ressources naturelles Canada. The GSC is Canada's premier agency for geoscientific information and research, with world-class expertise focusing on geoscience surveys, sustainable development of Canada's resources, environmental protection, and technology innovation.

Centre for Topographic Information - Canadian Topographic Maps. As Canada's national topographic mapping agency, the Centre for Topographic Information of Natural Resources Canada is responsible for the acquisition, management and dissemination of topographic information for the Canadian landmass.

Canadian Geographical Names - Origins Page contains information on the names of Canada's provinces, territories, capital cities and national parks; origins of some Aboriginal community names; and a variety of articles on interesting names across the country.

EarthNet contians features such asExploring our Dynamic Earth and the Virtural Field Trip (Select the province that interests you from the map).

Canadian Confederation. Canada and the United States share the world's longest undefended border. The two countries share much common heritage but are very different in many ways. While the United States was forged by two wars, Canada developed through constitutional evolution.

Canadian Constitutional Documents. Unlike the majority of countries whose basic law derives from one document, Canada's basic law derives not only from a set of documents known as Constitution Acts, but also a set of unwritten laws and conventions. This comprises of all the acts passed since 1867 up to and including 1998.

There are other documents that relate to Canada's development as a country, such as those predating Confederation, which do not hold the force of law, as each act was superseded by the other until the passing and proclamation of the Constitution Act, 1867.

by publishing via the Internet an extensive collection of historical photos, original documents, Canadian artwork, maps, and illustrations, fully documented and researched for historical authenticity, and presented in a "user friendly" format; And to advance dissemination of materials and information pertaining to the Heritage of Canada by providing printed or digital reproductions of selected images and caption information, as published on this Site.

Heritage Foundation - The General Hospital, St. John's. The Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization which was established by the provincial Government of Newfoundland and Labrador in 1984 to stimulate an understanding of and an appreciation for the architectural heritage of the province.

The Canadian Geographic Map maker will help you learn more about mapping and will allow you to make your own maps using GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software from ESRI Canada.

Welcome to The National Atlas of Canada Online. This web site contains Facts about Canada ( Have you ever wondered what is the longest river in Canada? Or perhaps the highest mountain? What about the longest islands? This factbook will help you find statistics by using tables, maps, and images depicing the superlative geographical features of Canada.); animated maps and information on the Territorial Evolution of Canada; and Quick Maps.

OH CANADA Homepage and Civilization.ca - Online resources for Canadian heritage. An attempt to define our multicultural fabric, our history, our symbols and our values.

Statistics Canada Historical Statistics of Canada Published by Statistics Canada in joint sponsorship with the Social Science Federation of Canada.

Teaching & Learning About Canada. For information on the provinces and territories of Canada click the names on the map. Also contains a number of links.

Province of Manitoba Hudson's Bay Company Archives. Founded in 1670, the Hudson's Bay Company's (HBC) chief interests for its first two centuries were the fur trade, exploration and settlement. After 1870, when its territory of Rupert's Land was incorporated into the Dominion of Canada, its interests became more varied.

Applied History Research Group - Multimedia History Tutorials. These multimedia tutorials on Canadian and world history will work with existing courses taught at colleges and universities throughout Alberta. They focus on standard periods and subjects in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Fine Arts.

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA LIBRARY MAP COLLECTION MAPS OF THE PIMERÍA. This exhibit illustrates and describes a selection of original rare and historic maps chosen from the Map Collection of the University of Arizona Library. They portray a region of New Spain once called Pimería and chronicle four centuries of mapping from the earliest map of the region in the collection, a 1556 view of North and South America, up to the Gadsden Purchase of 1854 when Pimería Alta--or southern Arizona--was acquired by the United States from Mexico.

geography of Latin America. Here are maps showing various aspects of Latin American geography: physical features (North America, South America), temperatures (January, July), rainfall, and vegetation.

Historical Atlas of Europe DEPICTING WITH ACCURACY THE STATES OF THIS CONTINENT EVERY FIRST DAY OF EACH CENTENNIAL YEAR from AD 1 to AD 1700 .

Hargrett Library Rare Map Collection: The New World ;Colonial America; Revolutionary America; Revolutionary Georgia; Union & Expansion; American Civil War; Frontier to New South; Savannah & the Coast; and Transportation. The Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library at the University of Georgia maintains a collection of more than 800 historic maps spanning nearly 500 years, from the sixteenth century through the early twentieth century. The collection provides a graphic resource upon which scholars can draw in re-discovering the minds and movements of early American explorers, revolutionary statesmen, cultural figures and politicians represented by the library's book and manuscript collections.

Historical Text Archive. Links to Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Genealogy, Islamic History, Latin America, Colonial Latin America, Maps, Mathematics, Science History, Mexico, religion, United States, World War I, World War II.

Classical Atlas Project. The Barrington Atlas, created by the Classical Atlas Project, is a reference work of permanent value. It has an exceptionally broad appeal to everyone worldwide with an interest in ancient Greeks and Romans, the lands they penetrated, and the peoples and cultures they encountered in Europe, North Africa and Western Asia. Scholars and libraries should all find it essential, although it is not just for them. It is also for students, travelers and lovers of fine cartography.


	The Appalachian Preservation Society New Foundland, Canada Climate of Newfoundland. The island covers 5 1/2 degrees of latitude, about the same as the Great Lakes. Its southern extremity lies close to the forty-seventh parallel, approximately the same latitude as Seattle and Paris. It covers an area of 108 860 km2, with elevations ranging from sea level to above 800 m. There are few physical barriers to protect Newfoundland from weather systems sweeping across it. Anglicans in Newfoundland and Labrador. Anglicans, Puritans, and Quakers in Seventeenth-Century Newfoundland. Parks Canada - main menu page. On behalf of the people of Canada, we protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage and foster public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations NA - Canada at Scale Maps of our History. Geological Survey of Canada - Commission géologique du Canada. The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) is a part of the Earth Sciences Sector of Welcome to Natural Resources Canada - Bienvenue à Ressources naturelles Canada. The GSC is Canada's premier agency for geoscientific information and research, with world-class expertise focusing on geoscience surveys, sustainable development of Canada's resources, environmental protection, and technology innovation. Geological Survey of Canada (Atlantic). Canada's principal marine geoscience facility. Centre for Topographic Information - Canadian Topographic Maps. As Canada's national topographic mapping agency, the Centre for Topographic Information of Natural Resources Canada is responsible for the acquisition, management and dissemination of topographic information for the Canadian landmass. Canadian Geographical Names - Origins Page contains information on the names of Canada's provinces, territories, capital cities and national parks; origins of some Aboriginal community names; and a variety of articles on interesting names across the country. EarthNet contians features such asExploring our Dynamic Earth and the Virtural Field Trip (Select the province that interests you from the map). Canadian Confederation. Canada and the United States share the world's longest undefended border. The two countries share much common heritage but are very different in many ways. While the United States was forged by two wars, Canada developed through constitutional evolution. Canadian Constitutional Documents. Unlike the majority of countries whose basic law derives from one document, Canada's basic law derives not only from a set of documents known as Constitution Acts, but also a set of unwritten laws and conventions. This comprises of all the acts passed since 1867 up to and including 1998. There are other documents that relate to Canada's development as a country, such as those predating Confederation, which do not hold the force of law, as each act was superseded by the other until the passing and proclamation of the Constitution Act, 1867. Mission Statement - Canadian Heritage. To promote the accessibility, knowledge and research of Canadian Heritage by publishing via the Internet an extensive collection of historical photos, original documents, Canadian artwork, maps, and illustrations, fully documented and researched for historical authenticity, and presented in a "user friendly" format; And to advance dissemination of materials and information pertaining to the Heritage of Canada by providing printed or digital reproductions of selected images and caption information, as published on this Site. BNQ-Collection numérique-Cartes géographiques-Accu eil. Historical maps of Quebec. Heritage Foundation - The General Hospital, St. John's. The Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization which was established by the provincial Government of Newfoundland and Labrador in 1984 to stimulate an understanding of and an appreciation for the architectural heritage of the province. Historical Atlas of Canada - ONLINE LEARNING PROJECT. ACMLA Historical Maps by Title of Canada. College Displays - History of Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewn. Images Canada. Browse the gateway of over 65,000 images from Canada's cultural institutions. Finding Your Way Into The Millennium. Canadian Geographic Online. The Canadian Geographic Map maker will help you learn more about mapping and will allow you to make your own maps using GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software from ESRI Canada. trade goods - midwestern genealogy - history prior to 1840. Welcome to The National Atlas of Canada Online. This web site contains Facts about Canada ( Have you ever wondered what is the longest river in Canada? Or perhaps the highest mountain? What about the longest islands? This factbook will help you find statistics by using tables, maps, and images depicing the superlative geographical features of Canada.); animated maps and information on the Territorial Evolution of Canada; and Quick Maps. Canadian Information By Subject History of North America New France. Genealogy and bits of history for genealogists. OH CANADA Homepage and Civilization.ca - Online resources for Canadian heritage. An attempt to define our multicultural fabric, our history, our symbols and our values. Religion, Society and Culture in Newfoundland and Labrador Statistics Canada Historical Statistics of Canada Published by Statistics Canada in joint sponsorship with the Social Science Federation of Canada. Teaching & Learning About Canada. For information on the provinces and territories of Canada click the names on the map. Also contains a number of links. Province of Manitoba Hudson's Bay Company Archives. Founded in 1670, the Hudson's Bay Company's (HBC) chief interests for its first two centuries were the fur trade, exploration and settlement. After 1870, when its territory of Rupert's Land was incorporated into the Dominion of Canada, its interests became more varied. Fortress of Louisbourg - Forteresse de Louisbourg Louisbourg Institute Official Research Site ~ Site officiel de recherche de l'Instut de Louisbourg English Language Home Page. The Nova Scotia 18th century fort. The Demography of a Colonial Frontier Fortress Applied History Research Group - Multimedia History Tutorials. These multimedia tutorials on Canadian and world history will work with existing courses taught at colleges and universities throughout Alberta. They focus on standard periods and subjects in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Fine Arts. SITTING BULL AND THE MOUNTIES - Full Text February '98 Wild West Feature UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA LIBRARY MAP COLLECTION MAPS OF THE PIMERÍA. This exhibit illustrates and describes a selection of original rare and historic maps chosen from the Map Collection of the University of Arizona Library. They portray a region of New Spain once called Pimería and chronicle four centuries of mapping from the earliest map of the region in the collection, a 1556 view of North and South America, up to the Gadsden Purchase of 1854 when Pimería Alta--or southern Arizona--was acquired by the United States from Mexico. Cartographic Images Home P age. Ancient, medieval, and renaissance maps. Historic maps of the Netherlands from Holland. Color Landform Atlas of the United States. Topographic maps arranged by states. geography of Latin America. Here are maps showing various aspects of Latin American geography: physical features (North America, South America), temperatures (January, July), rainfall, and vegetation. OSSHE Historic Atlas Resource Library from Oregion State University: Europe, Middle East, and North Africa, and North America. Historical Atlas of Europe DEPICTING WITH ACCURACY THE STATES OF THIS CONTINENT EVERY FIRST DAY OF EACH CENTENNIAL YEAR from AD 1 to AD 1700 . Hargrett Library Rare Map Collection: The New World ;Colonial America; Revolutionary America; Revolutionary Georgia; Union & Expansion; American Civil War; Frontier to New South; Savannah & the Coast; and Transportation. The Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library at the University of Georgia maintains a collection of more than 800 historic maps spanning nearly 500 years, from the sixteenth century through the early twentieth century. The collection provides a graphic resource upon which scholars can draw in re-discovering the minds and movements of early American explorers, revolutionary statesmen, cultural figures and politicians represented by the library's book and manuscript collections. Historical Text Archive. Links to Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Genealogy, Islamic History, Latin America, Colonial Latin America, Maps, Mathematics, Science History, Mexico, religion, United States, World War I, World War II. Not for web sit!!! Classical Atlas Project. The Barrington Atlas, created by the Classical Atlas Project, is a reference work of permanent value. It has an exceptionally broad appeal to everyone worldwide with an interest in ancient Greeks and Romans, the lands they penetrated, and the peoples and cultures they encountered in Europe, North Africa and Western Asia. Scholars and libraries should all find it essential, although it is not just for them. It is also for students, travelers and lovers of fine cartography.