METADATA DETAIL PAGE

This is a selection from the Ontario Land Information Directory for Metadata Holdings. The following represents the Basic description of an information holding. To obtain more information about this holding, see the section named Contacts.

Detail Information:

GENERAL INFORMATION

Official Name of the Data Set or Information Holding: Township and Unorganized Area Fabric for Ontario

Acronyms are Used to Identify the Data Set or Information Holding: Data Set 12

Describe the Data Set or Information Holding: Ontario Geological Survey (author) A Geographic Township is a polygon feature that indicates the fundamental land subdivision fabric of the Province. Each Geographic Township area may or may not be the same as the jurisdictional area of the township. The location of Township lines on the OBM were determined by using a combination of both survey information i.e. retracements, original township plans, surveys notes, etc.; and OBM physical features such as roads, trails, fencelines, and water bodies. In some areas where there were almost no OBM physical features available, aerial photographs may have been used to help determine boundaries. Unorganized areas are derived from Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Base Map Areas.

The Intended Use and Purpose for Collecting the Data Set or Information Holding: To provide a spatial geographic reference to the fundamental land subdivision of the Province. The geographic township fabric is shown as it was originally surveyed, unless it has been annulled upon the instruction of the Surveyor General. For administrative and spacial reference purposes only, this map data is unedited and is not for survey purposes.

Describe any Restrictions and Legal Prerequisites for Accessing the Data Set (Data Privacy/Security): For administrative and spacial reference purposes only.

Describe any Constraints for Using the Data Set: To enable the rapid dissemination of information, this map data is unedited. Not for survey purposes. The information has been compiled from various sources, and the accuracy is not guaranteed. Discrepancies or inaccuracies may occur for which the Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines does not assume liability. Users should verify critical information.

THESE TERMS GOVERN YOUR USE OF THIS PRODUCT

Your use of this electronic information product (“EIP”), and the digital data files contained on it (the “Content”), is governed by the terms set out on this page (“Terms of Use”). By opening the EIP and viewing the Content , you (the “User”) have accepted, and have agreed to be bound by, the Terms of Use.

EIP and Content: This EIP and Content is offered by the Province of Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Development and Mines (MNDM) as a public service, on an “as-is” basis. Recommendations and statements of opinions expressed are those of the author or authors and are not to be construed as statement of government policy. You are solely responsible for your use of the EIP and its Content. You should not rely on the Content for legal advice nor as authoritative in your particular circumstances. Users should verify the accuracy and applicability of any Content before acting on it. MNDM does not guarantee, or make any warranty express or implied, that the Content is current, accurate, complete or reliable or that the EIP is free from viruses or other harmful components. MNDM is not responsible for any damage however caused, which results, directly or indirectly, from your use of the EIP or the Content. MNDM assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the EIP or the Content whatsoever.

Links to Other Web Sites: This EIP or the Content may contain links, to Web sites that are not operated by MNDM. Linked Web sites may not be available in French. MNDM neither endorses nor assumes any responsibility for the safety, accuracy or availability of linked Web sites or the information contained on them. The linked Web sites, their operation and content are the responsibility of the person or entity for which they were created or maintained (the “Owner”). Both your use of a linked Web site, and your right to use or reproduce information or materials from a linked Web site, are subject to the terms of use governing that particular Web site. Any comments or inquiries regarding a linked Web site must be directed to its Owner.

Copyright: Canadian and international intellectual property laws protect the EIP and the Content. Unless otherwise indicated, copyright is held by the Queen’s Printer for Ontario.

It is recommended that reference to the Content be made in the following form: Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines 2004. Township and Unorganized Area Fabric for Ontario. Data Set 12.

Use and Reproduction of Content: The EIP and the Content may be used and reproduced only in accordance with applicable intellectual property laws. Non- commercial use of unsubstantial excerpts of the Content is permitted provided that appropriate credit is given and Crown copyright is acknowledged. Any substantial reproduction of the Content or any commercial use of all or part of the Content is prohibited without the prior written permission of MNDM. Substantial reproduction includes the reproduction of any illustration or figure, such as, but not limited to graphs, charts and maps. Commercial use includes commercial distribution of the Content, the reproduction of multiple copies of the Content for any purpose whether or not commercial, use of the Content in commercial publications, and the creation of value- added products using the Content.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON The Reproduction of the EIP or Content Contact MNDM Publication Services Local Phone: (705) 670-5691 Toll Free: 1-888- 415-9845, ext. 5691 (inside Canada, United States) email: [email protected]

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The current and entire Terms of Use may be viewed at http://www.mndm.gov.on.ca/mndm/mines/ims/pub/digcat/licence_e.asp

ISBN 0-7778-9309-6

For information on purchasing all publications, including digital data, contact:

Publication Sales 933 Ramsey Lake Rd., Level A3 Sudbury, Ontario P3E 6B5 Tel: 1-888-415-9845 (toll-free inside Canada and the United States) Tel: (705) 670-5691 (local calls) Fax: (705) 670-5770 E-mail: [email protected]

The complete and entire EIP Agreement may be viewed at http://www.mndm.gov.on.ca/mndm/mines/ims/pub/digcat/licence_e.asp

Describe any Legislated or Legal Authority for Collecting the Data Set: Select the Level of Privacy for this Metadata Information: Public Time Coverage: March 15, 2004 Time Coverage Comments: Enter or Select the Current Status of the Data Set: Complete Enter or Select the Frequency with which Changes or Additions are Made to the Data Set: As Needed Enter the retention schedule number: 9999 Retention period or description: Keywords: ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATIVE FABRIC CROWN LAND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES G-PLANS MINISTRY OF NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT AND MINES MNDM NORTHERN ONTARIO TOWNSHIP UNORGANIZED AREA

Business Theme: GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

Digital Processing Environment for the Data Set: Specify the Storage Formats for the Data Set: Format:GIS Database Format Description:ESRI ArcView 3.x shape files Internal Pointer to Data Set: Physical Location of the Data Set:

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

Selected geographic type:Bounding Box only North Bounding Coordinate: 57° 00' South Bounding Coordinate: 42° 00' West Bounding Coordinate: -95° 00' East Bounding Coordinate: -74° 00' Geographic Completeteness: 100% Complete

MAPPING INFORMATION

Grid Coordinate System Used: Geographic (Lat, Long) Map Projection: decimal degrees Horizontal Geodetic Datum: NAD83 Vertical Geodetic Datum: Not Applicable Position Accuracy of Features: Horizontal: no accuracy given Vertical: Not Applicable

CONTACT

GENERAL INFORMATION CONTACT:

Position: Publication Sales Representative Language: English Organization: Ministry of Northern Development and Mines Organization Sub-Unit: Information and Marketing Services Business Phone: (705)670-5691 FAX: (705)670-5770 Internet EMail Address: [email protected] ADDRESS: Street No:933 Street Name:Ramsey Lake Road Municipality:Sudbury Province/State:ON Ontario Country: CANADA Post Code:P3E6B5

Other Contact Method: Toll Free Number (Canada & USA): 1-888-415-9845 x5691

DISTRIBUTOR / PUBLISHER CONTACT:

Position: Publication Sales Representative Language: English Organization: Ministry of Northern Development and Mines Organization Sub-Unit: Information and Marketing Services Business Phone: (705)670-5691 FAX: (705)670-5770 Internet EMail Address: [email protected] ADDRESS: Street No:933 Street Name:Ramsey Lake Road Municipality:Sudbury Province/State:ON Ontario Country: CANADA Post Code:P3E6B5

Other Contact Method: Toll Free Number (Canada & USA): 1-888-415-9845 x5691

METADATA CUSTODIAN / CONTACT:

Position: Publication Sales Representative Language: English Organization: Ministry of Northern Development and Mines Organization Sub-Unit: Information and Marketing Services Business Phone: (705)670-5691 FAX: (705)670-5770 Internet EMail Address: [email protected] ADDRESS: Street No:933 Street Name:Ramsey Lake Road Municipality:Sudbury Province/State:ON Ontario Country: CANADA Post Code:P3E6B5

Other Contact Method: Toll Free Number (Canada & USA): 1-888-415-9845 x5691

AUTHOR - ORIGINATOR / DATASET CUSTODIAN:

Position: Publication Sales Representative Language: English Organization: Ministry of Northern Development and Mines Organization Sub-Unit: Information and Marketing Services Business Phone: (705)670-5691 FAX: (705)670-5770 Internet EMail Address: [email protected] ADDRESS: Street No:933 Street Name:Ramsey Lake Road Municipality:Sudbury Province/State:ON Ontario Country: CANADA Post Code:P3E6B5

Other Contact Method: Toll Free Number (Canada & USA): 1-888-415-9845 x5691

METADATA

Date of this Metadata Description/Update: November 2005 Date when Metadata Should be Reviewed: November 2006

DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION

General Distribution Information:

Data is available in ArcView® 3.x format. Ministry of Northern Development and Mines Publication Sales, 933 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury Ontario, CANADA

Telephone voice business 705 670-5691;Telephone fax 705 670-5770 Toll Free in Canada and United States 1-888-415-9847

E-mail: [email protected] Ordering by mail, fax or E-mail please call ahead to confirm shipping charge.

Canadian orders must add 7 percent GST and Ontario orders must also add 8 percent PST. Use of Mastercard or Visa ensures the fastest possible service. Cheques or money orders should be made payable to the Minister of Finance. Applicable Distribution Fees and Payment Options:The data are available on CD for $20. The Languages which are Data Distributed in:English

Date: November 2005