North American Wetlands Conservation Act GIS Data Standards for Canada

The North American Wetland Conservation Act (NAWCA) programs are working to create a repository of project data to capture, store, analyze, manage, and present data linked to locations where NAWCA funds have been used to conserve habitat. To facilitate comprehensive project tracking we’ve created a spatial database where geospatial vector data layers (shapefiles) defining exact project locations and size can be stored (files provided by grantee/partner organizations). These data sets will be incorporated into regional and national databases and made available to a wide range of users. In order for this to occur effectively, certain standards and product specifications must be followed. This document provides general standards for spatial data collection and submission.