Manitoba's Mineral Resources

Williston Basin (WB)
Targeted Geoscience Initiative (TGI) on the architecture and hydrocarbon potential of the WB. Includes stratigraphic maps, cross-sections and columns, a searchable bibliographic database and free downloads.

Geological Databases
Kimberlite Indicator Mineral Database
Geochronology
Platinum-group Elements

Free Downloads
Geological Survey reports and maps available to download free of charge.

MGS Geoscience Projects 2007-08
Overview of geoscientific investigations planned for 2007-08.

Stratigraphic Map Series
Stratigraphic maps of varying scales depicting structure, isopach, outcrop and/or subcrop information. Maps are available in PDF for free download.

Digital Elevation Model of Manitoba (DEM)
Learn how glaciers have shaped the land and view three-dimensional images of major landscape elements in Manitoba.

Manitoba's Diamond Exploration Strategy
Geoscientific support for diamond exploration, including the Manitoba Kimberlite Indicator Mineral Database.

3-D Geological Model of Manitoba
Features the first installment of the 3-D model with a video clip of Manitoba’s geology from a 3-D perspective.

Report of Activities
An annual summary of field investigations conducted by the Manitoba Geological Survey (includes current and previous year’s reports).

Manitoba Geology
Describes the bedrock and Quaternary geology of the province, with accompanying geological maps and detailed descriptions of the geology in major mineral-producing areas.

GIS Map Gallery
Manitoba’s geology and mineral dispositions displayed in an interactive mapped environment including mineral occurrence and geochronological data, assessment files and drill hole locations.

Surficial Geology Compilation Map Series of Manitoba (SGCMS)
The SGCMS addresses an increasing demand for consistent surficial geology information for applications such as groundwater protection, industrial mineral management, protected lands, basic research, mineral exploration, engineering, and environmental assessment.

Industrial Minerals
Profiles Manitoba’s industrial mineral commodities, including their setting, method of extraction and industry contacts. Also features potential deposits and occurrences for exploration and development.

Platinum-group Elements in Manitoba
Discover Manitoba’s PGE potential with access to geological and geochemical data for over 200 mafic and ultramafic intrusions to assist exploration.

Manitoba’s Protected Areas Initiative/Mining Sector Consultation
Describes how mining sector consultations are helping to shape Manitoba’s protected areas.

Paleofloods in the Red River Basin
Research program to develop an accurate record of high magnitude floods over the last 500 years.

Operation Superior
A six-year (1996-2001) multidisciplinary geoscientific program providing exploration-supportive data on the east-central region of Manitoba.

Winnipeg '96 GAC-MAC Fieldtrip Guidebooks
All guidebooks available as PDF files.

Manitoba Mining & Minerals Convention Technical Posters
All posters available as PDF files.

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