Distribution of Wetlands

Contained within the 5th Edition (1978 to 1995) of the National Atlas of Canada is a map that shows occurrence of wetlands throughout Canada, using five percentage cover classes. Table gives estimated wetland area by province and territory.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 17:47 (UTC)
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contact_email geoinfo@nrcan.gc.ca
contact_person {}
criticality_level []
data_dictionary ["inland_waters"]
geographic_scope []
open_canada_collection geogratis
open_canada_date_published 1986-02-12 00:00:00
open_canada_keywords {"fr": ["glacier", "hydrographie", "hydrologie", "zone humide"], "en": ["glaciers", "hydrography", "hydrology", "wetlands"]}
open_canada_subject ["nature_and_environment"]
sensitivity_level unrestricted
title_fr Répartition des terres humides
update_frequency as_needed