The Urban System

Contained within the 5th Edition (1978 to 1995) of the National Atlas of Canada is a map that shows the two aspects of the Canadian urban system: the interdependence (linkages) between cities, and the hinterland surrounding each city. Data for 1976 to 1981 period. An inset map shows the urban system in the Windsor to Quebec corridor.

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contact_email geoinfo@nrcan.gc.ca
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open_canada_keywords {"fr": ["communauté urbaine", "développement urbain", "milieu urbain"], "en": ["urban communities", "urban development", "urban environment"]}
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title_fr Le système urbain
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