Administrative boundaries

Last updated on September 17, 2024

Find data sets and reference maps that show various administrative boundaries.

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Geospatial data

You can find legally defined administrative area spatial data on the BC Data Catalogue website.

Census data is also available in the BC Data Catalogue.


Reference maps

Reference maps show the location of geographic areas for which data are collected. The maps display the boundaries, names and codes of standard geographic areas. They also reference major cultural and physical features such as roads, railways, coastlines, rivers and lakes. Boundary maps are maintained by individual authorities.

Census boundaries

To search Census areas for a selection of years, choose British Columbia maps from Stats Canada.

Visit the BC Data Catalogue for Census data.  

Health boundaries

Visit Health boundary maps.

For other information on Health boundaries, please visit Regional health authorities.

School district boundaries

To access an interactive map of school district contacts, please visit School District Contacts Map.

College regions

College region data is available in the BC Data Catalogue

Provincial electoral districts

The latest map of Provincial Electoral District boundaries is available from the Elections BC website.

Local government boundaries

Visit Local government maps to view the boundaries for regional districts, electoral areas, and municipalities.