Geomark Web Service
Last updated on June 27, 2024The Geomark Web Service makes it easy to share spatial data through web links and removes the need for complex download/upload processes. You can create and share geographic areas of interest over the web in a variety of formats and coordinate systems.
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About the Geomark Web Service
To submit an application for Crown resources, navigate to the FrontCounterBC Discovery Tool. The tool also uses the Geomark Web Service to define the area that you are interested in developing.
Follow these steps to create a web address for your area:
1. Draw area of interest or create a shape file
2. Upload the drawing to the Geomark Web Service
3. The area of interest is stored online with a unique web address
4. The area of interest can be easily shared using its unique web address
Access the Geomark Web Service
Use the following applications for the Geomark Web Service
Launch Geomark Web Application
Technical resources
System Requirements
Recommended web browsers include Chrome, Firefox and Safari.
Supported web browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Internet Explorer (version 9 or higher).
Google Earth Pro (version 7 or higher).
Scripts and Tools
Reference Materials
- B.C. Data Catalogue Record
- Glossary of Terms
- Create Geomark from Clipboard Tutorial (PDF, 2.7 MB)
- Create Geomark in Google Earth Tutorial (PDF, 8 MB)
- Create Geomark from File Tutorial (PDF, 1.5 MB)
- Create Geomark from a Geomkar Tutorial (PDF, 1 MB)
Contact us
Get in touch with the Location Services team by submitting a ticket through the Data Systems and Services Request System.