Map Town

Map Town Map Town is Canada's largest online map store. We are a proud, local small business that have been in operation since 1989. Visit MapTown.com today!

As of May 2025, we have moved our operations 100% online. Map Town has maps and travel guides for every country in the world, especially for Canada and the United States. We strive to have the most current and well rounded selection of products for every country worldwide. We want our clients to “Know...before you go”. Map Town is a wholesaler of Etopo Digital Maps, Gem Trek, National Geographic,

and many other lines. We specialize in Canadian Topographic Maps, covering the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Northwest Territory, and Nunavut.

Fun Fact Friday: What’s Beneath the Surface? Ever wondered how we know the depth of a lake or what lies beneath the wate...
07/10/2026

Fun Fact Friday: What’s Beneath the Surface?
Ever wondered how we know the depth of a lake or what lies beneath the water’s surface?

The answer is bathymetry—the science of measuring water depth and mapping the underwater landscape, much like a topographic map does on land.

Historically, depths were measured using a weighted lead line lowered to the lake or ocean floor. It was accurate but slow, measuring one location at a time.

Today, technologies like multibeam sonar, GPS, and LiDAR can collect thousands of depth measurements quickly, creating highly detailed bathymetric maps.

Why does it matter? Bathymetric maps improve navigation safety, help anglers locate underwater structures and fish habitat, support environmental research, and assist with engineering projects and water resource management.

At MapTown, we carry a selection of CHS nautical charts, NOAA nautical charts, and bathymetric maps for select Alberta lakes.

MapTown – Canada’s trusted source for maps since 1989.

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Fun Fact Friday: Samuel de Champlain Did you know that Samuel de Champlain, often called the “Father of New France,” was...
06/12/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Samuel de Champlain
Did you know that Samuel de Champlain, often called the “Father of New France,” was not only an explorer but also one of North America’s first great mapmakers?

In 1608, Champlain founded Quebec City, making it one of the oldest European settlements in Canada. During his travels, he carefully mapped vast areas of eastern Canada, including parts of the Great Lakes and the Ottawa River, creating maps that helped shape future exploration and settlement.

His detailed journals and maps provided some of the earliest written descriptions of the land, waterways, and Indigenous peoples of the region, making him one of Canada’s most important historical explorers.

Fun Fact: Many of Champlain’s maps were so accurate that they remained valuable references for explorers and cartographers for decades after they were created!

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With summer just around the corner, many organizations are planning team-building activities, while families are organiz...
06/11/2026

With summer just around the corner, many organizations are planning team-building activities, while families are organizing camping trips, reunions, and outdoor adventures.

Consider introducing a skill that is both practical and engaging: map and compass navigation.

Learning to navigate using a topographic map and compass is a unique, hands-on activity that encourages communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. It offers a refreshing break from screens and technology while helping participants build confidence in the outdoors.

Whether you’re planning a corporate team-building afternoon, a youth group outing, or a family camping weekend, map and compass skills are accessible to people of all ages and abilities.

MapTown offers print-on-demand topographic maps and SILVA compasses, making it easy to create an outdoor learning experience that’s both memorable and rewarding.

Sometimes the best way forward is with a map, a compass, and a sense of adventure.

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Need custom maps, print-on-demand solutions, or mapping support for your next project?At Maptown, we help organizations,...
06/09/2026

Need custom maps, print-on-demand solutions, or mapping support for your next project?

At Maptown, we help organizations, businesses, publishers, and individuals bring geographic information to life. Whether you need a single custom map, large-format wall maps, specialized cartography, or ongoing mapping support, our team is ready to help.

✔️ Print-on-Demand Maps – Order exactly what you need, when you need it.
✔️ Custom Mapping – Tailored maps designed to meet your specific requirements.
✔️ Contract Mapping Services – Professional GIS, cartography, and mapping expertise available for short-term or long-term projects.
✔️ Projects of Any Size – From one-off requests to large-scale initiatives, no project is too big or too small.

With decades of mapping experience, Maptown delivers accurate, professional, and visually compelling mapping solutions that help our clients communicate, plan, and succeed.

If your project needs maps, we’re here to help.

📩 Contact us to discuss your mapping needs and discover how Maptown can support your next project.

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Fun Fact Friday from MaptownThink your street is short? Meet Ebenezer Place in Wick, Scotland—the world’s shortest stree...
06/05/2026

Fun Fact Friday from Maptown

Think your street is short? Meet Ebenezer Place in Wick, Scotland—the world’s shortest street!

📏 Length: Just 2.06 meters (6 ft 9 in)
🏠 Addresses: 1
🌍 World Record Holder

You can walk from one end to the other in about three steps!

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Did You Know MapTown Offers More Than Just Maps?Whether you’re planning your next outdoor adventure, managing a business...
06/04/2026

Did You Know MapTown Offers More Than Just Maps?
Whether you’re planning your next outdoor adventure, managing a business, or working on a large-scale corporate project, MapTown has mapping solutions designed to fit your needs.

For Personal Use:
✔ Print-on-demand Canadian Topographic Maps
✔ Hiking, Backroad, and Recreation Maps
✔ Nautical Charts
✔ Wall Maps and Travel Maps

For Business & Corporate Use:
✔ Custom Mapping Solutions
✔ Sales Territory Maps
✔ Operational & Planning Maps
✔ Municipal & Infrastructure Mapping
✔ Data Visualization & Geographic Analysis

Need expertise without hiring a full-time employee? Our contract cartography and mapping services can support projects ranging from a few months to several years.

With over 35 years of cartographic experience, MapTown helps transform geographic information into practical, easy-to-understand mapping solutions.

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Looking for a map that does more than just show directions?At MapTown, we specialize in helping adventurers, professiona...
06/02/2026

Looking for a map that does more than just show directions?
At MapTown, we specialize in helping adventurers, professionals, boaters, businesses, and outdoor enthusiasts find the maps they need.
✔️ Custom Maps – Designed specifically for your project, business, territory, emergency planning, or operational needs.
✔️ Print-on-Demand Topographic Maps – Need a specific Canadian topo map? We can print thousands of Canadian topographic maps on demand, helping you explore, plan, and navigate with confidence.
✔️ Nautical Charts – Stay prepared on the water with trusted marine navigation charts.
✔️ NOAA Charts – Available for U.S. coastal and inland waterways, providing detailed navigation information for recreational and commercial use.
Whether you’re hiking remote backcountry trails, planning a marine adventure, managing a project, or creating a custom mapping solution, MapTown has you covered.
📍 Proudly Canadian since 1989
🌎 Shipping across Canada and around the world
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Fun Fact Friday with MapTown! Did you know? Canada has the longest coastline in the world!Stretching over 243,...
05/29/2026

Fun Fact Friday with MapTown!
Did you know?

Canada has the longest coastline in the world!

Stretching over 243,000 kilometres (151,000 miles), Canada’s coastline touches three oceans:
Atlantic Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Pacific Ocean

To put that into perspective, you could drive around the Earth more than 6 times and still not cover the same distance!

From rugged East Coast fishing villages and Arctic tundra to the stunning beaches and mountains of the West Coast, Canada offers some of the most diverse and spectacular landscapes on the planet.

Whether you’re planning a road trip, a boating adventure, a hiking expedition, or simply dreaming about your next destination, a good map is the perfect place to start.

Where is your favourite place along Canada’s incredible coastline?

Visit MapTown.com for maps that can help you explore Canada’s amazing coastlines and beyond!

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MapTown would like to send a huge thank you to One Broken Biker for inviting us to Bike Night at Big Rock Brewery!What a...
05/28/2026

MapTown would like to send a huge thank you to One Broken Biker for inviting us to Bike Night at Big Rock Brewery!
What an amazing evening filled with outstanding stories, great conversations, and the opportunity to meet so many incredible people from the riding community. Events like these are a great reminder of how strong and supportive the motorcycle community truly is.

A special thank you as well to Big Rock Brewery for the fantastic BBQ and beer — you definitely know how to throw a party!

Thank you again for having us — we’re already looking forward to the next one!

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In a world dominated by GPS and smartphone navigation, topographic maps remain one of the most valuable tools for outdoo...
05/28/2026

In a world dominated by GPS and smartphone navigation, topographic maps remain one of the most valuable tools for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and emergency planners.
A topographic (topo) map uses contour lines to show the shape and elevation of the land. The closer the contour lines are together, the steeper the terrain. The farther apart they are, the gentler the slope.
A topo map can help you:
✔ Plan hiking, camping, hunting, and backcountry adventures
✔ Identify mountains, valleys, ridges, and water features
✔ Navigate in areas without cell service or internet access
✔ Support search and rescue, emergency response, and field operations
✔ Understand terrain before you head into unfamiliar areas
Why carry a topo map when you have a phone?
Because batteries die. Devices break. Cell service disappears. A paper topo map never needs charging and won’t lose signal when you need it most.
At MapTown, we offer topographic maps for locations across Canada and the United States, available in paper, laminated, and waterproof formats. Whether you’re planning a weekend hike or a major field project, we can help you find the right map.
And yes... we ship worldwide.
From Calgary to Cape Town, Sydney to Seattle, and even Timbuktu, we’ll help get you mapped and ready for your next adventure.
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