Map companion: Gulf Region - Science field operations 2026­­­–2027

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Gulf Region has joined Fieldnotes. This web mapping application is an annual compendium of science field research and monitoring conducted by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and collaborators.

Field work takes place in the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, as well as the freshwater bodies of participating DFO Regions:

• Pacific
• Arctic
• Ontario and Prairie
• Maritimes
• Gulf

Web map features

Users can access the following interactive map features in the 2026–2027 edition of Fieldnotes:

• Learn about field operations by:
  • clicking an orange square
  • searching for keywords
  • filtering by environment type
  • selecting an area of interest
  • browsing the list panel or table
• Share links to selected operations
• Export text summaries to Excel
• Overlay reference information such as Indigenous communities or watersheds

Enjoy your Fieldnotes explorations.