GIS and Data Support

The Maps, Data & Government Information Centre (MaDGIC) offers support services in the areas of GIS, data analysis and visualization, and research data management. We strive to foster GIS and data literacy at Trent. Our vision is to build a strong, interconnected community of students, staff, faculty and partners who are empowered to leverage the power of GIS and data to enhance learning, teaching and research experiences across all disciplines. We can

  • drop by your class, event or meeting to deliver a custom overview of our collections, resources and services
  • offer one-on-one appointments and research consultations in person or online
  • develop in-class or asynchronous training materials to build data literacy and management skills
  • deliver workshops on specialized topics in GIS, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and research data management. 

Visit our Contact Us page to book an appointment or request online help.

The Maps, Data & Government Information Centre (MaDGIC) offers workshops and class visits to support the use of GIS and data resources at Trent. 

Class Visits

Our team can develop and deliver content to support your students or research teams as they complete course assignments and conduct research. Staff and faculty who are interested in scheduling course-integrated workshops, resource overviews, or other customized learning opportunities are encouraged to connect with Tracy Sallaway, Research Data Services Librarian before the start of each term.

Workshops

We currently have two workshops scheduled for the Fall 2024 academic term. If you have requests or ideas for workshop topics, please share them with us! Drop by our office to chat or e-mail us at madgichelp@trentu.ca.

Data Management for Researchers: A Step-by-step Guide 

Do you collect and work with research data? Are you trying to make sense of data management requirements for funded research? Bring your questions to this online information session!

We'll discuss new direction in Canadian research data management (RDM) and related impacts to researchers. We’ll also explore tools supported by the library to help you create a data management plan, deposit research data in a trusted repository, establish DOIs for open access or anonymous peer review, and set options for securing and sharing research data. Open to all disciplines; no prior experience is required.

When: Monday September 30, 2024 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
Registration link: https://trentu.libcal.com/event/3821789

Mapping Made Easy: A Beginner's Guide to Data Visualization with ArcGIS Pro 

Kickstart your journey into the world of maps and geospatial data with our beginner-friendly workshop. This interactive session introduces you to ArcGIS Pro, teaching you how to find and use geospatial data, create and customize maps, and effectively symbolize and label data to tell a compelling story. 

When: Thursday October 3rd, 2024 10:00-11:50 a.m.
Where: Data Visualization Lab, Bata Library room 402
Registration link: https://trentu.libcal.com/event/3821782

The Maps, Data & Government Information Centre (MaDGIC) hosts GIS Research Day each year to celebrate Geography Awareness Week which takes place annually during the third week of November.

This event brings together Trent researchers and community partners to share the fascinating ways in which GIS and data are used to conduct interdisciplinary research, inform public policy, and enhance community services.

Details for the 2024 event will be posted here in October. 

Video recordings from our 2022 event are posted to Trent University's Library & Archive YouTube channel. 

Each year, the Maps, Data, and Government Centre (MaDGIC) administers the Esri Canada Scholarship Award. 

This award is made possible by Esri Canada in recognition of Trent University's ongoing delivery of strong, multidisciplinary GIS courses and programs. It is intended to support a currently enrolled, dedicated and high achieving student to continue using GIS in their studies and in their future work experiences. Visit the Esri Canada Scholarship Recipient page to browse the work of past recipients from Trent and other Canadian institutions. 

The deadline to apply for the 2024 Esri Canada Scholarship Award has now closed and the successful applicant will be announced this summer. 

Details about how to apply for the 2025 Esri Canada Scholarship Award will be posted to this page in the fall. Questions can be directed to the Maps, Data & Government Information Centre (MaDGIC).