Abstract
Between Spring of 2017 and Fall of 2018 Trent Library underwent extensive building renovations. This gave the Maps, Data & Government Information Centre an opportunity to look at our space footprint and ideal layout. This article discusses some key factors we considered in context of trends for GIS support services.
Highlights
Years ago I gave a paper at a joint conference of the Association of Canadian Map Libraries and Archives and the Canadian Association of Public Data Users arguing that “MaDGIC Units” could be an ideal way to organize specialized library units that would include maps, data, government publications and GIS technologies and services
MaDGIC units are still found across Canadian university libraries, some have broken up, and some are looking at new definitions of their roles within the context of evolving library technology needs and organization
I found my view confirmed that maps, spatial and statistical data, and government publications - and the ISSN 2561-2263
Summary
Situating GIS Services: New Neighbours and Spaces Years ago I gave a paper at a joint conference of the Association of Canadian Map Libraries and Archives and the Canadian Association of Public Data Users arguing that “MaDGIC Units” could be an ideal way to organize specialized library units that would include maps, data, government publications and GIS technologies and services. MaDGIC units are still found across Canadian university libraries, some have broken up, and some are looking at new definitions of their roles within the context of evolving library technology needs and organization.
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