Nautical Charts

Federal Publications is one of the largest dealers of Canadian Hydrographic Service nautical charts, sometimes referred to as marine charts, hydrographic charts, boating maps and depth maps. Below is an index of nautical charts on paper, or complete a request if you would like us to send you a paper index.

Alternately, Charts on CD-ROM are fast becoming a popular choice for techno-savy boaters.
And don't forget to pick up a copy of Chart No. 1, the book which explains the symbols used to describe features on Canadian charts.

Also available: Bathymetric charts (published by TRAK) represent the physical terrain of the lake floor through depth contours and colour shading. The charts indicate hidden islands, drop-offs and shoals, as well as water depths.

Federal Publications also carries a wide range of other publications to suit your interests, including cruising guides, Ports and Richardsons books which are listed in our Boating section.

Charts for Canadian Waters - Index map

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What are Nautical Charts?

• Chart 2024, Buckhorn to Bobcaygeon including Chemong Lake - New Edition dated May 11, 2007
• Chart 2028, Lakes Simcoe and Couchiching including the Holland River - New Edition dated June 15, 2007
• Chart 2400, Great Lakes - New Edition dated November 23, 2007
• Chart 1351, Bassin de Chambly to Lake Champlain - New Edition dated September 28, 2007
• Chart 1437, Summerland Group to Grindstone Island - New Edition dated July 20, 2007
• Chart 1438, Grindstone Island to Carleton Island - New Edition dated April 20, 2007
• Chart 2067, Hamilton Harbour - New Edition dated June 15, 2007
• Chart 2181, Harbours in Lake Erie - New Edition dated May 11, 2007
• Chart 1350, Sorel-Tracy to Otterburn-Park - New Edition dated December 15, 2006