NCAD - North American Conservation Areas Database


NCAD represents conservation areas in North America (Canada, USA and Mexico) represented 
as point locations. The database contains attributes such as designation, IUCN categories, 
management authority, year of establishment, hectares size, North American Ecological Region 
Level 1, North American Ecological Region Level 2 and other items.
        
When using NCAD, there are some important considerations to note. For example, there are 
considerations pertaining to the accuracy, completeness and intent of the NCAD data. Please 
refer to the summary report that accompanies the database.
        
It is available as an ArcInfo export format file (.e00) as well as a MS Access file (.mdb).

- To report on the status of conservation areas in North America.
        - To assist jurisdictions and organizations in the development of conservation areas strategies.
        - To provide governments, non-governmental organizations and industries with conservation 
	    areas indicators.
        - To assist agencies and groups in advancing strategies devoted to biodiversity and conservation 
	    planning and natural area protection.