Highlights
Welcome to COINAtlantic
The Coastal and Ocean Information Network Atlantic (COINAtlantic) website is a hub for coastal and ocean information in Atlantic Canada. We are working to provide open and reliable access to the best information to help various stakeholders make informed decisions relevant to Atlantic Canada.
*NEW* Employment Opportunity - COINAtlantic Project Officer
We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic individual who thrives in a dynamic and diverse work environment. Learn more about the position here.
New on the Site
Canada in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action
The Atlantic Chapter of the national assessment of how Canada’s climate is changing, the impacts of these changes and how we are adapting to reduce risk.
Bay of Fundy: Focus on the Gulf of Maine Initiative
This new section of the COINAtlantic website focuses on the Bay of Fundy and the Gulf of Maine Initiative and has been funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada.
The Coastal Update Newsletter has been published since 1997 and is is distributed monthly to over 5800 people worldwide by email.
The Coastal Update highlights research, documents, resources, events, and opportunities related to integrated coastal and ocean management, coastal mapping and geomatics, and other coastal and marine issues.
COINAtlantic Tools
Search Utility
Launch the CSU to find and display geographic data and information.
GeoContent Generator
Explore the CGG to create searchable and geographically referenced metadata
Data Accessibility Tool
Learn more about the Data Accessibility Benchmark Organizational Self-Assessment Tool
Themes
Carbon absorbed by coastal or marine organisms and stored in the habitat.
Open Data is data that is free and accessible for anyone to use.
Remote sensing instruments include LiDAR, Sonar and drones.
Integrated coastal and ocean management (ICOM) is a method for managing overlapping jurisdictions, competing coastal and ocean uses and sensitive environments.
Aquaculture refers to the farming of aquatic organisms.
Explore wind energy, marine energy and offshore oil and gas.
Connect With Us
Finance Officer
Project Officer
Executive Director
Jennifer Barr
Tel 902-494-1980 - Fax 902-494-1334 - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Alexi Baccardax Westcott
Tel 902-494-7162 - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Christina Macdonald
Tel 902-494-7452 - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Mailing Address
COINAtlantic
Dalhousie University
6414 Coburg Road
PO Box 15000
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2