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Canadian Cryospheric Information Network Polar Data Catalogue
Entry ID: Canada_CCIN_CCINDB
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Summary
Abstract: Access to timely, comprehensive, and quality cryospheric data is an obstacle to
improved knowledge and understanding of the cryosphere in Canada. Important
datasets often reside in various government and university labs where they
remain largely unknown or access restrictions prevent effective use.

Through a data and information management infrastructure, the Canadian
Cryospheric Information Network (CCIN) addresses these problems by improving
availability and access to Canadian cryospheric datasets. Developed in concert
with the CRYSYS project, as a collaborative partnership between the Federal
Government (Canadian Space Agency, Meteorological Service of Canada, Natural
Resources Canada), University of Waterloo and Noetix Research Inc., the CCIN
has established a one-stop entry point for researchers to discover and access
legacy data, near real-time data, current state of the cryosphere information,
on-demand statistical-graph analysis, and dynamic linkages to other major data
providers including GeoConnections, The Climate and Cryosphere Project, and the
National Snow and Ice Data Center. All data provided by the CCIN, locally or
remotely, is accessible via the World Wide Web.

Beyond data storage, distribution, and providing tools for graphical analysis,
CCIN has invested in outreach initiatives for greater visibility within the
public community. The CCIN presents special online sections for cryosphere
news, the media, and a youth oriented Canadian cryosphere website comprised of
facts, quizzes and interactive games. As a data and information centre, CCIN
continues to build upon its aggregate features to improve existing tools,
implement new technologies, to promote the awareness of the Canadian
cryosphere, while progressing with data collection and data rescue.To provide
accurate and timely information on cryospheric variability and change to the
public and decision makers.

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Service Citation
Originators: Canadian Cryospheric Information Network
Title: Polar Data Catalogue Search Tool
URL: http://www.polardata.ca/
ISO Topic Category
GEOSCIENTIFIC INFORMATION
INLAND WATERS
OCEANS
Service Provider
Canadian Cryospheric Information Network

Service Provider Personnel
Name: CANADIAN CRYOSPHERIC INFORMATION NETWORK INFORMATION SERVICES AND SCIENCE MANAGER
Phone: +01-519-888-4567 ext. 32689
Email: PDC at mailservices.uwaterloo.ca
Contact Address:
Canadian Cryospheric Information Network (CCIN)
Department of Geography
University of Waterloo
200 University Avenue West
City: Waterloo
Province or State: ON
Postal Code: N2L 3G1
Country: Canada
Personnel
CANADIAN CRYOSPHERIC INFORMATION NETWORK INFORMATION SERVICES AND SCIENCE MANAGER
Role: TECHNICAL CONTACT
Phone: +01-519-888-4567 ext. 32689
Email: PDC at mailservices.uwaterloo.ca
Contact Address:
Canadian Cryospheric Information Network (CCIN)
Department of Geography
University of Waterloo
200 University Avenue West
City: Waterloo
Province or State: ON
Postal Code: N2L 3G1
Country: Canada

STEPHANIE K GREBAS
Role: SERF AUTHOR
Email: gsfc-gcmduso at mail.nasa.gov
Creation and Review Dates
SERF Creation Date: 2009-12-03
SERF Last Revision Date: 2009-12-03
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