Canadian Charts

If you’re planning on boating in Canada, it’s important to get the most up to date Canadian charts available to be sure you have accurate information about topography and water depth. Even if you are quite familiar with the area you’ll be boating on, it’s important to have accurate charts to ensure that deviations from a standard course or changes to the water’s landscape don’t result in damage or injury. Additionally, the Canadian Shipping Act requires almost all vessels to carry charts, including recreational boats. Beyond the practical reasons, accurate charts can also enhance your enjoyment of the trip – today’s digital charts provide a wealth of information and can make it easier to pinpoint prime fishing spots based on water depth, bottom composition and shape.

The charting of Canadian waterways is carried about by the CHS (Canadian Hydrographic Service). Because Canada shares its borders with 3 oceans, this is an enormous task. The conventional method of charting waterways involved dropping lead weights at certain locations to measure the water depth. Fortunately, advances in technology have led to more efficient – and more accurate – methods of charting bodies of water, making it possible to provide more accurate Canadian charts on a more regular basis.

We also have GPS solutions and navigational Canadian charts available to work with your GPS receiver. Beyond Navigation offers essential solutions at the most competitive prices. Some examples of these solutions are the Chart Navigator Pro, which is perfect for boaters; the Chart Navigator, featuring satellite/aerial photos of the United States; the CAPN, which boasts various features, such as AIS and video camera readiness; the Offshore Navigator, which is a GPS course planning and charting system; and the Pocket Navigator, which is charting software for the pocket PC.

Apart from these powerful products, Beyond Navigation’s books and paper charts are also available. We have a variety to choose from, including Chartkit books with companion C.D, waterproof chartbooks with companion CD, waterproof Canadian charts, embassy guides, and navigation training charts.

Beyond Navigation also carries the Zenstar USB GPS Receiver, and features a highly accurate receiver for computer GPS applications, a waterproof antennae/receiver, 20 channels, and a fast SAT acquisition time. Another option is the Zyastar handheld GPS unit, and features 12 channels, is lightweight and easy to operate, and is complete with a waterproof design. These can be used with digital Canadian charts to provide a comprehensive course planning solution.

By logging onto www.beyondnavigation.com, you can find everything you need for course planning and navigation in Canada, including high quality Canadian charts. Moreover, Beyond Navigation will take care of shipping costs. Visitors to the site should also note that by signing up on the site, you can qualify for excellent discounts offered by the company.