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This section presents a collection of original historical maps of Canada. These maps illustrate the territorial formation, expansion, and administrative evolution of the country from the early colonial period to the modern era. Each map is designed to highlight key historical developments, such as exploration, settlement, provincial creation, territorial adjustments, and major political or administrative changes that shaped the historical geography and identity of Canada. Produced for educational use, the collection offers clear and accessible visual resources suitable for classroom teaching, school projects, and introductory historical study.


See also :

Cartes historiques du Canada — original historical maps of Canada (in French);

More Historical Maps of Canada — curated links to historical maps and resources covering Canadian history;

Historical Maps of the U.S.A. — original historical maps of the U.S.A.;

More Historical Maps of the U.S.A. — curated links to historical maps and resources covering American history;

World History Maps — original world history maps. 


HISTORICAL MAPS OF CANADA

Migration Routes of the First Americans

North America in 1645

New France in 1645

New France in 1673

New France in 1697

New France after 1713

New France in 1745

New France in 1750

New France in 1756

New France in 1760

British North America in 1763

French & Indian War (1754-1763)

Province of Quebec in 1763

Province of Quebec in 1774



Province of Quebec in 1783 

Canada & Maritime Colonies in 1791 

Province of Canada in 1841

Province of Canada in 1850

Province of Canada in 1860

Dominion of Canada in 1867

Dominion of Canada in 1870

Dominion of Canada in 1871

Dominion of Canada in 1905



OLD SCHOOL HISTORY MAPS

MORE HISTORICAL MAPS OF CANADA


Sources, Methodology & Educational Use:  The maps presented on this page are original creations produced for EdMaps by Dr. Cristian Ionita. Each map is based on verified historical data relating to the territorial evolution, administrative structures, and political history of Canada. The maps are designed according to established practices in historical cartography, including source analysis, period contextualization, and visual clarity. The collection is curated to support teaching, learning, and public understanding of Canadian history, and is intended for educational and non‑commercial use.


EdMaps — Historical Cartography for Education 

EdMaps provides original maps and curated historical maps designed to support teaching, learning, and public understanding of territorial evolution and administrative history. The original maps are created by Cristian Ionita, and all curated maps are selected from public archives, historical collections, and private holdings, and are presented for educational and non‑commercial use. 

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