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Tides & Water Levels
Approximately
one-third of Canada is underwater, and it is charted by the
Canadian Hydrographic Service. This important scientific division of
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is responsible for surveying, measuring,
describing and charting the physical features of Canada's navigable
waterways, whether they are oceans, seas, rivers or lakes.
In this section, you will find information on:
