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Where are Canada's lighthouses?
Explore where Canada's lighthouses are located with an interactive map, and browse coastal sites along all three of Canada's coastlines.
Lighthouses in Canada
Canada's coasts are guarded by hundreds of historic lighthouses, from rugged Atlantic headlands to Pacific islands and Great Lakes shores. This map highlights 10 notable lighthouses across the country.
The dataset, search index and coordinates are bundled into the page, so there is no database query and nothing is uploaded on a visit.
How this works
- Static dataset embedded in the site.
- Leaflet renders the interactive map in the browser.
- Search and filtering happen client-side.
- No application database is required for a page view.
Frequently asked questions
How many lighthouses are on this map?
This map features 10 of Canada's most notable lighthouses, with a name, region and map marker for each one. It is a curated sample, not an exhaustive directory.
Does this page upload anything?
No. The full location dataset is bundled with the page and search runs entirely in your browser. The map requests OpenStreetMap tiles to render the geography, nothing more.
Where does the lighthouses data come from?
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Canadian lighthouse heritage/location sources. Coordinates are approximate.
Is this a complete or official list of Canada's lighthouses?
No — this is a prototype selection, not an exhaustive official database. Treat it as a starting point and re-check official sources before relying on it for planning or research.
Source
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Canadian lighthouse heritage/location sources. Coordinates are approximate.
Prototype dataset bundled for this page: September 2026. Re-check the official source before treating it as an authoritative directory.