SGS MinFinder

SGS MinFinder puts British Columbia's entire MINFILE mineral inventory in your pocket - and keeps it working when the cell signal doesn't.

16,000+ OCCURRENCES, FULLY OFFLINE
Every MINFILE occurrence is bundled in the app in a local database. Browse, search, and filter the whole province with no data connection. Pre-download topographic map tiles for the area you're heading to and the basemap works offline too.

BUILT FOR THE FIELD
- Map every occurrence across BC, clustered so the big picture is instantly clear.
- Filter by status - Producer, Past Producer, Developed Prospect, Prospect, Showing, Anomaly - each colour-coded on the map.
- Search by name or MINFILE number and fly straight to any site.
- Real topographic basemaps from Esri so terrain, contours, and access roads are right there.

THE FULL GEOLOGICAL RECORD
Tap any occurrence for the official details: status, host rock, deposit class, elevation, latitude/longitude (decimal and DMS), and UTM coordinates in both NAD27 and NAD83. One tap opens the official BC MINFILE record online.

NAVIGATE TO THE SITE (Premium)
A live compass dial with real-time bearing and distance guides you to the exact occurrence - no trail required.

DOWNLOAD YOUR REGION BEFORE YOU GO
Draw a box around any area and cache its topographic tiles for offline use. Manage, reopen, or clear your downloaded regions any time.

PREMIUM
A one-time or subscription purchase unlocks compass navigation and the full expanded occurrence details. The map, search, filtering, and offline region downloads are free.

DATA SOURCES
Mineral data: BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation (MINFILE), https://minfile.gov.bc.ca/. Basemap: Esri World Topographic Map.

SGS MinFinder is an independent, third-party app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Government of British Columbia or any government agency.

Use as a reference only. Always verify mine status, land access, and safety information before visiting any site.