# SGS MinFinder > Offline BC MINFILE mineral occurrence map for prospectors & geologists Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ca.sgss.minfinder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ca.sgss.minfinder) ## Overview - **ID:** `ca.sgss.minfinder` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Simple Geospatial Solutions - **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION - **Downloads:** 185 - **Version:** 1.1.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-29 - **First published:** 2026-07-30 - **Publisher country:** CA - **Size:** 106 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-14 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.sgss.minfinder) - **Website:** [https://sgss.ca/](https://sgss.ca/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://sgss.ca/mobile-apps/minfinder/privacy](https://sgss.ca/mobile-apps/minfinder/privacy) ## Description 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.
- Topographic basemap built for the backcountry: shaded relief, 20 m contours, BC resource roads, parks, and bedrock geology.
- Switch to satellite view for aerial imagery, with contours, roads, and labels still drawn on top.

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. Satellite imagery streams online only and is not included in downloads.

PREMIUM
A one-time or subscription purchase unlocks compass navigation and the full expanded occurrence details. The map, search, filtering, satellite view, 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: © OpenStreetMap contributors, © OpenMapTiles; elevation from MRDEM-30 (Natural Resources Canada) and modified Copernicus DEM data; contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada and the Open Government Licence – British Columbia. Satellite view imagery: Esri, Vantor, Earthstar Geographics, and the GIS User Community.

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. ## Rankings - #1,741,869 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `ca.sgss.minfinder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` ## Similar extensions and apps - [Bedrock — BC Mining Companion](https://chrome-stats.com/d/io.appdrop.bedrock) — 60 users - [The Happy Prospector](https://chrome-stats.com/d/au.blueapps.happyprospector2) — 331 users - [Smart Mineralogist](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.yakobo.smartmineralogist) — 79,973 users, 4.04 / 5 - [Prospector's Helper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.solixardigital.prospectorshelper) — 1,072 users - [Let's Ride BC](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mapgears.bcsf) — 305 users - [PocketMine - Mining Map & Tool](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softroc.mine.lite) — 269 users - [Geo ID](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.geoid.app) — 310 users - [FishingBC](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sportfishingbc.fishingbcapp) — 48,671 users, 4.70 / 5 - [GeoVeris](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.epoch11.geoveris) — 8 users - [iHunter BC](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.insideoutside.ihunterbc) — 41,451 users - [GField Mapper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.aicodesys.gfield) — 136 users - [Digger's Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.briteapps.diggersmap) — 165,702 users, 4.06 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ca.sgss.minfinder)