Archaeology
Archaeology and the Environment
Skincuttle Inlet at Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve of Canada (B.C.)
© Parks Canada / Andrews, D. / 10.105.07.19(26) / 1996
Canadian Environmental Assessment and Parks Canada
Some development projects may damage the environment. The Canadian Environmental Assessment Act as
well as some provincial legislation and various municipal, regional and
corporate policies require the proponents of the project to carry out impact
studies to measure the anticipated effects of their projects. Archaeological
resources are among the environmental factors that may be affected by such
projects. Consequently, the fundamental question for the developer is:
Did you take archaeological resources into account when you assessed
the environmental impact of your project?
If a project involves changing the landscape, levelling, grubbing (root
and stump removal), dredging the seabed, tree clearing, excavating, filling,
construction, demolition or the movement of vehicles and people in the area,
there may be an impact on archaeological resources.
For projects governed by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, Parks
Canada can assist federal proponents in the assessment process.
The following must be determined:
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Whether there are archaeological resources in the project area
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What regulatory measures may apply
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How to find a professional archaeologist
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What conditions to include in the service contract
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How to manage archaeological objects, specimens and documents
For information, please contact:
Archaeological Resource Management
Parks Canada
25 Eddy Street, 5th floor (25-5-P)
Gatineau, Quebec
Canada
K1A OM5
Fax:(819) 953-4139
E-mail archaeology@pc.gc.ca