Heritage Services

FULL SUITE ARCHAEOLOGY & HERITAGE FIRM

Land-based archaeology

Archaeological impact assessments (AIA - S12.2); site excavation and monitoring (SAP - S12.4); field inventories; Chance Find Management Plans; historical archaeology; preliminary field reconnaissance (PFR)

Research and laboratory analysis

Archaeological overview assessments, marine archaeological overview assessments, archaeological management plans; lithics analysis; faunal analysis; dendrochronology; osteological analysis; historical and archival research; ethnographic research

Indigenous landscape use

Traditional use studies; traditional ecological knowledge; historic, ethnographic, and archival research; land use plans

Heritage permitting and policy

Heritage policies and protocols for First Nations, industry, and all levels of government; heritage capacity building

RISC: Archaeological and Culturally Modified Tree Inventory for Crew Members

This Provincially-certified course is intended to teach basic site identification, survey, and recording skills. The course is designed for eight participants, preferably with some background in forestry or other fieldwork. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are registered with the province and receive a certificate signed by the Archaeology Branch.

Five days, taught entirely in-person or a combination of in-person and digital delivery. Best suited for 8-12 students. Available year-round on a as needed basis.

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ARCHAEOLOGY & HERITAGE ON FILM

Oral histories and traditional knowledge that encompass the environment, archaeology, conservation, culture and language are all preserved on film. Through consultative and collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities, these stories on film can support Strength of Claim, language revitalization, and cultural sovereignty. They are also a valuable tool for sharing and preserving heritage, knowledge, and experiences within communities for generations to come. Watch the trailer below to see examples of what is possible!

PARTNER STORIES

Since Time Immemorial

A remarkable discovery in Minette Bay tells the story of ancient technology, conservation, and solidifies X̄á’isla Nation’s history in the territory as well as Strength of Claim. A collaboration between X̄á’isla Nation, Kleanza, and MFRP, the story marks a turning point for the Nation. The film is used along with lesson plans in the classroom.

A Culture of Mutual Respect

The Kitsumkalum community share stories of culture and heritage to illustrate their deep connection to their land. Asking for mutual respect and for their values to be honoured - they welcome visitors and workers warmly to their beautiful territory. This film also supports Kitsumkalum Cultural Sensitivity Training.

Stories Remembered, Language Reclaimed

A community shares the importance of language to their identity and culture, and how a unique process of language reclamation is serving as a real tool for healing, decolonization, and reconciliation. A film by our partner, Might for Right Productions.

Kaniateres - Story Lessons in Art

John B. Thomas illuminates the history and knowledge of the Mohawk people on the St. Lawrence River, before the construction of the early canal systems. “Kaniatares - Long River”, is his commissioned 21-foot mural. A film by our partner, Might for Right Productions.

hénƛ̓ikʷilaxʷ - A Haisla Origin Story

Narrator Teresa Windsor, artist Paul Windsor and composer Shelley Bolton, help bring to life the story of the first X̄á’isla people. A collaboration between X̄á’isla Nation, Kleanza, and MFRP, it is a celebration of resilience. With the support of Fluent Speakers, this animation is subtitled in x̄á’islakala, and is used along with lesson plans in the classroom.