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A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Alberta: How the West was Young - Archaeology and Pre-Contact http://collections.ic.gc.ca/alberta/archaeology/ "It is estimated that the first peoples of Alberta camped on the shores of the Vermilion Lakes, near Banff over 10,500 years ago." This web site presents aspects of Alberta's early history through images, text and sound. Archaeological Field School http://members.rogers.com/archaeology/ "The Archaeological Field School is a residential summer credit course for high school students, sponsored by the York Region District School Board, in co-operation with the Royal Ontario Museum and The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority." This web site includes a list of "course components," student evaluation information, photographs, and an online application. Archaeological Institute of America - Ottawa-Hull Society http://phrontisterion.uottawa.ca/aia/ "The Ottawa-Hull Society of the Archaeological Institute of America provides lectures on archaeological topics in all periods." This web site includes a list of up-coming lectures and an online newsletter. Archaeological Society of British Columbia (ASBC) http://asbc.bc.ca/ "The Archaeological Society of British Columbia is a non-profit society dedicated to the protection of archaeological resources and the spread of archaeological knowledge." This web site includes information about the society's meetings, the ASBC's quarterly publication and a list of upcoming events. Archaeological Society of British Columbia (ASBC) - Nanaimo Branch http://www.asbcnanaimo.nisa.com/ The ASBC is "dedicated to the conservation of archaeological and heritage sites in BC." This web site includes information about the society's lecture series, a site survey of the Nanaimo area and a links page. Archaeology in Artic North America http://www.arts.uwaterloo.ca/ANTHRO/rwpark/ArcticArchStuff/ ArcticIntro.html "The northernmost part of the North American continent has seen some of the most fascinating human adaptations anywhere." This web site provides detailed information on archaeological research in the Far North, with a primary focus on the Canadian Arctic. Archaeology and Conservation Hot Links http://home.uleth.ca/geo/jasweb/jas4.htm This web site from the Archaeology and Geography departments at the University of Lethbridge provides an extensive list of links to archaeology sites. Archaeology in Nova Scotia http://museum.gov.ns.ca/arch/ "Over the past 11,000 years the area we know today as Nova Scotia has been settled by many different groups of people." This web site from the Nova Scotia Museum discusses the province's history, artifacts found in Nova Scotia, excavation techniques, and artifact preservation. Archaeology in Ontario -- Bilingual http://www.culture.gov.on.ca/culture/english/culdiv/heritage/arch.htm "Archaeological resources are extremely fragile records of the past, and disturbances, through land use activities or artifact looting, can destroy them." This web site explains Ontario's archaeological licensing requirements, techniques for managing archaeological resources, and provides information on archaeological sites in Ontario. Archaeology at Parks Canada -- Bilingual http://parkscanada.pch.gc.ca/arch/main_e.htm "Wherever you go in Canada, someone has gone before you. People have been living here for over 11,000 years, but the archaeological evidence for their activity is often buried in the earth or the sea bed." This Parks Canada web site details "this strange and exciting aspect of our heritage." The Archaeology of Saskatchewan Waterways http://www.lights.com/waterways/arch.htm "A variety of archaeological and historic sites can be found along Saskatchewan waterways. These include early Indian campsites and rock paintings and European fur-trading posts." This web site provides information about northern Saskatchewan archaeology, Aboriginal Rock Art and the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society. The site also provides a brief bibliography for those who are interested in reading more about this subject. Artefacts Canada -- Bilingual http://www.chin.gc.ca/Artefacts/ Artefacts Canada "provides access to information on millions of museum objects, natural history specimens and archaeological sites." This is a valuable web site for teachers, students and anyone else interested in Canada's history. Artifacts B.C. http://www.artifacts.gov.bc.ca/ "This web site showcases artifacts, archival material and historic sites in the Province of British Columbia." The information provided in each section of the site is extensive and clearly presented. The site is a useful resource for students, teachers, researchers and the general public. Canadian Anthropology Society (CAS) -- Bilingual http://socserv.socsci.mcmaster.ca/~casca/ The mandates of the CAS are to "promote anthropology in Canada," "support anthropological research," and "disseminate anthropological knowledge in the academic milieu and to the wider public." This web site includes news, an electronic bulletin board, and membership information. Canadian Archeological Association -- Bilingual http://www.canadianarchaeology.com/ This web site includes conference information, a resource archive, featured links, and a virtual archaeological expedition. Canadian Association for Physical Anthropology (CAPA) -- Bilingual http://citd.scar.utoronto.ca/CAPA/ "The Canadian Association of Physical Anthropology is a learned society of international scholars and students whose aim is to promote and increase awareness and understanding of physical (biological) anthropology among its membership, to supporting institutions and agencies and the public at large." This web site includes a resource page, event listings and membership information. Canadian Heritage Gallery: Archaeology http://www.canadianheritage.org/links/archaeology/ This web site from the Canadian Heritage Gallery provides links to Canadian archaeological associations and online resources. Canadian Sociology and Anthropology Association (CSAA) -- Bilingual http://alcor.concordia.ca/~csaa1/ "The Canadian Sociology and Anthropology Association is a professional association which promotes research, publication and teaching in Anthropology and Sociology in Canada." This web site includes publications, committees, conferences and awards. Cataraqui Archaeological Research Foundation (CARF) http://www.carf.info/ "People have inhabited the area that is now Kingston for thousands of years. The region was home to native groups as early as 7000 B.C.E." This web site provides a well-written and fascinating account of the history of the Kingston, Ontario area. The site also briefly explains how to properly excavate and process artifacts. This is a useful resource for anyone with an interest in archaeology or the history of Kingston. Dating Methods in Archaeology http://www.arts.ubc.ca/anso/pokotylo/anth103/chptfive.htm This web site from the Anthropology and Sociology Department at the University of British Columbia explains various methods that archaeologists use to determine relative and absolute dating of sites and artifacts. Dig@ROM http://www.rom.on.ca/digs/ "Join ROM archaeologists in the field on these virtual digs." Archaeologists associated with the Royal Ontario Museum have provided this web site with accounts of excavations that took place in the Caribbean and along the Humber River in the mid to late nineties. The descriptions are interesting and include photographs. Fleur de Lys Archaeological Project http://www.ucs.mun.ca/~jerwin/fdl.htm The Fleur de Lys Archaeological Project is "the investigation of a prehistoric soapstone quarry" in Newfoundland. This web site provides information about past fieldwork at the quarry and upcoming research plans. Geoarchaeology in Manitoba http://home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~boydm/ "Geoarchaeology is practiced in the common ground shared between the earth and social sciences. Most practitioners are concerned with the reconstruction of past physical and ecological 'landscapes', and the connection between these landscapes and human activity." This web site includes articles about archaeobotany and landscape archaeology. The site also offers a clear description of quaternary palynology. A Glossary of Manitoba Prehistoric Archaeology http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/anthropology/manarchnet/ appendices/glossary.html This web site provides succinct definitions of archaeological terms. Though the glossary's focus is Manitoba, anyone interested in prehistoric archaeology will find the site useful. Government of British Columbia: Archaeology Branch http://www.archaeology.gov.bc.ca/ British Columbia's Archaeology Branch "provides programs designed to encourage and facilitate the protection, conservation and public appreciation of British Columbia's archaeological resources as mandated by the Heritage Conservation Act." This web site includes FAQs, a list of the branch's services, publications, and links to other archaeological centres. Greater Anthropology http://www.wynja.com/gamain.html "The proper study of man is Greater Anthropology. This consists of the human sciences, and the arts with support from the natural sciences." This web site includes some interesting articles about archaeology as well as many links to other archaeology sites. The site also includes sections that focus on death, dreams and spirituality. Some of the articles and links may not be appropriate for young children. Linguistic Anthropology http://www.socsci.mcmaster.ca/~anthro/course.und/lingui.htm This web site from the Faculty of Social Sciences at McMaster University provides a brief definition of linguistic anthropology. Manitoba Culture History http://www.umanitoba.ca/anthropology/manarchnet/toc.html This web site includes information about Manitoba's cultural areas and chronological periods. The site also provides a useful glossary of terms relevant to Manitoba archaeology. The Anthropology Department at the University of Manitoba and the Manitoba Heritage Network created this site. The Nova Scotia Archaeology Society (NSAS) http://nsas.ednet.ns.ca/ This web site includes the NSAS's constitution, membership information and links to archaeology resources. Ontario Archaeological Society (OAS) http://www.ontarioarchaeology.on.ca/oas/ "The Ontario Archaeological Society is a registered charitable organization that promotes the ethical practice of archaeology." This web site includes articles, educational information, an event calendar, links to regional chapters, and a summary of Ontario Archaeology. Ontario Archaeological Society - Hamilton Chapter http://www.hwcn.org/link/hcoas/ This web site includes educational information, employment listings, and research links. Ontario Archaeological Society - Ottawa Chapter http://www.canadianarchaeology.com/associations/ontario/ ottawaoas/otchh.htm This web site includes articles, event listings, and the chapter president's notes. While professional archaeologists will benefit most from the site, anyone interested in Ontario archaeology will find the "Ancient Ottawa" section and "E-Heritage Links" of interest. Ontario Association of Professional Archaeologists http://www.apaontario.org/ "The Association of Professional Archaeologists seeks to integrate the concerns of archaeologists in Ontario . . . and also seeks to ensure that issues and practices affecting archaeological resources are conducted within a commonly recognized set of standards." This web site includes membership information, news, and professional development links. Protecting Archaeological Sites Today (PAST) http://home.uleth.ca/geo/jasweb/jasweb.htm "PAST is an online organization dedicated to the preservation of archaeological, cultural, and historical sites, through political action and education." This web site includes a contact page to report a "threatened site," the organization's mission statement, and a letter and e-mail writing campaign to help preserve Canada's archaeological sites. Southern Ontario Projectile Points http://www.ssc.uwo.ca/assoc/oas/points/sopoints.html This web site classifies projectile points according to point types and time periods. The site includes written descriptions and drawings of each projectile point. The London Chapter of the Ontario Archaeological Society created this site. Study of Cultural Adaptations in the Canadian Prairie Ecozone (SCAPE) http://scape.brandonu.ca/ "SCAPE is a multi-disciplinary project representing a wide range of research expertise including archaeology, ethnology, geoarchaeology, geomatics, obotany, soils science and oral tradition." Headed by the Department of Native Studies at Brandon University, this on-going project studies "past Human-environmental interactions within the Canadian Prairies Ecozone." This web site lists SCAPE researchers, locations and conferences. The Underwater Archaeological Society of British Columbia (UASBC) http://www.uasbc.com/ The UASBC is "one of the largest avocational, underwater archaeological organizations in Canada." This web site lists underwater excavations, reports and special events. Underwater Archaeology http://www.hamilton-scourge.city.hamilton.on.ca/archae.htm "The Hamilton and the Scourge were two schooners that sank in Lake Ontario during the War of 1812." This web site provides a brief explanation of the history of underwater archaeology and explains the technique archaeologists' use when excavating a deep-water site. Voyage into Archaeology http://www.educ.sfu.ca/archaeology/ This web site is a good educational resource for students who are developing an interest in archaeology. The site provides a clear description of archaeology, a glossary, and an interactive field investigation. This site also includes curriculum ideas for teachers. |
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