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Senior Archaeologist (Stantec)

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Stantec is looking to expand their archaeology team and are seeking a full time Archaeologist to lead field programs. Work will focus on projects across various service lines in the Yukon, with opportunities to contribute to projects in British Columbia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cultural resource management assessments
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Actively participate in Stantec’s HSSE program

For more information and how to apply:

DRAFT Canadian Archaeological Association Statement for the Ethical Handling of Human Remains May 2024

Dear CAA Members,

On behalf of the CAA Executive Committee, it is my pleasure to share with you this draft “Statement for the Ethical Handling of Human Remains.” This document was prepared by CAA Executive Committee members and vetted by five individuals from the archaeological, Indigenous, and bioarchaeological communities. Please send your comments to president@canadianarchaeology.com and/or join us at the Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon on Saturday May 4, 2024, 3:20–5:00 PM (CST), where there will be an opportunity to discuss and vote on the proposed document.

Anthropology Laboratory Instructor (Mount Royal University)

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Hello CAA Members!

Mount Royal University is hiring a full-time, permanent Anthropology Laboratory Instructor to teach laboratory sections in biological anthropology, archaeology, and zooarchaeology!

The position is open to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents – please see the job advertisement for additional details:

Limited Term Appointment (LTA) 1-year position as Assistant Professor in North American Archaeology

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The Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a 12-month Limited Term Appointment faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in North American Archaeology beginning July 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval.

Senior Archaeologist

Date Posted

Stantec is looking to expand their archaeology team and are seeking a full time Archaeologist to lead field programs. Work will focus on projects across various service lines in the Yukon, with opportunities to contribute to projects in British Columbia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cultural resource management assessments
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Actively participate in Stantec’s HSSE programs

For more information and how to apply:

CAA Membership Committee Call for Members!

CAA Membership Committee Call for Members!

The CAA Membership Committee is looking for new members! After a hiatus, the committee is looking to create a new action plan for 2024 to help identify its priorities and initiatives for the next year.

The membership committee is particularly interested in individuals who have diverse perspectives on the needs of members from across the country, and who would be interested in proposing programming for members.

Please reach out to maryssabarras@gmail.com to express your interest and find out more!