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People have lived in Saskatchewan since time immemorial, leaving the province richly endowed with both precontact (that is, pre-1690 A.D.) and historical (contact) archaeological heritage. At present, the Saskatchewan Heritage Conservation Branch, the government agency which has responsibility for managing the archaeological heritage of Saskatchewan and for maintaining the official archaeological site files, has approximately 25,000 sites on record.
The Heritage Conservation Branch (of the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport) staff review archaeological work in the province and issue permits for surveys, field reconnaissance, and excavation. One type of permit that they issue is called the Type B or Avocational Archaeologist Permit. These permits are issued to non-professionals who are interested in reporting, recording, and protecting sites. For more information on these permits and to download their forms click on Avocational Archaeology Permits.
Archaeological heritage is protected under a provincial Act that was passed in 1980. To review the Saskatchewan Heritage Property Act click here.
Do you have questions about what to do if you think you have found a site or an artifact? The following may be of use! If you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Guide to Visiting Archaeological Sites – Coming Soon
FAQ about Saskatchewan Archaeology
SAS Collections Policy
Archaeological Resources – Websites that may be of interest to people wanting to learn more about archaeology in general and Saskatchewan history.
On this page, you will find information about recent Saskatchewan Archaeological Society research projects or those of our members. If you are interested in having your research showcased here, please contact us.
Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gallery Besant Phase Pottery Vessel by Todd Paquin (originally published in Saskatchewan Archaeology Quarterly 6(3), August 2020)
Stone Feature Types as Observed at Ceremonial Site Complexes on the Lower Red Deer and the Forks of the Red Deer and South Saskatchewan Rivers with Ethnohistorical Discussion by Dr. Brian (Barney) Reeves & Dr. Margaret Kennedy
