January News from the SAS

The Archaeology Centre (1-1730 Quebec Avenue) is open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm and on Fridays by appointment. Staff can still be reached via email or by phoning the office (306-664-4124). We are a mask-friendly facility and ask any visitors to please wear a mask when visiting the office. Disposable masks are available for visitors at the office.

Office Closures:
January 2 – all day

Holiday Office Closure – We will reopen for regular office hours at 9:00 am on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Chapter News

All Points Saskatchewan Archaeological Society:

Prince Albert Historical Society: The Historical Society office and museum will be open from 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday starting on January 3. If you wish to visit the Rotary Museum of Police and Corrections, the John and Olive Diefenbaker Museum, or the Evolution of Education Museum, please call the Historical Museum  (306-764-2992) ahead of time. A Member’s Meeting will be held on January 12 at 7:00 pm. For up to date information please visit our Facebook page.

Regina Archaeological Society:

Saskatoon Archaeological Society:  The Saskatoon Chapter is pleased to present Christie Fender speaking on “Addressing the Alien in the Room: Why Public Perception is Imperative to the Field of Archaeology” on Friday, January 20 at 7:00 pm. Anyone interested in attending can email saskatoon.archaeology@gmail.com or visit their Facebook group for the Zoom link.

Call for SAS Board Nominations

The following positions are open for nominations:

  • President
  • First Vice-President
  • Second Vice-President
  • 2 Members-at-Large

All terms are for two years. Incumbents may run for a consecutive term, with a maximum service of six consecutive years in the same position. The SAS has four board meetings per year (on Saturdays). There may be additional meetings called for committee work. The SAS values diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications from individuals who have skills in finance, fundraising, human resources, governance, policy, risk management, technology and marketing. For further information and for nomination forms, please contact the SAS office. The deadline for applications is February 1, 2023.

Bursary Application Deadline Approaching

The application form is available on our Bursary and Member Funding page.


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