Chapters

Mission: Connecting with the past through archaeology

Vision: People of all ages and backgrounds across Saskatchewan and beyond come together in archaeological study, exploration, social gatherings and advocacy.

The Anthropology Student Association at the University of Saskatchewan is an undergraduate student-led organization focused on student outreach, educational fundraising, and promoting archaeology and anthropology on campus. They host many events throughout the year, such as the APALA student conference and the CHARM business fair.

The Pipestone Archaeological Society is named after Pipestone Creek, which meanders through the landscape. It focuses on the rich archaeological history of the area and the importance of conservation. The Society also frequently collaborates with residents from the nearby Pheasant Rump Nakota First Nation.

The Prince Albert Historical Society operates four museums in the City of Prince Albert as well as the Bill Smiley Archives. They house artifacts and archival material relating to all aspects of life in the Prince Albert area from pre-European contact times to present.

The Regina Archaeological Society is a volunteer-based society, made up of professional and avocational archaeologists dedicated to the education and preservation of archaeology.

The goal of SAPA, as a professional organization, is to facilitate the development of the archaeological profession within Saskatchewan. The Association does this by ensuring that its members act in a responsible and ethical manner towards heritage resources and the members of the public that it serves.

The Saskatoon Archaeological Society is dedicated to keeping members informed about archaeological activities in and around Saskatoon through monthly meetings and a newsletter. This society, deeply rooted in the region’s history, boasts a rich legacy with its founding members playing significant roles in various fields, making it the oldest active city-based avocational society in Canada.