Typical Objectives of Legislation
In light of the Government of Canada's longstanding interest in the subject, it is no surprise that federal reports11 provide a preliminary checklist of the objectives of archaeological legislation. These offer an apt summary of topics and concerns:
- designation of all important archaeological resources,
- a comprehensive register/inventory of archaeological resources,
- a permit system to authorize archaeologists to conduct explorations,
- requirements for declarations by finders,
- a screening system for projects that could have an impact on archaeological resources,
- public sector ownership of archaeological resources,
- controls on removal, particularly outside the province or to another country,
- public access and programming, and
- an administrative body.
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