Why You Should Report Finds

Every year in British Columbia, significant archaeological artifacts and sites are discovered by people out hiking, digging in their garden, or simply going about their work. When reported to an appropriate agency such as the Archaeology Branch, new archaeological information can make a valuable contribution to our understanding of the history of our province and prevent the destruction of important cultural resources.

If you do encounter archaeological remains it is important that you report them as soon as possible and follow the Procedures for Reporting Finds or the Procedures for Reporting Human Remains.