Our Burlington Office is participating in Doors Open
On September 29th, 2018 the Museums of Burlington are taking the reins of their local Doors Open for the first time, and our newly expanded Burlington office is opening it’s doors and welcoming the public into see what working in Ontario archaeology and cultural heritage is all about. Our office display includes historical maps, an […]
ASI at the 45th Annual OAS Conference
As always, ASI is participating in the annual OAS Conference, taking place this year in Chatham Kent from November 9-11, 2018. The theme for this year’s symposium is Connections and Pathways through the Past. From the conference description: “Come and explore the historic “Forks” of the Thames River and MacGregor Creek, a meeting place for Indigenous […]
Dr. Ron Williamson to give the banquet speech at the Eastern States Archeological Federation
The Eastern States Archeological Federation (ESAF) is an organization of state archeological societies representing much of the Eastern United States and Canada. Our founder Dr. Ron Williamson is giving a talk entitled “Recent Developments in Great Lakes Archaeology: A View from Ontario” at their 85th Annual Meeting, November 3rd, 2018. A synopsis of his planned […]
ASI is at the Council for North Eastern Historical Archaeology Conference!
The Annual Meeting of the Council for Northeast Archaeology is happening in Halifax on the 18th-21st October, 2018, and ASI staff are presenting on two fascinating topics! Eva MacDonald and David Robertson are co-presenting a paper titled A Summer to Remember: Searching for the 1847 Fever Sheds at the Toronto General Hospital. Since 2006, Eva […]
Unveiling of provincial plaques commemorate the Jean-Baptiste Lainé Site
The Ontario Heritage Trust, in partnership with the Huron-Wendat Nation and the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, are unveiling new provincial plaques to commemorate the Jean-Baptiste Lainé (Mantle) Site. Our founder Ron Williamson will be giving a walking tour, and we have created a small exhibit of Wendat artifacts. The Jean-Baptiste Lainé site is one of the most significant sites […]
Dr. Rob MacDonald to give talk at Old Fort Erie
The Niagara Parks Commission has invited ASI’s managing partner Rob MacDonald to present a lecture marking the 30th anniversary of the excavation at Snake Hill, where the remains of 28 US soldiers who perished during the 1814 American siege were discovered. Now that many years have passed since the 1987 excavation, Dr MacDonald will reflect on the significance of […]
Heritage Plaque Unveiling for London’s Fire Hall No. 4
AS part of the 100 In A Day festival a new plaque is being unveiled by the City of London, with assistance from our Cultural Heritage Specialist Tara Jenkins in her capacity as a member of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage (LACH). This marker commemorates the rich history of Fire Hall No.4 which was constructed in 1909. […]
Dr. Ron Williamson Participates in Panel Discussion on Toronto Archaeology
The Toronto Public Library is hosting a panel discussion on the current state of archaeology in the city on Tuesday, May 2nd at 7pm. With the widespread attention that the St. Lawrence Market and The Ward excavations, there is increasing public support for archaeology in our city. The topical question the panel hopes to answer is “What […]
Public Session on Rushing River Archaeology Assessment
Senior Associate Martin Cooper invites anyone in the Kenora area to attend a public session on the upcoming Archaeological Assessment of Rushing River Provincial Park. Acting on behalf of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Marty will make a presentation on the upcoming work, and then open the floor for feedback and questions. The session takes […]
Understanding Toronto Through Archaeology: A Public Symposium
Heritage Toronto and the City of Toronto Historic Sites are collaborating on a Public Archaeology Symposium inspired by the exciting finds being currently uncovered at the Saint Lawrence Market. Covering many of the new advancements in Toronto archaeology, as well as delving into the nuts and bolts of archaeological assessments in the city, these panel discussions will be […]
