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Canadian Archaeological Association
The Canadian Archeological Association (CAA) is the primary archaeological organization in Canada. The CAA was founded in 1968 by a group of archaeologists that included William E. Taylor, the head of the Archaeology Division at the National Museum of Canada. The organization's first publication was named the ''Bulletin''. In 1977 it was renamed the ''Canadian Journal of Archaeology''. Smith-Wintemberg Award The Smith-Wintemberg Award (also known as the Smith-Wintemberg Medal) was established by the CAA in 1978. It recognises outstanding lifetime contributions to Canadian archaeology and is named for the pioneering archaeologists Harlan I. Smith and William J. Wintemberg. The nomination process is rigorous, requiring at least two letters of recommendation from peers, and as such the award is not given every year, only on merit. The Smith-Wintemberg Award is considered highly prestigious and has been described as the "highest recognition in Canadian archaeology". The recipients of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Museums Of Canada
The national museums of Canada are the nine museums in Canada designated under the federal ''Museums Act'' and operated by the Government of Canada. The national museums are responsible for "preserving and promoting the heritage of Canada and all its peoples" and serving as "a source of inspiration, research, learning and entertainment... in both official languages." There are many other museums owned and operated by the Canadian federal government that are not considered national museums. The Bank of Canada Museum in Ottawa, Correctional Service of Canada Museum in Kingston, and the National Historic Sites of Canada operated by Parks Canada across the country are all examples of museums administered by federal agencies but outside the national museums system. History Origins The concept of a "National Museum" in Canada had its beginnings on May 16, 1856, when the government of the Province of Canada authorized the Geological Survey of Canada to establish a Geological Museum in M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
