Archaeology
Recovery
Heritage Plan
Heritage Conservation
The Province has taken the steps to support community-wide recovery in Lytton while protecting sensitive archaeological resources and promoting compliance with the Heritage Conservation Act.
The Archaeology Branch of the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development has issued:
- a Heritage Investigation Permit intended to support all types of archaeological assessments that may be required for demolition or reconstruction within the Village.
- an alteration permit to authorize the alterations of sites through the removal of contaminated sediments. Alteration permits can be revised and amended to allow for different activities as site work progresses.
If you have any questions, please email LyttonHCA@gov.bc.ca.
Property Owners
Update September 26, 2024:
The Ministry of Forests Archaeology Branch has approved a third delegated archaeologist for work under the Village of Lytton permits.
Property owners can contact Joanne Hammond at 778-257-1681 or hammondjoannee@gmail.com.
Update March 19, 2024:
The Archaeology Branch provided a recent information package for residents with archaeological guidance for the Village of Lytton’s recovery and rebuild. This information is necessary for planning before development to:
- ensure property owners understand measures they can take to avoid or minimize impacts to
archaeological sites, - ensure compliance with the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA), and
- reduce archaeological costs associated with rebuilding.
Read the handout provided by the Archaeology Branch describing the requirements of each category and options available to owners to ensure compliance with the HCA.
To receive your Management Direction Letter email the Archaeology Branch at LyttonHCA@gov.bc.ca or call at 250-953-3334. Provide your civic address and (if known) your Property Identifier Number (PID).
Chance Finds Procedure
The Archaeology Branch has provided information related to the Chance Finds Procedure for archaeological artifacts and ancestral human remains. This answers the question “What should I do if I find potential archaeological artifacts or ancestral human remains?” during rebuilding.
Contact
Archaeology Branch, Ministry of Forests
Email: LyttonHCA@gov.bc.ca
Phone: 250-953-3334
Frequently Asked Questions
Background – Heritage Conservation Act
The Heritage Conservation Act protects the historical, cultural, scientific, spiritual, and educational value of archaeological sites to First Nations, local communities,and the public.
As private or commercial property owners and developers, it is important to gather information and incorporate archaeological considerations into your planning processes since damaging an archaeological site without a permit is unlawful.
The province has taken the following steps to support community wide recovery in Lytton, while protecting sensitive archaeological resources and promoting compliance with the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA).
