About Us
 | The Association of Manitoba Archaeologists (AMA) is made up of professional and avocational archaeologists, academics and students who are committed to advancing archaeological practice in Manitoba. The AMA, in turn, is committed to pursuing its core goals through direct, practical initiatives which promote the preservation of Manitoba’s cultural heritage and foster communication between the archaeological community, various levels of government, private organizations and the public at large. |
In the past, the AMA has been responsible for changing government and
private policies to better reflect the heritage needs of the province. In 1992, the AMA successfully liaised with the Manitoba Model Forest,
which lies in the archaeologically rich eastern portion of Manitoba’s
Boreal forest, to include archaeological site preservation and
monitoring as an essential element in the MMF’s sustainable forest
management practices.
Beyond effective special projects such as this, the AMA is also committed to advancing archaeological practice through the professional development of its members. Conferences, special guest speakers and hands-on technical workshops have been enriching the knowledge of AMA members since the association was founded in 1975.
The AMA acknowledges that information sharing plays an essential role in preserving cultural heritage for all Manitobans. An atmosphere of co-operative research is fostered among professional and academic AMA members.
Beyond effective special projects such as this, the AMA is also committed to advancing archaeological practice through the professional development of its members. Conferences, special guest speakers and hands-on technical workshops have been enriching the knowledge of AMA members since the association was founded in 1975.
The AMA acknowledges that information sharing plays an essential role in preserving cultural heritage for all Manitobans. An atmosphere of co-operative research is fostered among professional and academic AMA members.
AMA Professionalization Document
(DOWNLOAD)The present document is not comprehensive, nor final. It does, however, consist of several key elements basic to the establishment of a professional association:
1. Aims and Objectives
2. Benefits Provided by the Association
3. Conditions of Engagement
4. Code of Ethics
5. Constitution
We welcome discussion and revision. Your scrutiny and input at this stage is most vital in readying the document for final form and acceptance. Revision and approval by the AMA membership of these elements are essential before we can deal with more complex professional areas such as archaeological standards. After you have read the document, please direct your comments to Suggestions@assocmanarch.com.