About our company
The idea of forming a company with extended local coverage in northern BC became the premise for creating ARCHER Cultural Resource Management Corp. in 2006. Having numerous regionally-based offices was thought to be a better way to serve our clients, foster our grassroots connections to the communities we live in, all the while enabling job stability for our staff as markets shifted. The resources of Big Pine Heritage Consulting and Research Ltd. (BPH, est. 1998) and TRACES Archaeological Research and Consulting Ltd. (TRACES, est. 1995) were pooled, and our partnership commenced operations on January 1st, 2007. As all of the shareholders in ARCHER Cultural Resource Management Corp. had worked for TRACES at various times under its founder the late Arne K. Carlson, we agreed that his effort to bring quality archaeological work to northern BC would be carried forward in ours.
Our clients, home communities and employees enjoy the benefits of the breadth of logistical capabilities, skills, and experience offered by our firm. We are able to deliver standardized archaeological services across our geographic areas of operation as a result. With a substantive and demonstrable record of excellence in productivity, quality and innovation, our services and products focus on accuracy and diligence.
All senior staff at ARCHER Cultural Resource Management Corp. belong to the British Columbia Association of Professional Archaeologists (BCAPA). It is therefore expected that they will complete assignments with a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and have effective project management skills.
Our Vision
- Through the development of innovative methods of inquiry;
- By adding value to our products;
- By becoming more efficient;
- By promoting quality work with attention to detail;
- By creating career positions in northern centers and rural communities;
- By providing an exciting, healthy and safe work environment;
- By advocating cultural stewardship and awareness;
- By conducting our work in an environmentally sensitive manner; and
- By rewarding responsible employee behaviour and acknowledging professional excellence.
Our Qualities
COMMUNITY
ARCHER CRM provides employment opportunities and support to local communities.
COMPLIANCE
ARCHER CRM Safety Policy and Environmental Management System meet or exceed all government regulations.
DIVERSITY
ARCHER CRM services and products provide an efficient, expedited solution.
CAPABILITY
ARCHER CRM can rapidly and economically mobilize to meet client objectives and timelines.
Safety
ARCHER Cultural Resource Management Corp. is committed to the safety and training of all its employees and contractors. ARCHER CRM was the first independent archaeological consulting firm in Western Canada to obtain its BC Health & Safety Certificate of Recognition (COR), solidifying our status as an industry leader and responsible employer. Additionally, ARCHER CRM is SAFE Certified by the BC Forest Safety Council.
To ensure our clients’ ease of access to our safety management system, ARCHER CRM is registered with ISNetworld, Complyworks and PICS Auditing.
As a company, we are committed to the protection of the health and safety of our employees, contractors, clients and the public and to the prevention of injury and illness. We are committed to the protection of the environment and to the prevention of pollution. We are committed to providing our employees the time and resources they need to be healthy and safe, as well as environmentally responsible.
We strive to accomplish this by doing the following:
- Providing and maintaining a safe, healthy work environment;
- Minimizing environmental impacts;
- Meeting or exceeding relevant occupational health and safety and environmental legislation;
- Providing appropriate HSE training and supervision to enable employees to recognize and control hazards;
- Providing employees with written instructions and personal protective equipment;
- Regularly inspecting offices and field sites to identify and control hazardous conditions and practices;
- Regularly communicating HSE issues with the Health and Safety Committee to ensure the development of initiatives;
- Promptly investigating HSE incidents to identify causes and take appropriate corrective actions; and
- Regularly auditing our Safety Management Systems against established standards to promote continuous improvement.
Quality Management System
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
- The needs and expectations of Indigenous Nations and stakeholders.
- A commitment to quality at all levels of the organization.
- Communicating the policy throughout the organization and obtaining evidence that it is understood.
- Providing a framework for setting and reviewing quality objectives.
- Analysis of competition and identification of market opportunities.
- Ensuring cost efficiency at all times.
- A commitment to comply with contractual and legal requirements.
- Ensuring continuous improvement is part of the ARCHER CRM culture.
The policy is achieved by a commitment to quality and service by all employees, and is based on the principles of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Standard. Quality Policy Last Reviewed: December 2024.
Indigenous Participation
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Archaeological & Heritage Legislation
BC Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, Archaeology Branch
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Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency
BC Environmental Assessment Office
BC Energy Regulator
Canada Energy Regulator
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Environment Canada Weather Office
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