Welcome to Arcas Consulting Archeologists Ltd.
Arcas is an established archaeological consulting firm providing high-quality archaeological and other cultural heritage services to private sector, government, and First Nation clients throughout British Columbia and adjacent regions.
Founded in 1981, Arcas has grown into British Columbia’s leading archaeological consulting company, with a staff of over 20 full-time archaeologists/anthropologists in offices in Vancouver (Coquitlam), Fort St. John, Tumbler Ridge, and a field office in Fort Nelson.
With over 25 years of successful project implementation, we take pride in the quality of our assessments and other work, in the innovative and practical nature of our archaeological resource management solutions, and in our reliable advice based on extensive experience and training.
Our approach is built on the expertise and professionalism of our staff; building positive and responsive relationships with clients, First Nations and regulatory agencies; delivering reliable, quality work, on time and on budget; focusing on communication and continuous improvement in everything we do; and, above all, operating with integrity, respect, and honesty in all aspects of our business.
Arcas is committed to the promotion of the health, safety and well being of all employees, to the provision of a safe and healthy work environment, and to the prevention of occupational injuries and illnesses. In keeping with our Safety Policy, and the industry standards, we are continually improving our safety program.
We have passed an extensive external health and safety audit and have received the Certificate of Recognition (COR), through Enform. Enform is the training, certification, and health and safety services arm of the petroleum industry. We also have registered with the BC Forest Safety Council for their safety certification called SAFE. Both of these programs are in conjunction with WorkSafe BC.
