@article {9800,
	title = {Public Opinion and Canadian Archaeological Heritage: A National Perspective},
	journal = {Canadian Journal of Archaeology/Journal canadien d{\textquoteright}arch{\'e}ologie},
	volume = {26},
	year = {2002},
	pages = {088-129},
	abstract = {<p>A national survey of Canadian public opinion on archaeological heritage issues focused on four main areas: knowledge of archaeology; interest and participation in archaeology; awareness of and support for heritage conservation initiatives; and Aboriginal stewardship of the archaeological record. Data collected from a random sample of 1,501 residents across Canada in 2000 indicate a high level of interest and support for archaeology and heritage conservation, but also a high level of misunderstanding about the archaeological record and current legislative measures to protect it. In contrast to recent changes in legislation and initiatives within the discipline, public attitude towards Aboriginal stewardship of archaeological resources is reserved. Region, education, age, and gender are significant factors affecting differences in opinion. Comparison of select variables from this survey with results from a national survey of the United States shows that the Canadian and American publics are more similar than different in their opinions on archaeological heritage.</p>},
	author = {David Pokotylo}
}
