The rate of development and environmental change have endangered many sacred spaces across Canada, and subsequently, the graves of family members and ancestors need to be protected. Moreover, the ability to locate unmarked graves and provide archaeological evidence has become critical in applications of justice. Using ground-penetrating radar, IPIA researchers can identify areas that contain unmarked graves and sometimes identify specific graves. Boundaries of burial grounds can be delineated in order to be protected. We also work with communities to conduct historical research on these sacred places in order to find associated names and families. We are currently also working with the National Center for Truth and Reconciliation in establishing a protocol for the survey of Indian Residential Schools. So far, we have done surveys in historic cemeteries, in areas of suspected unmarked burials outside of known cemeteries, and around Indian Residential Schools.

We also have experience in the use of 'space' technologies, such as satellite-mounted and airborne LiDAR and RADAR, as well as, photo imagery. These techniques are becoming increasingly useful in the detection, mapping, and monitoring of archaeological sites. We apply these as potential solutions to problems outlined by communities.

Good  GPR Books and Software  for its use in Archaeology by Dr. Lawrence Conyers (UDenver)