NIPIGON – Parks Canada officials have confirmed human remains, dating back centuries, were found last week in Nipigon at the site of the future of the $37-million National Marine Conservation Area headquarters.
Construction on the project was halted on May 21 after the remains were discovered. It’s the second time the project was put on hold due to crews digging up pieces of the past.
According to a Parks Canada statement, the work was stopped immediately upon the discovery of the remains and the relevant authorities were notified.
The Ontario Coroner’s Office determined the remains were those of an Indigenous man, estimated to have lived in the area sometime before the 1600s.
The work stoppage will continue indefinitely while the area is assessed.
Earlier this year it was stopped when an animal bone and other artifacts were found.
After the first time the project was halted, work resumed, with an environmental monitor overseeing the work.
