The law of the search
Metal Detecting and Treasure Laws in Canada
MixedMetal detecting. Legal with permission; provincial heritage acts apply
What happens to finds. Significant artifacts vest in the Crown or province
What happens to finds. Significant artifacts vest in the Crown or province
Worth knowing
Parks and historic sites are off-limits.
This is a plain-language starting point, not legal advice. The rules change and vary by county, city, park, and parcel, and federal land carries its own restrictions. Always confirm with the specific land manager or agency before you search, and record and report finds where the law requires it.
Hunts and grounds in Canada
- Free Claim No. 6, Bonanza Creek Bonanza Creek Rd, near Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
- The Ovens, Cunard's Gold Beach The Ovens, near Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Bancroft, the Mineral Capital Bancroft, Ontario, Canada
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