Rudy Reimer

Rudy Reimer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Archaeology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). His research bridges Indigenous Knowledge systems with Western scientific methods, focusing on the Salish Sea and surrounding regions. He employs geoarchaeological and archaeometric techniques such as X-ray fluorescence and lithic sourcing to explore connections between archaeological data and Squamish Nation oral histories.

Education: BA and MA from SFU, PhD from McMaster University. He actively engages in public archaeology through TV series like Wild Archaeology (APTN), which won the Canadian Archaeological Association Public Communications Award (2017). Additional media work includes appearances on 1491, Coyote Science, and Edziza Life from Ash and Ice.

Teaching responsibilities include courses on Pacific Northwest archaeology, field methods, and directed research. He directs the Archaeology XRF Laboratory and collaborates with Indigenous communities on culturally significant projects. Research emphasizes collaborative frameworks that prioritize community engagement and returning results to source communities.

Notable contributions include studies on obsidian sourcing, volcanic landscapes, and ochre use, reflecting his dual focus on material culture and cultural heritage. His work exemplifies Indigenous Archaeology principles, ensuring academic rigor while honoring Indigenous perspectives.