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Homeowners in Wainfleet, Ontario, face a staggering financial burden after discovering ancient Indigenous remains on their property during renovations. The couple, Christine and Dan Reio, must now fund a full burial site investigation, estimated at $319,000, with potential costs soaring to $1 million. The law, enacted in 2002, requires hiring a licensed archaeologist, but the Reios were not informed of the risks. Theyve been waiting for government approval for financial aid since last October. Experts argue that homeowners should not bear the full burden, and the Niagara areas high archaeological potential underscores the need for law updates.

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