First Nations Languages
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Stoney Nakoda First Nation introduces teaching textbook to keep traditional language aliveThe Stoney Nakoda First Nation in southwestern Alberta has come up with a new textbook and dictionary as a way of preserving its traditional language.CanadaJan 23, 2023
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‘Without language, identity is lost.’ Reviving Indigenous languages in Canada’s NorthEfforts to revitalize Indigenous languages are underway in Canada's North, thanks to dedicated elders, teachers, translators and broadcasters.CanadaDec 29, 2022
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Researchers in B.C. could help save one of the world’s most complex Indigenous languagesSara Child and Caroline Running Wolf are working to preserve Kwak’wala, an endangered language spoken by several B.C. First Nations.EducationFeb 8, 2022
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Liberal MLA criticizes B.C. government’s funding for Indigenous languagesB.C. Liberal MLA Mike Morris is questioning the province's decision to put $50 million into preserving Indigenous languages.PoliticsFeb 27, 2018
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First-ever national gathering of Indigenous elders underway in EdmontonIn a bid to connect with their peers and talk about how to re-engage Indigenous youth to preserve their culture, Indigenous elders from across Canada met for the first-ever National Gathering of Elders in Edmonton on Monday.CanadaSep 11, 2017
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Justin Trudeau to introduce Indigenous Languages ActThe government will introduce the act in hopes of preserving and revitalizing First Nations, Metis and Inuit languages in Canada.CanadaDec 7, 2016
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