We call upon post-secondary institutions to create university and college degree and diploma programs in Aboriginal languages.
Why “In Progress?”
Universities Canada indicates that over 50% of universities offer Indigenous language courses and Colleges and Institutes Canada is committed to an Indigenous Education protocol including “Indigenous-centred holistic services and learning environments.
Current Status
In Progress
Call to Action
last updated
March 14, 2024
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Commitments to Indigenous Languages
Province announces funding for northern Indigenous language programs
Government of Saskatchewan photo. Students from the FNUC Indigenous Teacher Education Program pose for a photo. NationTalk: Prince Albert Daily Herald – The provincial government……
March 14, 2024
University and College Commitments
Nisga’a language degree to be offered at University of Northern B.C.
Bachelor of arts in language fluency starts next year in partnership with Wilp Wilxo’oskwhl Nisga’a Institute The Wilp Wilxo’oskwhl Nisga’a Institute campus in B.C.’s Nass……
December 18, 2023
Indigenous Education Protocol
Indigenous Education Protocol – 2023
In order to reaffirm the importance of Indigenous education, Colleges and Institutes Canada, in consultation with its members and partners in indigenous communities has developed……
2023
Commitments to Indigenous Languages
Six Nations Polytechnic celebrates largest Indigenous languages graduating class
Some of the graduates of Six Nations Polytechnic’s Ogwehoweh Languages for Mohawk and Cayuga program are shown following a ceremony last Friday. An instructor says……
June 21, 2023
Indigenous Education Accord
Universities Canada’s commitments to truth and reconciliation
Universities Canada and its member institutions are located on Indigenous lands home to diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. Universities recognize the self-determination of……
April 25, 2023
Commitments to Indigenous Languages
Supporting Indigenous Languages Education in Saskatchewan
NationTalk: The Government of Saskatchewan is partnering with First Nations University of Canada to revitalize and preserve Indigenous languages in Saskatchewan. The province is providing……
April 24, 2023
Commitments to Indigenous Languages
The Erasure and Revitalization of Indigenous Cultures and Languages: Genocide Studies International CALL FOR PAPERS – Special Issue
February 21, 2023: On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, the Zoryan Institute is pleased to announce a Call for Papers for its upcoming special issue……
February 21, 2023
Commitments to Indigenous Languages
Pewaseskwan at USask supports Nehiyawak (Cree) language and culture revitalization on Saskatchewan First Nation
Researchers from Onion Lake Cree Nation, Ralph Morin and Dolores Pahtayken (left), stand with researchers from Pewaseskwan (the Indigenous Wellness Research Group), Jarrett Crowe (centre),……
January 20, 2023
Building Reconciliation Forum
4th Annual Building Reconciliation Forum: 2018
The University of Victoria hosted the 2018 Building Reconciliation Forum on 15 and 16 November 2018 at the Songhees Wellness Centre in Esquimalt and on……
November 15, 2018
Building Reconciliation Forum
Third Annual Building Reconciliation Forum – 2017
Higher education and Indigenous leaders from across the country reinforced their commitment to action on reconciliation through higher education as the third annual National Building……
December 11, 2017