Organizations
Discover how these organizations support language learning and preservation
These local organizations often host programs and events. They also publish and sell language learning and preservation resources.
- Indigenous Languages of ManitobaLocated at 119 Sutherland Ave., ILM provides translation services, instructor training and occasional language courses. Find them on Facebook.
@indigenouslanguages - Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education CentreAlso located at 119 Sutherland Ave., MICEC offers programs such as a weekly Anishinaabemowin Language Table and language games events such as Speed Snagging. Find them on Facebook.
@micec.mb - Prairies to Woodlands Indigenous Language Revitalization CirclePrairies to Woodlands Indigenous Language Revitalization Circle is a non-profit grassroots community organization focused on the revitalization of Southern Michif and other Indigenous languages spoken by the Métis and our kin. Find them on Facebook.
@p2wilrc - Wii Chiiwaakanak Learning CentreAnishinaabemowin classes are typically offered twice a year. All ages and drop ins are welcome. Find them on Facebook.
@WiiChiiwaakanak - Winnipeg School Division Bilingual ProgrammingThe Winnipeg School Division offers bilingual programming in Cree and Ojibwe.
- Seven Oaks School Division Ojibwe Bilingual ProgramA K-4 Ojibwe Bilingual Program is offered at Riverbend School.
- University of Winnipeg: Indigenous Studies DepartmentIntroductory Cree and Ojibwe classes, as well as oral immersion classes, are offered.
- Red River College: Cree and AnishinaabemowinOne year certificates with a fall entry date offered at the Notre Dame Campus, including two three-week practicums and land-based learning experiences.
Resources Available to Purchase
- Manitoba Indigenous First Nations Education Centre
MFNERC promotes and encourages First Nations involvement in all aspects of educational change. They also publish and sell educational material, including books to support language learning and preservation. - Indigenous Languages of Manitoba
ILM publishes and sells resources to support language learning and preservation. - Gabriel Dumont Institute
Gabriel Dumont Institute is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province. Many of their cultural and language learning resources are available for purchase. - Louis Riel Institute
As the Education Authority of the Manitoba Métis Federation, the Louis Riel Institute supports the heritage and history of Métis in Manitoba through cultural program and activities. Language learning resources developed for their community programs are available for purchase.