As we commemorate National Indigenous Languages Day on March 31st, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages proudly stands alongside Indigenous peoples in their efforts to reclaim, revitalize, strengthen, and maintain their languages. Indigenous [...]
Commissioner Ignace addresses the 24th edition of the Teacher’s Institute on Parliamentary Democracy
On October 30, Commissioner Ronald E. Ignace addressed the 24th Edition of the Teacher’s Institute on Parliamentary Democracy who gathered in Ottawa to learn firsthand the inner workings of the branches of government. The [...]
Today, on Indigenous Veterans Day, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages acknowledges and pays tribute to all First Nations, Inuit, and Métis service members who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces. [...]
The Office of The Commissioner of Indigenous Languages held its first national event in Tk’emlúps (Kamloops), British Columbia on September 14 and 15, 2023, with 80 First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples represented by [...]
On September 30, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages will join millions of Canadians as we reflect on the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Office of the Commissioner [...]
Pictured above L-R: Elder Simon Brascoupe, Elder Elisapee Birmingham, Elder Verna DeMontigny, Elder Oliver Boulette. On June 21, 2023, National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages opened the doors [...]
On this day, August 9, 2023, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages (the Commission) joins with Indigenous Peoples and Nations worldwide in commemorating International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. This year’s theme - Indigenous [...]
On June 21st, 2023, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages joins with the rest of Canada in acknowledging and celebrating National Indigenous People’s Day. As we honour the cultures and contributions of [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOJa342dV1k To celebrate the official launch of the United Nations Decade of Indigenous Languages, the Royal Canadian Geographical Society’s Honorary President, Chief Perry Bellegarde, hosts a virtual event celebrating language keepers and [...]
On March 31st, the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages joins Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples alike in celebrating this National Day of Indigenous Languages and in honouring the diverse and unique first languages of [...]
Language is at the heart of cultural identity; it shapes who we are and our perspectives. When we speak our languages, we share stories, pass on knowledge and create bonds for generations. Through the Indigenous [...]
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