Chippewas of Nawash Language Nest

Published purpose

The mandate of the Language Nest is to support the language revitalization goals of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. The program has developed language resources that preserve our local dialect and provides members with accessible tools to support their language learning goals. We offer learning opportunities, training and culturally appropriate workshops in Anishnaabemowin. The Language Nest has taken action to record language speakers, many of whom have since passed on. Digitization of the existing recordings began several years ago. The next phase will involve describing, organizing, transcribing, translating and storing these materials so that they can be accessed by community members and other programs.