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Bringing Dakelh Language to Life
Dakelh community members have made it clear that they value their language and culture and they are committed to revitalization and preservation. Extending the life of Dakelh language and culture is everybody’s responsibility and there are many ways you can be active towards this goal.
Learn it!
Speak it!
Teach it!
Find opportunities to learn, speak and teach the Dakelh language especially in the home. However, if you would like to pursue language classes there are learning environments available to you. Courses are offered at the University of Northern British Columbia, the College of New Caledonia and language books are available at these school’s stores. You can also learn it on-line at www.firstvoices.com ! Advocate for more language learning opportunities in your children’s schools; expose your family, friends and co-workers to the language by speaking it in your home, work and school; also, talk to the elders about your language and culture and they will teach you.
Most importantly, BE PROUD of your cultural heritage!
For information about Dalkel Language classes in Prince George and the regions contact: College of New Caledonia – Marlene Erickson 562-2131 (5460); University of Northern British Columbia – Student Academic Advisor (250)960-5272 http://www.unbc.ca/calendar/diplomas/first_nations.html#ahs
Contact Annette Schroeter, Dakelh Language Researcher or Ben Berland, Education Technical Advisor at CSTC for more information about language revitalization programs in your community, 562-6279 (ext.234).
March 2009
Dakelh Language Nests in the Communities
Upcoming Workshops
Dakelh Language Revitalization Group on Facebook
We are now on facebook!! Join this group to get current information about language meetings and events.
Nawhulh’ah (While the Moment is Right): Yinka Dene Language Revived Conference, Fall 2010
The Yinka Dene Language Institute, the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council and the Prince George Dakelh Elders Society are currently working on organizing a Dakelh language conference. Aboriginal cultures all over the world are facing the complete loss of language and their way of life. Each of us are responsible to protect our rights to the knowledge, skills and qualities which make us unique. For more information contact Annette Schroeter (250)562-6279, ext.234 or aschroeter@cstc.bc.caDakelh Language Books Available at Carrier Sekani Tribal Council
We now have a variety of language books, in a few different dialects, available for sale at our office. There are storybooks, the Central Carrier Billingual Dictionary, and grammar workbooks. Elders can get one free copy of each book and we offer half-price for students. Come into the office and ask for Annette or call extension 234.
Dakelh Language at Carrier Sekani Tribal Council
The staff at CSTC are committed to Dakelh language and culture revival and we are currently working on learning vocabulary. We’re consulting the First Voices website and elders as we learn a new word each day. So far, the following words have been posted in our office:
The Dakelh word of the day is...tilah - I don’t know
June 10, 2009
Dakelh Language Revitalization Agreement Project
The Carrier Sekani Tribal Council continues to build on the previous work and commitment toward revitalizing the Dakelh language. A strategic action plan will be developed for the provision of teacher training to potential language teachers. These Dakelh language teachers will provide instruction in local schools, both public and band-operated. Early 2009 we will be visiting Dakelh communities and organizations as we work toward a final agreement between our partners and determining prospective student’s needs.
If you have ideas for creating vital and dynamic communities we would like to hear from you! Please contact Annette Schroeter (Dakelh Language Researcher) at 250-562-6279 ext. 234 or Ben Berland (Education Technical Advisor) 250-562-6279 ext. 231.
Yinka Dene Language Institute (YDLI)
We are currently hiring a Language Facilitator for YDLI in partnership with CSTC. The facilitator will be responsible for bringing in more funding for the Institute. We also need to need to keep track of the important information stored at the YDLI site in Sai’kuz.
First Peoples’ Heritage, Language, and Culture Council (FPHLCC) has also funded a small project with CSTC and YDLI. This project will conclude by March 2009.
Check out the website: www.ydli.org
Language Books at CSTC
We now have the following Dakelh language books available for sale at the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council:
Call Annette for more information (250)562-6279 (ext.234).
Upcoming Events
Dene Migration Symposium, September 25, 26 and 27th, 2009, hosted on Tsuut’ina Nation Lands. The symposium is comprised of adademic and traditional knowledge of the migration of Dene People. Contact (403)238-9455, fax (403)238-3451, email gunaha@telus.net.
