Native Montreal has long been an advocate for Indigenous languages and has offered Indigenous language courses for nearly 8 years. Our goal is to support the diverse urban Indigenous peoples in Tio’tia:ke (Montreal).

We chose to call the conference “Seven Generations Speaking Together” as languages are deeply rooted in our families and culture; past, present and future. We aim to create spaces that support generational learning and transmission of language in families and communities.

Our intention is to understand the challenges facing Indigenous language revitalization efforts. This conference will provide spaces for peoples to come together and present best practices, goals, challenges and solutions. »

Possible topics (but not limited to):

Present entirely in an Indigenous language

Immersion programs: Creating Immersion Spaces / Family Language nests

MAP (Mentor-Apprentice Programs)

Curriculum development / Course and program planning

Language and Technology

Challenges and Solutions

Language on the land / Identity, Cultural Connection

Babies, children , Parents / Youth / Elders / Women / Elders / knowledge keepers

Traditional Parenting in Traditional Language

Generational transmission elders to babies

Sharing best practices

Deadline to apply: Monday July 31, 2023

Native Montreal

3183 Saint-Jacques, Montréal QC H4C 1G7

514-331-6587 ext 210

Conference Date: Wednesday August 16, 2023