Sask. people keeping Indigenous language alive through music, technology and education
CBC News | November 01, 2021
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Sask. people keeping Indigenous language alive through music, technology and education
Language and culture were taken away from many Indigenous people in Canada through residential schools and assimilation.
Samson LaMontagne is intent on bringing that language and culture back. LaMontagne teaches kids Michif at Father Vachon School in Saskatoon. Michif is a Métis language spoken in parts of Canada and the U.S., and combines Cree, French and other languages.
LaMontagne isn't just keeping his teachings in the classroom, he's also trying to reach people at a place where many spend a lot of time: Instagram.
He said he was initially creating content for teachers and students, but parents also started to reach out. He decided to make use of the platform as it's particularly accessible.
