QSA's Week in Indigenous Affairs (#1, 2025)
Michif language investment; Ontario child services agreement; National Ribbon Skirt Day statement; Youth Employment Program intake; Whitehorse office opening.
Start Date: 2025-01-04
End Date: 2025-01-10
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Government Invests in Michif Language Revitalization
The Government of Canada announced a $15.3 million investment over five years to support the revitalization of the Michif language among the Red River Métis. This funding, part of a new Indigenous language funding model, aims to provide greater control over funding decisions to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. The Manitoba Métis Federation will receive the funds to implement a language strategy tailored to their needs, bolstering efforts to reclaim and preserve their linguistic heritage. This initiative aligns with the Indigenous Languages Act, emphasizing community-led language revitalization.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']