Welcome ᑕᑕᐊᐧᐤWelcome to the Cree Language Project, your gateway to celebrating the rich heritage of Cree culture and language. Dive into a dynamic online hub where you can connect with others, participate in cultural activities, and immerse yourself in the diverse world of the Cree people. Join us in our mission to bring this vibrant community to life. |
Learn Some Cree Words NowHere's a starter set of Cree words that can be used in casual conversation. A vocabulary of embeddable words is a great way to get started with Cree. Click on the red arrow to start the You Tube player. Click on the "Play Another" button to listen to a different word. Each video is about 10 seconds long. |
Fun Facts About Cree
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The Cree Nation one of Canada's largest First Nations groups, originally from the eastern forests and later spreading to the western plains. They were not just skilled in navigating diverse landscapes; they were also ingenious in harvesting nature's bounty through expertly hunted and fished delicacies that were supplemented with hand-picked berries and wild plants. What's fascinating is the ingenious integration of birch bark into into cone-shaped homes, like tipis, durable canoes, and fascinating artwork. The Cree were masters at harmonizing within their environment!
Visit Our Language Centre
Discover the inner workings of the Cree language with our engaging vignettes. Explore sentence construction, verb tenses, and phonetics, unraveling the beauty and uniqueness of Cree. Master the foundations of Cree language in a captivating way. Our carefully crafted vignettes offer an immersive and engaging learning experience, allowing you to grasp the fundamental elements of Cree language with ease. Our engaging approach ensures that you'll not only grasp the foundational elements of the language but also appreciate the cultural significance embedded within every word and expression.
Stories From the PrairiesWe are pleased to release the first group of animated videos based on traditional indigenous stories. Our channel, Stories From The Prairies, is designed to create awareness of Cree traditions and culture. Visit our Learning Centre for challenge questions and interpretations of how these stories are relevant in today's communities. (Click on the red arrow to start the You Tube player. Click on "Watch Another" to watch another story.) |
CommunityThe many Cree communities of Turtle Island represent a diverse heritage that has endured for many centuries. Dialects and local customs differentiate these groups, but together these communities form the Cree Nation. Celebrate Indigenous communities' rich and diverse cultures. Here we highlight deep-rooted traditions, histories, and enduring contributions of indigenous peoples. Here, stories are shared, achievements are showcased, and awareness is raised about the pivotal role in our shared history. An opportunity to appreciate and learn from these remarkable communities' wisdom, resilience, and spirit. |
Other Resources
The Cree Language Project has collected various resources that support language development and general awareness of the Cree communities making up the Cree Nation. The directory is a work in progress as our team works to develop materials for the website and other language development activities within the community.
About This Project
The Cree Language Project is building a vibrant online resource that celebrates Cree culture and language. Join our growing community by participating in activities and events designed to showcase the language and culture of the Cree People. The Cree Language project targets anyone interested in learning more about the Cree language and culture. This includes individuals with Indigenous heritage seeking to connect with their roots as well as language enthusiasts, educators, students, and others interested in Indigenous cultures.
Our SponsorsThe Cree Language Project needs your participation as we work collaboratively to profile the importance of language and culture within Canada's Indigenous communities. Interested in working with the CLP team to promote the strengths of Canada's Indigenous communities? We are specifically looking for resources that can be shared to preserve the collective knowledge of Cree language and cultural heritage. You can help by submitting stories, links to other resources, requesting an interview, or helping cover the administrative costs of managing this important program. The organizations to the right have already committed to support program activities by providing access to existing resources and offsetting costs. |
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