- Nature Speaks: Michif Youth Art Contest. Closes May 9, 2025. Métis Nation British Columbia is looking for creative artwork that represents species or natural elements in British Columbia that are important to Métis youth. Along with your artwork, submit a short bio and an artist statement explaining your connection to the species and the meaning behind your artwork. Artwork of all skill levels are welcome. Enter for a chance to win one of five $500 prizes! Selected entries will also be featured in a contest art booklet and on our social media channels.
- Your Voice Matters: Participate in Global Survey on Indigenous Languages. Closes July 11, 2025. Policymakers, members of Indigenous communities and members of civil society are invited to take part in a Global Survey on Indigenous Languages designed by the Ad-hoc working groups of the Global Task Force for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (IDIL2022-2032).
- Indigenous Languages Documentation Micro-Credit. University of Victoria. This course provides training for those looking to engage in language documentation and reclamation initiatives. Learners will gain skills in documentation and recording, learn proper protocols for working with knowledge keepers and archival documents, create new materials for Indigenous language revitalization, and gain a better understanding of intellectual ownership of Indigenous intangible cultural property. Participants in this credit program will gain essential skills for employment.
- Introductory Nêhiyawêwin (Plains Cree) Language Course. Join us for a Cree language course that weaves together language learning and cultural teachings through storytelling. This course offers participants the opportunity to learn Cree words and phrases while gaining deeper insights into the cultural values, traditions, and knowledge embedded in Nêhiyawêwin. Wednesdays at 7pm Eastern / 4pm Pacific time. March 12, 19, 26 / April 2, 9, 16, 30 / May 7. Nêhiyaw (Cree) Participants: FREE. Other Indigenous participants: 50% discounted option. Non-Indigenous Participants: Early Bird until Feb 21 – $160 ($20/session) / After Feb 21 – $200 ($25/session).
- Call for Submissions. Inhale/Exhale: Contemporary Indigenous Storytelling, special issue with guest editor Richard Van Camp.Closes June 1, 2025. Inhale/Exhale will celebrate the work of Indigenous storytellers living in or hailing from the nation state known as “Canada.” The Malahat Review invites emerging and early- to mid-career Indigenous writers—that is, anyone with no more than one published book in any literary genre—to submit as yet unpublished work (fiction, creative nonfiction, poems) for possible inclusion in a special issue dedicated to contemporary Indigenous storytelling in Canada. The magazine also invites emerging and early- to mid-career Indigenous artists to submit visual work for the front cover and some inside pages. As well, the issue will feature reviews of new and recent books by Indigenous authors (see below for more details).
- Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) Introductory Online Language Course (8 x 90 min classes). This course is open to everyone – both Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants who wish to learn to uplift language revitalization. Thursday evenings, 5:30pm-7:00pm Eastern Time: April 3, 10, 17, 24 / May 1, 8, 15, 22. FREE for Indigenous Participants. 75% Discounted Rate for Indigenous Participants: Option to contribute a smaller amount (75% off regular) to support this course. Non-Indigenous Participants: Early Bird until Feb 21 – $160 ($20/session) / After Feb 21 – $180 ($22.50/session).
- Ktunaxa Introductory Online Language Course. Join Alfred Joseph and Mara Nelson for 8 weeks of Foundational Ktunaxa Language Learning. Learn the sounds, words and some history of the Ktunaxa Language. This course is open to everyone – both Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants who wish to learn to uplift language revitalization. Mondays at 7pm Mountain Time / 6pm Pacific Time on April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5, 12, 19, 26. FREE for Ktunaxa Participants. Other Indigenous participants: 50% off regular price. Non-Indigenous Participants: Early Bird until March 15: $160 ($20/session) / Regular after March 15: $200 ($25/session)
- Introductory Southern Michif Language Online Course. Participants will have the opportunity to delve into the rich Métis heritage and acquire fundamental Michif language skills. Led by a traditional Michif speaker Marie Schoenthal, this workshop promises an immersive experience that celebrates and preserves Métis culture. Mondays in April, May & June: April 28 / May 5, 12, 26 / June 2, 9. Start Time: 6pm Pacific Time / 7pm Mountain Time/ 8pm Central Time / 9pm Eastern Time. FREE for Indigenous Participants. Indigenous Participant 50% discount option (if you are able and would like to contribute). Non-Indigenous Participants: Early Bird until March 15: $120 ($20/session) / Regular after March 15: $150 ($25/session).
