Campus virtual tours translated into Anishinaabemowin – Anishinabek News

June 13, 2024

KITCHENER – Virtual tours of Conestoga College campuses are now available in the Indigenous language of Anishinaabemowin, considered an endangered language because it is no longer the primary language spoken by Anishinabek children.

With only 0.7 per cent of the total population being fluent in Anishinaabemowin, this resource serves as a vital connection between past, present, and future generations of language speakers.

Conestoga’s Indigenous marketing coordinator Ian Maracle is thrilled to see the translation finally launched after a year of work on the project.

“It’s just really cool to see that language all there in all its glory,” Maracle said. “It is really empowering for Indigenous peoples of the area.”

The representation of Indigenous culture on the college’s website is a testament to the college’s commitment to creating a safe and welcoming space for Indigenous students, Maracle said.

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