February is Indigenous Languages Month. It’s a time to celebrate the NWT’s Indigenous languages and encourage people to learn about and use them.
In the NWT we are very fortunate – we live in a land rich in languages and cultures. We have 11 official languages – nine of those are Indigenous, the other two are French and English. For Indigenous languages to survive and thrive, it’s important to promote their use every day – at home, in the community and at work.
Take part in the Indigenous Languages Month activities in your community.
We have Indigenous language resources, including ones to help you celebrate Indigenous Languages Month.
In 2022 we are hosting an Indigenous Languages Month Bingo Contest.
February is Indigenous Languages Month in the NWT! All month long we will be celebrating our 9 official Indigenous Languages with contests, giveaways, fun activities and more. This year, the theme is ‘Let’s Go Fishing’.
Fish Chowder
An easy and delicious recipe in all the official languages of the NWT.
Click on the picture of the recipe card to download.
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nēhiyawēwin/Cree
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Dëne Sųłıné/Chipewyan
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English
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French
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Dinjii Zhu’ Ginjik/Gwich’in
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Inuinnaqtun
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Inuktitut
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Inuvialuktun
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Dene Kede/North Slavey
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Dene Zhatıé/South Slavey
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Tłıchǫ
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All month long, you can play Bingo to celebrate your Indigenous Language and win prizes.
It’s Indigenous Languages Month 2022! This year, our theme is ‘Let’s Go Fishing.’ All month long, you can play Bingo to celebrate your Indigenous Language and win. There are guaranteed prizes for adults & youth in every community as well as draws for bigger prizes. Stay tuned to learn more about prizes! #NWTILM
How to Play:
Your Indigenous language can be the one your family speaks or is the language spoken in the community that you live in. Take a photo or scan your Bingo card and send to: nwtilm@nwtliteracy.ca
All entries must be received by February 28.
Adults: 1 line = 1 entry, 2 lines = 2 entries, etc. blackout = 8 entries
Youth: 1 line = 1 entry, 2 lines = 2 entries, etc. blackout = 5 entries
