The Métis Nation – Saskatchewan (MN-S) announced “The Future of Michif Program“, a multi-faceted educational initiative designed to get more Métis speaking their traditional language. The MN-S is partnering with Canadian Geographic on “The Future of Michif Program“, a multiplatform engagement program that will celebrate Michif and Métis culture, while building national capacity to educate and inspire the next generation of Métis youth to learn their heritage language.

Through this program, Canadian Geographic will leverage its expertise and reach to elevate the MN-S’ important work within the national consciousness. Elements of the project will include:

• a Michif Language Speakers Bureau to promote and teach Michif;
• an online Michif language conversation forum on the MN-S website;
• a free, summer camp-style program for Métis youth focusing on Michif language learning during the 2020 Batoche Days celebration,
• as well a Michif language training program for educators.
• The Canadian Geographic magazine will also feature a story on the Michif language with an associated poster map to reach millions of Canadians.