5 good reasons to learn Tłı̨chǫ and Inuktitut at Collège Nordique

1. Join the commitment to the revitalization of Indigenous languages

In the Northwest Territories, where over 50% of the population is Indigenous, the preservation and revitalization of Indigenous languages such as Tłı̨chǫ and Inuktitut are essential.   

So, by taking a course in Tłı̨chǫ or Inuktitut, you become part of the revitalization of Indigenous languages. Each lesson is a step towards safeguarding a rich cultural heritage, reflecting the history, values, and traditions of Indigenous People. 

2. Learn through deep cultural immersion

Our courses go beyond mere language transmission; they are an immersion in Indigenous culture. Thanks to our faculty and authentic teaching resources, such as the Tłı̨chǫ learning workbook, students enjoy a real-life and profound learning experience. 

3. Enrich your learning with intergenerational and intercultural twinning 

The Tłı̨chǫ courses offered by CNF play a crucial role as a bridge to the mentor-apprentice program. In addition to providing the necessary language foundation, the courses offer participants the opportunity to learn more with an Indigenous mentor through the Intergenerational and Intercultural Twinning project. 

4.  Develop and strengthen your connections

Learning an Indigenous language is not only personally enriching; it's also an important career differentiator that can open unexpected doors. On a community level, it strengthens ties between members of different cultures and contributes to greater understanding, empathy and mutual respect. 

5. Courses tailored to your needs  

Committed to making learning accessible to everyone, we offer courses at different times of the day, in person and online, to suit all schedules and geographical situations.  

By choosing to learn Tłı̨chǫ and Wıìlıìdeh or Inuktitut at Collège Nordique, you are contributing to a vital effort to preserve and revitalize these languages. It's a step toward understanding the rich cultural diversity of the Northwest Territories and a commitment to the future of these communities. Join us in this rewarding mission and become an agent of change in our social fabric.