The Cree Language
Description
The Cree language is a part of the Algonquin language family. Cree is a polysynthetic language; meaning a single word can function as a whole sentence and that single word or expression can be change by multiple affixes. Cree is native to North America.
Formerly, the Cree language was only a spoken language. However, today it can be written in two major scripts known as Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics (CAS) and the Latin Script (LS). The Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics or CAS is an Abugida; meaning it is a system based on consonant-vowel pairs created by James Evans. It can be written by most Canadian Aboriginal languages. The Latin Script or LS is a script used by many languages around the world, such as; English, French, German, Cree, and much more. The LS was originally used by ancient Romans which has evolved and is now used by many languages of the world. Under LS, Cree uses a writing system called Standard Roman Orthography or SRO.
Video
Here is an example of an elder speaking Cree
Teachers or Instructors:
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Our language Keepers
This section are those who speak their native language or retain the language. These individuals are not necessarily instructors but people who are the language keepers:
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Other Resources (IOS MOBILE APPS)
iOS Applications:
Opaskwayak Cree Dictionary by Binasii Inc.
MCCN Cree Dictionary by Binasii Inc.
Cree FHQTC by File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council Education
Manitoba Cree by Ogoki Learning Systems Inc.
East Cree Community Language by Ohoki Learnjng Systems Inc.
Website Resources
Miyo Wahkohtowin Community Education Authority (MWCEA) and Dr. Earle Waugh Dir. Center for Culture & Health Family Medicine, University of Alberta (U of A) are partnering to develop a web based interactive First Nations language portal with dictionary and curriculum based resources to further the development for Cree language in Canada.
Tansi! Nehiyawetan invites children to learn Cree with Kai, Kayla and Auntie Josephine through kinetic games, absorbing stories, compelling songs, and dynamic debentures Adventure
Cree by Language Geek; you can learn general information related to Cree. You are able to download keyboard layouts; includes support for Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics.F
Cree by Omniglot; you can learn general information related to Cree.
Cree Calendar
