The Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture Program provides students with an opportunity to learn and use language in meaningful and purposeful ways. The program explores language as a primary means by which cultural information is transmitted. Students participate in ceremonies that provide valuable insights and teachings about the interconnectedness of all things which gives balance to life - living in harmony with oneself, others, and the global community.
Students receive instruction as prescribed by Alberta Education. In addition, the delivery of subject-area content, language instruction, and cultural teaching occurs concurrently.
Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture Map
Transportation may be provided for this program. Please contact transportationservices@ecsd.net for more information.
CREE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE AT BCR
Students from Kindergarten to Grade 9 receive Cree Language and Culture instruction.
Some culture content areas include.
- Indigenous Dancing / Drumming / Singing
- Métis Jigging / Fiddling / Singing
- Elder Teachings
- Smudging
- Pipe Ceremonies
- Sweat Lodge Teachings
- Round Dance Dancing / Drumming / Singing
- Pow Wow Dancing / Drumming / Singing / Hosting
- Regalia
- Beading
- Teachings of the Land