- Registration for YNLCʼs Intermediate Mentor-Apprentice Program is open!
Click here to learn about the Mentor Apprentice Program Completed Mentor-Apprentice Program applications, including supporting documents, can be submitted to Whitney Johnson-Ward by email at wjohnson-ward@ynlc.ca or in-person at YNLC. Please note the Yukon Native Language Centre will be closed for the holidays starting December 25, 2023 returning on January 8, 2024. Applications are being […]
- YNLC Winter 2024 Class Registration!
Registration for the Winter 2024 YNLC is now closed. Look for Summer registration in March 2024!
- Registration Open for Southern Tutchone: Level 1
A WAITLIST has been started for the Southern Tutchone: Level 1 language class starting November 14th, 2023. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please fill out a registration form. Registration closes on Friday, November 10th, so register now!
- Our Land, Our Languages Gathering – Postponed to 2024
YNLCʼs “Our Land, Our Languages Gathering” is postponed to 2024 and will not be taking place at the TKC Fish Camp from October 3 – 5, 2023. We are excited to see you all at the rescheduled gathering in 2024! If you have any questions, please contact info@ynlc.ca or call (867) 668-8820. Màhsi’ choo | Mä̀hsi’ cho | Sógá sénlá’ | […]
- Registration Open – Indigenous Language Proficiency Program
Registration is now open for the Certificate in Indigenous Language Proficiency in partnership between the Yukon Native Language Centre, Yukon First Nations and Simon Fraser University. Registration closes July 21, 2023. Follow the link for the registration form and more information: Register here. Testimonies from previous students: “For the last two years, I have been […]
- Call for Language Teachers
YNLC is looking for language speakers to teach. Please click here to view the poster.
- Celebrate with us! Fluent Speaker & Graduation Ceremonies
Join YNLC on June 9th for the 2023 Fluent Speaker Recognition and Graduation Ceremonies! Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Longhouse 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ~ Fluent Speaker Recognition Ceremony2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ~ SFU Certificate and Diploma Graduation
- Paul Creek Curriculum Training April 3 – 6, 2023
The Yukon Native Language Centre, in partnership with the Salish School of Spokane, is excited to offer Paul Creek Curriculum Training! Dates: April 3 – 6, 2023Times: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (April 3 – 5) and 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (April 6)Location: Will be sent in the registration confirmation email REGISTRATION FORM AT […]
- Dän Kʼe Gathering March 8-9, 2023
Join us in the YNLC library on March 8 & 9 from 9:00-4:00 for a Southern Tutchone language gathering. Speakers, teachers, and learners invited. Be immersed in Dän Kʼe. Registration is required as space is limited – please register by phoning 867-668-8820 or emailing info@ynlc.ca.
- Dän Kʼi Gathering March 2-3, 2023
Join us in the YNLC library on March 2-3 from 9:00-4:00 for a Northern Tutchone language gathering. Speakers, teachers, and learners are invited. Be immersed in Dän kʼi. Snacks and lunch provided. Registration required as space is limited – please register by phoning 867-668-8820 or emailing info@ynlc.ca.
- Registration for Fall 2022 courses open August 1 – 21, 2022, for Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs
Fall 2022 course registration opens August 1, 2022, and closes August 21, 2022, at 4:00 PM. Fall 2022 courses run from September 12, 2022, until December 2, 2022. Course schedules will be posted on this page as they are finalized. Students are encouraged to register for courses even if the course schedule is not posted. […]
- Registration is open for Curriculum & Materials Development II – INLG 435
The Yukon Native Language Center (YNLC) partners with the Simon Fraser University (SFU) and respective Yukon First Nations to offer a language learning program for students who wish to acquire conversational and literacy skills in a particular First Nations language, to teach this language in schools, or to enhance their language for cultural reasons.
- Alphabet Charts
Select an Alphabet chart by language: Gwich’in Hän Kaska Northern Tutchone Southern Tutchone Tagish Tlingit Upper Tanana
- Mentor Apprentice Program Underway
Last week, YNLC held our Mentor Apprentice Program (MAP) orientation. Pictured below are our Northern Tutchone participants. Elder Alyce Joe, Nika Silverfox-Young, Elder Lizzie Hall, Elder Eileen Fields and Deb Enoch. MAP allows students/mentors to connect with a fluent speaker in a structured weekly schedule over a number of weeks to share the language.
- Registration is now open for Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs – Summer 2022
INLG 433 & 434: Mentor-Apprentice Program I & II – This course supports focused language learning alongside a mentor/speaker in a specific Yukon First Nations Language. Applying best practices of life-long language learning, this student-driven course follows the interests of the learner over 40-hours of immersive and direct language learning with a mentor/speaker. INLG 435: Curriculum […]
- Season’s Greetings from YNLC!
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Season’s Greetings” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
- Every Child Matters Poster
September 24, 2021 – The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Every Child Matters” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
- Thank you
Gwich’in Màhsi’ choo Hän Mä̀hsi’ cho Kaska Sógá sénlá’ Northern Tutchone Másin cho (or) Niyę sáw nîidhín Southern Tutchone Shä̀w níthän (or) Kwä̀nä̀schis Tagish Gùnèłchīsh Tlingit Gunałchîsh Upper Tanana Tsin’įį choh
- We are happy to see (all of) you
Gwich’in Nakhwanyàa’in geenjit shòh ìidìlii. Hän Nëkhwëtr’ënoh’ąy häjit shò tr’ìnląy. Northern Tutchone Dàyę yésóots’enindhän, dàkhwäts’enè’in yū. Southern Tutchone Dákwänī’į yū shä̀w ghànīddhän. Upper Tanana Nohts’eneh’įį tsin’įį choh ts’eninṯẖän. Tlingit Yak’ê ixhwsatìní. Kaska Dahgáts’enehtān yéh gutie. Tagish Dahts’eneh’įh sùkùsen.
- Greetings – Kaska
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Enzíʼ dúgúyā? What is your name? Eszíʼ __________ gúyē. My name is ______________. How are you? Dénhtʼā? We are happy to see (all of) you. Dahgáts’enehtān yéh gutie. Thank you Sógá sénlá’ We are our language Kudzāge lḗtsʼetʼe We will see you Nagā́dzenūtą̄́ sį̄́
- Greetings – Tagish
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Dànizhē? What is your name? _____________ ùnihzhē. My name is ______________. How are you? Dànìtʼē? We are happy to see (all of) you. Dahts’eneh’įh sùkùsen. Thank you Gùnèłchīsh We are our language Dākwanjēʼ ìtʼē See you (all) again/tomorrow Kètʼākʼeh yà-zhono shtʼį shįh
- Greetings – Upper Tanana
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Ntsąąʼ nǫǫs̱ì? What is your name? _____________ shǫǫs̱ìʼ. My name is ______________. How are you? Ntsʼä̀tdįįtʼeh? We are happy to see (all of) you. Nohts’eneh’įį tsin’įį choh ts’eninṯẖän. Thank you Tsin’įį choh We are our language Neeʼaaneeg tsʼiiłįį See you tomorrow Kʼàhdąądèʼ nantinagnʼìin
- Greetings – Southern Tutchone
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Aishihik Klukshu N-yinzhì dùye? What is your name? Äyinzhì _________ ùye. My name is ______________. Lake Leberge Dànįye? What is your name? __________ ùúye. My name is ______________. Ta’an Dànįye? What is your name? Äyinji__________ ùúye. My name is ______________. Kluane Nyįzhì dùye? What is your name? Áyįzhì __________ […]
- Greetings – Northern Tutchone
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Mayo Inzí dúʼúuzhi? What is your name? Ihzí __________ úuzhi. My name is ______________. Pelly Crossing Dų́ųzhi? What is your name? __________ úuzhi. My name is ______________. Big Salmon Dôomyi huchʼō? What is your name? Èyumzí _____________ úyi My name is ______________. How are you? Dä́ninchʼi? We are happy […]
- Greetings – Hän
Introductions Ǹtsʼ ą̈̀ nǫzrè? What is your name? Shǫzrèʼ _____________. My name is ______________. How are you? Nänjit dä̀hònchʼe? We are happy to see (all of) you. Nëkhwëtr’ënoh’ąy häjit shò tr’ìnląy. Thank you Mä̀hsi’ cho We are our language Dihenjik trʼinląy See you again Näntëney-ʼin
- Greetings – Tlingit
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Teslin Mâ sá iduwasâkw? What is your name? __________ yû xhat duwasâkw My name is ______________. Carcross Wâ sé iduwasâkw? What is your name? __________ wâ sé iduwasâkw? My name is ______________. How are you? Mâ sá iyatì? We are happy to see (all of) you. Yak’ê ixhwsatìní. Thank […]
- Greetings – Gwich’in
List of commonly requested greetings. Introductions Old Crow Noozrìʼ dàvàazhìi ? What is your name? Shoozrìʼ _________ vàazhìi My name is ______________. Arctic Red River Nuuzrìʼ dàazhii? What is your name? Shhoozrìʼ ________ vàazhii. My name is ______________. How are you? Neenjit dàgòonchʼuu? We are happy to see (all of) you. Nakhwanyàa’in geenjit shòh ìidìlii. Thank you […]
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- Registration is now open for Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs – Summer 2022
April 4, 2022 – INLG 433 & 434: Mentor-Apprentice Program I & II – This course supports focused language learning alongside a mentor/speaker in a specific Yukon First Nations Language. Applying best practices of life-long language learning, this student-driven course follows the interests of the learner over 40-hours of immersive and direct language learning with a mentor/speaker. […]
- Season’s Greetings from YNLC!
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Season’s Greetings” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
- Every Child Matters Poster
September 24, 2021 – The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Every Child Matters” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
- Celebrate with us vitrually!
Graduation and Fluent Speaker Recognition Ceremony – Friday, May 28th, 2021 Please join us virtually for the inaugural ceremony to honour the 2021 Yukon Native Language Center graduates and fluent speakers at 2:00 pm. Click here to view the 2021 Graduation Ceremony Program (PDF)
- Graduate Certificate in the Linguistics of a First Nations Language
Application Deadline: May 14, 2021The Graduate Certificate in the Linguistics of a First Nations Language (GCFNL) offers training to students for careers as language researchers, post-secondary educators, and material developers. Students gain expertise in communicative skills, language documentation and analysis of a particular First Nations language. Click here for more information.
- Registration is now open for April Courses
April 1, 2021 – YNLC is pleased to offer two language courses this month:April 26-30 – SFU INLG 335: Language RevitalizationApril 19-23 – SFU INLG 335: Language Learning and Technology. Register early!Click here for more information.
- NRC Video Project Announcement
March 31, 2021 – The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to present this project, completed by the Yukon Native Language Centre. It was created to support community-based language workers throughout the Yukon Territory in applying current best practices in language documentation to create, annotate, […]
- Northern Tutchone Language Workshop
March 11, 2021 – Hosted in partnership by First Nation of Nacho Nyak Dun, Yukon University – Mayo Campus, Council of Yukon First Nations, Yukon Native Language Centre on March 16-18, 2021 at the NNDFN Government House Multi-Purpose Room and Zoom at YNLC in Whitehorse. View the poster for more information.
- Registration is now open for Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs – Winter 2021
January 8, 2021 – The Yukon Native Language Center (YNLC) partners with the Simon Fraser University (SFU) and respective Yukon First Nations to offer a language learning program for students who wish to acquire conversational and literacy skills in a particular First Nations language, to teach this language in schools, or to enhance their language […]
- Season’s Greetings from YNLC – 2020
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Season’s Greetings” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can. View/download the Poster: PDF format or Image (.jpg)format
- Rock Your Mocs at YNLC
November 15, 2020 – YNLC staff participate in ‘Rock Your Mocs’.
- World Virtual Indigenous Circle on Open Science and the Decolonization of Knowledge
November 7, 2020 – The Canadian Commission for UNESCO and the UNESCO Chair in Community-Based Research and Social Responsibility in Higher Education are collaborating in supporting an international webinar series in support of the UNESCO consultations on the creation of a Recommendation on Open Science, an international normative document to be adopted by the UNESCO […]
- Language Nests as an Emergent Global Phenomenon: Diverse Approaches to Program Development and Delivery
September 24, 2020 – Language nests as an emergent global phenomenon: Diverse approaches to program development and delivery. The International Journal of Holistic Early Learning and Development, 1, 25-38. Chambers, N. A. (2015).
- Liard First Nation’s Language Department wins the Council of Federation Literacy Award
September 14, 2020 – YNLC would like to congratulate Liard First Nation’s Language Department on receiving the Annual Literacy Award. Read news story here.
- Registration is now closed for Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs – 2020-2021
September 4, 2020 – The Yukon Native Language Center (YNLC) partners with the Simon Fraser University (SFU) and respective Yukon First Nations to offer a language learning program for students who wish to acquire conversational and literacy skills in a particular First Nations language, to teach this language in schools, or to enhance their language […]
- Language Instructors/Tutors and Fluent Speakers Opportunity
September 4, 2020 – The Yukon Native Language Centre (YNLC) is seeking individuals to teach and tutor students for the following courses and is also seeking fluent speakers to support the instructors/tutors. Instructor/Fluent Speakers Teams are encouraged to apply! Applications will be accepted until August 18, 2020. Please submit a cover letter indicating the language you […]
- Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs – 2020-2021
August 11, 2020 – The Yukon Native Language Centre (YNLC) – Council of Yukon First Nations (CYFN) and Simon Fraser University (SFU) are excited to offer another academic year of Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs. If you wish to acquire conversational and literacy skills and/or advanced oral proficiency in your language, then these are […]
- Teaching Haudenosaunee Languages
June 25, 2020 – Green, Jeremy D. Tehotakerá:tonh. 2018. Teaching Haudenosaunee Languages: A Manual of Methods, Approaches, Techniques, Strategies & Activities Useful and Effective for Teaching Haudenosaunee Languages at Six Nations of the Grand River Territory
- A (brief) Introduction to Technology for Language Documentation
June 19, 2020 – Tsi Tyonnheht Onkwawén:na invites you to a three-part workshop with Andrea Berez-Kroeker (University of Hawaii at Manōa) introducing technologies for Indigenous language documentation. If you make audio recordings, transcribe audio, work with audio or video recordings as a language learner or teacher, or create resources with audio or video, this workshop is […]
- Kashook’ Áa Ḵaa Ee Dultóowu Yé – Tlingit Language Massive Open Online Course
June 25, 2020 – Outer Coast is excited to be offering its first Tlingit Language open online course. Kashook’ Áa Ḵaa Ee Dultóowu Yé will offer an opportunity for all levels of language learners to practice Tlingit in a welcoming online environment. MCed by X̱’unei Lance Twitchell, this course will invite elders and other teachers from across […]
- Roots and Stems Indigenous language Podcasts from Sealaska Heritage
June 19, 2020 – Roots and Stems explores ways to support and join language revitalization efforts. Hosted by Sealaska Heritage, an Alaska Native nonprofit organization, the podcast features interviews with those in the field sharing their experiences in language learning and community. Click here to listen to podcasts.
- The Syntax in Tlingit Verbs by James A. Crippen
April 28, 2020 – The Syntax in Tlingit Verbs – A thesis by James A. Crippen
- Use of Videoconferencing in Kaska Language by Victoria F. Sear
April 26, 2020 – Connection, Collaboration and Community: Reflections on the use of Videoconferencing in Kaska Language Documentation, Revitalization and Education – A Thesis by Victoria Frances Sear.
- kwäjanä̀da kwänì video
April 3, 2020 – “They say there is a sickness going around” video by Luke Campbell – Southern Tutchone – Champagne and Aishihik First Nation.
- Encouragement Phrases Posters
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide posters and pictures of “Encouragement Phrases” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. We hope that these downloadable posters and pictures will provide you, your family and friends with the opportunity to exchange encouraging phrases in […]
- Registration is now open for Yukon First Nations Language Proficiency Programs – Summer 2022
April 4, 2022 – INLG 433 & 434: Mentor-Apprentice Program I & II – This course supports focused language learning alongside a mentor/speaker in a specific Yukon First Nations Language. Applying best practices of life-long language learning, this student-driven course follows the interests of the learner over 40-hours of immersive and direct language learning with a mentor/speaker.INLG […]
Click here to learn about the Mentor Apprentice Program Completed Mentor-Apprentice Program applications, including supporting documents, can be submitted to Whitney Johnson-Ward by email at wjohnson-ward@ynlc.ca or in-person at YNLC. Please note the Yukon Native Language Centre will be closed for the holidays starting December 25, 2023 returning on January 8, 2024. Applications are being […]
Registration for the Winter 2024 YNLC is now closed. Look for Summer registration in March 2024!
A WAITLIST has been started for the Southern Tutchone: Level 1 language class starting November 14th, 2023. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please fill out a registration form. Registration closes on Friday, November 10th, so register now!
YNLCʼs “Our Land, Our Languages Gathering” is postponed to 2024 and will not be taking place at the TKC Fish Camp from October 3 – 5, 2023. We are excited to see you all at the rescheduled gathering in 2024! If you have any questions, please contact info@ynlc.ca or call (867) 668-8820. Màhsi’ choo | Mä̀hsi’ cho | Sógá sénlá’ | […]
Registration is now open for the Certificate in Indigenous Language Proficiency in partnership between the Yukon Native Language Centre, Yukon First Nations and Simon Fraser University. Registration closes July 21, 2023. Follow the link for the registration form and more information: Register here. Testimonies from previous students: “For the last two years, I have been […]
YNLC is looking for language speakers to teach. Please click here to view the poster.
Join YNLC on June 9th for the 2023 Fluent Speaker Recognition and Graduation Ceremonies! Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Longhouse 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ~ Fluent Speaker Recognition Ceremony2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ~ SFU Certificate and Diploma Graduation
The Yukon Native Language Centre, in partnership with the Salish School of Spokane, is excited to offer Paul Creek Curriculum Training! Dates: April 3 – 6, 2023Times: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (April 3 – 5) and 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (April 6)Location: Will be sent in the registration confirmation email REGISTRATION FORM AT […]
Join us in the YNLC library on March 8 & 9 from 9:00-4:00 for a Southern Tutchone language gathering. Speakers, teachers, and learners invited. Be immersed in Dän Kʼe. Registration is required as space is limited – please register by phoning 867-668-8820 or emailing info@ynlc.ca.
Join us in the YNLC library on March 2-3 from 9:00-4:00 for a Northern Tutchone language gathering. Speakers, teachers, and learners are invited. Be immersed in Dän kʼi. Snacks and lunch provided. Registration required as space is limited – please register by phoning 867-668-8820 or emailing info@ynlc.ca.
Fall 2022 course registration opens August 1, 2022, and closes August 21, 2022, at 4:00 PM. Fall 2022 courses run from September 12, 2022, until December 2, 2022. Course schedules will be posted on this page as they are finalized. Students are encouraged to register for courses even if the course schedule is not posted. […]
The Yukon Native Language Center (YNLC) partners with the Simon Fraser University (SFU) and respective Yukon First Nations to offer a language learning program for students who wish to acquire conversational and literacy skills in a particular First Nations language, to teach this language in schools, or to enhance their language for cultural reasons.
Select an Alphabet chart by language: Gwich’in Hän Kaska Northern Tutchone Southern Tutchone Tagish Tlingit Upper Tanana
Last week, YNLC held our Mentor Apprentice Program (MAP) orientation. Pictured below are our Northern Tutchone participants. Elder Alyce Joe, Nika Silverfox-Young, Elder Lizzie Hall, Elder Eileen Fields and Deb Enoch. MAP allows students/mentors to connect with a fluent speaker in a structured weekly schedule over a number of weeks to share the language.
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Season’s Greetings” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
September 24, 2021 – The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Every Child Matters” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Season’s Greetings” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can.
Graduation and Fluent Speaker Recognition Ceremony – Friday, May 28th, 2021 Please join us virtually for the inaugural ceremony to honour the 2021 Yukon Native Language Center graduates and fluent speakers at 2:00 pm. Click here to view the 2021 Graduation Ceremony Program (PDF)
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide a poster of “Season’s Greetings” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. Please do share with as many folks as you can. View/download the Poster: PDF format or Image (.jpg)format
November 15, 2020 – YNLC staff participate in ‘Rock Your Mocs’.
June 25, 2020 – Outer Coast is excited to be offering its first Tlingit Language open online course. Kashook’ Áa Ḵaa Ee Dultóowu Yé will offer an opportunity for all levels of language learners to practice Tlingit in a welcoming online environment. MCed by X̱’unei Lance Twitchell, this course will invite elders and other teachers from across […]
April 3, 2020 – “They say there is a sickness going around” video by Luke Campbell – Southern Tutchone – Champagne and Aishihik First Nation.
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide posters and pictures of “Encouragement Phrases” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages. We hope that these downloadable posters and pictures will provide you, your family and friends with the opportunity to exchange encouraging phrases in […]