Anishinaabemowin Courses
Learn to speak Anishinaabemowin in a comfortable, experiential, culture-rich environment.
In this course, you will develop language skills in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe language) in the context of Anishinaabe cultural worldview and teachings at the introductory level.
The course focus on honouring the language and culture of the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe. Students will practice the alphabet, double vowel system, basic grammatical structures and develop appropriate writing skills while experiencing and engaging in unique, authentic practices like developing personalized greetings, learning traditional songs, and having conversations.
Thanks to the generous support of the Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Indigenous Reconciliation Secretariat, Indigenous Reconciliation Initiatives Fund, tuition for this course is at no cost.
Course Details
Introduction to Anishinaabemowin (LANG-1038)
Fall: September 14, 2026 – December 14, 2026
Location: Exchange District Campus in-person
Time: Mondays, 4pm – 7pm
What to Expect in This Course
Excel with small class sizes, practical learning and an experienced instructor focused on your success. With a cultural approach and fluent teacher, you won’t just be ready to translate – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
Practice writing the Anishinaabemowin alphabet to develop foundational literacy skills. Identify connections between symbols, letters, and sounds in the Anishinaabemowin alphabet. Learn nouns, verbs, pronouns, and double vowels to construct simple sentences and greetings.
Modify speed, tone and volume when communicating in various situations. Demonstrate simple social and cultural interaction patterns. Vocalize songs, incorporating Anishinaabemowin vocabulary and sentence patterns.
Reflect on the roles for each stage in the cycle of life in Anishinaabe culture. Describe the six Anishinaabe cultural seasons of the year, identify the geographical territory and place names of communities to honour linguistic and cultural protocols.
Who should enrol?
This course is a strong option for people, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, working in healthcare, customer service, administration, and leadership roles, among many others in communities in Manitoba, north-western Ontario, and eastern/north-eastern Saskatchewan to better connect with the people around them.
Learning Anishinaabemowin can help people looking to reconnect with their roots strengthen their current understanding of their culture and develop relationships with other Anishinaabeg.
Personality Traits
- Adaptable
- Challenge-driven
- Level-headed
- Observer
- Patient
Skills
- Dependability
- Lifelong learning
- Motivation
- Positive attitude
Interests
- Cultural knowledge
- Knowledge sharing
- Indigenous heritage
- Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
Begin Your Journey
To register for the course tuition-free, please call Continuing Education Customer Service at 204-694-1789, or toll free 1-866-242-7073 and indicate the following
- Introduction to Anishinaabemowin (LANG-1038)
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