Begin your foundational journey to speaking and understanding Anishnaabemowin
Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) Ontario College Certificate program
Develop Anishnaabemowin speaking, reading and listening skills. Connect to Anishnaabe ways of being, traditional values and history. Engage with peers in our Indigenous virtual reality worlds!
Learn on campus or online: With dual synchronous delivery, study in person with faculty and peers, or learn remotely from your community. The choice is yours. Both options include real-time interactions, field trips (in person or virtual) and more!
Program information
Program description
The Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa certificate begins your foundational journey to speaking and understanding Anishnaabemowin, connecting you to Anishnaabe ways of being, traditional values, and history. Using an immersive approach and exploring themes such as home and community, you develop speaking, reading, and listening skills in Anishnaabemowin. You also learn how to write the language by studying writing systems and practicing Anishnaabemowin grammar structures. To build fluency and confidence in Anishnaabemowin, you practice vocabulary, speaking, and listening skills with classmates, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers, and through the use of immersive virtual reality (VR) technology. The program further embeds experiential learning opportunities to practice Anishnaabemowin within the community and through land-based activities, emphasizing the vital connection between language and culture.
Intake information
| Start date | Campus |
|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Barrie |
Tuition and fees
- Visit our tuition and fees page for detailed information on the cost to attend Georgian.
- You can afford this! Explore OSAP as well as awards, scholarships and bursaries to help you pay your way to graduation.
What are the admission requirements for the Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) program?
Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) admission requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, mature student status with
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/
Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:
www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/
Additional information
Upon completion of the one year certificate program, students have the opportunity to continue their Anishnaabemowin learning journey by transitioning to Anishnaabemowin and Program Development – a diploma that focusses on language and skills development in order to create and implement sustainable Anishnaabemowin programs in Indigenous communities and organizations.
What career paths can I take in Anishnaabemowin and language?
Your Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) certificate gives you many career opportunities
Graduates of this program may find employment in Indigenous organizations, daycares, Indigenous Friendship Centres, and First Nation communities.
Why study Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) at Georgian?
Program highlights
- Receive an award-winning education in a culturally inclusive learning environment
- Gain a personal connection to Anishnaabe culture through language
- Enter into a field with expanding career opportunities
- Surround yourself with other like-minded language champions
- Develop innovative Anishnaabemowin resources that can be used in your future language career
- Access the many support services available in the Wiidookdaading Indigenous Resource Centre
- Study online or in person
- Pathways to degree opportunities available
- Enjoy experiential learning opportunities and engage with peers in our Indigenous virtual reality worlds!
What courses are included in the Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) certificate program?
Course overview
9 Program Courses
2 Anishnaabemowin Labs
2 Communications Courses
1 General Education Courses
Program-specific courses
Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language) program outline.
- ANPD 1000 – History of Anishnaabemowin
- ANPD 1001 – Writing Systems
- ANPD 1002 – Verbs and Nouns 1
- ANPD 1003 – Language in the Home
- INDG 1001 – Indigenous Heritage, Tradition and Culture
- ANPD 1010 – Anishnaabemdaa 1
- Select 1 course from the communications list during registration.
Your course delivery method(s)
In-person and hybrid option
In this program, some courses will provide an option to choose fully in person or fully online. You’ll choose one delivery method, that fits your circumstances, for the duration of the semester.
Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.
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Do you have questions about Maajii-Anishnaabemdaa (Start Speaking the Language)? Contact us!
Thinking about applying to Georgian?
Contact Michele O’Brien, Program Coordinator to explore your study options.
- 249.388.0736
- michele.obrien@georgiancollege.ca
Already applied to Georgian?
Connect with the Office of the Registrar for admissions-related questions.
- 705.722.1511
- registrar@georgiancollege.ca
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- 705.722.5158
- international@georgiancollege.ca
Questions about Indigenous Services at Georgian?
Contact Alicia Thompson, Community Liaison Officer, Indigenous Services to learn more.
- 249.388.2467
- alicia.thompson@georgiancollege.ca
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