Indigenous Language or Culture Program
Engage with Indigenous language revitalisation
Why It Matters
Unique and deeply meaningful in the Canadian context. Shows cultural awareness and allyship. Strong for social work, education, law, and any program focused on Canadian society and reconciliation.
How to Start
Many Canadian school boards offer Indigenous language courses (Cree, Ojibwe, Mohawk). Connect with your local Indigenous Friendship Centre for cultural programs open to all students.
Commitment
- Medium commitment: a few hours most weeks during the school year.
- Best starting grade: G7
- G7 - the earlier you engage, the more authentic and sustained your involvement looks.
Programs It Supports
- Social Work
- Education
- Law
- Indigenous Studies
- Public Policy
Majors it supports
- Social Work (BSW) – high 70s to high 80s
- Education (BEd) – high 70s to high 80s
- Law (JD) – 3.7+ GPA and 160+ LSAT for top schools
- Indigenous Studies – mid to high 80s
Universities where it fits
Our profiles for these schools suggest Indigenous Language or Culture Program as a good fit for their applicants.
- University of Ottawa – Ottawa, ON
- University of Windsor – Windsor, ON
- University of Northern BC – Prince George, BC
- St. Francis Xavier University – Antigonish, NS
- University of Manitoba – Winnipeg, MB
- University of Winnipeg – Winnipeg, MB
- University of Regina – Regina, SK
Similar extracurriculars
- Cultural Club or Heritage Association – Celebrate and share your cultural background
- French Language Proficiency (DELF Exam) – Achieve certified bilingual proficiency in French
- Newcomer Welcome Ambassador – Help international and ESL students transition to your school
- Sign Language (ASL) Club – Learn and practice American Sign Language together