By Steven Sukkau, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Winnipeg Sun The Manitoba government is making a landmark investment in Indigenous language revitalization, committing more than $4.5 million to launch two new university-level degree programs designed to train fluent speakers and future teachers of Indigenous languages. Premier Wab Kinew and Advanced Education and Training Minister Renée Cable announced the initiative Friday, describing it as a key step in preserving and passing on Indigenous languages to future generations. “Preserving the Indigenous languages of our province means passing them on to future generations. Indigenous youth will be healthier if they can speak the traditional language of their communities,” said Kinew. “These programs train a new generation of fluent Indigenous language speakers and teachers to carry on Manitoba’s Indigenous traditions.” University of Winnipeg will receive…
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