The Stoney Nakoda First Nation in southwestern Alberta is using the written word as a way to preserve its traditional oral language. The Stoney language has traditionally been passed along orally, and there is a concern its use could fade once some of the senior members are gone. About 1,500 students on the First Nation started using a basic Stoney textbook a few years ago. Like with many of the elders involved, the Stoney language was spoken at home when he was growing up. Stoney Nakoda elder Virgle Stephens speaks about a new textbook of the Stoney language at a ceremony in Kananaskis.

Source: Daily Nation January 24, 2023 03:29 UTC