The Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture Program provides students with an opportunity to learn and use language in meaningful and purposeful ways. The program explores language as a primary means by which cultural information is transmitted. Students participate in ceremonies that provide valuable insights and teachings about the interconnectedness of all things which gives balance to life - living in harmony with oneself, others, and the global community.
Students receive instruction as prescribed by Alberta Education. In addition, the delivery of subject-area content, language instruction, and cultural teaching occurs concurrently.
Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture Map
Transportation may be provided for this program. Please contact transportationservices@ecsd.net for more information.
Welcome to Our Lady of Peace Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Culture Program!
Our school offers the Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Culture and Language Program (K-6). In teaching and supporting our students, we offer:
- Cree Language instruction K-6
- Cree teachings and traditions that value a balanced way of life
- Indigenous spirituality and Catholicity are weaved through prayer, assemblies, morning announcements, and classroom practices including teachings of the smudge and Treaty Acknowledgement
- Monthly teachings of the tipi and teachings of each pole (strength of the home and community), along with student recognition assemblies
- Access to cultural instructors and supports from within the community for students and families
- Cree Teacher and Truth and Reconciliation Lead Teacher plan cultural experiences and teachings with guest instructors and presenters throughout the year
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We are in the Mayfield area of Edmonton (15911-110 Ave.). We serve Mayfield, High Park, High Park Industrial, Britannia/ Youngstown and Canora.
Hosting a Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Culture and Language Program, our school has a large catchment area. Please contact the school at 780-489-1222 to learn more about our catchment area.
Our Lady of Peace School has easy access to the Edmonton Transit System. Yellow bus service is available in many areas.