Language Arts
Inuktitut Language learning resources and circles; interpreter/translator workshops; story-recording projects; translation project; an archival library of Inuktitut publications and books -that celebrate Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun, and other regional dialects – open to interpreters/translators, speakers, learners, and allies alike. Isaruit is currently seeking additions to its resource library: Inuktitut books, magazines, newspapers, reports, art catalogues etcetera.
Overview
Words Carry Memory
Language holds history, humour, and healing. Our Language Arts pathway offers safe space to practise everyday conversation, refine professional translation skills, and record stories for future generations. Come listen, learn, speak, and share.
Conversation Circles
Speak, Listen, Laugh
Weekly small-group sessions for beginner to fluent speakers—guided by Elders and language teachers. Short games, everyday phrases, and plenty of laughter make learning comfortable and fun.
Translation & Interpretation
From Reports to Radio
- Ongoing deep discussions on terminology, writing systems, and ethics to support Inuit Interpreters and Translators
- Mentoring by seasoned translators (e.g., Martha Flaherty, Jeannie Manning, Leonie Kunuk, Jane Singoorie )
- Hub for contract work with —government, media, research
- Networking with and supporting other Inuktitut language specialists
- Inuktitut media resources and language learning materials
Story-Recording
Voices for the Next Generation
Book time in our Uqqausilirivvik to record Elders’ stories, traditional or present day songs, or other stories of Inuit life styles. Staff provide mic setup, editing help, and archiving to keep each recording safe for future listeners.
Donate books, periodicals, or other Inuktitut language media to Isaruit’s Inuktitut library of materials
Contact Isaruit to donate any Inuktitut books or materials. Isaruit is committed to building as ‘complete’ a collection of Inuktitut books and materials as possible to become a resource library for the use of Inuit interpreters and translators as well as others interested in the development and use of Inuktitut .
Rideau Hub
815 St. Laurent Blvd., Room 310, Ottawa, ON K1K 3A7
Phone
Bus Routes
OC Transpo #12, #7 (St-Laurent / Donald stop)
Ready to Practice?
Join an Inuktitut Class or Book Recording Time
Email our Language Coordinator to reserve a seat, find a study partner, or schedule studio time for translation or storytelling projects.
Related Events
What’s Happening in Language Arts
See circles, workshops, and storytelling nights connected to this pathway.
- Wednesday afternoon Inuktitut classes, 1:30 – 3:00 . Go to info@isaruit.ca to register.
- Looking for Inuktitut language instructors for weekly courses at Uqqausilirivvik, in person or on zoom
- Elders: we welcome you to come to our room to record your songs or stories. Go to info@isaruit.ca to register
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