Canada Needs Thriving Indigenous Languages | Khelsilem | TEDxWestVancouverED – YouTube
Khelsilem states that there is an increasing number of Indigenous youths committing themselves to become language learners, as the 2016 census shows that in some communities the number of language speakers is increasing despite the lack of government support and funding. “Canada would be a more interesting place if Indigenous languages are thriving” is a statement from Khelsilem that resonated with me, as languages inform the culture, identity, and the community of the place. Khelsilem also discusses that revitalization efforts led by Indigenous communities could shift towards gifting Indigenous languages to all Canadians. This would support reconciliation and building relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.