Learn about the original place names in your region. Check out Can Geo Education's Google Earth Voyager Story or StoryMap for some inspiration and research the Indigenous heritage of your local area! Consider making a poster map or online project to share what you learn with your school and/or community.

Tân'si! Boozhoo! ᐊᐃᓐᖓᐃ ! Aaniin! Taanishi! Kwe Kwe! Learn some key phrases in your local Indigenous language, such as how to say "hello" or "thank you."

Using an online dictionary, database or app (refer to the links provided throughout this StoryMap for a starting place), get immersed in an Indigenous language. There are many ways to incorporate this into your everyday routine! You can label items in your classroom in the Indigenous language you choose to learn, create a skit with simple dialogue to present to the class, learn how to write syllabics, count in an Indigenous language when doing math problems, describe geographical terms in the local Indigenous language, and more. How would you incorporate learning a new language in your class or at home? The options are endless!

Get outside and learn from the land! Connect with a local Indigenous group or invite an Elder to learn about Indigenous knowledge and the traditional names of plants and animals harvested in your region. (Remember to be respectful and practice proper protocol when inviting an Elder to share their knowledge.)

Understand the significance of a land acknowledgement and learn about the people and history of your region. Include the original names and languages of the people of the local land in the acknowledgement.

Explore and enjoy the works of Indigenous musicians, authors, creators, and storytellers and share them with your friends and family!

Support Indigenous-led language education and revitalization efforts — for example, by advocating or showing interest in Indigenous language programs in your region, talking to your school about creating a club to learn about local Indigenous knowledge, or fundraising money to donate to an organization that promotes Indigenous languages and cultures.

Go beyond Canada! Did you know that February 21 is International Mother Language Day? Take that opportunity to learn about linguistic diversity around the world.