We're a collaborative research partnership aiming to understand & enhance Indigenous adults' contributions to Indigenous language revitalization in Canada.
03/10/2026
The Language Learning Journey Tool now has a dedicated page on our website.
This new space brings together:
• Direct access to the printable and fillable PDFs
• An instructional video
• Research and summary reports
Visit our website to learn more!
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) & University of Victoria Faculty of Education
11/28/2025
🙏 HÍSW̱KE SIÁM to all who contributed to the NEȾOLṈEW̱ Language Learning Journey Tool, with deep gratitude we honour the time, expertise and care you brought over years of research — your voices have truly shaped this this tool
👉 Learn more: netolnew.ca/assessment
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We’re excited to share this instructional video for the NEȾOLṈEW̱ Language Learning Journey Tool.
A helpful companion on your language-learning path
🎥 netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/journey-tool-instructional-video
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11/20/2025
The updated NEȾOLṈEW̱ Language Learning Journey Tool reflects the voices of Indigenous communities working to revitalize their languages.
Building on our original Assessment Tool, learners, educators, and program leaders guided its redevelopment to better support diverse learning contexts, including:
✨ Greater flexibility
✨ New levels & refined sub-levels
✨ More ways to reflect on your journey
👉 Explore the tool: netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/language-learning-journey-tool
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
11/17/2025
What makes a good Indigenous language learning assessment tool?
This Report Summary shares key findings and insights that informed the updated Language Learning Journey Tool, including:
✨ The role of reflection
✨ The importance of self-determination
✨ Indigenous centered approaches
👉 View the full summary: netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/assessment-tool-research-report-summary
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
11/12/2025
Behind the Language Learning Journey Tool are years of collaborative research with Indigenous language learners and educators
Our 3-part study explored how the original NEȾOLṈEW̱ Language Learning Assessment Tool was used, where it excels, and how it could be strengthened
The report includes:
✨ An environmental scan of existing literature
✨ A survey & analysis of tool users
✨ Focus groups with learners, educators, & leaders
👉 Read the full report here: netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/assessment-tool-research-report
Supported bySocial Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
PÉNAĆ (George Underwood), SENĆOŦEN Language Teacher, and Tye Swallow, Language Revitalization Facilitator, with W̱SÁNEĆ School Board, share reflections on language research and Indigenous-led collaboration.
The NEȾOLṈEW̱ Partner Interview series were recorded at a gathering in June 2024 on lək̓ʷəŋən and SENĆOŦEN-speaking territories.
🎥 Watch the video: https://netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/interview-wsanecschoolboard/
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
Marilyn Shirt and Ross Krekoski of University nuhelot’ine thaiyots’I nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills (UnBQ) speak on the challenges of language research and the strengths of Indigenous-led collaboration.
The NEȾOLṈEW̱ Partner Interview series were recorded at a gathering in June 2024 on lək̓ʷəŋən and SENĆOŦEN-speaking territories.
🎥 Watch the video: https://netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/interview-unbq/
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
Rhonda Hopkins and Melanie Manitowabi of Kenjgewin Teg share reflections on the strengths and relationships built through Indigenous-led research.
The NEȾOLṈEW̱ Partner Interview series were recorded at a gathering in June 2024 on lək̓ʷəŋən and SENĆOŦEN-speaking territories.
🎥 Watch the video: https://netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/interview-kenjgewin-teg/
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
Tahohtharátye (Joe Brant) of Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na , and UofT Professor, reflects on the connections and strengths of being part of an Indigenous-led research collective.
The NEȾOLṈEW̱ Partner Interview series were recorded at a gathering in June 2024 on lək̓ʷəŋən and SENĆOŦEN-speaking territories.
🎥 Watch the video: https://netolnew.ca/all-research-reporting/interview-tto-tahohtharatye/
Supported by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) University of Victoria Faculty of Education
09/05/2025