KTCEA Elders Speak
Education
Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
The KTCEA Elders Speak App: A Living Bridge to Cree Language and Culture
The KTCEA Elders Speak App is an invitation to experience the Cree language as it is lived, spoken, and rooted in the land. Developed by the Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Education Authority (KTCEA), this app is built entirely on the voices and wisdom of over 150 fluent Cree Speaking Elders, offering an authentic connection to the heartbeat of the Northern Alberta Cree Nations and their cultures.
A Gift for the World
This app is a resource for the global community. Whether you are a descendant of one of the Nations living far from home, a lifelong language learner, or someone discovering the Cree language for the first time, this platform offers a direct path to understanding. It is designed for anyone, anywhere, who wishes to hear the true sounds and stories of the Cree people.
What Makes This Experience Unique?
- The Voice of the People: Every recording features the natural accent and knowledge of KTC Elders. You aren’t just learning words; you are hearing history and heritage.
- Land-Based Wisdom: The content reflects the inseparable bond between the Cree language and the natural world and is organized into culturally grounded categories.
- A Growing Legacy: With over 1,000 words and phrases, the app is a "living resource." We continuously add new teachings to ensure the language remains vibrant and accessible.
- A Shared Journey: This project was born from a question the Elders asked themselves: “What do you want the world to know about our Nations?”
Our Hope for the App
Language is the heartbeat of culture. It is our hope that this app serves as a spark for the revitalization of the Cree language for everyone who listens. By sharing these voices, we hope to foster a deeper global understanding of our people, our traditions, and the land, ensuring that the Cree language is lived, spoken, and passed on for generations to come.
Minor Bug fixes, updated logo
The developer, Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Education Authority, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Education Authority Ltd.
- Size
- 40.9 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 15.1 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council Education Authority