Syllabics.ca

Syllabics.ca provides communities with an Indigenous language revitalization platform built around Nation specific dialects and a high quality First Nations syllabics chart that learners can explore online or in print.

Why Choose Syllabics.ca

Syllabics.ca gives your community a powerful, customizable learning tool without the burden of managing servers, code, or technical upkeep. Your Nation and its unique dialect are the face of the platform, including your flag, your syllabic set, your pronunciations, and your identity. We simply provide the secure infrastructure that supports it.

Each Nation’s version runs independently, with complete control over its own language content, data, and teaching approach. Nothing is blended across communities, and no cultural information is ever shared without permission. The interface is designed to be clear, youth friendly, and easy for new learners so the focus stays on practicing the language rather than navigating the software. You focus on revitalizing the language, and we make sure the technology remains reliable, accessible, and tailored to your needs.

Interactive and Printable Syllabics Chart

A clean and accessible chart that learners can explore online or print for offline use. It provides consistent, high quality syllabics reference materials so your community always has reliable learning resources in one place.

Multiple Learning Games for Every Level

Learners can choose the mode that fits their skill level. Learners can begin with simple step-by-step activities, and use Focused Practice to master any sets they choose. Orienting Mode teaches new readers how to identify vowel sounds by the direction or orientation of each syllabic. Combined Practice brings together all sets for more advanced learning. Transcription Mode lets learners convert between syllabics and Roman orthography using a guided keyboard.

Space to Highlight Community Resources

Your Nation can link to local language programs, recordings, videos, classroom materials, or other community owned resources. This helps learners find everything they need in one central place.

Syllabics and Roman Orthography Converter

Learners can type in a word and see it converted automatically between syllabics and Roman orthography. This supports both new readers and fluent speakers as they move between writing systems.

Installable App (PWA) Technology

This platform is built as a Progressive Web App that installs directly onto smartphones, tablets, and computers without any app store account or fees. Each Nation’s site becomes its own standalone app that works fully offline. Learners can practice anywhere, even out on the land without an internet connection, while Nations keep control of their software in an independent and sovereign way.

Technical guides and learning resources for anyone working with or studying Indigenous languages, including learners, educators, developers, and curious language enthusiasts.