Government of Canada Announces New Research Project to Revitalize Cayuga Language at Six Nations of the Grand River Reserve, Ontario (fwd)

[Phillip E Cash Cash]

Jul 16, 2010 10:50 ET

Government of Canada Announces New Research Project to Revitalize Cayuga
Language at Six Nations of the Grand River Reserve, Ontario

SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER RESERVE, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 16,
2010) - New research led by Memorial University will examine ways of
maintaining and revitalizing the Cayuga language spoken at the Six Nations
of the Grand River Reserve in Ontario. The project will help foster
innovative research, training and new knowledge of the Cayuga language. The
announcement was made by Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant, on
behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and
Technology).

"This project will create new insights into the Cayuga language, protect
thousands of years of local history and knowledge and help promote the
social, cultural and economic development of the Six Nations community,"
said Mr. McColeman. "Our government is committed to supporting science and
technology to improve the quality of life of Canadians and to strengthen our
economy."

The Cayuga language maintenance project is one of 20 large-scale research
projects that is receiving an investment of approximately $1 million over
five years through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of
Canada's (SSHRC's) Community–University Research Alliances (CURA) grants.
The funding will bring communities and universities together in partnerships
to build knowledge in areas affecting Canadians.

The new research project, led by Dr. Carrie Dyck, will be carried out in
partnership with the Woodland Cultural Centre, an educational and linguistic
centre and museum located on Six Nations territory.

"This grant highlights the excellence of our country's talented researchers
and recognizes the importance of fostering collaboration to keep Canada at
the leading edge of research, development and innovation in the 21st
century," said Dr. Chad Gaffield, SSHRC President.

CURA grants support joint research projects between researchers based at
post-secondary institutions and community-based organizations. The projects
focus on a wide range of issues of importance to Canadians, such as
community food security, employment innovations and the impact of
co-operatives.

Each project enhances students' education and employability by providing
them with opportunities to build their knowledge, expertise and work skills
through hands-on research and related experience.

For the full list of CURA grants, visit the SSHRC website (www.sshrc.ca).

For more information, please contact
Gary Toft
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Gary Goodyear
Minister of State (Science and Technology)
613-943-7599
or
Trevor Lynn
Manager, Communications
613-992-7302
613-302-9879 (cell)
Trevor.Lynn at sshrc-crsh.gc.ca
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