This episode of Paykiiwikay takes a deep dive into the history of the Michif language, from its earliest roots in the fur trade, up to the present day and why Michif language preservation is so important. Our guest is Norman Fleury. He is considered the world's leading Michif language expert, translator, and knowledge keeper. Originally from St. Lazare, Manitoba, Norman has authored and translated numerous books about the Michif. He has worked extensively with Elders to preserve and document the Michif language. His “Michif Dictionary” published through the Gabriel Dumont Institute (2013) is available in audio and written form. He teaches at the University of Saskatchewan.