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A new street in Saskatoon’s Brighton neighbourhood will be given a name in the Michif language, which is believed to be a first for the city.
In a press release on Wednesday, the City of Saskatoon announced its naming committee selected the name “Shakamohtaa” for a street in the southeast part of Brighton. The name means “connect” in Michif, the Métis language.
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“The Michif language is an integral language to this land,” Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark said in a news release. “While it is long overdue, I am glad we will see the Michif language reflected on this street in Brighton. Imagine the impact for kids growing up in this neighbourhood, living on or near Shakamohtaa Street. They will feel a greater connection to these roots and the beauty of the Michif language.”
Saskatoon street given name in Michif language
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