More on the LETTS JUMP INTO LATVIAN Initiative

What started in 2024 as a project, supported by the Society Integration Fund of Latvia, to identify and gather Latvian language resources in a special section of the LNAK website, has evolved into a broader initiative. Thank-you to project leader ESL specialist Dr. Aija Mazsīlis for making this happen and for nurturing the development of a Latvian language learner community.

Here are some ways you can support your Latvian language journey today:

– make use of the Latvian language resource section on the LNAK website

– dip into Latvian language and culture every day by following the monthly “Sparks” calendar

– join the “Letts Jump into Latvian” WhatsApp group

– if you live in the Toronto area, join the Latvian Centre Toronto brunch volunteer group with a Latvian language facilitator for camaraderie and an immersive experience as you slice, dice and serve brunch in Latvian; the next brunch is on May 11 with prep on May 10; please sign up through the WhatsApp group or by writing to jumpintolatvian@lnak.org

– participate in the May 24 and June 14 seminars in Sidrabene

Thank-you to all who responded to the “Letts Jump into Latvian” survey, which helped us understand what you would like to see in terms of programming and support for your language learning needs.

Based on your input, we are looking on these possible future initiatives:

– Saturday morning in-person Latvian language classes for adults, possibly launching in the fall in the Golden Horseshoe, Ontario

– a Zoom language cafe; there is interest in this across Canada from Vancouver to Halifax

If you would like to share any suggestions, please fill in the survey, or write to us at jumpintolatvian@lnak.org.

Paldies!