Language is a fundamental element of our culture and identity. The Government of Canada recognizes and emphasizes that Indigenous Peoples are best placed to lead efforts to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen their languages. The Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages was established to support these efforts.
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, announced the launch of a Governor in Council process seeking qualified candidates to fill the four leadership positions in the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages, namely those of the Commissioner and three Directors.
The successful candidates will support the efforts of Indigenous Peoples to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen First Nations, Inuit and Métis languages. For this reason, they must know and understand Indigenous communities and cultures and be aware of the vitality of Indigenous languages and the challenges they face.
The Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages is an independent government body that was created under the Indigenous Languages Act. The Commissioner and Directors will work with Indigenous Peoples and their respective governments; other Indigenous governing bodies; communities and organizations; the governments of Canada, the provinces and territories; and all Canadians.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply by March 3, 2026. The notices of appointment opportunities are also available in nine Indigenous languages.
