Westmount School is home to the Mii Taant leur Plaas ("Auntie's Place") Michif Early Learning program for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students. 

Children ages three, four and five learn the Michif language and culture through play and exploration, storytelling and songs with an increased focus on traditions, customs and beliefs. These essential learning experiences are taught by Michif/Métis teachers and supported by Lii Pleu Vyeu ("the old people"), language speakers, Knowledge Keepers, community partners, and families.  

Open House

Westmount School is hosting an open house for families with children starting Michif Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten in September 2026. Whether your child is new to the school system or you already have children in school, we invite you to join us and learn more about what Westmount has to offer. We’ll share information about our programs, before and after school care, transportation, and more.

 Wednesday, May 20, 2026
 5:30-6:30 p.m.
 Westmount School
 No registration required

Program Benefits

There are many benefits to the program, including:

• Language acquisition
• Increased academic success
• Strong cultural identity
• Stronger connections to the community.

The full day prekindergarten program operates Monday to Thursday and the full day kindergarten program operates Monday to Friday. Transportation is available.

This early learning program receives funding from Métis Nation—Saskatchewan. The funding provides for a Michif language keeper and teacher staffing, an extended school day for students, professional learning opportunities, and the creation and distribution of Métis/Michif resources.

Register

To register, click here.

Note: Preference will be given to families and their children who self-identify as Métis/Michif. Family engagement is essential for the revitalization of the Michif language. The purpose of family engagement reflects the importance of the traditional role of Métis/Michif families in the development of a child's identity and learning.