Need A Cree Translation? We Can Help.

Of all the Indigenous languages spoken in Canada, the Cree family has the most speakers. There are many different dialects of the Cree language, each with their own unique characteristics when speaking and writing the languages. It is important to consider which dialect is needed when dealing with an English into Cree translation. wintranslation is proud to offer both Cree into English translation and English into Cree translation services.

Plains Cree

This particular dialect of Cree is the most most widely spoken Cree dialect. It is spoken mainly in the regions of Alberta and Saskatchewan, but there are also a number of Plains Cree speakers in British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. Plains Cree is also known as the “y” dialect.

Communities where Plains Cree is commonly spoken:

Cowessess First Nation
Little Black Bear First Nation
Muscowpetung First Nation (also Western Ojibway)
Nekaneet First Nation
Ochapowace First Nation
One Arrow First Nation
Peepeekisis First Nation
Star Blanket First Nation
Ocean Man First Nation (also Assiniboine and Western Ojibway)
Pheasant Rump Nakota Nation (also Stoney and Western Ojibway)
Whitebear First Nation
Kahkewistahaw First Nation
Okanese First Nation (also Western Ojibway)
Pasqua First Nation (also Western Ojibway)
Sakimay First Nation (also Western Ojibway)
Daystar First Nation
Gordon First Nation (also Western Ojibway and Metis)
Kawacatoose First Nation
Muskowekwan First Nation
Piapot First Nation
Beaver Lake Cree Nation
Big Island Lake First Nation (also known as Joseph Bighead First Nation)
Frog Lake First Nation
Kehewin Cree Nation
Lucky Man First Nation
Moosomin First Nation
Mosquito-Grizzly Bear’s Head-Lean Man (also Stoney)
Muskeg Lake First Nation
Pelican Lake First Nation
Muskoday First Nation
Peguis First Nation
Sturgeon Lake First Nation
Thunderchild First Nation
Waterhen Lake First Nation
Witchekan Lake First Nation
Alexander First Nation (also Wapski Mahikan Society)
Alexis Nakota First Nation (also Stoney)
Enoch Cree Nation
Ermineskin Cree Nation (also Stoney)
Louis Bull First Nation
Montana First Nation
O’Chiese First Nation (also Western Ojibway)
Onion Lake Cree Nation
Papaschase First Nation
Paul First Nation (also Stoney)
Saddle Lake Cree Nation
Whitefish (Goodfish) Lake First Nation
Samson Cree Nation
Sunchild First Nation
Ahtahkakoop First Nation
Mistawasis First Nation
Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nations
James Smith First Nation
Little Pine First Nation
Poundmaker First Nation
Red Pheasant First Nation
Sweetgrass First Nation
Big River First Nation
Canoe Lake First Nation (also Woods Cree)
Flying Dust First Nation
Island Lake First Nation
Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation

Woods Cree

The Woods Cree dialect is spoken in the northern regions of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. It is also known as the “th” dialect of the Cree language.

Communities where Woods Cree is commonly spoken:

Barren Lands First Nation
Bunibonibee Cree Nation
Chemawawin Cree Nation (also Swampy Cree)
God’s Lake First Nation
Lac La Ronge First Nation
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
Montreal Lake First Nation
Manto Sipi Cree Nation
Marcel Colomb First Nation
Black Sturgeon First Nation
Mathias Colomb First Nation
Misipawistik Cree Nation (also Swampy Cree)
Moose Lake First Nation
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation
Norway House Cree Nation
Opaskwayak Cree Nation (also Swampy Cree)
Cross Lake First Nation
Tataskweyak Cree Nation
Bigstone Cree Nation
Cross Lake First Nation
Canoe Lake First Nation
Driftpile First Nation
Duncan’s First Nation
Fort McMurray First Nation (also Dene/Chipewyan)
Heart Lake First Nation
Kapawe’no First Nation
Little Red River Cree Nation
Loon River First Nation
Lubicon Lake Indian Nation
Mikisew Cree First Nation
Red Earth Cree Nation (also Swampy Cree)
Sawridge First Nation
Shoal Lake Cree Nation (also Swampy Cree)
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation
Sucker Creek First Nation
Swan River First Nation
Whitefish Lake First Nation

Swampy Cree

Spoken mainly in communities in the northern Manitoba, northwest Saskatchewan and the coast of the Hudson and James Bay in northern Ontario, Swampy Cree is also known as the “n” dialect of the Cree language.

Communities where Swampy Cree is commonly spoken:

Attawapiskat First Nation
Chemawawin Cree Nation (also Rocky Cree)
Cumberland House Cree Nation
Fisher River Cree Nation
Fort Albany First Nation
Fort Severn First Nation
Fox Lake Cree Nation
Kashechewan First Nation (also Moose Cree)
Misipawistik Cree Nation (also Rocky Cree)
Mosakahiken Cree Nation
Opaskwayak Cree Nation (also Rocky Cree)
Red Earth Cree Nation (also Woods Cree)
Sapotaweyak Cree Nation
Shamattawa Cree Nation
Shoal Lake Cree Nation (also Woods Cree)
Tataskweyak Cree Nation
War Lake First Nation
Weenusk First Nation
Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation
York Factory First Nation

Moose Cree

Spoken only in Ontario in an area that ranges from James Bay to Lake Superior, Moose Cree is also known as the “l” dialect of the Cree language.

Communities where Moose Cree is commonly spoken:

Brunswick House First Nation (also Ojibwa)
Chapleau Cree First Nation
Constance Lake First Nation (also Ojibwa)
Kashechewan First Nation (also Swampy Cree)
Matachewan First Nation (also Ojibwa)
Missanabie Cree First Nation
Moose Cree First Nation
Taykwa Tagamou Nation

James Bay Cree (Eastern)

Spoken only in Quebec in an area that ranges from the east coast of lower Hudson Bay and James Bay, and inland southeastward, James Bay Cree is also known as Southern and Northern East Cree.

Communities where James Bay Cree is spoken:

Chisasibi
Eastmain
Mistissini
Nemaska
Oujé-Bougoumou
Waskaganish
Waswanipi
Wemindji
Whapmagoostui
Washaw Sibi

Atikamekw

Spoken in southwestern Quebec, Atikamekw is spoken by nearly all the Atikamekw and is among the most widely spoken Indigenous languages in Canada.

Communities where Atikamekw is commonly spoken:

Atikamekw d’Opitciwan
Les Atikamekw de Manawan
Conseil des Atikamekw de Wemotaci

Eastern Montagnais

Spoken in eastern Quebec and Labrador, Eastern Montagnais has various dialects depending on the community.

Communities where Eastern Montagnais is commonly spoken:

Mingan
Uashat-Maliotenam
Matimekosh
Natashquan
Pakua-Shipi
La Romaine
Sheshatshiu

Innu/Western Montagnais

Spoken in southeastern Quebec, Western Montagnais has various dialects depending on the community.

Communities where Western Montagnais is commonly spoken:

Mashteuiatsh
Betsiamites
Essipit

Naskapi

Spoken in northeastern Quebec and Labrador, Naskapi some times uses Eastern Cree syllabics and share many linguistic features of East Cree.

Communities where Naskapi is commonly spoken:

Kawawachikamach
Natuashish

We (The Indigenous Theatre at the National Arts Centre) required short translations in a variety of dialects: Algonquin, Michif, Plains Cree, Woods Cree and Halq'eméylem. Wintranslation helped us find the best match from their available translators and overall had all of the dialects we needed. They were competent, friendly, and helped us meet our tight deadlines efficiently.

Amy Ede

We contacted wintranslation to have one of our assessment documents translated into Eastern Ojibwe. The communication was easy and the translation was delivered with attention to detail and care. The very next time, when we required translation of another document into Dënesųłiné (Chipewyan), nēhiyawēwin (Plains Cree), Néhinaw (Swampy Cree) and Nīhithawīwin (Woods Cree) we contacted wintranslation and really appreciated the one-stop convenience and their capabilities in Indigenous languages we requested.

Danielle Durepos

Je continue d’être impressionnée par la qualité et la flexibilité du service fourni par wintranslation. Les textes rendus sont toujours impeccables et les commentaires des réviseurs toujours à propos. J’apprécie beaucoup de pouvoir compter sur cet atout pour les projets que notre petite équipe ne peut traiter seule.

Géraldine Green

I valued the kindness and consideration given to us. While always being professional, we were treated like people, not clients. When we got a reply, wintranslation remembered that we had had a past contract with them. I really appreciated that they remembered our organization and this gave me confidence in their respectful engagement. We created a reconciliation toolkit for business leaders and wanted to make sure that everyone had access to it. Wintranslation really helped us out.

Shelagh Roxburgh

The museum contacted wintranslation because we needed text translated for a new panel. We wanted two dialects for the panel – Eastern Ojibwe and Mohawk. wintranslation went above and beyond to ensure the dialects were location appropriate and that they were done by knowledge holders from both communities.
Patience and commitment of wintranslation staff to ensure that we had high quality and accurate translation was amazing. Thank you wintranslation, the translators and community members for ensuring the museum was able to put forth an excellent panel that was true to both communities and that visitors to Murney Tower Museum will be able to experience both Eastern Ojibwe and Mohawk in print.

Danielle Marshall

Our organization needed several materials translated into Atikamekw and Naskapi to promote rail safety in Indigenous communities. Wintranslation responded to our request and provided us with an accurate quote and estimated turnaround time — which was surprisingly quick. Although our materials were designed in-house, the wintranslation team was happy to review all final designs to ensure there were no errors, and the layout was correct. We will definitely do business with them again for future projects.

Maryse Betournay

I approached wintranslation because I needed a series of Educational Posters translated into Swampy Cree to facilitate a broader reach to our Indigenous audience. Wintranslation made the process easy even when I was unable to communicate regularly. I really appreciated their quick turn around times (faster than quoted) and their patience with my questions about the translation (not having any background with the language). The end result are some fabulous resources that will be shared with kids and adults alike, with more to come!

Vanessa Lee

I love that Wintranslation services assigns me flexible work that I can do remotely , from the comfort of my own home or when I travel. The mobile and flexible work suits my needs and gives me a lot of freedom.
Read Full Testimonial

Gloria P., Inuktut Translator

I had a great experience working with wintranslation. I called first to get an idea of what specific Indigenous dialect I would need translation into based on my program's region and they were very helpful. I received a quick response back on my request for a quote and prompt and polite service throughout the entire interaction. In addition, receipt of my e-mail was acknowledged in a timely manner even though my consultant was out of the office for the afternoon which helped to put my mind at ease.

Rebekah Wilson

Thank you so much, I am extremely pleased with how fast this was turned around and the service provided.

Cheryl Lesperance

Summary of Qualifications for wintranslation's Cree Translators

Annie M.

Fluent in the Swampy Cree dialect, having spoken the language her entire life
Over 15 years of experience as an interpreter and translator for English into Cree languages
Active First Nations member who has taught the Swampy Cree language

Darren O.

Holds a degree from the University of Regina in Indian Education and Language Arts as well as in Cree Linguistics
Fluent in the Plains Cree dialect and has been involved in creating a Cree curriculum for schools in Saskatchewan
Has 20 years of experience in the field of education, specializing in Cree language subjects

Cree Translation Portfolio

Cree Translation Projects We've Previously Completed

Urban Indigenous Action Plan translated into 8 Indigenous languages

Operation Lifesaver Canada Railway Safety (VR) Videos

Ojibwe Energy Board Notice

Oji-Cree Energy Board Notice

VIEW OUR FULL PORTFOLIO

Choose wintranslation

An award-winning translation service provider based in North America, wintranslation has a fifteen year track record in managing complex multimedia and large-scale projects on time and on budget. Our company specializes in the translation of Canada’s Indigenous languages including Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun, Malecite and Ojibwe. Please see our languages page for a full list of languages.

WE WOULD LOVE TO HELP WITH YOUR NEXT CREE PROJECT
GET A FREE QUOTE NOW