The Language, Arts, and Culture Pillar is the heart of Wiikwemkoong’s identity and spirit. It safeguards Anishinaabe ways of knowing, being, and expressing through language revitalization, cultural programming, and artistic development. This pillar ensures that the community’s heritage is not only preserved but actively lived and celebrated. It nurtures pride, belonging, and resilience by anchoring the community in its ancestral knowledge and creative spirit. Language and culture are not just traditions—they are living systems that shape how people relate to each other, the land, and the future.

Portfolio Holders from Council serve as liaisons between the Pillar Committee and Council. The committee includes community members and works closely with the Chief Executive Officer,  Directors, and Program Managers to implement strategic goals.

All actions are guided by the Wiikwemkoong Gchi-Naaknigewin and the Seven Grandfather Teachings. Here’s a breakdown of its purpose and responsibilities: