Nikâwiy Productions, a burgeoning Film and Media Production Company based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing Indigenous culture and language. Founded by Ithiniw Artist and Filmmaker, Fawnda Neckoway, the company is in an exciting phase of growth. To further their mission, Nikâwiy Productions seeks to collaborate with students to create a Virtual Reality (VR) Video Game aimed at educating players in the Ithiniw language. This project will allow learners to apply their classroom knowledge in game design, VR development, and cultural studies to create an engaging and educational experience. The game will feature interactive storytelling, immersive environments, and language learning modules that highlight the beauty and richness of the Ithiniw culture.

- A fully functional VR video game prototype that educates players in the Ithiniw language.

- Interactive storytelling elements that incorporate Ithiniw cultural narratives.

- Immersive VR environments that reflect the landscapes and settings relevant to the Ithiniw people.

- Language learning modules that include vocabulary, pronunciation, and basic conversational phrases.

- A user manual or guide that explains the game's features and educational objectives.

Our students will be supported through Red River College Polytechnic's ACE Project Space and myself, Fawnda Neckoway of Nikawiy Productions. They will have access to instructors and other industry mentors throughout their time of study.