Piikani

alternative Pikuni · alternative Piikáni

1. pluralsingularSynonym of Aapatohsipikani

   Blackfoot is the mother tongue of three First Nations: Siksiká, Piikani (formerly Peigan) and Kainai.

   2021 June 21, “Researchers revive endangered Blackfoot language using digital technology”, in Simon Fraser University

   Synonyms: Aapatohsipikani

2. pluralsingularOne of the two clans under the Blackfoot Confederacy: Aapatohsipikani or Aamsskaapipikani

   The Siksiká and Kainai Nations are located in Southern Alberta while the Piikani are divided between the Blackfeet Nation in Montana (Southern Piikani) and Piikani Nation in southern Alberta (Northern Piikani).

   2021 June 21, “Researchers revive endangered Blackfoot language using digital technology”, in Simon Fraser University