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Importance of competency in an Aboriginal language in Canada 2012, by identity

Importance of speaking and understanding an Aboriginal language to Aboriginal peoples in Canada in 2012, by identity

The data displays the percentage distribution of respondents' opinions on the importance of being able to speak and understand an Aboriginal language in Canada in 2012. Almost two thirds of Inuit thought it was very important to be able to speak and understand an Aboriginal language in Canada in 2012.

Very important 29.5 12.1 63.6
Somewhat important 29.2 24.7 17.2
Not very important 37.4 59.6 14.9
No opinion 3.8 3.6 4.2