Karelian language classes are now offered in two places in the world: Joensuu and Petroskoi, Russia. The Joensuu region’s strong Karelian cultural heritage has been the driver behind the new ...

The Karelian Language Society (KKS) will be asked to repay misused state subsidies for the years 2017-2019, the Ministry of Culture and Education decided on Thursday. According to a ministry audit, ...

Kielipankki – The Language Bank of Finland is a service for researchers using language resources. Marjatta Palander tells us about her research on the dialects of the Karelian language. The Karelian ...

Karjalaine iäni explores the realities of being a young Karelian person in Finland today. The Karelians are a cultural and, in some cases, linguistic minority traditionally residing in eastern Finland ...

Lori/Legion-Media A tiny village in Karelia survives, thrives, preserves its heritage and even welcomes tourists, particularly to savour their special ‘kalitka’ pies. "You won't find any authentic ...