As a result of the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in Chibougamau and Chapais (Region 10), beginning tomorrow on Wednesday, November 25 all Mistissini and Oujé-Bougoumou Elementary and High schools will be following the Scenario B of the pdf CSB Alert System . The chart outlines the necessary changes for everyone’s health and safety. They will be in effect until Friday, December 18 unless Public Health advises otherwise. Please note that all other community schools remain in Scenario A.

Maintaining the safety of our students, employees and communities is our top priority. Thank you for continued collaboration in following all the public health measures for everyone’s protection. For any COVID-19 related questions, we encourage you to visit the COVID Cree Board of Health website or call the public health information line at 1-866-855-2811.

The Cree School Board mourns the passing of Rusty Cheezo on October 27, 2020. Rusty was a valued member of Eeyou Istchee, including the Cree School Board. He worked as a School Commissioner for Eastmain (1989-1992 and 1992-1995). At the same time, Cheezo worked as a Vice-Chairperson between his terms (1990-1991 and 1993-1995), and Chairperson (1999-2000) of the Cree School Board.

All at the Cree School Board are saddened by the unexpected passing of William Mianscum on October 22, 2020. William was a prominent and dedicated leader in Eeyou Istchee, including at the Cree School Board. Over his decades of service to the CSB, he served as the first CEA for Mistissini, Director of Finance (1998-2003), Deputy Director General, School Commissioner for Mistissini, Chairperson of the Cree School Board (2003-2006), and Director of Human Resources (2007-2008).