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Youth Education in Nemaska

November 28, 2025Eeyou Education Blog

[Updated] The Cree School Board is proud to honour the students who took part in this year’s Regional Public Speaking Contest in Nemaska. The contest took place on Tuesday, November 25, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Youth Centre Auditorium. The banquet and awards ceremony followed from 6 to 8 p.m. the same day.

November 11, 2025Eeyou Education Blog

Celebrating our iiyiyiu chiskutimaachaawin
On November 11, 2025, the Cree School Board honors and celebrates the 50th anniversary of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA)!

October 27, 2025Eeyou Education Blog

This year was marked by milestones that celebrate Cree language, culture, and educational success across iiyiyiu aschii. From the 3rd Language and Culture Symposium and the return of Cree language to Grade 1 classrooms, to vibrant events like the iinuu metawewinh Games and the Quebec Indigenous Science Fair, the Cree School Board continued to strengthen identity and learning. We also saw progress in teacher recruitment, adult education, and higher learning programs, alongside inspiring youth leadership initiatives. These highlights reflect our commitment to culturally grounded education and the empowerment of every learner.

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School Committee

Updated Oct. 29, 2025
  • Claude Coonishish, Chairperson
  • Lori Ann Wapachee, Vice- Chairperson
  • April Trapper
  • Marlene Jolly
  • Mary Jane Wapachee
  • Marion Cheezo
  • Beatrice Cheezo, Elder Representative
  • Teddy Wapachee, Band Representative

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Vision

Alone it is difficult; Together it is possible 

With Teamwork, Respect and Integrity, success is inevitable.

Mission

To create a positive learning environment that empowers life-long learners to become community leaders of tomorrow

Values

Learning is enhanced when school, family, and community establish relationships and support of mutual goals so that students can take ownership of their learning. Successful schools build strong, collaborative school partnerships which nurture family and community involvement.

About Nemaska

The name Nemaska means "Place to fish." With a population of almost 1,000 people, Nemaska is nestled on the shore of Lake Champlain. Like some other Cree communities in the territory, Nemaska was not always located where it is today. In 1970, the people of Old Nemaska relocated to the current site to avoid being flooded by the rerouting of waterways for hydro-electric developments. 

Cree Nation of Nemaska

Community Resources

Nemaska Emergency Contacts

  • Medical: 819-673-2511
  • Police: 819-673-2506
  • Fire:  819-673-2442

History of Education in Nemaska

The school was named after a well-respected Elder who was an inspiration to all and who lived to be 114. The shape of the school represents a fish; fishing has sustained the people of Nemaska for generations. 

The language of instruction is Cree and is taught from pre-K to Secondary V. English is taught from Grade 1 to Secondary V. Every school follows the GVC (Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum).