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Youth Education in Nemaska

June 2, 2026Eeyou Education Blog

Students from across iiyiyiu aschii flew to Whapmagoostui for the Cree School Board 2026 Regional Annie Whiskeychan Day events hosted on May 27, 2026. Annie Whiskeychan was an important champion of iiyiyiu education. Each year, we honour her contributions with a day of cultural games, activities, and competitions at the local level, and regionally..

June 2, 2026Eeyou Education Blog

[Updated] Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 – Youth from around iiyiyiu aschii visited the sports complex in Waswanipi to compete in the Cree School Board (CSB) Regional Science Fair.

May 22, 2026Eeyou Education Blog

Nine 24-passenger buses have recently been purchased for our Youth Sector schools to support land-based learning programs, cultural activities, and other traditional initiatives that help connect students to the land and iiyiyiuiyihtiwin.

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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).