Cote gets new school

The Cote First Nation recently celebrated the grand opening of the Chief Gabriel Cote Education Complex for kindergarten to Grade 12 students.

"This grand opening gives us the opportunity to reflect on a great accomplishment for our community," said Chief Severight. "We have built a facility that stands not only as a memorial to the rich history and culture of the Cote people, but as an inspiration for the bright future we want for our children."

The new school replaces the portable classrooms and day school built in the 1950s. It is 3,320 sq. m. in area and can accommodate up to 334 students. Many attending provincial schools will now be able to go to school in their own community.