The Behdzi Ahda’ First Nation Chief and Council recently met with the Government of Northwest Territories to discuss several initiatives, including planning for a new school in the community. Behdzi Ahda’ and NWT representatives signed a workplan for the Colville Lake School build project, which will see a new Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 school built in the community. NWT Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland stated that a new school would serve as not only a site for learning, but also as a community hub that supports culture, language revitalization, and student well‑being. “By signing this workplan with Behdzi Ahda’ First Nation, we are creating accountability on all sides and laying out a clear path to move this project forward,” said Cleveland.
