By Michael Oleksyn Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Last school year the Prince Albert Catholic School Division and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) teamed up to support students and that project is continuing in 2024-2025. The two groups submitted a proposal to the province as part of the Invitational Shared Services Initiative (ISSI) in June and received approval later that month. The ISSI develops partnerships between First Nation education authorities and provincial school systems. The PA Catholic board gave final approval at their regular meeting on Aug. 19. “(We are) very pleased with our willing partners,” PA Catholic Education Director Lorel Trumier said. “I think that’s the most important thing. We have willing participation from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation to engage in this partnership.” The provincial government will provide $92,300 to

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