The government of Canada opened three hostels in Mistassini, Québec, in 1971. Each hostel could house up to twelve students. The students attended the Mistassini day school. In 1976 the Cree School Board assumed responsibility for the hostels.

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Mistassini, QC - 1971 -1978
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The government of Canada opened three hostels in Mistassini, Québec, in 1971. Each hostel could house up to twelve students. The students attended the Mistassini day school. In 1976 the Cree School Board assumed responsibility for the hostels.
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