Whitefish Lake First Nation #128 is committed to enabling each and every student with the opportunity to achieve their educational goals. Together with the home and community, Pakan School’s mission is to create a safe, caring, learning environment that values the diversity and individuals’ potential of each student. Pakan Elementary-Junior High School, is a non-profit entity that is governed by Whitefish Lake First Nation #128, located in Goodfish Lake, Alberta on Treaty 6 land.

In keeping with the legacy of the honourable Chief Pakan, the school’s goals are to foster the development of respect, citizenship, and self-esteem while encouraging the promotion of lifelong learning through the provision of a wide variety of enriching academic, physical, and leadership opportunities.