The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police have noted a recent increase in illegal entries into Akwesasne through our lands and waterways. We would like to remind the community that human smuggling is a crime and poses serious concerns for not only the individual(s) committing the act but the entire community of Akwesasne. The […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Jordan’s Principle Program received a Certificate of Appreciation from Independent First Nations’ (IFN) Jordan’s Principle Coordinator, Leeann Schimoda, at a recent gathering for Jordan’s Principle Programs. The certificate was presented to the Jordan’s Principal Program Manager Mavis Williamson and Jordan’s Principle Navigators Rachel George, Ohentiioa Lahache-Deering, and Sheryl Thompson. The Certificate of Appreciation was […]
Read moreWith sadness, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne announces the passing of Harry Thompson. Harry worked for many years in the Traditional Medicines Program, sharing his knowledge of our traditional teachings and medicines with clients who accessed the program. Harry was instrumental in developing and establishing the “Medicine Wheel Program” for Traditional Medicines, a program that is still used today. Harry […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) Land-Based Healing Program donated supplies to the Unity Street Help Association, a non-profit organization operating out of Akwesasne and Cornwall to assist those who are homeless and less fortunate. Land-Based Healing Program Coordinator Brandon David donated items that will help those who are homeless, or in need, with staying warm […]
Read moreOn February 7th, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Wholistic Health & Wellness Prevention Program (WHWPP) and the Thompson Island Cultural Camp (TICC) hosted the winter Elder Care Package giveaway at the St. Regis Recreation Center. TICC and WHWPP staff handed out 75 care packages to community elders who registered to receive a bag. Elders who registered received an email or […]
Read moreThe Skateboard Project is an initiative that aims to promote Indigenous artwork, physical activity, and collaboration between cultural centers across multiple Indigenous communities. In its second year, Kahnawà:ke, Kanehsatà:ke, Kenhtè:ke, Ahkwesáhsne and Six Nations came together to create 7 skateboards graphics showcasing the range of styles and cultural imagery. Two artists from Ahkwesáhsne participated this year. Joseph King was […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Water/Wastewater Program is working to locate a leak in the water line within the districts of Tsi Snaihne and Kana:takon. This unidentified leak has caused issues in keeping up with water demand, which can create further problems during power outages, snow storms, and cold weather. As our team works to rectify the issue as […]
Read moreHydro Quebec has notified the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne that they will be conducting a scheduled power outage on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Should weather prevent the work from being conducted, the outage will be moved to Wednesday, February 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hydro-Québec requires the outage in order to […]
Read moreOn Monday, January 23rd, 2023 at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service received complaints of suspicious individuals in the area of Third Street located in the village of Kana:takon (St. Regis). Officers attended the area and conducted a search where four individuals were located and detained. All four individuals were identified as Foreign Nationals and transported to […]
Read moreTo ensure public safety, minimize the risk of power outages and guarantee the proper functioning of the electricity network, Hydro-Québec ensures a clearance distance between its lines and the vegetation found near the distribution network. During the week, of February 6th, the contractor Asplundh will carry out pruning and deforestation in the community of Akwesasne. For further clarification, […]
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