Due to the ongoing Canada Post Strike and the uncertainty of mail delivery and interruptions in Akwesasne in the territory of Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, the Community Support Program will NOT be using the postal service for mail delivery on the day of Thursday, November 29. CSP will be setting up delivery sites in the three districts on November 29th, […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is notifying the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program has been extended to include Community Support Program (CSP) clients.   Mohawk Council passed MCR 2018/2019-#249 accepting revisions to the Heating Assistance Program Policy that states, “Based on the present rising fuel/energy costs, the heating assistance program will also be offered to the Mohawk Council […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Environment Program, in partnership with Parks Canada Agency at the Thousand Islands National Park, would like to announce that the 2018 Deer Herd Reduction Program date is set for Saturday, December 1 and Sunday, December 2.   Names of community members interested in harvesting white-tail deer for communal or personal use are being collected now […]

What is Natural Gas? Natural Gas is a colourless odourless naturally occurring gas consisting primarily of Methane (CH4) and is lighter than air. It was formed over millions of years when layers of decomposing plant and animal matter were exposed to intense heat and pressure under the surface of the Earth. Why does it smell if it’s odourless? The distinctive […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is excited to host another year of Open Houses! The community is invited to attend and learn more about the different departments and programs throughout MCA – join us for a chance to win some awesome prizes!   DATES: Kana:takon School Tuesday, November 27 | 5-7 PM   Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School Wednesday, November 28 | […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has established an Akwesasne Legislative Commission to oversee, receive community input and provide community guidance and direction in the development of Akwesasne Laws. The Akwesasne Legislative Commission is announcing that due to the early closure of offices for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne to accommodate Halloween Night in the Village, the Public Comment Period has […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne wishes to express condolences to the family of the late Peter Sunday. Mr. Sunday served the Akwesasne community as a police officer and chief of police for the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, joining the force in the 1970s. As Chief of Police from 1980-1986 (approximate dates), he lead the force and contributed to its growth overall as a […]

1. When is recreational cannabis legal in Canada? a. October 17, 2018 2. Can I start selling recreational cannabis on October 17, 2018? a. No. MCA is currently working out the licensing process under the Akwesasne Interim Cannabis Regulation. 3. Can I apply for a business licence to sell recreational cannabis out of my house? a. No, a retail location […]

As part of the Bridge Corridor Improvements, the Kawehnó:ke Tennis Courts will undergo revitalization to its site to improve the area and provide a safe environment with better amenity spaces for the community. The project consists of a new entrance access with parking spaces from Recreation Road, a new 12’ high fence around the court area, and new asphalt playing […]

The Department of Health would like to announce that effective October 10, Alanna (Lannie) Mitchell, Nurse Practitioner at Tsiionkwanonhso:te Clinic will no longer be providing services. Wholistic Health & Wellness would like to advise the community that Dr. Horn will be following all of her patients, for lab results and follow-up. We also would like to make the community aware […]