PUBLIC HEALTH MEASURES REMAIN ACTIVE   The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is informing the community that they have rescinded Mohawk Council Resolution (MCR) 2021/2022 – #183, removing “proof of vaccination” requirements for any public event held within a Mohawk Council of Akwesasne facility. Public health measures will remain in place, such as wearing a mask, social distancing, sanitizing, and disinfecting. […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports twelve (12) positive cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of April 4, 2022.    Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne:  Positive Cases: 12 COVID-Related Passings: 12   It is of the utmost importance to get tested for COVID-19 at the onset of any […]

On February 7th, 2022, the Oversight Committee on Legislative Development (OSC) issued a press release that provided an update on the development of three Akwesasne Laws: the Cannabis Law, Emergency Management Law, and Akwesasne Election Law amendments.    The Working Task Groups (WTG) have been working diligently on the three laws for Phase 1 Development of the Legislative Enactment Procedural […]

Dr. James Brooks, MD, FRCPC, of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has issued an advisory that the new variant of COVID-19, BA.2, is quickly becoming the dominant strain among new infections across Ontario and First Nations communities. Despite having the tools to address the ongoing pandemic, the COVID-19 virus continues to surprise health officials and experts with its ability to change […]

The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is investigating reports of gunshots in the vicinity of the Tsi Snaihne School.   On March 31, 2022, Akwesasne Central Dispatch received reports of gunfire in the area of the Tsi Snaihne School. Police immediately responded and canvassed the area, speaking with school staff and area residents. At this time, it is unconfirmed if gunshots […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Non-Insured Health Benefits (ANIHB) is informing the community that the Medical Transportation Program has acquired a new medical transportation vehicle. NIHB was granted a 2021 Ram Pro-Master low-roof, side-entry conversion van.    The new vehicle is capable of transporting two wheelchair-bound clients with additional seating to accommodate four passengers at a time. The new […]

MCA, AMBE CONTINUE MASK MANDATE   The Ontario government has lifted the mask mandate for schools, retail settings, and most other indoor public spaces, as of March 21st. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) will be extending their mask mandate for MCA buildings, facilities, and healthcare settings until April 4th, after which MCA will reassess the mask mandate. The mask […]

As spring approaches, the ground begins to thaw due to the warming temperatures causing soil and landscaping to become unpredictable and delicate. Off-road vehicles such as ATVs and dirt bikes are heavy and can cause damage to the lawn area.   The Kana:takon Recreation is urging the community not to operate any vehicles in the field as it may cause […]