The Executive Director has called for a by-election for the position for one (1) District Chief in the District of Kana:takon, which will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Nominations will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kana:takon School. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate […]
Read moreElders ages 55+ are invited to join the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program for lavender picking in Williamstown! When: Tuesday, July 4 (10AM – 2PM)Where: Lou Lou Lavender (Williamstown, ON) Transportation is available and space is limited to 8 people. If you have any questions or would like to register, please email wathahonni.mitchell@akwesasne.ca or call 613-575-2341 […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 29 at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center, 6 p.m. start time. The MCA General Meeting will be a hybrid event (in-person and virtual). To receive the meeting link, please email meetings@akwesasne.ca. Questions and comments can also be sent to this email prior to the […]
Read moreThe Aboriginal Rights and Research Office would like to announce the upcoming Community Information Sessions regarding the St. Lawrence Seaway Claim Referendum. These sessions are to inform the community about the history of the claim, the proposed settlement agreement, and the voting dates and methods. All community members are welcome to attend these sessions: Wednesday, July 19, 2023 @ […]
Read moreJuly is just around the corner, and we can’t wait because it brings PADDLE CLUB! We are so grateful to be teaming up with the Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness Program again this summer to bring this program back! Week 1: Debar Pond Water & Paddle Safety Presentation with Cullen Jacobs & Annie Cree Portage exercise (half a mile) Paddle […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Tsi Karistisere/Dundee land claim was settled with Canada in 2018, with the Akwesasne community voting to accept the settlement offer of $239 million. It has since been determined that the funds will be allocated to a Trust. A Trust Agreement is currently being drafted. According to the approved Tsi Karistisere/Dundee settlement agreement, Section 3.0 […]
Read moreIt was a beautiful day to be Indigenous and Akwesasne was in the mood to celebrate! June 21 was National Indigenous Peoples Day and events were held across the community in honor and observance. Many Akwesasronon and friends from surrounding areas flocked to Kawehno:ke for celebrations at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena and the Native North American Travelling College. There were […]
Read moreTERRITORY OF AKWESASNE — The Chief Referendum Officer (Chief Electoral Officer) Leona Benedict hereby gives notice of an upcoming referendum on the Seaway Claim Settlement Agreement. In accordance with the terms of the Settlement Agreement, the ballot question for this referendum is; “As a voter of the Mohawks of Akwesasne, do you: agree to and approve the terms and […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (ANIHB) would like to remind the community to ensure their health insurance is up-to-date! If your health insurance has expired or lapsed, and you haven’t renewed your RAMQ or OHIP card, and are no longer covered, you could be required to pay out of pocket for health services. NIHB may cover some […]
Read moreThe MCA Environment Program is hosting a bat box assembly workshop! Join us to learn the benefits of bats and build nest boxes to provide homes for them. When: Wednesday, July 5 (5:30 PM – 9 PM)Where: Generations Park Pavilion If you have any questions or would like to register, please reach out to Maegan Mitchell at maegan.mitchell@akwesasne.ca. […]
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