The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) proudly presented a cheque in the amount of $151,753 to the Tsiakwawennatónhe’ts Mohawk Language and Culture Program, in support of their efforts to complete construction of a new school building dedicated to language revitalization in Akwesasne. Tsiakwawennatónhe’ts, meaning “We are bringing the life fire back to our language,” aims to bring back the Kanien’kehá:ka language by […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Storm U13 and U15 players brought a lacrosse medicine game to our beloved totas at Tsiionkwanonhso:te. The game was organized between the Akwesasne Storm lacrosse organization, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Traditional Medicine, Addictions Services, and Land-Based Healing Programs. A special nia:wen/thank you to LaToya Rourke from Land-Based Healing for organizing the speakers and presenters. The totas and the […]
Read moreThe MCA Land-Based Healing Program is excited to offer O’rhotseri Green Bean Teachings for community members, guided by Aronhiaies Herne! To accommodate more participants, two sessions will be offered: July 23, 2025 | 5:00–8:00 PM A’nowara’ko:wa Arena – Turtle Room July 28, 2025 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM A’nowara’ko:wa Arena – Turtle Room No registration is required – just come and […]
Read moreIn the 1980s, fish tumours were identified as a concern in the St. Lawrence River due to industrial pollution. Since then, the Remedial Action Plan (RAP) has worked to restore the river’s health and reduce the impact of historical contaminants. Recent reports now show that fish in this area are no more likely to have tumours than fish elsewhere in […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service invites all community members to join the next Community Skén:nen Meal Gathering on Wednesday, July 23 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Kana:takon Recreation Center. These informal monthly meals provide a welcoming space to share food and engage in positive, respectful conversations with AMPS officers — not just in uniform, but as members […]
Read moreAkwesasne Child & Family Services, MCA Land-Based Healing, and Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness are inviting women ages 16+ to a special workshop series focused on strengthening the mind, body, and spirit! 🗓 Dates: July 28, August 11, 18 & 25 🕠 Time: 5:30 p.m. start 🍽 Dinner provided at each session. 📍 Full schedule and locations will be shared with confirmed […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) will be offering a pop-up location for laminated status card renewals — bringing services directly to the District of Kana:takon for community convenience. Join us on Saturday, July 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the MCA Administration 1 Building (12 Akwesasne St., Kana:takon). Appointments are required — […]
Read moreThrough conversations with local Residential School Survivors, a need has been identified to hold a meaningful Orange Shirt Day event within the community of Akwesasne. Survivors shared that commemoration should happen locally — where they feel rooted, seen, and supported. This collaborative event between the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) will take […]
Read moreLooking to better understand diabetes and how to eat well to manage or prevent it? Join Registered Dietitian Anne-Charlotte George from the MCA Department of Health for a Lunch & Learn focused on healthy eating habits for diabetes. 🥗 Each session includes: ✅ Practical tips for diabetes-friendly meals ✅ A light 15-minute movement break with Krista ✅ A healthy lunch — on us! […]
Read moreOur amazing totas turned into the cat’s meow this National Kitten Day! With hearts full of joy and laps full of fur, the elders spent the day cuddling, giggling, and bonding with the cutest little fur babies you’ve ever seen. It was a paws-itively delightful time filled with whiskers, purrs, and pure happiness! A huge nia:wen to Duley Mitchell and […]
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