CELEBRATING AKWESASNE ART: KIRBY THOMPSON’S MURAL UNVEILED AT SIBC

On June 19, the Seaway International Bridge Corporation (SIBC) proudly hosted a meaningful and vibrant event celebrating the unveiling of a new mural ‘Three Sisters’ by Kirby Thompson, a talented Akwesasronon artist and daughter of Chief Vince Thompson of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA). Kirby, who also works with SIBC, continues to use her art to uplift and reflect […]

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SUNSHINE & SMILES DELIVERED TO TOTAS & STAFF AT TSIIONKWANONHSO:TE

Our beloved totas were recently treated to a scrumptious luncheon from none other than the local favourite, Sunshine Chinese Food Restaurant!    The residents were absolutely overjoyed to indulge in their favourite dishes, along with some new sampler dishes that Sunshine asked the residents and staff to try before adding them to their full menu. Talk about a tasty sneak […]

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MCA GENERAL MEETING — JUNE 2025

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled for Ohiarí:ha/June 26, 2025 at the Kana:takon Recreation Center, 6 p.m. start time.   The MCA General Meeting will be a hybrid event (in-person and virtual). To receive the Zoom meeting link, please email meetings@akwesasne.ca. Questions and comments can also be sent to this email prior to the General Meeting for […]

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A BERRY GOOD TIME: STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL CELEBRATES CULTURE, COMMUNITY & KEN’NIIOHONTÉHSHA 2025

The scent of ken’niiohontéhsha (strawberries) filled the air in and around the Kana:takon Recreation Center as the AMBE Mohawk Language & Culture Program hosted its first Strawberry Festival — a celebration rooted in tradition, community, and creativity. Held on June 17, the event welcomed community members of all ages to enjoy a day of strawberry-themed activities, games, crafts, and teachings. […]

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SEED SONGS TEACHINGS SERIES

The MCA Land-Based Healing Program invites the community to take part in Seed Songs Teachings with the Kontiwennake’tskwás Singing Group — a powerful opportunity to reconnect with the land through traditional song. 🎶 🗓️ June 23, 24, 25 & 30📍 A’nowara’kó:wa Arena🕕 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. These gatherings honour the songs that call to our seed relatives — songs […]

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SLIME, SMILES, AND STORIES AT TSIIONKWANONHSO:TE!

Last week, the halls of the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) facility were filled with laughter, joy, and a little bit of slime! 🧼✨   A group of bright and caring Akwesasne youth made a heartwarming visit to our beloved totas, spending the day chatting, giggling, and — yes — teaching them how to make slime!   The elders were all […]

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HELPING FAMILIES UNDERSTAND DEMENTIA WORKSHOP

The Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care facility (LTC) is hosting the workshop “Helping Families Understand Dementia with Josee.” The workshop will be hosted by Josée Desrochers Luduc, Education Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Society of Cornwall & District.   The workshop will take place on Monday, June 16 at the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care facility’s South Activity Room from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.    […]

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SUSPECTED HUMAN SMUGGLING OPERATION DISRUPTED ON KAWEHNO:KE

Akwesasne, ON – On June 7, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) was contacted by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police regarding a serious incident involving suspected human smuggling.   Three individuals — an adult male, an adult female, and a child — were intercepted by Tribal Police in the area of Raquette Point, Akwesasne, […]

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SUPPORT EFFORTS UNDERWAY FOR SANDY LAKE FAMILIES

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is extending its full support to over 375 evacuees from Sandy Lake First Nation who have arrived at the Devcore Centre in Cornwall due to the ongoing wildfire emergency in Northern Ontario. The City of Cornwall, the Canadian Red Cross, and other key partners have activated a coordinated response to provide shelter, medical care, and […]

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2SLGBTQIA+ BEACH DAY AT BARNHART

Dive into summer fun with the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program on June 30 at Barnhart Beach! From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., enjoy games, family-friendly activities, beach yoga, and tasty food and drinks. 🏖️ Everyone’s invited — let’s celebrate Pride Month and soak up the sunshine together! 🌈☀️  

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