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 […]

A single family home is for sale and accepting bids starting at $100,000. The home is a 1600 sq ft 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow with a full basement and crawl space. The house sits on a .40 acre lot and is on MCA’s water & sewer line.   The deadline to make an offer is April 1, 2022. Bids must be […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is conducting a callout for 2 Trust Overseers to advise the Community Trustee as a part of the Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust.   Deadline to apply: Friday, April 8 at 4 p.m.   If you have any questions, please contact Chelsea Francis at chelsea.francis@akwesasne.ca. Applications can be picked up at the MCA Admin. 1 Building […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 24 at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center, 6 p.m. start time.   The MCA General Meeting will be a hybrid event (in-person and virtual). To receive the general meeting link, please email meetings@akwesasne.ca.   Note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to attend the meeting in […]