Join the Akwesasne Community Justice Program for an elderberry syrup workshop with Jessica Shenandoah on Wednesday, August 12. The session will take place at 2 p.m. via Zoom and is open to youth ages 12-18. The first 20 registrants will receive an ingredient kit — only one per family. For more information or to register, please contact Erin Seymour at erin.seymour@akwesasne.ca or […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is informing the community that a heat warning is in effect for today (August 10) and tomorrow (August 11). Maximum temperatures today are anticipated to reach between 30 and 32 degrees Celsius with Humidex values near 40. Minimum overnight temperatures will be between 20 and 23 degrees Celsius. Hot and humid air can also bring […]
Read moreOn July 31st, 2020, at approximately 12:40 PM, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service responded to a report of a suspicious male in the wooded area off Wade Lafrance Memorial Road (Dump Rd), in Tsi Snaihne (Snye) QC. Police attended a residence and spoke to the home owner who reported a suspicious male was observed on the property drinking water from an outdoor […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne – Environment Program is hosting a community-wide bioblitz! A bioblitz is a concentrated period of biological surveying in an attempt to record all the living species within a designated area. With the help of Akwesasronon and the app iNaturalist, we can document plants and animals throughout our community, without having to leave your own backyard! The Akwesasne […]
Read moreAkwesasne Child & Family Services is excited to present Life Your Spirits Week! From August 17 – August 21, take part in our weekly activities and events for a chance to win some awesome prizes! Register by calling 613-575-2341 ext. 3139, emailing dorian.benedict@akwesasne.ca, or messaging the ACFS Facebook page.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) has received inquiries from the community regarding policing in Akwesasne. In response, the MCA will be hosting a live Facebook information session on policing in Akwesasne to share information with the entire community. Grand Chief Abram Benedict and Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) Chief of Police Shawn Dulude will co-host the meeting and will […]
Read moreJoin the Akwesasne Community Justice Program and Aronhiaies Herne via Zoom for a discussion on our roles and responsibilities as Onkwehonwe. We all contribute to our community in different ways — learn about tending fire, taking care of your family, understanding aspects of the Ohenton Karihwatehkwen, and more! When: Tuesday, August 11 | 1 PM – 4 PMAges: 12-18 Please pre-register […]
Read moreHOW TO NAVIGATE AKWESASNE TERRITORIAL WATERS SAFELY & RESPECTFULLY Kaniatares translates to “the long river” and is also a name for the St. Lawrence River. The Great St. Lawrence has played an important role in the history and development of Akwesasne. It is an area that connects us all, especially during the warmer months. The St. Lawrence River is […]
Read moreAssault W/ Weapon, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Uttering ThreatsPatrick J. Benedict, 60, of Akwesasne was arrested on July 25, 2020 and charged with Assault w/ Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, and Uttering Threats. It is alleged on July 24, 2020, the male attended a residence in Kana:takon (St. Regis) with a bat and challenged […]
Read morePlease be advised that the Kanonhkwat’sheri:io parking lot has been marked to designate parking areas for patients, clients, expecting mothers, and elders that are attending service appointments and curbside pick-ups. Access to the facility is by scheduled appointment only — no walk-ins will be allowed (no exemptions). The safety of our community, as well as our employees, is of the […]
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