Author: Communications Unit

MINISTER OF PUBLIC SAFETY VISITS AKWESASNE TO DISCUSS BORDER SECURITY & COMMUNITY PRIORITIES

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) welcomed the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety Canada, for his first official visit to the community. The visit highlighted Akwesasne’s vital role in border security and the ongoing jurisdictional and economic challenges of being a cross-border First Nation.  The Minister’s visit included stops at the Cornwall Port of Entry, a cultural event […]

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TETEWATA’THERÍ:KE — WE ARE FILLING OUR BASKET

The Akwesasne Child & Family Services Traditional Support Unit is excited to host a 6-week spiritual initiative for young women! Join us for workshops and presentations that will teach life skills and enrich your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual knowledge. These weekly events will be held from May 29 – July 5, 2025 and are open to girls ages 14-18. […]

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AMBE CULTURAL CELEBRATION KICKS OFF

Today, the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education launched the first round of its annual Cultural Celebration — and our youngest learners lit up the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena! The gym echoed with laughter and tiny footsteps as students from the Early Years and Grades 1–3 sang, danced, and celebrated our Onkwehonwe culture through music, movement, and traditional dress.   As a special […]

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RAKENI & ME: HAIR CLASS WITH TISHA THOMPSON

Akwesasne Child & Family Services invites fathers and their little ones to a fun and hands-on hair styling class just for rakenis! 💈 Join us on Sunday, June 1 from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. at AMBE Building Blocks (191 Rita Lane, Kawehno:ke) for a chance to learn simple hair techniques and spend some quality time together. Whether you’re brushing, braiding, […]

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PLANT WALK

Join Thompson Island Cultural Camp for a lunch-hour plant walk with renowned herbalist 7Song this Thursday, May 22 at Tsiionkwanatiio (Route 37C) from 12:00–1:30 p.m. This walk is best suited for those with some experience or background in plants or traditional medicine. A light lunch will be provided — while supplies last! 📧 No registration required, but if you have […]

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NOTICE OF TENDER: TSI SNAIHNE SCHOOL WALKING PATH

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Infrastructure, Housing & Environment (DIHE) is inviting tenders for the preparation and development of a walking path at Tsi Snaihne School. Interested contractors are asked to submit sealed tenders to the attention of DIHE Director Leslie Papineau. Tenders will be accepted at the Cornwall Island Administration Building No. 3 until 11:00 a.m. on […]

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MCA GENERAL MEETING — MAY 2025

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled for Onerahtohkó:wa/May 29, 2025 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 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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MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS SUPPORT IS HERE FOR YOU

Feeling overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? The MCA Department of Health’s Mental Health & Wellness Sector offers confidential support for both community members and employees.   Therapy and addictions counselling are available through virtual and phone appointments, as well as in-person sessions at satellite locations throughout Cornwall.   We can also connect you with trusted community partners for additional […]

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OVS POP-UP LOCATION FOR STATUS CARDS

The 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 Tsi Snaihne for community convenience.   Join us on Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education and Training Institute. Appointments are required — please […]

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AKWESASNE FABLAB CELEBRATES FOURTH GRADUATING COHORT

Congratulations to the fourth graduating cohort of the Akwesasne FabLab! 🎓 Your creativity, commitment, and drive have led you to this incredible achievement. Over the past 24 weeks, you’ve explored cutting-edge technology, built valuable skills, and embraced culture, innovation, and community every step of the way. The Akwesasne FabLab — hosted through Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute — empowers […]

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