For more information about Fall 2020 programs, how to apply or to talk to a Student Support Liaison at Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education and Training Institute, call 613-577-1919. Available Tuesdays & Thursdays (10 AM – 1 PM) from April 28 – May 28.
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police are investigating a report of an unidentified body of a deceased male, located south of a residence on River Road in the district of Tsi Snaihne (Snye), Akwesasne, Quebec. On April 30, 2020 at 9:00 AM, Central Dispatch received a call of an unresponsive male located on a private property in Tsi Snaihne. Officers responded to […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s offices will be closed on Friday, May 1 in observance of Saiowisakeron (Jake Fire) Day. Essential services, 24-hour care facilities, and the Emergency Operation Center will remain operational. Offices will resume normal business hours on Monday, May 4.
Read moreHelp Respect and Protect our Elders Warmer weather is on the horizon and the residents of both Tsiionkwanonhso:te Longterm Care Facility and Iakhihsohtha Lodge are looking forward to enjoying their outdoor spaces. The healthcare workers at both facilities have been working hard to implement the ever-changing guidelines for long term care facilities. Allowing residents to sit on their verandas while […]
Read moreYou can virtually connect with others to practice activities like studying speeches for ceremonies and sharing stories or traditional teachings. Platforms like Zoom, WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Facebook Messenger are great tools to help you stay connected socially, while we have to remain distant physically.
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Ambulance Unit’s Critical Care Emergency Medical Technician Supervisor Melanie Jacobs explains the COVID-19 pre-screening questions that are asked by AMPS dispatch and the importance of honestly answering these questions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency and are in Akwesasne, please call Emergency Dispatch at 613-575-2000. Akwesasne Mohawk Ambulance will respond to calls in both the northern […]
Read moreA MESSAGE FROM THE WHOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM TRADITIONAL MEDICINE TEAM Remember, ceremony is where you are. Here are some activities you can do at home: Smudge your home with cedar, sage and white pine Pray Make tobacco ties Offer tobacco Practice our language Use your rattle Study the speeches for our ceremonies Drum and/or sing songs Harvest and […]
Read moreUnder Kaienthóhsera – Akwesasne Garden Initiative, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is attempting to help alleviate some food needs by providing raised garden beds to individual households. Each package will include an 8’x4’x1′ raised garden bed that will be delivered and installed to the residence. The soil will be provided as well as a tray of plants to be planted […]
Read moreAkwesasne Career & Employment Support Services Can Assist You CANADA EMERGENCY RELIEF BENEFIT (CERB)Will provide a benefit of $2,000 every 4 weeks for up to 16 weeks to eligible workers who have lost their income due to COVID-19. The CERB is available to workers who meet all of the following conditions:• Reside in Canada and are at least 15 years old.• […]
Read moreSee the attached flyers from the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and CKON Radio for some helpful hints on how to properly wear homemade masks. Please remember: the BEST way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is by practicing social distancing! In New York State, all individuals going into a public area (like a grocery store or […]
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