Join us for an evening of stories from the skies and stars! The Akwesasne Child & Family Services’ Traditional Support Unit invites you to a special Haudenosaunee Astronomy presentation with Samantha Doxtator, who will share celestial teachings passed down through our people. 🌟 📅 Date: June 3, 2025⏰ Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.📍 Location: AMBE Building Blocks (191 Rita […]
Read moreToday, the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education hosted its very first Middle School Unity Day — a celebration of togetherness, wellness, and fun at Generations Park! Grade 6, 7, and 8 students from all district schools came together for a day filled with kickball, lacrosse, basketball, cornhole, arts and crafts, and more. One special activity — the Unity Basket […]
Read moreIt may have been a rainy day in Akwesasne, but that didn’t stop the celebration! The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education held its second and final Cultural Celebration of the school year — and what a beautiful gathering it was. Students from Grades 4–8, along with some graduating CCVS high schoolers, filled the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena with energy, laughter, and pride […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Infrastructure, Housing & Environment is pleased to launch the First Nations Child and Family Services (FNCFS) Home Repair Program — an initiative designed to support Akwesasne families with essential home repairs. This program is available to community members living with children under 18 who need critical repairs to their primary residence, such […]
Read moreThe 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. […]
Read moreToday, 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 […]
Read moreAkwesasne 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, […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is committed to supporting our community during these challenging times. In response to the rising cost of food driven by inflation, global tariff concerns, and the unfavourable currency exchange rate, we are pleased to announce a one-time assistance payment of $1,000 to help community households manage these challenges. This initiative aims to provide immediate […]
Read moreOn May 6, 2025, Grand Chief Leonard Lazore represented the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne at a special event hosted by the University of Ottawa, marking the conclusion of its 2019 – 2024 Indigenous Action Plan. The ceremony not only reflected on the institution’s ongoing efforts toward reconciliation and inclusion, but also looked ahead to a future built on stronger partnerships […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service was honored to spend a heartwarming afternoon at the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care Facility, sharing lunch and laughter with our beloved totas! A special nia:wen goes out to Community Service Officer Nathan Thompson and Marcey Thompson of Akwesasne Child & Family Services for their kindness and dedication. We also extend our deepest thanks to […]
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