The MCA Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Community & Social Services (DCSS) hosted an appreciation luncheon for their summer interns. Friday, August 16th marked their last day of internship before they return to their fall semester schools. The interns were gifted with floral arrangements from The Crazy Daisy Floral Studio and treated to a lunch catered […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Community and Social Services (DCSS) is issuing a call out to organizations passionate about enhancing the well-being of children and families within our community through prevention services. We recognize the critical role of early intervention and support in fostering healthy family dynamics and child development. As such, we invite proposals from organizations capable […]
Read moreAkwesasne Child & Family Services (ACFS) is hosting a home alone safety training with First Aid Canada! This training is open to youth ages 9-11 who haven’t already received certification. When: April 20, 2024 (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.)Where: Kawehno:ke Recreation Center Space is limited so register soon! For more information, or to sign up for the training, please contact […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is currently compiling a database of individuals and contractors who may be able to provide respite care (temporary care) to the vulnerable sector. Care is sought for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism and other special needs. Respite care is typically short-term but can provide a priceless care to the client and the client’s primary caregiver. […]
Read moreDo you want to lower your Cornwall Electric Bill? The Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) is a government program that helps low-income families lower their hydro bill costs. In partnership with the MCA Community Support Program, OESP will conduct two Akwesasne information sessions. WHAT: Info sessions on a program to help customers lower their Cornwall Electricity billWHO: This program is open to […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Community & Social Services (DCSS) and JT Business Services have teamed up to provide a personality dimensions workshop for the community! Join us to learn how to unlock the secrets of your success through the exploration of personality traits. When: January 25, 2024 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)Where: A’nowara’ko:wa Arena (Turtle Room) For more […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Support Program (CSP) would like to inform the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program (AHAP) application process will be extending times on certain dates to accommodate anyone not able to come and fill out an application from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The final application deadline will be Friday, December 15, 2023, at […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Community & Social Services (DCSS) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants on child welfare related to mentorship and quality services for our Children’s Aid Society. Deadline to submit: September 22, 2023 Inquiries and proposals must be submitted electronically to joseph.morin-lauzon@akwesasne.ca.
Read moreOn Monday, July 31, 2023, the Ottawa REDBLACKS and the University of Ottawa Gee-Gee’s hosted a football camp for local Akwesasne and area youth. Ben Maracle, a resident of Tyendinaga, and quarterback for the University of Ottawa Gee-Gee’s hosted the event at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena in the hopes of building the sport of football in indigenous communities. The football […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Child & Family Services Traditional Support Unit will be giving away book bags to college-bound students! Book bags include items such as sage to smudge, relaxation teas, and stress relief tools to help with overall physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. If you’ve received a bag in the past, you will not be eligible for this year’s […]
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