The Akwesasne Community Fund Review Team, on behalf of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, is pleased to announce that applications to receive funding from the Akwesasne Community Fund are now available. Council has set aside a portion of the revenue received from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLGC) to support various initiatives that might not otherwise receive government funding. […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Chief Electoral Officer, Cheryl Jacobs, has provided the official results of the by-election for the Akwesasne Membership Board (District of Kana:takon) that was held on Saturday, April 5, 2025. No appeals were filed by the deadline of 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Official Results for One (1) Seat—Kana:takon 4-Year Term (time remaining): Cody […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Chief Electoral Officer has provided the following unofficial results of the Akwesasne Membership Board By-Election, which was held on Saturday, April 5, 2025. UNOFFICIAL RESULTS Kana:takon District — One (1) seat for a 4-year term (time remaining): Cody David — 33 votesRachel Smoke-Wheatley — 14 votes Unofficial Candidate Elected: Cody David Any appeals to the […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Family Wellness Program is seeking donations for Safe Haven Bundles, an initiative providing essential go-bags to individuals and families escaping domestic violence. These bundles offer comfort and critical resources to those in need. AFWP is accepting donations of: 🎁 Gift Cards (groceries, gas, clothing, local restaurants, etc.)🛁 Personal Care Items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, soap, etc.)🌿 Wellness […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is aware of the concerns surrounding Bill 84 and its potential impact on Indigenous rights. This proposed law aims to enforce a single culture, language, and set of values in Quebec, which has raised questions about how it may affect First Nations communities. MCA has been actively working with Quebec’s Minister Responsible for Indigenous […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is announcing the departure of Director of Community & Social Services Joseph Morin-Lauzon, effective April 1, 2025. Mr. Lauzon served in this role for three and half years, contributing to the growth of the department’s services, especially in the areas of child rights, special needs, and homelessness. His pursuit of partnerships, internally and externally, has […]
Read moreStrong communities start with shared knowledge, hard work, and a commitment to food sovereignty. Join Onkwe for an inspiring discussion on how to create your own food pod — a group of friends, family, and neighbors working together toward sustainability and self-sufficiency. Whether you’re passionate about gardening, canning, seed saving, fishing, hunting, or foraging, forming a pod helps strengthen skills, […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is announcing the departure of the Director of Health Amber Montour, due to personal family reasons. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Amber Montour for the kindness and passion she demonstrated to the community and staff during her tenure, and we acknowledge the positive changes she led in the delivery of health services. Her […]
Read moreThe Chief Electoral Officer is providing the community with the official results of the nominations held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, for the By-Election of the Akwesasne Membership Board. The confirmed nominations are as follows: District of Tsi Snaihne: 1 seat available (two-year term)• Acclaimed to Cathy Mitchell District of Kana:takon: 1 seat available (four-year term) • A By-Election will […]
Read moreThe Ahkwesáhsne Mohawk Board of Education is informing families that student registration for the 2025–2026 school year will open on March 31, 2025, and close on May 30, 2025. Parents and guardians can enroll children in K4 through Grade 8 at any of the three district schools: Ahkwesáhsne Mohawk School (AMS), Kana:takon School, and Tsi Snaihne School. Registration packets will […]
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