Akwesasne has long been a key partner in cross-border collaboration, working alongside governments and agencies to address shared concerns. However, recent discussions about border security in our territory have raised issues regarding decisions being made without our direct involvement. As a sovereign Mohawk Nation, Akwesasne must be included in any discussions that impact our people. We are not a […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 27 at the Kana:takon 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 […]
Read moreOn Saturday, March 8, 2025, the Akwesasne Membership Board By-Election nominations took place at the Kana:takon School and the Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute for the following seats: • District of Kana:takon: One (1) seat for a four-year term • District of Tsi Snaihne: One (1) seat for a two-year term In Tsi Snaihne, one nomination was received, […]
Read moreAt the most recent MCA General Meeting, held on February 27, 2025, a petition was presented calling for an amendment to Section 16 of the Akwesasne Election Law. Pursuant to the Akwesasne Legislative Enactment Procedural Regulations (ALEPR), Section 4.6, for the petition to pass, signatures of 75 eligible voters from each of the three districts (225 total) are required. Each […]
Read moreOnkwe recently held its second annual Nation to Nation Food Sustainability Conference, a powerful step toward reclaiming our food systems and restoring the balance between land, culture, and community. Over the weekend, Akwesasronon and visitors gathered at the Mohawk Nation Longhouse to share knowledge on seed saving, traditional planting, rainwater harvesting, restoring Onkwehonwehnéha ecosystems, and more. Hands-on activities like mushroom […]
Read moreIt is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Dorothy (Karihwenhawe) Lazore, of Tsi Snaihne on March 6, 2025. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne extends its heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and the countless students whose lives she touched. Dorothy was a devoted champion of the Mohawk language, dedicating her life to its preservation […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Membership Board held nominations today, Saturday, March 8, 2025 for open seats in the districts of Kana:takon and Tsi Snaihne. The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Cheryl Jacobs has released the following UNOFFICIAL list of nominees. UNOFFICIAL NOMINATIONS FOR THE DISTRICT OF KANA:TAKON One (1) seat for a 4-year term (time remaining) NOMINEE: NOMINATED BY: SECONDED BY: Cody […]
Read moreAt the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) General Meeting on January 30, 2025, held in the District of Kawehno:ke, two (2) petitions were presented to remove two (2) sitting members of Council under Section 16.(2)(a) of the Akwesasne Election Law. On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) presented the petition results at the General Meeting (duly convened meeting […]
Read moreKawehno:ke, Akwesasne – On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) executed a Criminal Code search warrant at a residence on Martin Road, Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island). The warrant was issued following an investigation conducted by the Akwesasne Organized Crime Unit. During the search, police seized items related to the investigation. Peter Martin, 50, was arrested […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has scheduled its District and General Meetings for the upcoming months. Community members are encouraged to attend and stay informed on important discussions and updates. District Meetings All District Meetings will begin at 6 p.m. at the respective district recreation centers: March 17, 2025 April 14, 2025 May 12, 2025 June 23, 2025 […]
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