What a turnout for the Earth Day Tree and Seed Giveaway held on Saturday, April 26, at the Travis Solomon Lacrosse Box! Akwesasronon enjoyed a morning filled with educational booths, activities, and free tree and seed giveaways, all while celebrating the 2025 theme: “Our power, our planet.” Niawenhkó:wa to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Environment Division for organizing such a […]
Read moreOn Saturday, April 12, the MCA Environment Program hosted a Black Ash Bookmark Workshop with Carrie Hill of Chill Baskets, where participants got hands-on and crafted their own traditional bookmarks from black ash — just in time for some new spring reads! Five lucky bookworms also went home with a book by an Indigenous author! The day included catering by […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Infrastructure, Housing & Environment (DIHE) is pleased to welcome Daryl Seymour as the new Capital Planning & Development Engineer. As a dedicated community member from Akwesasne, Daryl brings valuable experience, insight, and a deep understanding of the community’s infrastructure needs. A Licensed Professional Engineer and graduate of Bucknell University with a degree in […]
Read moreJoin the Akwesasne Task Force on the Environment and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Environment Division for their annual Earth Day Tree & Seed Giveaway! 🌍 📅 Saturday, April 26⏰ 9 AM – 12 PM 📍 Travis Solomon Lacrosse Box (Generations Park) Stop by for giveaways, resources, and a chance to connect with others who care about the environment. The MCA […]
Read moreA winter wonderland may look magical, but hidden hazards can put you and your community at risk. Here’s how you can help keep everyone safe this season: 🔹 Clear Fire Hydrants – Firefighters need quick access in an emergency. Shovel around hydrants so they stay visible and accessible. 🔹 Check Your Vents – Snow-covered vents and exhaust pipes can lead […]
Read moreAkwesasronon, we’re taking strides toward protecting our land and waters. Join the MCA Environment Program for an Environmental Program Update on Wednesday, February 5, from 6–7 p.m. at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena. Join us for two engaging parts to the event. First, we’ll explore how nature-based solutions can help combat erosion. Then, we’ll review the St. Lawrence River Remedial Action Plan […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is proud to announce that the Water/Wastewater Program has been nominated for the prestigious 2024 National First Nations Water Leadership Award! This recognition highlights the exceptional dedication and leadership demonstrated by the following individuals: John Adams Clayton Barnes John ‘Tate’ Lazore Pat David Keith Mitchell Tom Oakes Conway Thompson Shane Francis Craig Cree The National […]
Read moreBundle up and get ready to reel in the fun this winter! Join the MCA Environment team for an ice fishing adventure at Hoople Bay in Ingleside, Ontario, on Friday, February 14, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. We’ll provide all the essentials to help you hook a great catch: huts, bait, rods, firewood, and even lunch! Don’t let this […]
Read moreTenders are hereby invited for the supply of goods specified for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne facilities’ Heating Fuel/Fuel Oil supply needed for the 2024-2025 heating season. Tender documents can be sent to you by contacting the Department of Infrastructure’ Housing & Environment (DIHE) via e-mail at kbigtree.dihe@akwesasne.ca. All materials furnished must conform to the accepted tender as specified. Tender contractors […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Infrastructure, Housing and Environment (DIHE) requests proposals from interested contractors to provide snow removal and de-icing services to MCA facility parking lots and entrance access in coordination with the DIHE maintenance and Housing sectors. DIHE requires snow removal, salting mixture spreading on Snow and Ice conditions for the identified Mohawk Council of […]
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