Please join us for a day of discussions on community gardens, nation to nation trading, issues & solutions, and food sustainability! The meeting will be followed by a swap where attendees can trade goods and other items. Date: Saturday, March 9, 2024Time: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Location: Mohawk Nation Longhouse Breakfast and lunch will be provided. To sign […]
Read moreOn Wednesday, February 21, 15 fourth-year medical students from McGill University visited the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) where they met the DOH Administration Team, the Associate Directors, and members of the medical team. They explored the intersection of contemporary healthcare and traditional methods, such as land-based healing, the importance of cultural competency when working and providing […]
Read moreOn Thursday and Friday, February 22 and 23, 2024, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Land-Based Healing Program, in collaboration with Akwesasne Child & Family Services, and Netflix, planned two special screenings for the community Akwesasne for Episode 1 of the new series, Avatar: The Last Airbender at the Port Theatre. Akwesasronon actress Kiawentiio, who is a main cast member […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health is proud to announce a strategic reorganization, marking a significant step toward elevating healthcare services and aligning with the evolving needs of our community. This initiative underscores our commitment to continuous improvement, cultural competency, and community-centered care, all while cultivating an environment of adaptability, kindness, respect, and mutual support. Key Highlights […]
Read moreThe Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center will be hosting AA and NA meetings on Thursdays starting February 1, 2024. Meetings will be held at the SDC building located at 44 James Lane in the District of Kawehno:ke from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Future meetings will be scheduled. If you have any questions, please contact the SDC at 613-932-5050.
Read moreThe MCA Department of Health’s Land-Based Healing Program (LBH) is sponsoring a belt weaving class, hosted by Elisha King. The class will take place every Wednesday in February from 5-7 p.m. at 50 Herne Farm Road. Meal and snacks will be provided at each event. For more information, or to register, please email Steevi King at steevi.king@akwesasne.ca.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Land-Based Healing Program hosted a Clay Pottery Workshop on December 6, 2023. The workshop was hosted by Akwesasronon potter Nihahsenna’a Peters. Workshop attendees were provided with clay, tools, and instruction on how to design their clay pots. Nihahsenna’a also provided the attendees with the historical significance of clay pots to Haudenosaunee culture. Attendees […]
Read moreGambling problems can happen to anyone from any walk of life. Your gambling goes from a fun, harmless diversion to an unhealthy obsession with serious consequences. Whether you bet on sports, scratch cards, roulette, poker, or slots—in a casino, at the track, or online—a gambling problem can strain your relationships, interfere with work, and lead to financial disaster. November 19 – […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to acknowledge our Nurse Practitioner, Janet Brant, and wish her a Happy National Nurse Practitioner Week. National Nurse Practitioner Week is a national week of acknowledgment for all hardworking, dedicated, and caring Nurse Practitioners across the country. National Nurse Practitioners’ Week is being celebrated November 12 – 18, […]
Read moreOn Tuesday, November 21, join the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program for a Lunch & Learn to learn more about beating the winter/holiday blues this season! The session will be held at the St. Regis Recreation Center from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. To register, please contact Kyle Thompson at kyle.thompson@akwesasne.ca or 613-575-2341 ext. 3107.
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