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MCA STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY FOR MIK’MAQ
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is standing in solidarity with the Sipekne’katik First Nation in Nova Scotia in their effort to uphold their inherent right to fish. Acts of violence and racism cannot be tolerated. Our Mohawk community of Akwesasne has experienced our own challenges throughout history maintaining our right to fish, our right to healthy fish, and our […]
Read moreRESPECTFULLY PRACTICING SOCIAL DISTANCING
Social distancing is an active control measure to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Social distancing means maintaining at least 6 feet (2 metres) away from others. Anytime you venture out alone or with your family, please wear a face mask. We are all in this together!
Read moreMCA COVID-19 TESTING SITE RELOCATION
The MCA Department of Health would like to announce that their COVID-19 testing site has been relocated to Third Street in Kana:takon (St. Regis). The mobile testing unit will be stored for the fall & winter months. We anticipate re-activating the mobile unit in the spring of 2021. If you have questions about COVID-19 and testing, please call the MCA […]
Read moreMCA WEDNESDAY CLOSURES
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s non-essential programs and offices will be closed to the public on Wednesdays in order for staff to manage COVID-19 preparations and build employee morale. Essential programs, 24-hour facilities, and some other programs and offices will remain open. The following programs and offices are among those that are OPEN on Wednesdays: Community Health Medical Clinics including […]
Read moreCOMMUNITY HEALTH NEWSLETTER — OCTOBER 2020
The MCA Community Health Program’s monthly newsletter includes important updates and information — see the PDF below to learn more about flu season, tummy time moves for your baby, how to prevent falls for elders and more.
Read moreMCA COVID-19 TESTING STATISTICS AND NATIONAL SITUATION REPORT – OCTOBER 20, 2020
UPHOLDING THE ROSE NOLAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Gifted by the Ted Nolan Foundation, the Indigenous Institutes Consortium has partnered with Indspire to continue the legacy of the Rose Nolan Memorial Scholarship through the Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships & Awards Program. The deadline is approaching, so get your application in soon. For more information or to apply, please visit: https://indspire.ca/programs/students/bursaries-scholarships/
Read moreDRIVE-THROUGH FLU SHOT CLINIC TO BE HELD ON KAWEHNO:KE
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health would like to announce that they will be offering a drive-through seasonal influenza vaccination clinic at the Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic. This is in addition to the previous launch of the 2020-2021 Universal Influenza Immunization Program. To reduce the risk of severe illness that could potentially arise from co-infection with COVID-19 and […]
Read more2020-2021 AKWESASNE HEATING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program will once again be offered for the upcoming 2020-2021 winter months. The eligibility application process now includes Akwesasronon who are residing within the municipal boundary of the City of Cornwall, Ontario, provided the applicant is a registered member of the Mohawk Council of […]
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