The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is advising the community that excessive lighting of fireworks has been creating undue stress on community members. Fireworks create a severe noise disturbance that is alarming and frightening to elders, pets, children, and anyone with disabilities such as autism. They should be used sparingly. MCA has received numerous complaints, and we request that community members be mindful […]

On June 7, 2020, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Marine Unit (SAVE) was conducting pro-active marine patrols on the St. Lawrence River monitoring boating activity. On this date police observed a vessel attend a private landing in Tsi Snaihne (Snye). As police attempted to stop the vessel the driver and passenger both fled on foot in an attempt to evade police. A […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) held a conference call on May 26, 2020 to discuss concerns related to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic. At this time, we are reminding individuals that Akwesasne remains under a State of Emergency and all emergency measures taken continue to be in effect. Community members are asked to continue adhering […]

The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service have received information of a confirmed bear sighting in the area. The bear may be swimming from island to island. Cottagers in the area should take precautions. What to do if you see or encounter a bear on your property.Black bears live mostly in forested areas where they are best able to find food, winter […]

On March 12, 2020, the Akwesasne Justice Department and Akwesasne Review Commission jointly reviewed the COOP (Continuity of Operations Plan) with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic. This pandemic has resulted in many events being cancelled. Based on the guidelines established for prevention measures and to maintain the health and safety of our community and staff, it was determined that the […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Department of Health is advising the community to prepare for upcoming high temperatures and humidity this week. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, facilities that are normally used as cooling centers are not available to provide this service. Please call elders in your family or other high-risk individuals to check on them to make sure they […]

On May 20, 2020, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Marine Unit (SAVE) were conducting pro-active marine patrols on the St. Lawrence River monitoring boating activity. At 12:48 AM, police observed a large white speedboat traveling on the St. Lawrence River without navigation equipment displayed. Police followed the vessel to a private landing in Tsi Snaihne (Snye) and attempted to conduct a […]

MCA Planned Office Closure May 18-22, 2020 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health is preparing for the office closure that is planned for the organization the week of May 18-22, 2020. This closure is needed to complete major renovations and update essential equipment. The MCA Department of Health is notifying the community of the operational status and contact […]