The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne kicked off the second year of their term this month by gathering for a 2-day retreat at the Strathmere Inn in Ottawa. The full 13-person Council attended for two days of discussions, planning, and prioritizing, with a mix of laughter, games and communication thrown into the mix. Mohawk Government Support Manager Chelsea Francis facilitated the […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is currently looking to fill one vacant seat on the Akwesasne Legislative Commission (ALC) for the district of Kana:takon. 
The Akwesasne Legislative Commission was established to oversee, receive community input, and provide community guidance and direction in the development of Akwesasne Laws. In doing so, the Akwesasne Legislative Commission endeavors to protect the collective rights […]

Join the Community Health program each week for FREE community-based fitness sessions from July through September! When: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10 AM – 10:45 AMWhere: Tri-District Elders | Kawehno:ke For more information, please contact Rachel George at 613-575-2341 ext. 3241 or at rachel.george@akwesasne.ca.  

August is Kinship Awareness Month — help us celebrate with a Family Fun Day filled with fun activities such as a photo booth, family obstacle course, music, food and prizes! When: Thursday, August 15 | 5 PM – 7 PMWhere: Kana:takon Recreation Center This community event is proudly sponsored by Akwesasne Child & Family Services in collaboration with Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness, the […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Office of Vital Statistics will be hosting Will Writing Workshops for the community. Some of the topics to be discussed will cover the importance of making a will, ensuring your land is in order, drafting a will and more. Attend any of our community information sessions: Tsi Snaihne — Akwesasne Homemakers Thursday, August 15 | […]

Commencing Monday, July 29, 2019, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service will be conducting a Community Satisfaction Survey on policing services as it prepares to re-vamp their Business Operating Plan. Members of the community will be contacted at random by telephone to complete a brief 5-minute telephone survey. Officers will also distribute copies of the survey to community members that will include a […]

The Department of Technical Services (DTS) is currently undergoing its customary MCA facilities Asset Condition Reporting System (ACRS) inspections starting mid-July, and has procured the services of Lowe-Gravelle and Associates for the inspection services.This notice is to advise MCA staff and community that they may notice new people in and around MCA facilities and infrastructure assets taking pictures and documenting […]

Extreme heat often results in the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards. Extreme heat is defined as a long period (2 to 3 days) of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees. In extreme heat, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. This can lead to death […]

Special General Meeting vote scheduled for July 27, 2019 at 10:00am TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE – A Special General Meeting will be held to hold a secret ballot vote on the following question: “Do you approve the Akwesasne Financial Administration Law?” The Special General Meeting will be held on: Saturday, July 27, 2019 Starting at 10:00 a.m. A’nowara’ko:wa Arena Turtle Room […]