TRADITIONAL MEDICINES WOMEN’S GROUP — JULY 2023

The MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program’s monthly women’s group with Traditional Medicines will be hosting a workshop on traditional pottery for July 2023.   Join us on Wednesday, July 5 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the St. Regis Recreation Center. If you have any questions, please contact WHW Traditional Medicines at 613-575-2341 ext. 3100.  

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COMMUNITY HEALTH FITNESS CALENDAR — JULY 2023

The Community Health Program is sharing their July 2023 Fitness Program calendar with the community.   Please note that any scheduled classes will be cancelled if MCA is closed for any reason. Other issues may arise that will cause fitness classes to be cancelled. Please check the Community Health Program’s Facebook Page for any updates/cancellations.   If you have any […]

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DISTRICT CHIEF REMOVED FROM OFFICE BY PETITION

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is notifying the community that Kana:takon District Chief Larry King has been removed from office as of June 29, 2023 by community petition.   According to Section 16 (2)(a) of the Akwesasne Election Law, a petition to remove a District Chief must be signed by “an equal number of votes plus one from the official […]

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AMBE ELECTION FOR DISTRICT OF KANA:TAKON

The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education has requested that an election be held for the following seats: District of Kana:takon – Two 3-year terms   Nominations will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 from the hours of 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the following locations: District of Kana:takon – Kana:takon School   An election, if needed, will be […]

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COUNCIL HOLDING SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING TO PRESENT PETITION RESULTS

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is notifying the community that a petition to remove Kawehno:ke District Chief Vince Thompson was presented at the June 29, 2023 MCA General Meeting by a community member.   According to Section 16 (2)(a) of the Akwesasne Election Law, a petition to remove a District Chief must be signed by “an equal number of votes […]

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BODY FOUND IN ST. LAWRENCE RIVER

The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is investigating the discovery of a deceased person in the St. Lawrence River on Monday, July 3, 2023 at approximately 2 p.m.  The body was recovered in the vicinity of Ross Island, Akwesasne.   Police are awaiting confirmation from the coroner’s office regarding the identity of the individual.  We will share this information as soon […]

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MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE TO HOLD BY-ELECTION

The Executive Director has called for a by-election for the position for one (1) District Chief in the District of Kana:takon, which will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Nominations will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kana:takon School. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate […]

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ELDERS LAVENDER PICKING

Elders ages 55+ are invited to join the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program for lavender picking in Williamstown!   When: Tuesday, July 4 (10AM – 2PM)Where: Lou Lou Lavender (Williamstown, ON)   Transportation is available and space is limited to 8 people.   If you have any questions or would like to register, please email wathahonni.mitchell@akwesasne.ca or call 613-575-2341 […]

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MCA GENERAL MEETING — JUNE 2023

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 29 at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center, 6 p.m. start time.   The MCA General Meeting will be a hybrid event (in-person and virtual). To receive the meeting link, please email meetings@akwesasne.ca. Questions and comments can also be sent to this email prior to the […]

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ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY CLAIM — COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSIONS

The Aboriginal Rights and Research Office would like to announce the upcoming Community Information Sessions regarding the St. Lawrence Seaway Claim Referendum. These sessions are to inform the community about the history of the claim, the proposed settlement agreement, and the voting dates and methods.    All community members are welcome to attend these sessions: Wednesday, July 19, 2023 @ […]

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