DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROVIDES MEALS ON WHEELS UPDATE

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Department of Health is providing the community with an update on Meals on Wheels (MOW) dates. The Meals on Wheels Program is distributed through the Iakhihsohtha Lodge. MOW will be delivered on December 27th, 28th, and 29th. MOW will not be delivered on holiday dates. The MOW program will resume regular delivery hours after […]

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IOHAHI:IO — CORNBREAD WORKSHOP

Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute is excited to host a workshop led by Ionte’s Cornbread!   There will be three workshops, all held at Iohahi:io from 5-7 p.m.   January 13: Corn Mush January 19: Corn Washing January 23: Cornbread   Registration is open for one workshop or all three sessions. Seating is limited. To register or for more […]

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LEARN ONLINE: OHÉN:TON KARIHWATÉHKWEN

The MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program’s Traditional Medicines Unit is excited to host virtual classes on the Ohén:ton Karihwatéhkwen (Opening/Thanksgiving Address).   The class will be held on Mondays at 8:30 a.m. from January 2 – February 27, 2022. To register, please email jasmine.jimerson@akwesasne.ca or call Traditional Medicines at 613-575-2341 ext. 3100.  

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KANA:TAKON DISTRICT CHIEF LARRY KING SWORN INTO OFFICE

On December 15, 2022, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne officially swore in Kana:takon District Chief Larry King who was elected in the December 3, 2022 by-election. Justice Alexandra David administered the oath of office and community members and members of Council, staff, and the King family attended the ceremony held at the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility.   Chief King will serve […]

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TOM PORTER VISITS AND SPEAKS WITH INDIGENOUS STUDENTS AT CCVS

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Department of Health’s Land-Based Healing Program was proud to sponsor a discussion with indigenous high school students at CCVS and renowned speaker and cultural historian, Tom Porter. Mr. Porter spoke to a group of more than 60 students.   Mr. Porter led a discussion about self-identity and self-care using traditional longhouse teachings. He shared his […]

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AKWESASNE COMMUNITY HEALING FUND RECIPIENTS

The COVID-19 Global Pandemic has created and exacerbated mental health illnesses and struggles for many communities, Akwesasne included. The Community of Akwesasne has many families affected by grief, loss, addictions, economic uncertainty, and COIVD related challenges.   In late 2021, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne approved the allocation of resources to create the Akwesasne Community Healing Fund to support healing […]

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CHP FLU SHOT CLINIC DECEMBER 2022

The MCA Community Health Program (CHP) has an upcoming walk-in clinic scheduled for community members that would like to receive their flu shot.   Tuesday, December 2010 a.m. – 6 p.m.Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io (Community Health Office)   Appointments to receive your flu shot can also be made with the Community Health Program or with the Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (KMC).   If you […]

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