Category: News

MCA HOSTS ELECTORAL OFFICERS TRAINING & SWEARING-IN CEREMONY

Recently, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held an Electoral Officers Training for the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Deputy Electoral/Referendum Officers (DEO/DRO), and Uniformed Security Personnel (USP).   Congratulations to our newest Chief Electoral Officer and Deputy Electoral/Referendum Officers that will be serving their terms for the next three years: Theresa Thompson, CEODakota Caldwell, DEO/DROArlene David, DEO/DROMaryann Jacobs, DEO/DROMargaret Thomas-Jock, DEO/DROAshley […]

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NOTICE OF NOMINATIONS FOR MCA GENERAL ELECTION

Notice is hereby given that nominations of the eligible Mohawk members of Akwesasne will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. for the purpose of nominating candidates for the positions of Grand Chief and District Chiefs for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, for the next ensuing term.  There are four District Chiefs positions […]

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GIRLS SK8 DAY 2024

Join the Akwesasne Skatepark and Akwesasne Child & Family Services for the the second annual Girls Sk8 Day! Stop by the skatepark on Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for a day of celebrating girls, skateboarding, art and music.   Girls Sk8 Day is open to everyone. This is a fun opportunity to take lessons, hang out […]

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IETHIRIHWAKWENÍEN:ST NE KONNONKWE — WE HONOR HER

Join the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program and our community partners for a day of awareness in honor of Missing/Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirits!   When: May 5, 2024Where: Generations ParkTime: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.   On May 5, 2024, stop by Generations Park from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. to help us welcome the Indigenous Environmental Network and […]

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HOME ALONE SAFETY TRAINING

Akwesasne Child & Family Services (ACFS) is hosting a home alone safety training with First Aid Canada! This training is open to youth ages 9-11 who haven’t already received certification. When: April 20, 2024 (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.)Where: Kawehno:ke Recreation Center Space is limited so register soon! For more information, or to sign up for the training, please contact […]

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NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS WEEK CONTEST

In celebration of National Immunization Awareness Week, MCA’s Community Health Services (CHS) will be holding a contest!   Entering the contest is easy: just submit your immunization record to the CHS program by Tuesday, April 30.   Individuals who update their record will also be entered into the drawing.   If you have any questions or would like more information, […]

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KITCHEN TABLE DISCUSSIONS

The MCA Department of Health’s Mental Health & Wellness Sector would like to invite Akwesasne community members to participate in casual Kitchen Table Discussions on addictions services and the Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center.   Sessions will take place:   Friday, April 19St. Regis Recreation Center11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 22Kawehno:ke Recreation Center6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 29Tsi Snaihe […]

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NOTES OF KNOWLEDGE: HOW TERES ADAMS IS HARMONIZING OUR HERITAGE

In the realm of language and cultural preservation, Teres Konwarihwaień:ni Adams strikes a chord. Teres has dedicated her expansive and commendable career to teaching Kanien’kéha. Through innovative methods, perseverance and an unwavering commitment to the Mohawk culture, she is doing her part in revitalizing the language—all through the power of music.   Teres joined the Department of Language and Culture […]

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FINANCIAL BASICS WORKSHOP

Are you money smart? Learn money management skills for life at our financial basics workshop!   Join us on April 18, 2024 from 2-7 p.m. at the Kawehno:ke Recreation to learn more about budgeting, managing expenses, understanding credit, savings, and more.   If you have any questions or would like to register, please email csp@akwesasne.ca with the subject line “Financial […]

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FOOD SAFETY TRAINING

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) is excited to be hosting a food safety training for interested community members!   When: April 25, 2024Where: A’nowara’ko:wa ArenaTime: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.   The DOH is committed to improving our food safety and is providing this training for any vendor/caterer in Akwesasne who wishes to be considered for […]

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