The Ontario government has announced they are expanding the eligibility for fourth doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to individuals aged 60 and up, as well as First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals and their non-indigenous household members ages 18 and up, beginning on April 17th. The fourth dose will provide an extra layer of protection against the Omicron and BA.2 […]
Read moreWILL REASSESS MANDATE ON MAY 1ST The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is informing the community that the mask mandate has been extended through the month of April. MCA has chosen to continue the mask mandate due to the increase in local positive COVID-19 cases, as well as an increase in cases and hospitalizations in neighbouring communities. MCA will […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 28 at 6 p.m. at the Kana:takon Recreation Center. The district meetings will be held in person at the recreation centers and the MCA General Meeting will be a hybrid event (in-person and virtual). To receive the Zoom link, or to submit any questions […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Non-Insured Health Benefits (ANIHB) Program is reminding community members of the criteria for prescription drug coverage. To qualify for ANIHB coverage, one must be registered with the Mohawks of Akwesasne, be a resident of Canada, and possess a valid provincial health card (OHIP, QHIP/RAMQ, etc.). ANIHB is able to provide coverage for prescription […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports thirty-two (32) positive cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of April 11, 2022. This reporting period is for March 26th to April 10th. Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne: Current Positive Cases: 32 Total COVID-Related Passings: 12 It is of […]
Read moreAre you looking for something for the kids to do during spring break on the American side and a long weekend on the Canadian side? We have your back! ACFS has partnered with 28 Lacrosse, Indigenous Sport & Wellness Ontario, and Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness to do a Lacrosse Camp! When: April 18-20, 2022Where: Benson Center in CornwallAges: 5-12 […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Review Commission is pleased to announce the swearing-in of four Justices for the Akwesasne Court. The Akwesasne Review Commission welcomes: Alexandra DavidBrooke (Mellani) MartinRhonda GarrowTheresa Thompson The Akwesasne Justice Department Director, Joyce M. King, will administer the Oath of Appointment for the new Justices. The Swearing-in Ceremony will take place during the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General […]
Read moreMCA’s Environment Program and Conservation Office have partnered with the Toronto Humane Society and Grand River Veterinary Hospital to offer an animal wellness clinic on May 6-7, 2022! The wellness clinic appointment costs $35 per pet, which will include a veterinary checkup for overall wellness, heartworm/tick test, de-wormer, vaccines, and microchip. Flea/tick and heartworm medicine will be available for […]
Read moreOn April 7, 2022, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service received a complaint about a home improvement contractor that offered to provide upgrades and repairs to a residence on Kawehno:ke. The contractor has been going door-to-door and advised the complainant that he worked for a business offering these services. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne requires that any individuals, companies, or […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Department of Health (DOH) is providing an update to the community regarding the visitation policy for the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) Facility and the Iakhihsohtha Lodge. The LTCs follow COVID-19 policies set out by the Ministry of Long-Term Care, which provides the guidance LTCs are currently following. Tsiionkwanonhso:te LTC and Iakhihsohtha Lodge fall under […]
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