The Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) has identified two blacklegged ticks that have tested positive for the Powassan virus in the EOHU region. The EOHU is reminding residents within the region that ticks stay active late into the fall season. To date, there have been no cases of Powassan virus in humans within the area. Ticks have the potential […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne invites the community to application intake sessions for Canada’s Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS) cards. These cards simplify border crossings by serving as secure, scannable identification at ports of entry between Canada and the U.S. The application intake sessions will be held: Tuesday, December 3St. Regis Recreation Center10 a.m. – […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Infrastructure, Housing and Environment (DIHE) requests proposals from interested contractors to provide snow removal and de-icing services to MCA facility parking lots and entrance access in coordination with the DIHE maintenance and Housing sectors. DIHE requires snow removal, salting mixture spreading on Snow and Ice conditions for the identified Mohawk Council of […]
Read moreJoin Akwesasne Child & Family Services’ Traditional Support Unit for a two-day hunters skill building workshop. Through this workshop, participants will learn hands-on hunting techniques, tracking, safety, and proper deer processing. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, limited seating is available. Please contact lauralee.arquette@akwesasne.ca or use the QR code on the flyer to register. Akwesasne Child & Family Services’ Traditional […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Health’s Mental Health & Wellness Sector would like to extend a warm welcome to its new Mental Health Therapist, Meaghan McDougald, M. Ed., RP (Qualifying). Meaghan joins the Mental Health & Wellness team with an extensive and comprehensive background in mental health. Meaghan is a qualifying psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. […]
Read moreOn November 14th at approximately 2:00 p.m., an Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education bus was involved in a motor vehicle accident with two AMBE Transportation members on board. No students were onboard during the incident. The onboard staff were assessed and cleared by The Akwesasne Mohawk Ambulance. We thank the Akwesasne Central Dispatch, HAVFD, Akwesasne Mohawk Ambulance Unit, Fort Covington […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Emergency Measures Program (EMP) staff is committed to supporting Akwesasne during times of crisis, and they are deeply grateful for their many partners, including the Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department (HAVFD), who are always ready to step in when assistance is needed. This dedicated team of volunteers works tirelessly, available 24/7, 365 days a year, responding […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Environment Program is looking to work with experienced local sturgeon fisherman to assist in the delivery of a project that is specifically focused on gaining a better understanding of their population and informing conservation efforts to preserve this incredible and historical species. Contact logan.lazore@akwesasne.ca by November 19th if interested, and please note that this work […]
Read moreFor Immediate Release:Kentenhko:wa/November 15, 2024 The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has announced it is on a national strike as of Friday, November 15 at 12:01 a.m. Canada Post’s operations are shut down, affecting millions of Canadians and businesses across the country. Akwesasne’s postal delivery has ceased. The St. Regis/Kana:takon post office location remains open with minimal services. Customers will […]
Read moreOFFICE OF THE GRAND CHIEF & COUNCIL COMMUNITY NOTICE For Immediate Release: Kentenhkó:wa/November 14, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is scheduling a community meeting on November 23, 2024, to provide an update on the pending proposed Settlement Agreement in the New York State land claim. After many years of negotiations, and the most recent submissions to the Judge/Magistrate, the […]
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