Join Akwesasne Child & Family Services in the mountains for a day of winter wellness and fun! When: Saturday, January 21 (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)Where: Paul Smith’s College VIC – Saranac Lake This activity is limited to ten youths ages 13-18. Transportation will be provided; pick-up will be at Kateri Hall (8 a.m. departure and 5 p.m. […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service will be hosting a series of informative presentations to educate elders and seniors within the community. The sessions will be held at the Tri-District Elders Lodge and SRMT Office for Aging Senior Center. AMPS will cover a variety of topics, including elder abuse awareness, scams, home safety, naloxone training, and more. If you […]
Read moreJoin Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute and Pathfinders Consulting in learning about the Haudenosaunee social web and how it can be used to empower women. Dates: Jan. 11, Jan. 18, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, Feb. 8Time & Place: 5:30 p.m. at Iohahi:io Open to participants aged 16 and older. If you have any questions or would like […]
Read moreThe MCA Community Health Program is excited to host a 6-week health and wellness program for istas in the community! Join us to learn ways to prevent Type 2 diabetes with snack and fitness ideas for your family. Starting January 25, sessions will be held every Wednesday at 6 p.m. until March 1. Space is limited to 10 mom/child […]
Read moreLearn how to make the most of your equipment and join the MCA Community Health Program for free treadmill training classes! Sessions will be held on Mondays and Fridays from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility Fitness Center. Classes go from February 6 – March 31. If you have any questions, please contact CHP […]
Read moreJoin the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service for a workshop on human trafficking by Timea’s Cause Inc. When: Monday, February 23 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Where: Cornwall Golf & Country Club The 1-day session offers specialized training in human trafficking and will help build a community-based victim service response. To register, please visit https://www.jotform.com/form/230055307199051.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne through MCR #2022/2023 – #069 dated June 6, 2022, accepted the Legislative Development Priorities Survey Results. Law to be Amended: Residency Law A Working Task Group (WTG) was identified by MCR 2022/2023 – #078 dated June 27, 2022, consisting of (2) Oversight Committee Members (Community member & Justice Portfolio Chief), Executive Director, OVS […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne through MCR 2020/2021 – #265, dated January 19, 2021, established a Working Task Group to draft an emergency response law. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne through MCR 2022/2023 – #173, dated October 2, 2022, “Accepts in Principle” the Draft Emergency Management Law, dated September 26, 2022. The draft law will now proceed to […]
Read moreWith sadness, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne announces the passing of long-time employee Diane King. Diane started her career as a nurse in 1984 and has worked for the past 25 years as a Community Health Nurse with the MCA Department of Health. Throughout her years with the Department of Health, Diane was instrumental in various program initiatives, such […]
Read moreThe Mohawks of Akwesasne have an ongoing claim against Canada in connection with the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project. In 2000, the Seaway agreed to settle one specific issue in this proceeding by returning certain Block 1 lands to Akwesasne. On November 25, 2020, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations added the Block 1 Lands to reserve by Order. […]
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