It is with a heavy heart that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has learned of the passing of Grand Chief Joseph Norton from our sister community of Kahnawà:ke. Joseph Norton peacefully entered into the spirit world surrounded by his family and loved ones on August 14, 2020. Joseph Norton was first elected into office in 1978. In 1982, at the […]

Please be advised that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne amended the Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law on August 10, 2020 in order to allow essential travel beyond the 80 km/50-mile radius limitation. Non-essential travel is still restricted in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the Akwesasne community. The Mohawk Council Resolution amendment to the Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law states:“Persons […]

The Akwesasne Justice Department is seeking district representatives interested in becoming a member of the Akwesasne Review Commission. To qualify for appointment for the position, a person must:a) be a Member;b) have attained the age of Thirty-five (35) years of age;c) have been resident in the Territory of a First Nation for at least ten (10) years and within the […]

Theft of Motor Vehicle, Breach of Probation X2 , Escape Lawful CustodyCortlon J. Skidders, 22, of Akwesasne was arrested on August 10th, 2020 and charged with Theft of Motor Vehicle, Breach of Probation X 2, and Escape Lawful Custody. It is alleged that on August 8th, 2020, police received information that the male had reportedly taken a vehicle from a […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s medical clinics are pleased to continue providing treatment and care to patients on a daily basis.   Anyone in need of medical care, including routine checkups, is encouraged to phone either the Akwesasne Medical Clinic (AMC) or Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (KMC).   The clinics have been utilizing telephone appointments and in-person appointments when deemed appropriate.  Coming […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne continues to provide COVID-19 testing to community members. If you are seeking information on testing or in regard to COVID-19, please call the Community Health Program at (613) 575-2341 ext. 3220 and ask to speak to a nurse. Community Health has received a total of 1950 COVID-19 related phone calls and has administered a total […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is informing the community that a heat warning is in effect for today (August 10) and tomorrow (August 11). Maximum temperatures today are anticipated to reach between 30 and 32 degrees Celsius with Humidex values near 40. Minimum overnight temperatures will be between 20 and 23 degrees Celsius. Hot and humid air can also bring […]

On July 31st, 2020, at approximately 12:40 PM, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service responded to a report of a suspicious male in the wooded area off Wade Lafrance Memorial Road (Dump Rd), in Tsi Snaihne (Snye) QC. Police attended a residence and spoke to the home owner who reported a suspicious male was observed on the property drinking water from an outdoor […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) has received inquiries from the community regarding policing in Akwesasne. In response, the MCA will be hosting a live Facebook information session on policing in Akwesasne to share information with the entire community. Grand Chief Abram Benedict and Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) Chief of Police Shawn Dulude will co-host the meeting and will […]

Assault W/ Weapon, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Uttering ThreatsPatrick J. Benedict, 60, of Akwesasne was arrested on July 25, 2020 and charged with Assault w/ Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, and Uttering Threats. It is alleged on July 24, 2020, the male attended a residence in Kana:takon (St. Regis) with a bat and challenged […]