The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has informed Akwesasne officials that the potential strike, which could have impacted our local CBSA Cornwall Port of Entry, has been tentatively averted. Initial reports indicated that a nationwide strike was possible, potentially beginning June 6, 2024. However, ongoing negotiations between the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration Union […]

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has announced the dates, location and hours for the upcoming MCA General Election 2024. One 3-year term Grand Chief position and 12 3-year term District Chief positions (four per district) are up for election. Nominees have been previously announced.   MCA GENERAL ELECTION VOTINGIn person voting will take place: Date: Saturday, June 29, 2024Time: 9 […]

MCA & SRMT Joint Release For Immediate Release:Ohiarí:ha/June 5, 2024   Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has notified Akwesasne officials that a nationwide strike could begin on June 6, 2024, impacting our local CBSA Cornwall Port of Entry.   The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) that represents Border Services Officers has declared an impasse in negotiations with the employer, […]

In May 2024, Tekaherha Logan Lazore, Environment Field Technician for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Environment Program, embarked on an exciting, albeit lengthy journey to Bali, Indonesia. For Logan, this was not merely a leisurely trip; it was an eye opening and inspiring experience, which delved into her identity as to who she is as an Onkwehonwe, as well as […]

Join the Safe Zone Committee as we honor Pride month with fun and inclusive events designed for Akwesasronon to enjoy. Let’s paint the town rainbow this June! 🌈 Mark your calendars: Saturday, June 8: Potsdam Pride Day Trip! All aboard at 9 a.m., leaving from Kateri Hall. Friday, June 14: Pride Wellness Hike! Celebrate Pride outside at beautiful Lampson Falls. […]

The AMBE Post Secondary Assistance Program (PSAP) would like to remind the community of the upcoming 2024-2025 funding deadlines. Continuing Student Deadline: Friday, June 7New/Re-Enrolled Student Deadline: Friday, July 12 If you have any questions, please email hannah.mcdonald@ambe.ca or erin.mitchell@ambe.ca. The application can be downloaded below.