CORNWALL — It is with great enthusiasm that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is celebrating the opening of an expanded program to assist children and families who are in need of child protection-related services.   The Akwesasne Representative and Advocacy Program (ARAP) officially opened its doors today at 55 Water Street, Cornwall, with the purpose to assist Mohawk families […]

The Native North American Travelling College (NNATC) will be hosting the Akwesasne Children’s Pow Wow on June 4, 2022 at Generations Park! This is a free event. Dance registration starts at 10 a.m. and is open to dancers age 13 and under. Grand entry will start at 12 p.m. noon.  

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that the Kawehno:ke District Meeting scheduled for tonight has been cancelled.   We apologize for any inconvenience and nia:wen for your understanding.  

The MCA Wholistic Health and Wellness Program and Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness would like to invite you to join us for some relaxation, a painting class with Kit Thomas, and some fresh air!   When: Sunday, May 8thWhere: Lampson Falls (short, friendly hike for all levels)   Departing from Speedway Plaza (Casino HR parking lot) at 9 a.m.Transportation is available but […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to extend appreciation to the Rotary Club of Cornwall for their kind and generous donation of $5,000 to the Akwesasne Skatepark.   Donations from organizations like the Rotary Club are helping to bring a dream into a reality. The Akwesasne Skatepark will offer a new form of fun and exercise for anyone interested […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports nine (9) positive cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of April 19, 2022.   Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne:   Current Positive Cases: 9 Total COVID-Related Passings: 12   If an individual is symptomatic, it is recommended that individuals have either two (2) negative […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Home Care/Home Support Program is experiencing a staffing shortage for the time period of April 18th – April 28th. Home Care/Home Support will have limited PSWs and nurses available during this time.   Due to the staffing shortage, scheduled home visits may be delayed or have to be rescheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience […]

Through Mohawk Council Resolution 2021/2022 #184, the Oversight Committee on Legislative Development is mandated to complete three Akwesasne Laws on a yearly basis; to achieve the mandate, they need to identify the legislative priorities for Akwesasne.   The Oversight Committee is asking for community input to help determine which legislative needs should be prioritized for development. The sections below show […]

The Akwesasne Task Force on the Environment (ATFE) will be holding their annual Seed & Tree Giveaway on Saturday, April 23! Join us at the former Bingo Palace Parking Lot starting at 9 a.m. until supplies last.   A variety of vegetable seeds and trees will be provided to interested Akwesasronon for free!   AVAILABLE SEEDS: Red Seed Potatoes, White […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Department of Health is providing the community with resources and information for services during MCA’s holiday closure April 15th – April 18th. Most of MCA’s programs will be closed, with the exception of 24-hour facilities. The AhkwesaHsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) schools and services will also be closed for the holiday weekend during […]