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MCA OFFERS CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY, FRIENDS OF HARRY THOMPSON
With sadness, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne announces the passing of Harry Thompson. Harry worked for many years in the Traditional Medicines Program, sharing his knowledge of our traditional teachings and medicines with clients who accessed the program. Harry was instrumental in developing and establishing the “Medicine Wheel Program” for Traditional Medicines, a program that is still used today. Harry […]
Read moreDEPARTMENT OF HEALTH OFFERS CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY, FRIENDS OF JULIA ROUNDPOINT
With sadness, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) acknowledges the passing of former team member Julia Roundpoint. Julia had been a long-time employee with the Community Health Program, having served as a Community Health Representative for over 20 years during her time with the program. Having completed nursing school and advancing her studies to further her […]
Read moreMCA OFFERS CONDOLENCES ON COVID-RELATED PASSINGS
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health is sharing the unfortunate news of two (2) community members passing due to COVID-19. We offer our sincerest condolences to the families and friends who have lost a loved one. There are no words that we can provide to lift the immense sorrow you are feeling at this time. The two […]
Read moreDEPARTMENT OF HEALTH OFFERS CONDOLENCE TO FAMILY OF MARY SMOKE
The Department of Health offers its sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mary Smoke. Mary had been a cherished employee of the Home Care Home Support team for many years. We share the sorrow of her loss. Mary was a unique soul. She loved what she did and did what she loved. She always showed compassion and empathy. […]
Read moreAMBE OFFERS BUS TRANSPORTATION TO COVID-19 VACCINE CLINIC
The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education will be providing bus transportation for community members who want to get vaccinated at the COVID-19 vaccine walk-in clinic on Saturday, April 17. See transportation schedule in PDF below. The COVID-19 vaccine clinic will take place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island). The walk-in vaccine clinic […]
Read moreMCA OFFERS SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VICTIMS
Are You a Victim in a Criminal Matter? MCA’s Victim Support Worker Can Help. Have you been a victim of a crime in Akwesasne’s northern jurisdictions? Do you wonder about the case, your rights, the court proceedings, and the outcome? Do you wonder what happens next? Do you wonder if you are a “victim”? Do you need help accessing funds […]
Read moreMCA OFFERS CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY OF PETER SUNDAY, FORMER AMPS CHIEF OF POLICE
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne wishes to express condolences to the family of the late Peter Sunday. Mr. Sunday served the Akwesasne community as a police officer and chief of police for the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, joining the force in the 1970s. As Chief of Police from 1980-1986 (approximate dates), he lead the force and contributed to its growth overall as a […]
Read moreDETOX CENTERS AND TREATMENT FACILITIES: THE DIFFERENCES
In response to the rising need of a detox center within our own community, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health opened the Sahatihará:ne Detox Center (SDC). With the doors to the detox center being open for many months, there have been many misconceptions on what a detox center does, and what it does not, for a person’s recovery […]
Read moreMENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS SUPPORT IS HERE FOR YOU
Feeling overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? The MCA Department of Health’s Mental Health & Wellness Sector offers confidential support for both community members and employees. Therapy and addictions counselling are available through virtual and phone appointments, as well as in-person sessions at satellite locations throughout Cornwall. We can also connect you with trusted community partners for additional […]
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