Hao’ tewaientho! Let’s all plant! Welcome to MCA Environment’s Companion Planting Guide, as part of their Learn-to-Garden Series. Companion planting is a gardening technique that involves planting different crops together to enhance growth, reduce pests, and improve soil health. One of the best examples of companion planting is the Three Sisters method: Corn provides structure for beans to climb. […]
Read moreEvery good book deserves a great bookmark — and what better way to mark your place than with one woven by your own hands? Join the MCA Environment Program and Carrie Hill of Chill Baskets for a special workshop where you’ll learn to craft a black ash and sweetgrass bookmark. 📅 Date: Saturday, April 12⏰ Time: 12 p.m. – 1 […]
Read moreWelcome to the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Programs & Services Directory – your guide to the wide range of services available to the Akwesasne community. The MCA is committed to supporting and empowering Akwesasronon through various programs that focus on health, education, public safety, social services, economic development, infrastructure, justice, and more. This directory serves as a resource […]
Read moreEver wonder what really happens when risky choices go wrong? The P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) Program at Ottawa Hospital gives you a firsthand look at the real-life impacts of dangerous decisions. This one-day trip will take you behind the scenes of emergency care, showing why smart choices can make all the difference. 📅 Thursday, March 20, […]
Read moreThe First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement will provide $23.34 billion in compensation to eligible First Nations individuals and families. While not all claims are open yet, the first Claims Period is now open for the Removed Child Class and Removed Child Family Class. Akwesasne Child & Family Services is offering assistance to community members interested […]
Read moreThe First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement will provide $23.34 billion in compensation to eligible First Nations individuals and families. While not all claims are open yet, the first Claims Period is now open for the Removed Child Class and Removed Child Family Class. Akwesasne Child & Family Services is offering assistance to community members interested […]
Read moreLooking for ways to lower your electricity costs? The Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) helps low-income families reduce their hydro bills — and you may qualify for assistance!In partnership with the MCA Community Support Program, OESP is hosting two information sessions where you can learn more and apply for support.Dates: April 8–9, 2025Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: A’nowara’ko:wa ArenaWhat […]
Read moreLooking for ways to lower your electricity costs? The Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) helps low-income families reduce their hydro bills — and you may qualify for assistance!In partnership with the MCA Community Support Program, OESP is hosting two information sessions where you can learn more and apply for support.Dates: April 8–9, 2025Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: A’nowara’ko:wa ArenaWhat […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is pleased to announce that Cheyenne Lazore has been selected as the Program Manager for the Akwesasne Rights & Research Office (ARRO). Since May 2023, Cheyenne has served in an acting capacity, gaining valuable experience and deepening her understanding of ARRO’s operations at a managerial level. She first joined ARRO in 2015 as a Researcher […]
Read moreAkwesasne Child & Family Services and Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness are hitting the trails for a winter adventure! Beginning March 8, join us on Saturdays for a day of snowshoeing and open-fire cooking in the great outdoors. What to Expect: ❄️ Snowshoeing through scenic trails 🔥 Cooking over an open fire using cast iron, sticks, dehydrated meals, and pottery 🌿 Preparing […]
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