AKWESASNE ELECTION LAW AMENDMENT MOVES TO PHASE IV

This milestone follows the successful completion of Phase III: Community Consultation, where information sessions were held in each district to ensure transparency and gather feedback from community members.

Community consultation sessions for the proposed amendment were completed on September 3, with additional comments accepted until September 5. The WTG reviewed all feedback and made revisions as needed. The updated language was then submitted for legal review. After considering both community and legal input, the Legislative Services Manager presented the WTG’s report to Council.

On October 20, during its regular meeting, Council passed a resolution to accept in principle the proposed amendment to Section 16.2. This decision moves the process into Phase IV, as outlined in ALEPR. Next, Council will determine the method of enactment—either through a secret ballot vote or a referendum.

The Working Task Group will continue to keep the community informed as we move forward and share updates as new information becomes available.

If you have any questions for your Community District Representatives on the Oversight Committee, or general inquiries, please contact Legislative Services Manager Alyson Thompson at alyson.thompson@akwesasne.ca.