BUILDING BRIGHT FUTURES: 2025 AKWESASNE STUDENT BURSARY AWARDS

Each year, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne partners with the Bank of Montreal (BMO) and Enbridge to award bursaries to Akwesasne youth pursuing post-secondary education. Education is a powerful tool for building brighter futures — and these students have shown determination, resilience, and a commitment to their goals. The Akwesasne Student Bursary Awards not only celebrate individual achievement, but also reflect the collective strength of our community, where encouragement, opportunity, and cultural pride help our youth succeed. This year’s ceremony was held on Friday, August 8, at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center, where MCA proudly recognized the accomplishments of this year’s recipients, emphasized the importance of honouring our youth’s successes, and encouraged them to draw on the strength and support of the community throughout their journey.