FAMILY SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is committed to supporting our community during challenging times. In response to the rising cost of food driven by inflation, global tariff concerns, and the unfavourable currency exchange rate, we are pleased to announce that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is providing a financial assistance payment of $2,000 to eligible individuals to help our community households manage these challenges.

This project aims to provide immediate relief to families facing increased grocery expenses and economic uncertainty. We recognize the financial strain many are experiencing, and we are taking this step to help ease the burden.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

Group 1: Individuals who are identified as the Head of Household on the current Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program (AHAP) eligibility list;
AND

Group 2: Individuals who are not identified as the Head of Household on the current Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program (AHAP) eligibility list, but:

1. reside in a multi-generational home with an identified Head of Household (who is not their spouse, partner, or co-parent) or their heating costs are included as part of their rent; and
2. reside within the Territory of Akwesasne under the jurisdiction of the MCA (Cornwall Island, St. Regis, or Snye)* or in Cornwall, Ontario*; and
3. have a status card that has the Mohawks of Akwesasne listed as the registry group; and
4. have a child or children who reside with them who also has/have a status card(s) that has the Mohawks of Akwesasne listed as the registry group.

*Proof of residency is required.

HOW TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE

1️⃣ For individuals who are part of Group 1 (identified above), there are no additional steps required. You can contact Executive Services at extension 2100 to confirm that you are on the current AHAP eligibility list.

2️⃣ For individuals who are part of Group 2 (identified above), you will need to submit a signed attestation and provide proof of residency to determine your eligibility for this project. The attestation form is available at Executive Services.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Community members are encouraged to spread the word about this project. The eligibility list for the Family Sustainability Project will be finalized on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Late submissions will not be accepted and no exceptions will be made.

DISTRIBUTION DATES

Cheques will be available for pick-up during the week of December 15-19, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the following locations:

📅 December 15 — A’nowara’ko:wa Arena
📅 December 16 — A’nowara’ko:wa Arena
📅 December 17 — Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility
📅 December 18 — Akwesasne Homemakers
📅 December 19 — Akwesasne Homemakers

While pick-up locations are being rotated between the three districts during this period, all cheques will be available at each location. This means you can pick up your cheque in a district other than the one you live in.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE

• If you recently moved to the Territory of Akwesasne under the jurisdiction of the MCA (Cornwall Island, St. Regis, or Snye) or to Cornwall, Ontario or have recently relocated from one of these areas to another, please reach out as soon as possible.
• If the Head of Household listed on the current Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program (AHAP) has recently passed away and you are now the Head of Household, please reach out as soon as possible.
• For any questions or to obtain the attestation form, please contact Kristy Lauzon, Special Projects Officer at Executive Services, by phone at 613-575-2250 ext. 2121 or by email at kristy.lauzon@akwesasne.ca.