The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program has suspended their vaccination program until further notice and are working to re-establish the clinics in the safest way possible. All clients with appointments booked for March and April 2020 will be rescheduled as soon as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, Community Health is available Monday – Friday (8 a.m. […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to remind the community that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Green Food Bag will be cancelled until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you, and we appreciate your understanding.
Read moreDepartment of Health portfolio member Vanessa Adams shares information about how COVID-19 is spread, when to wear a mask, Health Canada guidelines on homemade masks, and how to properly wear a mask. If you are from Akwesasne and have questions about COVID-19, you can contact MCA’s Community Health Program at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Emergency Operation Center has instituted a process to provide a basic Emergency Food Package (EFP) to community members. The EFP’s contain basic pantry supplies for a family and limited fresh foods, based on supplies received. It will be first come, first served for community members in need. The Emergency Food Packages will be limited to […]
Read moreOn April 13, 2020, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne passed MCR 2020/21 – #003 to enact the Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law. The Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law was enacted as a health and safety measure in our fight against the spread of COVID-19 and serves to provide clear directives to our community members on the following emergency measures which are now […]
Read moreUntil Further Notice As there continues to be a state of emergency and the dangers of COVID-19 to public health and safety all MCA facilities are closed to public until further notice. Essential services continue to be available via telephone or remotely. This closure includes:• MCA Governmental Buildings• Administration Buildings• Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education• Kanonhkwat’sheri:io Health Facility• Akwesasne […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has been working closely with local funeral service providers in both Ontario and New York State to ensure that family members can appropriately and safely celebrate the lives of loved ones that pass away during these unprecedented times. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, funeral service providers, while still being respectful of Akwesasne’s culture and customs, […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that all park amenities, including playgrounds, are closed until further notice. The following recreational areas are closed and will have signage displayed to notify community members:• District recreation centres• District daycares• AMBE school playgrounds• Tennis courts (Kawehno:ke)• Lacrosse boxes (Kana:takon & Tsi Snaihne) These measures are being taken as […]
Read moreWith heavy hearts, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne extends our deepest condolences and sympathies to the community of Six Nations/Ohsweken as they have recently lost a community member due to complications of COVID-19. Six Nations first case of COVID-19 was confirmed on March 28. Currently, there are eight confirmed cases in the Six Nations Territory. Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Grand […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s offices will be closed on Friday, April 10 (Good Friday) and Monday, April 13 (Easter Monday). Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, services have been limited to community members by phone and through appointment only. Currently, MCA buildings are NOT open to the public. During this holiday weekend, there will be limited health staff accessible […]
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