AKWESASNE CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES CONTINUES TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY We are all doing our part to slow the spread of COVID-19 in an effort to protect and support our neighbours and communities. In these uncertain times, we must remember that we also play a role in strengthening families and ensuring child safety and well-being. Children, youth, and families […]
Read moreYesterday, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne was advised that the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) at the Cornwall Port of Entry was requiring everyone to provide their address and phone number, in addition to identification when crossing the border. This request for additional information began yesterday morning and was an understandable cause for concern for our community members. In response […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health is working tirelessly to ensure that essential programs and services continue to be delivered to the community. Public Health Ontario has provided free, public resources on self-isolation, self-monitoring, and more. Visit their website at: https://www.publichealthontario.ca/en/diseases-and-conditions/infectious-diseases/respiratory-diseases/novel-coronavirus/public-resources NEW UPDATES:• Wholistic Health and Wellness Addictions Services continues to refer to detox services – the service […]
Read moreGowling WLG, the class counsel for the Federal Indian Day School Class Action, has been providing updates to the former students of the Indian Day Schools regarding the status of the claim process due to the pandemic crisis. Since March 12, 2020, they have suspended all their scheduled community assistance sessions until further notice. Anyone who has questions about the […]
Read moreShe:kon, This press release is intended to provide an update on the requirements for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Housing rental, rent to own, housing loan, and rental loan payments. During the time of this crisis, we are only able to accept the following form of payments: • Credit card payments over the phone (please contact Tricia in […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Emergency Operation Center has instituted a process to provide a basic Emergency Food Package to community members in need. On Friday, April 3, Emergency Food Packages can picked up at each AMBE District School (Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, Kana:takon School and Tsi Snaihne School) starting at 12 p.m. The hour of 11 a.m.-12 p.m. is reserved […]
Read moreThis morning, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne were notified of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) in the community of Akwesasne. The Franklin County Public Health Department notified the Tribe’s Emergency Operations Center that the case involves a community member, who is in quarantine at home and receiving follow-up care. The Franklin […]
Read moreMCA Grand Chief Abram Benedict and Tsi Snaihne District Chief Connie Lazore share a message about the importance of self-quarantining and how Council has been adjusting to working remotely. WHAT IS SELF-QUARANTINE?People who have been exposed to the new coronavirus and who are at risk for coming down with COVID-19 might practice self-quarantine. Health experts recommend that self-quarantine lasts 14 […]
Read moreHydro Québec is acting for the benefit of its customers and employees in light of the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Hydro Québec is sensitive to the fact that over the coming weeks, some customers could experience financial difficulties associated with the COVID 19 crisis. The following measures have been put in place to help those affected:• Hydro Québec will not […]
Read moreThe health and safety of the Akwesasne community is a priority. To help protect our community members, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is urging all travelers returning to Akwesasne from beyond a 50-mile radius to self-quarantine at home. This includes those who traveled for non-essential and essential purposes; including for work, vacation, school, release […]
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