The Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) facility has been notified that the facility has been removed from Suspected Outbreak Status as of Monday, September 26, 2022. LTC services have been returned to regular operating procedures at the status quo level prior to Suspected Outbreak Status. The LTC is urging staff and visitors that if they are feeling sick to please […]
Read morePlease be advised the construction work for the Kawehno:ke Recreation Road Waterline Extension Project will begin to mobilize starting Monday, September 26, 2022. The purpose of the project is to connect 10 homes currently on wells to the waterline. The construction work is being completed by Jock’s Excavation, with a scheduled completion date of November 7, 2022. During the […]
Read moreThe MCA Community Health Program will be hosting flu shot clinics throughout Akwesasne during the month of October. Appointments are encouraged, but not required.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is seeking members who would be interested in serving on the volunteer Cornwall Community Hospital Board of Directors. This role would be vital in serving the interests of the Akwesasne community and ensuring there is a voice representing our unique needs. If interested, please submit your name to the Mohawk Government Office by calling […]
Read moreCornwall’s ACCFutures, a lending and economic development organization, recently paid tribute to the late Christopher Thompson, who they say played a vital role in building strong relationships between Cornwall and Akwesasne business communities. On Sept. 21st, ACCFutures held their annual general meeting in Akwesasne where they unveiled a beaded belt by Fire Loom Creations and local artist Kelly Back, who […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is developing a new community law which will protect the interests of children who are involved in child welfare services. The “Child’s Rights & Responsibilities Law” will be developed over the next year, but the community’s input is greatly needed now prior to the actual drafting of the law. “It’s important that we hear […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service would like to inform the community that the investigation into the human remains found in Kana:takon has concluded. While the remains have been identified, that information will not be shared publicly at this time out of respect for the deceased and their loved ones. AMPS would like to thank the community for their assistance […]
Read moreLODGE CLOSING FOR TWO WEEKS The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to inform the community that the Iakhihsohtha Lodge entered into Outbreak Status on September 21, 2022. Two residents have tested positive for COVID-19. In the event of Outbreak Status under the revised regulations, only the person(s) who tested positive for COVID-19 and […]
Read moreThe community and public are invited to attend a September 30th event to honour the children affected by Indian Residential Schools: the survivors, their descendants and the many children who did not come home. The event is taking place Friday, Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. Lamoureux Park in Cornwall. Activities will include the orange bench unveiling, meal sharing of corn soup, […]
Read moreJoin the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program as they participate in the annual Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge! The Global Breastfeeding Challenge asks mothers to breastfeed their babies at the same time, in locations around the world! The Akwesasne event will be held virtually on Oct. 7, 2022 at 11 a.m. To register your participation, call Community Health at […]
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