For Immediate Release: Seskeha/August 12, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is announcing the retirement of Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) Chief of Police Shawn Dulude, effective August 16, 2024, after seven years of dedicated service to the Akwesasne community. Chief Dulude joined AMPS in 2017 and led in advancing AMPS’ mission to ensure the safety and wellbeing […]
Read moreAugust 9, 2024 Swimming Advisory: The Water/Wastewater Program has issued a precautionary swimming advisory, effective August 9, 2024 for 24 hours – until August 10th at 11 p.m. Please do not swim in the St. Lawrence River or its local tributaries. Due to the heavy rainfall, contaminants and bacteria may flow from the Northern New York Watershed, including the St. Regis […]
Read moreFLOODING UPDATE – 1 p.m. August 10, 2024 Flood Warning – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has issued a flood warning today. Anyone residing along the river should be on alert for rising water levels and evacuate if necessary. Please adhere to evacuation orders for your safety. The St. Regis River in Hogansburg and the Helena Road area are of […]
Read moreFor Immediate Release:Seskéha/August 8, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe are informing the community of an announcement from the U.S. Customs & Border Protection Agency (USCBP) that will benefit visitors to Akwesasne and non-Akwesasne residents who work in the community. USCBP has expanded the agency’s Reporting Offsite Arrival-Mobile (ROAM) application to include […]
Read moreGift card scams are becoming increasingly common. In the latest scam to hit Akwesasne, callers are claiming to be representatives from the Fibre-to-the-Home Project. They advise the homeowner that their fibre hookups are almost complete and the last step is to purchase $1000 (in gift cards) and call the scammer back. The scammer will then ask for the gift card […]
Read moreThe Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) Facility will celebrate 30 years in providing exceptional care and service to our elders and residents. The 30th Anniversary Week begins on Sunday, August 11, 2024. The week-long celebration will consist of the following: Sunday, August 11: Mohawk Auction (all week long; winners to be drawn on August 17th) Classic Car Show — […]
Read moreDue to ongoing maintenance work at MCA’s Admin. 4 Building, possibly for the remainder of this week, the Finance office staff have temporarily relocated to the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (Turtle Room) until further notice. No cash payments will be accepted during this temporary relocation. Please make payments to MCA via e-transfer or over the phone. Staff remain available […]
Read moreFor Immediate Release: Seskeha/August 2, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) announce the following dates and deadlines for the newly scheduled MCA Nominations and MCA General Election. NominationsNominations for the 2024 Mohawk Council of Akwesasne General Election will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Nominations will be received […]
Read moreFor Immediate Release: Seskeha/August 2, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Dept. of Health is notifying the community of an increase in COVID-19 cases in the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) region, according to wastewater data. The following advisory information is provided: If you have any COVID-19 symptoms (even if mild). Fever (37.8˚ C or higher) and/or chills Cough Shortness […]
Read moreFor Immediate Release: Seskeha/August 1, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) and the Akwesasne Dental Clinic are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Dr. Dan Hovsepian, a beloved dentist who served the Akwesasne community for over 17 years. Dr. Dan passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2024. Dr. Dan joined the Akwesasne Dental Clinic in 2007 […]
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