Jordan River Anderson was a First Nation child from Norway House Cree Nation in Manitoba, born with a rare disorder who required hospitalization from birth. The provincial and federal governments could not agree on who was financially responsible for his care. Jordan’s condition worsened and he passed away in hospital before both governments could resolve who would pay. Who can […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that anyone who identifies as a survivor of the 60’s Scoop is encouraged to pick up an application for compensation. The applications will be available at the Mohawk Government office in Kana:takon — once completed, the application can be sent to Collectiva at: Mail: Sixties Scoop Class Action Administrator […]

On May 13th-May 15th, the Federal Indian Day School Class Action settlement was heard and court was adjourned pending a decision from the Federal Judge Justice Phelan. At this time, no decision has been rendered regarding the Indian Day School class action. Once a decision is announced by the court, the class counsel Gowling WLG will be providing updates to […]

The final Information Meetings for the Akwesasne Election Law – Amendment for the District of Kana:takon, which was rescheduled due to the passing of a community member, has been rescheduled as follows: District of Kana:takon – Wednesday, June 26, 2019 – 6:00pm-8:00pm at Kana:takon School Multi-Purpose Room The deadline to submit comment on the Akwesasne Election Law – Amendment has […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne hired the electrical engineering services of WSP Canada Inc. to prepare drawings for the replacement and installation of new LED street lights on the Main Island Road east, on Kawehno:ke, between Akwesasne International Road and Philip-Hopps Memorial Road. The Department of Technical Services and its Portfolio Chiefs brought the concept plan to public meetings regarding […]

The Akwesasne Child & Family Services Program is excited to sponsor a kastowa making workshop for the community! When: June 24— 26 | 5 PM – 9 PMWhere: Mohawk Nation Cook House This is a family event and no drop-offs will be allowed. There are only 25 spots, so register soon! For more information or to register, please contact Allen Smoke […]

Community members are invited to a Father’s Day Bash being held on Kawehno:ke! When: Saturday, June 15 | 12 PM – 4 PMWhere: Rec Road Tennis Courts  Celebrate your rakeni with some fun activities and a chance to win some great prizes!