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In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, join us on September 22 for a wellness walk to raise awareness and show support to those who have been affected by suicide. The Akwesasne Suicide Prevention Committee will be hosting walks from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the following locations:• Snye Recreation• St. Regis Recreation• Generations Park• A’nowara’ko:wa Arena Complimentary lunch […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 28 at the Kana:takon Recreation Center, 6 p.m. start time. The MCA General Meeting will be a hybrid event (in-person and virtual). To receive the meeting link, please email meetings@akwesasne.ca. Questions and comments can also be sent to this email prior to the General […]
Read moreAMPS Seizes Drugs, Pills, Cannabis, Currency On Friday, September 15, 2023, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a residence in the district of Tsi Snaihne (Snye), Akwesasne, Quebec. The search warrant execution was the result of an investigation into street level drug trafficking of a controlled substance. As a […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is collaborating with the Native North American Travelling College, the City of Cornwall and the Children’s Aid Society to hold an event of reflection and learning in honour of Orange Shirt Day. The event will take place on September 30, 2023 from 1 – 4 p.m. at Lamoureux Park, Cornwall. The event will feature traditional […]
Read moreDid you know that the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program hosts monthly events and activities for elders in our community? Did you also know that regular participation in life enrichment programs increases brain health? It aids in the prevention of health problems connected with isolation and loneliness, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression, and others. With the […]
Read moreThe Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) has provided the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) with updates on the current state of COVID-19 in the Eastern Ontario region. MCA/DOH falls into the catchment area of the EOHU. The EOHU also provided updates on expected seasonal vaccine clinics. The percent of the population who has received a 3rd […]
Read moreThe Chief Referendum Officer (CEO) Leona Benedict hereby gives notice of an upcoming referendum on the Final Draft Akwesasne Cannabis Law and Final Draft of the Akwesasne Emergency Management Law. The Akwesasne Cannabis Law and the Akwesasne Emergency Management Law will only be passed with the approval of the community by referendum. Polling stations will be set up […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to extend a warm welcome to Dr. Cory Scott. Dr. Scott will be joining the Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center Medical Team. Dr. Scott will provide medical oversight of any clients who are receiving services at the detox center. Dr. Scott has been practicing Family Medicine since 2018. He graduated […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Community & Social Services (DCSS) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants on child welfare related to mentorship and quality services for our Children’s Aid Society. Deadline to submit: September 22, 2023 Inquiries and proposals must be submitted electronically to joseph.morin-lauzon@akwesasne.ca.
Read moreThe Akwesasne Family Wellness Program is excited to sponsor two free showings of Love Bomb — A Play with Music. On Wednesday, September 27, the Port Theatre will have showings at 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Concession will be open during the production.
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