FINAL PHASE OF KANA:TAKON ROAD PAVING PROJECT BEGINS TODAY

Beginning May 5, 2023, Lazore’s Construction will be mobilizing to begin the final phase of the Park Street/Hilltop Road Project in Kana:takon (St. Regis). They will be starting with curbing formwork at the end of Park St. (Near the cemetery) and will make their way west towards the corner bend.    To accommodate the proposed construction, various lane reductions and […]

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SAHATIHAHARÁ:NE DETOX CENTER OFFERING FENTANYL TESTING STRIPS AND NALOXONE KITS

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center is notifying the community that they have fentanyl testing strips and naloxone kits available for anyone interested, based on a first come, first serve basis, while supplies last.   Fentanyl testing strips (FTS) are an effective method of helping prevent drug overdoses and reducing harm. FTS are small strips of paper that […]

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AKWESASNE MOHAWK POLICE SERVICE CELEBRATES POLICE WEEK 2023

The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service will be celebrating Police Week from May 13-19, 2023. Police Week was first observed in 1970 and coincides with Peace Officers Memorial Day, recognized internationally on May 15. This year’s theme is “Building Bridges: Celebrating Police-Community Partnerships.”    The theme highlights and celebrates the important role our police officers and personnel play in community safety […]

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NATIONAL FOSTER CARE MONTH

May is National Foster Care Month and Akwesasne has an urgent need for kinship/foster/customary care homes!   If you, or someone you know, is interested in becoming a foster home, please call 613-575-5020.  

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THE STORY OF JOHN SAIOWISAKERON FIRE

Before there were elections in Akwesasne, the community was governed by Community Life Chiefs. These Life Chiefs were known as the Rotinonkwiseres, which means “They Have Long Hair.” These men were chosen by the Clanmothers, as is tradition among the Haudenosaunee. This was the way the community of Akwesasne had decided to choose their leaders. The new government of Canada […]

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COMMUNITY HEALTH FITNESS CALENDAR — MAY 2023

The Community Health Program is sharing their May 2023 Fitness Program calendar with the community.   Please note that any scheduled classes will be cancelled if MCA is closed for any reason. Other issues may arise that will cause fitness classes to be cancelled. Please check the Community Health Program’s Facebook Page for any updates/cancellations.   If you have any […]

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MCA WELCOMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Mills to the position of Executive Director, beginning May 1, 2023. Tim is a familiar face to many in our community, both as a partner in his past role as the Senior Administrative Officer of the Township of South Glengarry and in his previous roles as Superintendent […]

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RAINBOW BEADED BRACELET NIGHT

Join the Safe Zone Committee for a fun evening of bracelet-making!   When: Friday, May 19 (5-7 p.m.)Where: Akwesasne Housing Authority (378 State Route 37, Hogansburg)   Open to community members ages 12 and older. Food, drinks, and materials will be provided!   To register, please contact Kyle Thompson at kyle.thompson@akwesasne.ca or at 613-575-2341 ext. 3107.  

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COMMUNITY FITNESS — OPEN GYM

The MCA Community Health Program is excited to host Community Fitness, a free 14-week open gym for community members! When: Tuesdays – ThursdaysWhere: Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility Fitness Center The open gym will be held from May 2 – August 3, 2023 and is available in one-hour slots. If you have any questions, please contact Diabetes Prevention Worker Krista Lee Oakes […]

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