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The Independent First Nations (IFN) and our hosts Temagami First Nation, are pleased to announce that the registration process for 9th Annual IFN Youth Conference “Back to the land, back to our Roots” is now officially open! This year’s event will take place from June 11-16, 2023, with accommodations being located at the Canadian Adventure Camp (CAC). The CAC […]
Read moreOn April 25, between 9 a.m.-4 p.m., the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program is hosting a trip to the National Art Gallery of Canada for the Elder Enrichment Program. Space is limited to 8 people with pick-up available at Sweetgrass and the Kateri Hall. Lunch is included. Please bring your status card for free admission. If you […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne will be hosting community consultation sessions regarding the Akwesasne Election Law Amendment on the following dates: Monday, May 1 Kawehno:ke Recreation Center6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 2Kana:takon Recreation Center6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 3Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center6-8:30 p.m. The proposed areas of change are: Composition of Council, Term of Council, Eligibility of Candidate, and […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to appoint six (6) youth council representatives (two per district), to represent the community of Akwesasne. Eligibility: The membership of the Akwesasne Youth Council shall consist of representatives, with a goal of equal gender composition, and staggered terms of two to three years. In order to be eligible to represent the Mohawks […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 27 at the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, 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 moreThe Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute has a new date for their open house! Mark your calendars and join us on Wednesday, April 26 from 5-7 p.m. to learn about the upcoming Fall 2023 programs! There will be refreshments and prizes! The AMBE Post-Secondary Assistance Program will also be available and providing information on the funding process.
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police’s investigation continues into the whereabouts of missing Akwesasne male, Casey Oakes, 30. He was last seen boarding a boat on Wednesday, March 29 and was reported missing on Thursday, March 30, 2023. The local waterways were searched from March 30, 2023, to April 5, 2023, with the assistance of the Canadian Coast Guard, Hogansburg Akwesasne […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police are providing an update regarding the recovery of several bodies in the Akwesasne territory on March 30 and March 31, 2023. A total of eight bodies were recovered in total. The circumstances surrounding the deaths continue to be investigated by the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service in collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations, Massena. An essential part […]
Read moreMake Earth Day a celebration at Generations Park! Join us on Friday, April 21 from 5-7 p.m. to learn more ways to make our planet great. Stop by the Travis Solomon Lacrosse Box for fun & games, educational tables, a chance to win some eco-friendly prizes, and more!
Read moreThe Wholistic Health & Wellness Program is hosting an elder tote-making class with Jenny Conners! Join us on Tuesday, April 18 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Native North American Travelling College. Space is limited to 10 elders and transportation is available if needed. Pick-up at Sweetgrass Manor (8:15 a.m.) and Kateri Hall (8:30 a.m.). To […]
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