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On December 15, 2022, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne officially swore in Kana:takon District Chief Larry King who was elected in the December 3, 2022 by-election. Justice Alexandra David administered the oath of office and community members and members of Council, staff, and the King family attended the ceremony held at the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility. Chief King will serve […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne wishes you peace, joy, and prosperity this holiday season and throughout the coming year.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Department of Health’s Land-Based Healing Program was proud to sponsor a discussion with indigenous high school students at CCVS and renowned speaker and cultural historian, Tom Porter. Mr. Porter spoke to a group of more than 60 students. Mr. Porter led a discussion about self-identity and self-care using traditional longhouse teachings. He shared his […]
Read moreThe COVID-19 Global Pandemic has created and exacerbated mental health illnesses and struggles for many communities, Akwesasne included. The Community of Akwesasne has many families affected by grief, loss, addictions, economic uncertainty, and COIVD related challenges. In late 2021, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne approved the allocation of resources to create the Akwesasne Community Healing Fund to support healing […]
Read moreThe MCA Community Health Program (CHP) has an upcoming walk-in clinic scheduled for community members that would like to receive their flu shot. Tuesday, December 2010 a.m. – 6 p.m.Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io (Community Health Office) Appointments to receive your flu shot can also be made with the Community Health Program or with the Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (KMC). If you […]
Read moreIohahi:io Akwesasne Education and Training Institute is excited to host another demo day with FabLab Onaki! Join us on Wednesday, December 21 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. for some fun with 3d printing, laser engraving, and more. Iohahi:io will also be accepting registrations for FabLab’s 16-week paid training program, which is scheduled to begin on January 9 for […]
Read moreSince September, the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program has offered traditional medicine workshops on the first Wednesday of each month! The last class, Teas & Tinctures, has been rescheduled and moved to a new location. Join us on Wednesday, January 4 at Tetewaienen (Whoville House) in Tsi Snaihne at 5 p.m. for the final workshop! To register […]
Read moreThe MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program is hosting a clay medallion-making workshop as part of their Elder Enrichment series! When: Tuesday, December 20 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.)Where: Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (Turtle Room) This class is limited to 10 elders maximum. To sign up, please contact Maya Swamp at maya.swamp@akwesasne.ca or at 613-575-2341 ext. 3106.
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to invite the community to the swearing-in ceremony for newly-elected Kana:takon District Chief Larry King! Please join us on Thursday, December 15 at 5 p.m. in the atrium of Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility. Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony. If you have any questions, please contact Mohawk Government at 613-575-2250. […]
Read moreFrom November 22nd through December 2nd, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Human Resources Program took the initiative to run a community-wide winter clothing drive. Donations of cold weather gear and miscellaneous winter items were collected, then distributed to the public at Kana:takon School on December 3rd. The HR office would like to say niawenhkó:wa to all of the volunteers […]
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