The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Environment Program is looking to work with experienced local sturgeon fisherman to assist in the delivery of a project that is specifically focused on gaining a better understanding of their population and informing conservation efforts to preserve this incredible and historical species.  Contact logan.lazore@akwesasne.ca by November 19th if interested, and please note that this work […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) is providing an update to the community on what the program is able to provide coverage for, and what they are unable to provide. The NIHB reminds the community that the program is not a substitute for provincial health plan coverage. A valid health card and status card number are […]

Canada has confirmed its first domestically acquired human case of Avian Influenza A(H5N1) in British Columbia. Avian influenza mostly affects wild birds, but it can also infect domestic poultry and a variety of mammals. To minimize the potential risk of acquiring avian influenza, avoid handling sick or dead birds and wildlife. In nature• Keep your distance from wild birds and […]

The Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) facility’s residents and staff would like to send a big nia:wen/thank you to the Land-Based Healing Program for the donation of a new gazebo. The LTC’s previous gazebo had been damaged during a January storm and was rendered unsafe for resident use. The Land-Based Healing Program donated a new gazebo to the LTC to protect […]

On Tuesday, November the 19th from 5-7pm at the St. Regis Recreation Center, the Traditional Support Program and Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness are joining forces for a Cooking and Movement class! During the class, participants will learn a wild game recipe, lead by Katie from Traditional Support. After learning the recipe and preparing the ingredients, families will take part in some […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne invites you to moc your calendars! This Friday, November 15th, join us for Rock Your Mocs Day and celebrate by wearing your moccasins with pride. Together, let’s honor our culture, individuality, ancestors, and the skilled artisans who craft these beautiful pieces. Since 2011, Rock Your Mocs has united people around the world in a powerful […]

In collaboration with Akwesasne Child and Family Services Traditional Support Unit, MCA Community Health Program, and SRMT Mental Health Traditional Medicine Program, a Youth Singing Group for ages 12+ will be held every Thursday from November 7-28th between 6-8 p.m. at the Mohawk Nation Longhouse Cookhouse.    Youth will have the opportunity to learn about our social songs and traditional […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health announces that Dr. Saylor, our esteemed paediatrician in the Clinical Care Sector, will be concluding his service at all clinical  after more than a decade of dedicated work in our community. Key Information: Final Day of Service: March 27, 2025 Patient Care: Child and youth patients will transition to other available MCA […]

National Nurse Practitioner Week is held annually in celebration of these exceptional hea lthcare providers. Nurse practitioners play a vital role in our healthcare system and we take this time to celebrate Nurse Practitioners (NP) Week. NP Week is held annually every November to celebrate the incredible work NP’s do and to celebrate their contributions to our healthcare system, especially […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center is informing the community that Dr. Scott will be conducting virtual pre-admission assessments for the Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center on Friday, November 15th from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for pre-admission screenings. Pre-admission screenings will be conducted via video conference call with Dr. Scott at the Detox Center. Admission for detox services will […]