OFFICIAL list of nominees from the Chief Electoral Officer for the Kawehno:ke District Chief By-Election for which nominations were held on Saturday, November 17. The individuals have accepted their nomination in accordance with the deadline of 12 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21. A by-election for the district of Kawehno:ke for one (1) district chief will be held on Saturday, […]
Read moreDue to the ongoing Canada Post Strike and the uncertainty of mail delivery and interruptions in Akwesasne in the territory of Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, the Community Support Program will NOT be using the postal service for mail delivery on the day of Thursday, November 29. CSP will be setting up delivery sites in the three districts on November 29th, […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is notifying the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program has been extended to include Community Support Program (CSP) clients. Mohawk Council passed MCR 2018/2019-#249 accepting revisions to the Heating Assistance Program Policy that states, “Based on the present rising fuel/energy costs, the heating assistance program will also be offered to the Mohawk Council […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Environment Program, in partnership with Parks Canada Agency at the Thousand Islands National Park, would like to announce that the 2018 Deer Herd Reduction Program date is set for Saturday, December 1 and Sunday, December 2. Names of community members interested in harvesting white-tail deer for communal or personal use are being collected now […]
Read moreWhat is Natural Gas? Natural Gas is a colourless odourless naturally occurring gas consisting primarily of Methane (CH4) and is lighter than air. It was formed over millions of years when layers of decomposing plant and animal matter were exposed to intense heat and pressure under the surface of the Earth. Why does it smell if it’s odourless? The distinctive […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is excited to host another year of Open Houses! The community is invited to attend and learn more about the different departments and programs throughout MCA – join us for a chance to win some awesome prizes! DATES: Kana:takon School Tuesday, November 27 | 5-7 PM Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School Wednesday, November 28 | […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has established an Akwesasne Legislative Commission to oversee, receive community input and provide community guidance and direction in the development of Akwesasne Laws. The Akwesasne Legislative Commission is announcing that due to the early closure of offices for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne to accommodate Halloween Night in the Village, the Public Comment Period has […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne wishes to express condolences to the family of the late Peter Sunday. Mr. Sunday served the Akwesasne community as a police officer and chief of police for the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, joining the force in the 1970s. As Chief of Police from 1980-1986 (approximate dates), he lead the force and contributed to its growth overall as a […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Department of Tehotiiennawakon is actively seeking individuals who are interested in sitting as (an) Akwesasne Licensing Commission member. The primary duty of the Licensing Commission is to administer the regulatory and licensing systems established under Akwesasne Laws, policies and regulations. Please note: Representation from Tsi Snaihne has been filled. THIS CALLOUT IS FOR COMMUNITY MEMBER […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program will once again be offered for the upcoming 2018-2019 winter months. The eligibility application process now includes Akwesasronon who are residing within the municipal boundary of the City of Cornwall, Ontario, provided the applicant is a registered member of the Mohawk Council of […]
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