1. When is recreational cannabis legal in Canada? a. October 17, 2018 2. Can I start selling recreational cannabis on October 17, 2018? a. No. MCA is currently working out the licensing process under the Akwesasne Interim Cannabis Regulation. 3. Can I apply for a business licence to sell recreational cannabis out of my house? a. No, a retail location […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) recently passed the Akwesasne Interim Cannabis Regulation (MCR 2018 #212), which will govern the possession, use, cultivation, sale, and distribution of cannabis in Akwesasne when it comes into force on October 17th, 2018. The regulation includes the requirement for cannabis-related businesses to obtain a license from the MCA. The Akwesasne Interim Cannabis Regulation can […]
Read moreAs part of the Bridge Corridor Improvements, the Kawehnó:ke Tennis Courts will undergo revitalization to its site to improve the area and provide a safe environment with better amenity spaces for the community. The project consists of a new entrance access with parking spaces from Recreation Road, a new 12’ high fence around the court area, and new asphalt playing […]
Read moreThe Department of Health would like to announce that effective October 10, Alanna (Lannie) Mitchell, Nurse Practitioner at Tsiionkwanonhso:te Clinic will no longer be providing services. Wholistic Health & Wellness would like to advise the community that Dr. Horn will be following all of her patients, for lab results and follow-up. We also would like to make the community aware […]
Read moreIn preparation for the upcoming legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has passed the Akwesasne Interim Cannabis Regulation. The regulations were passed on Oct. 1, 2018 and will go into effect officially on the date of Canada’s recreational cannabis legalization – Oct. 17, 2018. At that time, cannabis will no longer be considered a drug under […]
Read moreWe want YOUR input on the design of Akwesasne’s customized web portal and app! The first Smart Akwesasne Community Engagement Session will be on Thursday, October 11 at the Kawehno:ke Rec (5-7 PM) — healthy meals will be provided and those who attend will be entered for a chance to win an Apple Watch Series 4! For more information, please […]
Read moreAKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY – The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is proud to announce that the Fitbit Fanatics have taken first place in the Southern Ontario Team category for the 2018 Mocc Walk, a free challenge created by the Ontario Native Women’s Association’s Diabetes Program, in an effort to raise Diabetes Awareness, as well as to promote physical activity among Indigenous […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is notifying the community that a petition was presented to Council on August 30 at the General Meeting on Kawehno:ke/Cornwall Island. The petition called for the removal of a Kawehno:ke District Chief from office. In accordance with guidelines set forth in the Akwesasne Election Law and Akwesasne Procedural Regulations, the petition was forwarded to the […]
Read moreThe Chief Referendum Officer (Chief Electoral Officer) Leona Benedict hereby gives confirmation that the St. Regis Mohawk School in Hogansburg will be the location of the final polling station for the Tsi:karístisere/Dundee Land Claim Settlement Agreement. The Settlement Agreement will only be signed with the approval of the community by referendum. The referendum on the Tsi:karístisere /Dundee Claim Settlement Agreement […]
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