Category: News

DCSS CALL FOR SERVICE: ENHANCING WELL-BEING THROUGH PREVENTION SERVICES

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Community and Social Services (DCSS) is issuing a call out to organizations passionate about enhancing the well-being of children and families within our community through prevention services. We recognize the critical role of early intervention and support in fostering healthy family dynamics and child development. As such, we invite proposals from organizations capable […]

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HYDRO QUEBEC SCHEDULED POWER OUTAGE ON MAY 9

MCA OFFICES & AMBE SCHOOLS IN SNYE & SAINT CLOSING   Hydro Quebec has notified the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne of a scheduled power outage in the districts of Kana:takon and Tsi Snaihne taking place on Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The purpose of the outage is for service and maintenance. The following early closures […]

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AKWESASNE MOHAWK POLICE SERVICE CELEBRATES POLICE WEEK

The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service will be celebrating Police Week from May 11-17, 2024. This year’s theme is “Committed to Serve Together.” We acknowledge the crucial partnership between members of a police service, between police services, between the police and other first responders, as well as between the police and the organizations and people in the communities they serve. It […]

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MCA ANNOUNCES HIRING OF NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mose A. Herne, Akwesasronon, as the new Executive Director, effective May 6, 2024. Mose’s community roots and leadership background made him the ideal choice after a rigorous selection process that began in November 2023.   The Executive Director oversees the daily operations of the organization, offering strategic […]

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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT INDIGENOUS YOUTH CAREER INITIATIVE

The Indigenous Police Chiefs of Ontario (IPCO) has teamed up with various First Nations agencies to host a week-long field trip for youth interested in policing and/or emergency management. From August 11-17, 2024, participants will have the opportunity to learn about career paths in public safety while receiving both cultural and emergency management training (First Aid/CPR, Live Fire/Extinguisher, etc.). Some […]

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ELDER CHAIR FLEXIBILITY CLASS

The MCA Health Promotion & Prevention Program would like to invite elders ages 55+ to a chair flexibility class! Join us on May 7, 2024 at Sweetgrass Manor for a relaxing mobility session from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.   Light refreshments will be provided. To register or for more information, please contact Kieler Lahache at the MCA Health Promotion […]

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PATRICK DAVID NAMED WATER OPERATOR OF THE YEAR

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to congratulate Patrick David for recently being named “Operator of the Year” by the Aboriginal Water & Wastewater Association of Ontario (AWWAO).   Mr. David is the Operator in Charge (OIC) of the St. Regis Water Treatment Plan, part of MCA’s Water/Wastewater Program. As an OIC, he is tasked with maintaining the water […]

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ELDERS APRON-MAKING CLASS

The MCA Department of Health is excited to host an apron-making class for elders! Join us and instructor Terry Cree on Friday, May 10 for a sewing session and discussion on the food we consume.   The class will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Native North American Travelling College on Kawehno:ke.   Space is limited […]

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MCA GENERAL MEETING — APRIL 2024

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 2 at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center, 6 p.m. start time. Council encourages community members to attend the monthly general meetings to receive updates and information. If you have any questions regarding these meetings, please do not hesitate to contact the Mohawk Government Office at 613-575-2250.  

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ARENA PLAYGROUND & SPLASH PAD PROJECT TO BEGIN

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Economic Development would like to inform the community that the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena Playground & Splash Pad Project is scheduled to commence the first week of May 2024.   This project is expected to last approximately 8-10 weeks with an anticipated completion date in July 2024.   As we embark on this exciting venture, […]

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