The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Mills to the position of Executive Director, beginning May 1, 2023. Tim is a familiar face to many in our community, both as a partner in his past role as the Senior Administrative Officer of the Township of South Glengarry and in his previous roles as Superintendent […]
Read moreJoin the Safe Zone Committee for a fun evening of bracelet-making! When: Friday, May 19 (5-7 p.m.)Where: Akwesasne Housing Authority (378 State Route 37, Hogansburg) Open to community members ages 12 and older. Food, drinks, and materials will be provided! To register, please contact Kyle Thompson at kyle.thompson@akwesasne.ca or at 613-575-2341 ext. 3107.
Read moreThe MCA Community Health Program is excited to host Community Fitness, a free 14-week open gym for community members! When: Tuesdays – ThursdaysWhere: Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility Fitness Center The open gym will be held from May 2 – August 3, 2023 and is available in one-hour slots. If you have any questions, please contact Diabetes Prevention Worker Krista Lee Oakes […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, in collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Cornwall & District, the OPP and Cornwall Police, launched the newest initiative called Project Lifesaver, to protect and quickly locate those living with dementia who get lost. Launch date is April 26, 2023. This program is now available to residents living in Akwesasne. Project Lifesaver uses […]
Read moreJoin the MCA Community Health Program’s Diabetes Prevention Services for a free, 12-week circuit training class to increase your fitness level! This class targets strength building, muscular endurance, flexibility, and weight loss. When: Mondays & Wednesdays (May 1 – July 20)Where: Community Health Program Fitness Center (Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io) This class is open to community members age 18+ of all […]
Read moreJoin the MCA Environment Program for a bookmark-making class! The class was rescheduled and will be held on Thursday, April 27. Spots are limited to 5 participants. Register by emailing keri.horne-burns@akwesasne.ca. The class will be held from 5-7 p.m. at the Environment Lab, located next to CIA #3 on Kawehno:ke.
Read moreOn Friday, May 5th, the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program will be hosting a day of awareness for all Missing & Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). Join us from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena for a tobacco burning, guest speaker, and refreshments. For more information, please email afwpoutreach@akwesasne.ca.
Read moreOn Tuesday, April 25, 2023, representatives from the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne presented cheques to several community non-profit organizations. The funds were donated by the Dept. of Community & Social Services (DCSS) to assist in the creation of programming for children and families, as well as ongoing operations of their respective facilities. Each organization is frequently accessed by Akwesasne community […]
Read moreYouth ages 10-17 are invited to the annual “Kids for Fishing” program! The event will be held on May 13, 2023 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at By the River – Atsiakta. There are 30 spots available; 10 spots for youth with special needs. To register, please call/text Community Service Officer PJ Burns at 518-521-8479.
Read moreThe Akwesasne Justice Department (AJD) is requesting interested candidates to submit a proposal for legal services. Interested candidates must be a member of the Law Society of Ontario, Le Barreau of Quebec. The AJD has a mandate to provide a comprehensive justice system, inclusive of legal services. If you have any questions regarding the request for proposal (RFP), please contact: […]
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