Category: Press Release
Press Release
MCA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COVID-19 BUSINESS RELIEF FUND
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Economic Development Program is offering a COVID-19 Business Relief Fund. The funds are to be used exclusively for COVID-19 issues. Businesses must be registered with MCA’s Economic Development Program. Eligible businesses are: small business/micro-business, artists, caterers, beaders/designers, distributors, physical fitness trainers, etc. Applications are available electronically or arrangements can be made to receive a physical […]
Read moreMCA REMOVES COMMUNITY CURFEW; URGES CONTINUED PRACTICE OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne reviewed the Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law on September 14, 2020 and voted to remove the curfew altogether. The 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew is no longer in effect. Despite changes to community laws and recommendations, Council is urging the community to continue being mindful of increasing numbers of COVID-19 in Ontario. Continue practicing safety […]
Read moreMCA URGES COMMUNITY TO BE PREPARED FOR SECOND WAVE OF COVID-19
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is urging the community to be prepared for the possibility of a second wave of COVID-19. With the knowledge we now have about COVID-19 and living in a pandemic, we can be better prepared. You can do the following to prepare for a second wave of COVID-19: Review what has worked for your family and […]
Read moreAKWESASNE DENTAL CLINIC OPERATING PROCEDURES
The Akwesasne Dental Clinic is open Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Provincial guidelines require the dental office to screen patients separately.Please be advised that there are NO walk-ins (you MUST have a scheduled appointment). You will need to follow the following steps when attending the Akwesasne Dental Clinic: First, each patient is pre-screened when the appointment is made. Then, […]
Read moreMCA EXPANDS LIMIT OF SOCIAL GATHERINGS
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) wishes to inform the community that in accordance with jurisdictional recommendations, the limit for social gatherings is now set to 50. When building size does not allow for 50 people to safely social distance by 6-feet/2-metres, the social gathering limit is reduced. MCA follows the guidelines of the Eastern Ontario Health Unit. […]
Read moreMCA WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICES
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is pleased to announce that a new director of Community & Social Services has joined the organization. Karen Hill, a Mohawk from Six Nations, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the area of family and child services. The Department of Community & Social Services includes Akwesasne Child & Family Services, the Akwesasne […]
Read moreMOHAWK COUNCIL WISHES PEGGY PYKE-THOMPSON A HAPPY RETIREMENT
Congratulations to Mohawk Council of Akwesasne employee Peggy Pyke-Thompson on her retirement as Environment Program Manager! Peggy, turtle clan, is married to Roger Thompson and together they have raised a beautiful family with four children, six grandchildren and one great grandchild. She began working within the organization on December 13, 2004 and for almost 16 years, has been an […]
Read moreBY-ELECTION FOR THE AKWESASNE MEMBERSHIP BOARD
The Akwesasne Membership Board has requested that a by-election be held for the following seats: • District of Kana:takon — One 4-year term Nominations will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2020 from the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the following location: • District of Kana:takon — Angus Mitchell Memorial Building If needed, the by-election […]
Read moreMCA DEPT. OF HEALTH FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MCA remains committed to providing necessary services and care to our community members throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The following are frequently asked questions about services we continue to provide. If you have additional questions, please email info@akwesasne.ca or call 613-575-2341 and your question will be directed to the appropriate office. Q. CAN I SEE A DOCTOR OR NURSE PRACTITIONER […]
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