Category: Press Release

Press Release

MCA AND CBSA ANNOUNCE PERMANENT DOMESTIC LANE AT CORNWALL POE TO IMPROVE TRAVELLER EXPERIENCE

January 30, 2024Cornwall, OntarioCanada Border Services Agency / Mohawk Council of Akwesasne   Today, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that the Domestic Lane at the Cornwall port of entry has been made permanent following a successful two-year pilot project. Recognizing the particular geography of the Cornwall port of entry, the Pilot […]

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TETEWATA’THERÍ:KE — WE ARE FILLING OUR BASKET

The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year and the official start of winter. It is the beginning of a new cycle and a day to reflect on the year that passed. Sunlight steadily increases each day after the solstice. Although it is the darkest day of the year, it also brings the promise of light.   It […]

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RFP: QUALIFIED FORENSIC OFFICER SERVICES

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Public Safety invites proposals from qualified and experienced Forensic Officers to submit proposals for forensic services to the Akwesasne Mohawk Police (AMPS). The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is committed to maintaining the highest standards of criminal investigation and seeks to engage a skilled forensic officer to enhance its capabilities. If you have any […]

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MCA GENERAL MEETING — JANUARY 2024

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Meeting, originally set for January 25, was postponed due to inclement weather. The General Meeting has now been rescheduled for Thursday, February 1 at the Kawehno:ke 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 […]

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WINTER STORM REMINDERS

Akwesasne is expecting winter storm conditions over the coming week. During this type of weather, the air outside can get very cold. A winter storm happens when there is heavy rain and the temperature is low enough that the rain turns to ice or forms as sleet or snow. Winter storms can also include freezing rain and ice, moderate snowfall […]

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WATERMAIN REPAIRS COMPLETED

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Water/Wastewater Program is notifying the community that repairs have been completed for the watermain leak that had occurred underwater between St. Regis and Snye.     
Water samples have tested negative for bacteria Chlorine residuals are also normal. The water from MCA’s waterline is safe to drink and the system is back online connecting the two […]

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AKWESASNE MOHAWK POLICE SEIZE $120,000 IN COCAINE 

The Joint Investigation Team of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service has concluded a lengthy drug investigation, culminating with a search warrant execution and cocaine seizure.      On December 20, 2023, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Akwesasne Mohawk Police with the assistance of an Ontario Provincial Police K9, entered a residence on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island) to search for cocaine, currency, and cell […]

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2023 MCA HOLIDAY CLOSURE RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Department of Community & Social Services and Department of Health is providing the community with resources and information for services available during MCA’s December holiday closure, scheduled for December 25th – January 1st. Most of MCA’s programs will be closed, with the exception of 24-hour facilities. The Ahkwehsasne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) schools […]

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OFFICIAL RESULTS OF AKWESASNE ELECTION LAW AMENDMENTS REFERENDUM

The following are the official results of the Akwesasne Election Law Amendments Referendum, held on Saturday, December 9, 2023.   BALLOT QUESTION #1  Kana:takon — YES: 27, NO: 18Kawehno:ke — YES: 36, NO: 15Tsi Snaihne — YES: 35, NO: 52TOTAL — YES: 98, NO: 85   BALLOT QUESTION #2 Kana:takon — YES: 25, NO: 20Kawehno:ke — YES: 30, NO: 23Tsi Snaihne […]

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