Press Release
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has scheduled a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected Kawehno:ke District Chief Vincent Thompson. The community is invited to the swearing-in taking place: Thursday, September 14, 2023Kawehno:ke Recreation Center5 p.m. Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony. If you have any questions please contact Mohawk Government at 613-575-2250.
Read moreA by-election was held in the District of Kawehno:ke on September 2, 2023 for (1) District Chief. No appeals were filed by the deadline of September 7, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Kawehno:ke District Chief Candidates: Lloyd Benedict — 5 Thomas Francis — 27 Rosemary Montour-Square — 9 Melissa Oakes — 8 Lacey Pierce — 37 Vincent Thompson — 91 […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) is informing the community that they are adding two electric vehicles to their fleet. The AMPS have been working with partners 7Gen and Cyberkar to equip the electric police vehicles. AMPS will be one of the first police forces in Ontario in Quebec, as well as the first Indigenous police force that will operate […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) is providing the community with information on the Meals on Wheels Program. The Meals on Wheels Program delivers freshly prepared meals, Monday to Friday, for its registered clients. The meals are delivered directly to community members’ homes within the three districts of Kana:takon, Tsi Snaihne, and Kawehno:ke. The Meals on […]
Read moreThe Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) facility has been notified that they are officially in COVID-19 Outbreak Status as of Wednesday, September 6, 2023. There are currently no restrictions on visitation. However, masks are mandatory at all times when visiting loved ones, and there is no mingling or visiting others throughout the facility. If you are not feeling well, we strongly […]
Read moreHOME BLOOD WORK VISITS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO STAFFING SHORTAGE The Akwesasne Medical Clinic (AMC) is notifying the community that blood test clinic appointments are available at the clinic in Kana:takon. However, due to staffing shortage, home blood work visit services are unable to be provided at this time. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Chief Electoral Officer has released the unofficial results of the Kawehno:ke By-Election held on September 2, 2023. CANDIDATE TOTAL VOTES Lloyd Benedict 5 Thomas Francis 27 Rosemary Montour-Square 9 Melissa/Iakowi:he’ne’ Oakes 8 Lacey Sarah Pierce 37 Vincent Thompson 91 DJ White 14 Any appeals to the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne By-Election in relation […]
Read moreSeptember is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program is inviting you to join us for a variety of events throughout the month. WHW has partnered up with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness and more for activities designed to acknowledge those affected by suicide, raise awareness, and connect individuals with community and support […]
Read more“As a Voter of the Mohawks of Akwesasne, do you agree to and approve the terms and conditions of the Seaway Claim Settlement Agreement initialed by the negotiators for the Mohawks of Akwesasne, Canada, the Federal Bridge Corporation Limited, and the Seaway International Bridge Corporation Ltd. Which settles and releases the Seaway Claim?” YES 170 NO 275 […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Membership Board has requested that an election be held for all positions on the board. District of Tsi Snaihne One 2-year term Board Member One 4-year term Board Member One Chairperson (4-year term) District of Kana:takon One 2-year term Board Member One 4-year term Board Member One Chairperson (4-year term) District of Kawehno:ke One 2-year […]
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