Press Release
The Chief Electoral Officer Theresa Thompson has released the following UNOFFICIAL list of nominees for the upcoming Mohawk Council of Akwesasne General Election. Nominations were held on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Nomination packages will be delivered to candidates within 48 hours. Candidates have until Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Noon to accept their nomination. The official list of candidates […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is conducting a callout for three (3) Community Trustees for a four-year term as a part of the Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust. Deadline to apply: Ohiarí:ha/June 17, 2024 at 12 p.m. noon If you have any questions, please contact Fallan Jacobs at 613-575-2250 ext. 2164 or at fallan.jacobs@akwesasne.ca. Applications can be picked up at the MCA […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) is notifying the community that they have purchased an updated medical transportation van. The new van is expected to be in service by June 2024 after undergoing certain specifications to accommodate medical transport requirements and safety standards. The new medical transport van can accommodate up to four wheelchairs and […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health is excited to announce the return of Green Food Bags in June 2024! MCA’s Community Health Services (CHS), located at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility, is currently accepting orders. Limited quantities of boxes are available, 2 per person. The deadline to place an order is June 7, 2024 at 4 p.m. Each bag is […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Community Fund is looking for a representative from the district of Kana:takon! Team members help develop criteria, review proposals, and make recommendations on the distribution of community funds. Deadline to submit a letter of interest is May 30, 2024. For more information, please email Special Projects Officer Kristy Lauzon at kristy.lauzon@akwesasne.ca or call 613-575-2250 ext. 2121.
Read moreMCA 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 […]
Read moreThe 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 […]
Read moreThe 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 […]
Read moreThe 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, […]
Read moreRecently, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held an Electoral Officers Training for the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Deputy Electoral/Referendum Officers (DEO/DRO), and Uniformed Security Personnel (USP). Congratulations to our newest Chief Electoral Officer and Deputy Electoral/Referendum Officers that will be serving their terms for the next three years: Theresa Thompson, CEODakota Caldwell, DEO/DROArlene David, DEO/DROMaryann Jacobs, DEO/DROMargaret Thomas-Jock, DEO/DROAshley […]
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