Press Release
PUBLIC STATEMENT For Immediate Release Seskehko:wa/September 7, 2022 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is shocked, saddened and tremendously sympathetic over news of the James Smith Cree Nation tragedy this past weekend. This senseless tragedy has shaken all of Indian country as we all know how such profound loss and violent circumstances would impact all of our own families and First […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is investigating reports of gunshots in the vicinity of St. Regis on September 3, 2022. Akwesasne Central Dispatch received reports of gunfire in the area of St. Regis in the early morning hours of September 3, 2022. Police immediately responded and canvassed the area; some shell casings were recovered in the area. Members of […]
Read moreAs children head back to school, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is reminding motorists to slow down and pay attention. Traffic enforcement will be conducted in school zones and in areas of bus stops. Police encourage motorists to exercise caution when driving near schools, bus stops, and anywhere children may be walking near a road. Pay attention to parking […]
Read moreThe Wholistic Health & Wellness (WHW) Program would like to welcome Dr. Janine Scott, PhD., C, Psych., to the team. Dr. Scott is a registered psychologist in Ontario who has been working for the past 30 years at Inspire (previously SD&G Developmental Services) as a Clinical Supervisor and running a private practice in Cornwall. Dr. Scott has been working […]
Read moreUS Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has provided an update on anticipated increased wait times for the month of September 2022. From now until September 30, 2022, CBP’s Office of Field Operation (OFO) expects potential increases in border wait times due to necessary and operational adjustments to close out the fiscal year; these adjustments have also affected the Massena Port […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Community & Social Services (DCSS) is informing the community that the parking lot at the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (KHF) will be closed during the weekend of September 2nd, 2022. The parking lot is going to be pressure-washed and the parking space lines repainted. While we are […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports seven (7) positive cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of August 29, 2022. Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne: Current Positive Cases: 7Total COVID-Related Passings: 14 SYMPTOMATIC INDIVIDUALS If an individual is symptomatic, it is recommended that: Individuals have either two […]
Read morePlease join the Safe Zone Committee for an outdoor picnic to celebrate our local 2SLGBTQQIA+ community! Let’s gather, hold a safe space, be joyous, and build connections. Feel free to bring a dish or beverage to share if you’d like; if not, no problem – there will be food to go around! When: Wednesday, September 7 | 5 […]
Read moreAs a result of the Legislative Development Priorities Survey (completed in May 2022), Akwesasronon identified a new law to be created for the community: the Child’s Rights & Responsibilities Law. A Working Task Group has been created for this law, along with a work plan and schedule for its legislative development. The WTG would like to meet with the […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s (MCA) Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Community and Social Services (DCSS), in partnership with the Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), will be opening a 4-bed addictions services facility in the community of Akwesasne.Made possible through funding from the provincial government as part of Ontario’s Addiction Recovery Fund, this investment ensures that individuals under the […]
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