With sadness, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) acknowledges the passing of former team member Julia Roundpoint. Julia had been a long-time employee with the Community Health Program, having served as a Community Health Representative for over 20 years during her time with the program.   Having completed nursing school and advancing her studies to further her […]

Youth ages 10-17 are invited to the annual “Kids for Fishing” program! The event will be held on May 21, 2022 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at By the River – Atsiakta.   There are 40 spots available; 10 spots for youth with special needs. Due to high demand, the participants will be chosen via live drawing on 97.3 […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is conducting a callout for 2 Trust Overseers to advise the Community Trustee as a part of the Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust.   Deadline to apply: OPEN UNTIL FILLED   If you have any questions, please contact Chelsea Francis at chelsea.francis@akwesasne.ca. Applications can be picked up at the MCA Admin. 1 Building in Kana:takon or […]

WILL REASSESS MANDATE ON JUNE 11TH   The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is informing the community that the mask mandate has been extended and will be reassessed on June 11, 2022. This extension is due to the rise in cases in and around the Akwesasne community. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has also opted to continue the mask mandate […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports forty-six (46) positive cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of April 25, 2022.   Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne:   Current Positive Cases: 46Total COVID-Related Passings: 12    Symptomatic IndividualsIf an individual is symptomatic, it is recommended that: Individuals have either two negative rapid […]

CORNWALL — It is with great enthusiasm that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is celebrating the opening of an expanded program to assist children and families who are in need of child protection-related services.   The Akwesasne Representative and Advocacy Program (ARAP) officially opened its doors today at 55 Water Street, Cornwall, with the purpose to assist Mohawk families […]

The Native North American Travelling College (NNATC) will be hosting the Akwesasne Children’s Pow Wow on June 4, 2022 at Generations Park! This is a free event. Dance registration starts at 10 a.m. and is open to dancers age 13 and under. Grand entry will start at 12 p.m. noon.  

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that the Kawehno:ke District Meeting scheduled for tonight has been cancelled.   We apologize for any inconvenience and nia:wen for your understanding.  

The MCA Wholistic Health and Wellness Program and Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness would like to invite you to join us for some relaxation, a painting class with Kit Thomas, and some fresh air!   When: Sunday, May 8thWhere: Lampson Falls (short, friendly hike for all levels)   Departing from Speedway Plaza (Casino HR parking lot) at 9 a.m.Transportation is available but […]

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to extend appreciation to the Rotary Club of Cornwall for their kind and generous donation of $5,000 to the Akwesasne Skatepark.   Donations from organizations like the Rotary Club are helping to bring a dream into a reality. The Akwesasne Skatepark will offer a new form of fun and exercise for anyone interested […]