MCA APPOINTS INTERIM CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Acting Executive Director is pleased to announce that Cheryl Jacobs has been appointed interim Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) effective January 20, 2025. She will serve in this role until December 2026, completing the 3-year term of the former CEO who has recently resigned. We thank Ms. Jacobs for agreeing to fill this emergency need and ensure continuity of election services. The role was first offered to active Deputy Electoral Officers (DEOs). However, none were able to take on the role at this time.

In accordance with the Akwesasne Election Law, a new callout for CEO and DEOs will occur when an MCA General Election has been called and they will be appointed six months prior to the election.

The following DEOs appointed during the last call out and MCA General Election are currently still active. They are:
• Hawi Benedict
• Sophia Thompson
• Cheavee Willie
• Arlene David
• Ashley Thompson
• Dakota Caldwell
• Mary Ann Jacobs
• Margaret Thomas-Jock

We would like to thank the DEOs for continuing their appointment, fulfilling a valuable role in the community. Additionally, we express our appreciation to the former CEO for their effort and time dedicated the MCA General Election.

For questions or further information, please contact Executive Services at 613-575-2250.