MCA Green Food Bag Program

Supporting healthy living in Akwesasne, one bag at a time.

The MCA Department of Health’s Community Health Services is proud to offer the Tetewatska:hon — Green Food Bag Program. This initiative provides fresh produce and other goods to Akwesasronon at an affordable price.

 


 

How It Works

  • Cost: $20 per Green Food Bag (limit of 2 bags per person).

  • Payment: Due at the time of order. Accepted methods:

    • Cash: Submit payments to the Community Health Services office at the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility.
    • E-Transfer: Send payments to etransfer@akwesasne.ca.
      • Include the following in the message section:
        • “Green Food Bag”
        • The month you are ordering for
        • Your name and contact number
  • Limited Quantities: Quantities are limited each month, so don’t wait to place your order! If the limit is reached, your order will roll over to the next month’s list. See the schedule for 2025 below.

 


 

What’s in the Bag?

Each month, the Green Food Bag features a variety of fresh, seasonal produce and other items. Past bags have included:
🧅 Onions
🍎 Apples
🥔 Potatoes
🥕 Carrots
🥒 Cucumbers
🍌 Bananas
🥬 Lettuce
🍴 Cereal and more!

 


 

Pickup Information

  • Bring Your Own Bags: Please bring reusable bags when picking up your order, as bags will not be provided.

 


 

For more information, contact Community Health Services at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220.

Take a step toward healthier living and order your Green Food Bag today!