Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Land Management Survey Results
Land Administration
Did you know that Akwesasne lands are controlled and managed by the Indian Act and Indian Affairs Canada?
Summary Data |
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| Yes | 81% |
| No | 12% |
| Don’t Know | 6% |
| No Response | 1% |
The percentages are based on a sample size of 525 individuals completing the survey
Do you believe that the Indian Act system and Indian Affairs Canada should control and manage Akwesasne lands?
Summary Data |
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| No | 63% |
| Don’t Know | 21% |
| Yes | 15% |
| No Response | 1% |
The percentages are based on a sample size of 525 individuals completing the survey
Who should control and manage Akwesasne lands?
Summary Data |
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| Mohawk Council of Akwesasne | 30% |
| Mohawk Nation | 27% |
| Indian Affairs Canada | 22% |
| Don’t Know | 20% |
| Other | 10% |
| Provincial Government | 1% |
| No Response | 1% |
*Total is over 100% due to respondents checking more than one answer.
Ownership of Akwesasne Lands
Who should be able to own land in Akwesasne?
Summary Data |
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| Mohawks of Akwesasne Member | 67% |
| Indian Affairs Status Indian | 15% |
| Non-Member Onkwehonwe | 15% |
| Non-Onkwehonwe Member | 2% |
| Non-Onkwehonwe | 0% |
*Respondents provided more than one answer.
Land Dispute Resolution
Should outside courts have jurisdiction over land disputes on Akwesasne lands?
Summary Data |
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| No | 59% |
| Work Jointly | 26% |
| Don’t Know | 9% |
| Yes | 7% |
*Total is more than 100% due to respondents checking more than one answer.
