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  • 2012 Headlines in Review

    Jan 10, 2013

    January/Tsiothohrkowa - Kateri Tekakwitha to achieve Sainthood - Mohawk Council Grand Chief Tours Attawapiskat - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Declares Ban on Synthetic Cannabis - Mohawk Man Accused of ‘Stealing’ Land May Prompt Resolution of Land Claim Lawsuit - Tribal Gaming Commission Orders Unlicensed Casino to Close - MCA and Niagara Gas Transmission Ltd. Mark $1 Million Cooperation & Land Use Agreement - Tribe Backs Off Task Force - Joanne Shenandoah Visits Israel-Palestine for Peace Concert February/Enniska - People of the Way of the Lon...

  • Chiefs of Ontario - Open Letter To First Nation Citizens Of Ontario

    Jan 10, 2013

    January 7, 2013 - Greetings: We want to acknowledge all First Nation and non-First Nation citizens for raising awareness with respect to the plight of our people and for working with us to demand change and a more promising future for us all. We recognize and support Chief Theresa Spence for her commitment to bringing greater attention to the challenges that First Nations are confronted with and the need for the federal government to work with First Nation leaders. As a result of these efforts, a meeting involving the Prime Minister and First...

  • Onondaga Nation Supports Chief Theresa Spence and Idle No More in Fight Against Bill C-45

    SIDNEY HILL|Jan 10, 2013

    SIDNEY HILL January 06, 2013 The following is a statement by Tadodaho of Onondaga Indian Nation Chief Sidney Hill in support of Chief Theresa Spence and Idle No More and its stand in solidarity against Canada’s omnibus Bill C-45. On December 14, 2012, the Government of Canada passed a bundle of legislative provisions packaged into one omnibus bill called Bill C-45, without the free, prior and informed consent of Indigenous Nations and Peoples; a practice that is inconsistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous P...

  • Student Submission

    Jan 10, 2013

    Kyren Tehonatarake Arquette-King is in Pre-K at the Kanatakon School and he drew this picture of his mommy....

  • Mohawk Council of Akwesasne SCHEDULED FOCUS MEETING FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2013

    Jan 10, 2013

    •Kawehno:ke Thursday, January 17th at the Cornwall Island Recreation Center at 6pm Agenda: Government Secretariat Portfolio •Kana:takon Thursday, January 31st at the St. Regis Recreation Center at 6pm Agenda: Matrimonial Real Property on Reserve Council encourages community members to attend the meetings to receive updates of information. If you have any questions regarding these meetings, please do not hesitate to call the Mohawk Government office at 613-575-2348....

  • Blast from the Past

    Jan 10, 2013

    Year unknown Peter and Mary Arquette with sons Mitch and George Arquette Thanks to Loretta Lazore for sharing this photo with our readers. Do you have any old photos that you’d like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....

  • Sexual Assault Advocate

    Jan 10, 2013

    Division: Three Sisters Program Salary: $17,680 – 36,108.80 (21-1093) Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothohkó:wa/January 25, 2013 Description of Position: Responsible for advocating and supporting victims of sexual assault and family violence. Responsibility includes carrying a multiple caseload and offer support to victims of rape and sexual assault. Also responsible for bringing awareness of sexual assault and the Program to community members and networking agencies. Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Psychology or So...

  • Library Clerk

    Jan 10, 2013

    Akwesasne Cultural Center Job Title: Library Clerk Part Time: 28 hours per week Hours: 9 am – 5 pm four days a week Rate of Pay: $11.00 per hour Responsibilities: To develop and implement weekly reading programs for preschool, elementary and middle school students; provide holiday and summer programming with story/reading time and craft activities. Assist library patrons with computer services, assist library staff with library services, other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, some college preferred; e...

  • INTER-GOVERNMENTAL LIAISON OFFICER (IGL)

    Jan 10, 2013

    PERMANENT FULL TIME POSITION EXECUTIVE SERVICES Annual Salary: Pay Band 8 $47,931.34 - $59,010.51 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for providing liaison, facilitation and French language translation service for representatives of MCA and community members with representatives of Quebec Government Ministries and agencies. The Inter-Governmental Liaison will participate in a team approach with the Mohawk Council Chief Portfolios, Government Support Manager and the Executive Director...

  • REPORTER WANTED TO COVER SALMON RIVER SPORTS

    Jan 10, 2013

    Indian Time is looking for someone to cover all events at Salmon River. Must meet a Monday deadline, have transportation, be able to photograph and have computer skills. Apply at Indian Time newspaper. Call 518-358-9531 or 613-575-2063...

  • Tota News

    Jan 10, 2013

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays Jan 1st Mike Sunday Jan 1st Alan White Jan 3rd Shirley Arquette Jan. 3rd Susan Clifford Jan. 5th Mary Burgoyne Jan. 5th Reginald Mitchell Jan. 6th Marie L. Jock Jan. 6th Robert Lavalley Jan. 6th Annie McDonald Jan. 6th Liz Sunday Jan. 7th Evelyn Hume Jan. 7th Elizabeth Russell Jan. 8th Solomon Cook Jan. 8th Sue Robideau Jan. 9th Larry White Jan. 10th Alex Garrow Jan. 10th Jacquie Hall-Herne Jan. 10th Betty Lemondola Jan. 10th Shirley Therrien Jan. 10th Caroline Tarbell...

  • AKWESASNE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-575-2341 ext. 3215

    Jan 10, 2013

    Fri. Jan. 11th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. Jan. 12th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Mon. Jan. 14th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. Jan. 15th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:00 Wed. Jan. 16th Lab 8:30-10:00 20 patient limit Thurs. Jan. 17th No Doctor...

  • KAWEHNOKE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-932-5808

    Jan 10, 2013

    Fri. Jan. 11th Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 8:00-4:00 Sat. Jan. 12th Joelle Regnier, NP-Walk-In 8:00-11:50 Mon. Jan. 14th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 1:00-4:00 Tues. Jan. 15th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 1:00-4:00 Wed. Jan. 16th Dr. Young Cancelled Joelle Regnier, NP-Walk-IN 5:00-8:00 Thurs. Jan. 17th Joelle Regnier, NP 1:00-4:00- by Appt. 5:00-8:00-Walk-In...

  • PROTECT YOURSELF & THOSE CLOSE TO YOU!

    Jan 10, 2013

    STOP THE SPREAD OF FLU: 1. Wash your hands 2. Get your flu vaccination 3. If you’re sick, Stay Home! FLU Shots are available during regular immunization clinic days at Community Health. Wednesdays & Fridays from 8:30-3:30 For more information call us @ 613-575 2341 ext. 3219...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    Jan 10, 2013

    PO Box 101- Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A0 Or PO Box 1043-Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact-George Adams-613-575-2871...

  • Important Dates for the Tetewatskahon Green Food Box Program

    Jan 10, 2013

    Pick up day for Kanatakon is JANUARY 15th Pick up day for Cornwall Island is JANUARY 16th Pick up times for both places is 11 am - 4 pm...

  • Oil Painting Class with instructor Wilson Bickford

    Jan 10, 2013

    This event will be part of the Akwesasne Winter Carnival hosted by Kana:takon Recreation. Pre-registration and fee of $20.00 (non-refundable) is due at registration. Class will take place on Feb 4, 2013, at the Senior building in Hogansburg. Time will be from 5-9 p.m. As part of the carnival we will be having an art display and would like to display your finished painting along with other artists from Akwesasne Please contact Johanne to register for the painting class at 613-575-2628....

  • FREE BABYSITTING COURSE!!

    Jan 10, 2013

    DATE: SATURDAY JANUARY 12th TIME: 8:30-4:00 AT SNYE RECREATION This course teaches the skills necessary to care for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers with emphasis on safety and dealing with emergency situations. You must be at least 12 years of age to take this course. Refreshments will be served To pre-register (as seating is limited) to the first 20 students. Please call Wanda @ ACFS 613-575-2341 ext. 3171...

  • Benefit Fish Dinner

    Jan 10, 2013

    Friday, January 11th, 2013 At the Brass Horse Lounge Starts at 11:00am until all dinners are sold For Avaia Jewl Sanford Roy Born November 6th, 2012 with Meningocele Spina Bifida All proceeds to help pay for Pre/Post Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments and associated expenses of upcoming Neurosurgical procedures starting Feb. 9th Silent Auction and Raffles All donations accepted by calling Danielle Oakes at 63-575-1096...

  • Benefit Dance for the Diabetes Center of Excellence

    Jan 10, 2013

    6th Annual Russell “Hoss” Mitchell Memorial Dance Saturday, January 12, 2013 American Legion in Hogansburg 9PM – 1 AM Door Prizes & Raffles $5.00 Single - $8.00 Couple Come out and support, everyone welcome. Music by The River Mohawk Band For info: Kelly Jackson 518-358-9667 Roger Mitchell 613-575-2203...

  • BENEFIT SPAGHETTI DINNER

    Jan 10, 2013

    The Foreign Language Club at Colton-Pierrepont Central School will host a spaghetti dinner on Friday, January 11th from 3pm until 6pm in the school cafeteria. Proceeds from the dinner will help students raise money for a trip to London, England, Paris, France and Madrid, Spain planned for 2015, through Education First Tours. Eat-in and take-out options are available. Dinners are $6.00 each and $20.00 for a family of four and include spaghetti, toss salad, roll and dessert. For those wishing to pre-order meals, or with questions, may contact...

  • MOVIE & PIZZA NIGHT!!

    Jan 10, 2013

    KAWEHNO:KE RECREATION PRESENTS: CROOKED ARROWS FRIDAY, JANUARY 11th 6:30-8:30 KAWEHNOKE RECREATION CENTER CORNWALL ISLAND FREE ADMISSION PIZZA, POPCORN AND DRINKS BRING A FRIEND!...

  • NATURE CENTER EVENTS

    Jan 10, 2013

    • Sat. Jan. 19: Digital Photography Workshop 1-3pm. For info. call 315-705-5022 or email [email protected] • Fri. Jan. 25: Guided Moonlight Ski and Snowshoe Hike 6:30-8:30pm. 1.5 miles. Equipment rental available. For info. call above number. •Sat. Jan. 26: Doggie Winter Fashion Show-n-Hike 10-11:30am. For info. call 315-705-5022 or email [email protected]...

  • Akwesasne Community Fund

    Jan 10, 2013

    (Akwesasne Mohawk Territory — December 17, 2012) The Akwesasne Community Fund Review Team, on behalf of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA), is pleased to announce a new call out for applications for funding from the Akwesasne Community Fund. The Akwesasne Community Fund has been set up by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne to provide financial support to community based, not-for-profit organizations and groups who are located and/or operate in the portion of Akwesasne coming under the jurisdiction of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. The A...

  • SOCIAL DANCE

    Jan 10, 2013

    Saturday, January 12, 2013 Mohawk Nation Longhouse 7pm-11pm Mohawk Nation delegates Report of the Sacred Circle of the Maya B’Aqtun Guatemaya, South America We invite you to come and hear messages, view our pictures and have some refreshments!...

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