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  • Receptionist

    Feb 5, 2015

    Division: Health Services Job Code: 43-4171 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Enníska/February 13, 2015 Description of Position: Answer inquiries and provide information to the community members, patients, visitors and other interested parties regarding the health facility and location of departments, offices, and employees within the facility. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-358-2272. Applicants must submit le...

  • Caseworker

    Feb 5, 2015

    Division: Social Services-Preventive Unit Job Code: 21-1021 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Enníska/February 13, 2015 Description of Position: Under the direction of the Program Manager, responsible for the progress and monitoring of their mandated and non-mandated cases. Perform a range of duties concerned with their assigned workload. Incumbent may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Qualifications: Bachelor’s de...

  • OHCHR CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SENIOR INDIGENOUS FELLOW POSITION

    Feb 5, 2015

    The Indigenous Peoples and Minorities Section (IPMS) at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking an indigenous person to fill the position of “Senior Fellow” for a duration of four months (1 June – 30 September 2015). Please note that the deadline to apply to this position is: 26 February 2015. The Senior Indigenous Fellowship aims at giving the selected indigenous person a better understanding of the international human rights system and mechanisms, especially those dealing with indigenous issues. Through this...

  • AKWESASNE MOHAWK POLICE SERVICES (AMPS) Entry-level – 1st Class CONSTABLE

    Feb 5, 2015

    Starting Annual Salary: ($47,638.30 – $84,374.75) SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the incumbent will be responsible for the performance of public duties associated with maintaining and fostering community peace and social order within the framework of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Services Philosophy. To investigate criminal, non-criminal and traffic occurrences within an assigned patrol area. QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma OR Equivalent; at least 19 years of age; Canadian Social Insurance Number r...

  • Tota News

    Feb 5, 2015

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Events: Feb. 5th – Healthy Choices for Healthy Life @ Diabetes Center-9:30-12:00; Haircuts-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Feb. 6th – Craft Class-1:00; Green Food Bag Deadline-2:00; Feb.9th – Bingo-1:00; Feb. 10th – Massage-9:00-2:30; Yoga-10:00; Club Meeting-10:00; shopping-1:00; Feb. 11th – Nutrition Education-10:00; depart for swim class-12:30; Feb. 12th – Valentine’s Day Game-12:30; Advisory Board Meeting-10:30; Healthy Choices for Healthy Life-9:30-12:00; Shopping-1:00 Birthdays: Fe...

  • AMPS REMINDS COMMUNITY OF DANGEROUS ICE

    Feb 5, 2015

    The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service and Emergency Services personnel would like to remind parents, residents and children alike that use of Akwesasne’s frozen rivers and ponds is unsafe. Safety on waterways or the decision to use them appropriately is an adult’s role. We want to avoid any accidents relating to the use of our rivers and ponds. With the significant fluctuations in temperatures recently, the ice is especially unsafe. Please keep water safety in mind at all times and abide by the following recommendations if venturing onto the ice...

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

    Feb 5, 2015

    Fri. Feb. 6th Dr. Forson-men’s clinic 8:30-11:30-by appt. Dr. Saylor 9:00-12:00-walk-in 2:00-3:00-by appt. Mon. Feb. 9th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Tues. Feb. 10th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-by appt. Wed. Feb. 11th Dr. Forson 2:00-3:30-walk-in 4:00-6:30-by appt. Thurs. Feb. 12th No Doctor...

  • KAWEHNOKE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-932-5808

    Feb 5, 2015

    Fri. Feb. 6th No Doctor Mon. Feb. 9th No Doctor Tues. Feb. 10th Dr. Young 8:30-11:30-Walk-in Wed. Feb. 11th Dr. Young 8:30-11:30-walk-in Thurs. Feb. 12th Dr. Tremblay 1:00-3:00-walk-in...

  • 2015 Akwesasne Winter Carnival Corn Soup Cook Off!

    Feb 5, 2015

    Sponsored by the Native North American Travelling College Saturday February 14th, 2015 12:00-1:00pm Held at the Seniors Center, 29 Business Park Road, Akwesasne Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place If you are known for your delicious and exquisite corn soup, then come join the Traveling College for our first Corn Soup Cook Off! Each entry will be judged by originality, presentation, taste and overall impression. For more information and to register your dish, please call Victoria Ransom at (613)-932-9452. Set up will start at 12:00pm and judging...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE

    Feb 5, 2015

    In order for the Akwesasne Membership Board to determine if an application for Akwesasne Membership will be approved or denied, the Board must consider the following criteria: a) Whether the applicant was born in the community b) Commitment to Mohawk culture, traditions, lifestyle, and knowledge of language and customs c) Individual or family ties to Members of the community d) Member of a Clan e) Degree of involvement in the affairs of the community f) Reasons for wanting to be a member This criteria is in Section 11 of the Akwesasne...

  • Couponing 101

    Feb 5, 2015

    Want to learn the basics of couponing and don’t know where to start? Learn how to “Coupon” with Sharla Burns at the St. Regis Recreation On February 9, 2015 From 6-8 pm. For more information or to pre-register as seating is limited please call Wanda @ 613-575-2341 ext. 3139 Light refreshments & childcare will be provided...

  • SRMT Community Notice

    Feb 5, 2015

    The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is notifying the community that an application has been submitted to the Federal Communication Commission to add 100’ to the existing 200’ Broadband tower located at 2819 County Route 95, for a total height of 300’. The tower provides local channels and wireless services to the community. Any persons requesting information or having concerns with the application are asked to contact the Tribe’s Broadband Department at (518) 358-2105 or send written correspondence to: SRMT Broadband Services 447 Frogtown Road, S...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    Feb 5, 2015

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

  • COMMUNITY INFORMATION MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR IATATHRÓNA RAOTIIENTÁHTSERA (COUPLES PROPERTY LAW) REFERENDUM

    Feb 5, 2015

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne will be hosting a series of informational meetings regarding an upcoming referendum on the Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera (Couples Property Law). Please attend any of the following meetings to receive information on how this law and referendum impacts you: District of Tsi Snaihne: Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center (General Meeting) Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 6 p.m. Southern Portion of Akwesasne: Office of the Aging Seniors Center – Tsi Tetewatatkens Thursday, February 12, 2015, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. SUMMARY: On Dec...

  • 'TOYING WITH SCIENCE'

    Feb 5, 2015

    Clarkson Bookstore, 39 Market St., Potsdam; Sat. Feb. 7, 12:30-2 p.m.; led by physicist Dr. Dave Bradford; kids will use balance board on the floor, a long balancing rod, blocks to build structures, sticks to balance, and a model motorcycle to ride up a wire. Register: https://clear.potsdam.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=152YPE15......

  • Important Dates for the Tetewatska:hon Green Food Box Program

    Feb 5, 2015

    The DEADLINE to order a Green Food Box for the month of FEBRUARY is Friday, FEBRUARY 6th, 2015 by 3:00pm. All you need to do is stop in at the Community Health Office at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io and pay $10 and place your order. It’s that simple! Please contact Heather Mitchell at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 with any questions....

  • VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CATS SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM

    Feb 5, 2015

    The CATS Spay/Neuter Program is planning on becoming a non-profit organization. This means we will be able to secure more funding to help spay/neuter cats and also move forward to start helping dogs. Our ultimate goal is to start an animal shelter and rescue services. We need dedicated volunteers to help with this. If you care about animals and can commit to attending monthly meetings and organize fundraisers then we need you on our team. Please call 315-600-7413 and leave your name and contact information or inbox us on Facebook at “CATS S...

  • OFFICE OF THE CHIEF REFERENDUM OFFICER

    Feb 5, 2015

    Voter’s List for the Iatathrona Raotiientahtsera “Couples Property Law” Special Referendum Vote have been posted in the following locations: Kanatakon: St. Regis Post Office Tsi Snaihne: Iohahi:io Reception Desk OK Den Kawehnoke: Bank of Montreal Jocks Kwik Stop Southern Portion: St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Administration Reception Desk Leona Benedict/Chief Referendum Officer January 19, 2015...

  • TAUNY Seeks People Involved in Raquette River Dams

    Feb 5, 2015

    The building of the hydroelectric dam facilities along the Raquette River in the 1950s and later changed the landscape, and greatly impacted communities and individuals. TAUNY is interviewing people who took part in planning, building, and operating these facilities, as well as people affected by the construction of the dams, for an oral history project conducted in partnership with the Village of Potsdam, made possible by funding from the New York Department of State. The project is one component of a regional effort to share stories about...

  • Calling All Artists for Akwesasne Winter Carnival Art Display

    Feb 5, 2015

    As part of the 2015 Akwesasne Winter Carnival, we will be having an art display. Any artist who would like to display some of their art work in the show, you can call Johanne to get more information at 575-2628....

  • 2015 Akwesasne Winter Carnival Snow Snake Cultural Teachings & Demonstration!

    Feb 5, 2015

    Sponsored by the Native North American Travelling College Saturday February 7th, 2015 2:00-4:00pm & Saturday February 14th, 3:00-4:00pm Held at Generations Park Join us for snow snake cultural teachings and demonstrations on Saturday, February 7th, 2015 from 2:00-4:00pm, and during the Akwesasne Winter Carnival Saturday, February 14th from 3:00-4:00pm. All ages are welcome to attend! For more information please call Haneh Brant at (613)-932-9452....

  • Red Cross Blood Drive

    Feb 5, 2015

    VFW Massena Monday, Feb. 16, 2015 1-5pm 101 W. Hatfield St. Massena Call Linda McDonald 315-769-3434 to schedule appointment...

  • Local Event

    Feb 5, 2015

    POTSDAM WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET, Cheel Arena lobby; Sat. Feb. 7, 8:30 a.m.-noon; local foods, crafts; info: 716-725-7782 or ThePotsdamFarmersMarket.org....

  • CALL FOR WRITTEN COMMENT ON PROPOSED AKWESASNE FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION LAW

    Feb 5, 2015

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne ratified Resolution 2013/2014-#142 on July 30, 2013 supporting the development of a financial administration law. The proposed Financial Administration Law would support sound financial administration practices by modernizing the rules dealing with financial management. Providing better rules for financial accountability will increase transparency and accountability to the Akwesasne community. On November 12, 2013 the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne established a working task group tasked to undertake the...

  • HAZARDOUS MATERIALS CAN NOT BE DISPOSED OF WITH REGULAR HOUSEHOLD WASTE

    Feb 5, 2015

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Technical Services would like to remind community members that “Household Hazardous Waste Materials” cannot be disposed of with normal household waste that is collected by MCA and its contractors. MCA provides the Kana:takon, Tsi Snaihne and Kawehno:ke districts with free household waste and recyclables collection. This collection program does not include Household Hazardous Waste Materials Collection. Certain materials and objects can cause harm to the staff and contractors collecting house...

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