A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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On February 14 Ontario Superior Court Justice Edward Belobaba made a historic ruling by holding Canada responsible for the pain and suffering endured by over 16,000 Native children taken from their communities and placed in foster homes across the province and into the United States. The federal government took an active role in ripping the children from their families resulting in psychological, spiritual and physical harm. The children were placed into non-Native residences and stripped of their heritage. In many instances the placements...
The Kawehnoke Community Recreation Centre scheduled a 'Family Bingo' as part of the Winter Carnival. Unfortunately, due to inclement weather, it had to be postponed. It was re-scheduled to Sunday, February 19, 2017. There was a beautiful turnout with approximately 80 participants of all ages. It was so nice to see our elders as well as our babies. There were 7 winners for the bingo games and 25 door prize winners. There were plenty of refreshments. Hats off to the cook and helpers. The...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) wishes to evaluate the need for a public transportation link to provide connections within and beyond the three districts of Akwesasne: Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island), Kana:takon (St. Regis) and Tsi:Snaihne (Snye). In order to achieve this objective, we would like to learn about your travel patterns and explore opportunities to provide transit services that meet your needs. The following survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete and will provide valuable feedback for the MCA. We thank you for your...
Akwesasne Child and Family Services will be holding a Coupon Class on Wednesday, March 8th from 5pm-7pm at the St. Regis Recreation Center. The class will cover where to find great coupons and how to use them, organizing your coupons the easy way, what stores save you more, and secrets to couponing the right way. Dinner and child care will be available. Please call Jhazmayn Jacobs to register at 613-575-2341 ext. 3169....
Two sessions: Sunday, March 5th - 5-7pm Tuesday, March 7th - 5-7pm St. Regis Recreation Centre And other powwow dances too! FREE for all children Instructor DJ White Parents/guardians must assist children Sponsored by the St. Regis Recreation Committee...
Millennials could be risking their financial future as they craft ways to tackle their student loans, car payments and credit card debt. New research indicates that many are overusing credit cards, racking up fees with late payments or overdrawing checking accounts and, in some cases, even taking loans against 401(k) plans. What’s worse: Millennials may have less wiggle room for financial mistakes. In many cases, Millennials could be earning about 20% less than their parents did when they were in the 25- to 34-year-old age range, according t...
Entrepreneurial college students, high school students, and transitioning veterans are invited to apply to present at the annual North Country Regional Business Plan Competition at Clarkson University on Friday, April 7. Clarkson’s Reh Center for Entrepreneurship will host the event in Clarkson’s Student Center (#15 on the map at http://www.clarkson.edu/about/clarkson_map.pdf). College student teams must fall into one of six categories: Information Technology / Software, Social Entrepreneurship / Non-Profit, Clean Technology, Advanced Tec...
Two Akwesasronon students received the Aboriginal Bursary from St. Lawrence College, Cornwall Campus on Friday, February 17, 2017. To meet the requirements for this bursary the student must be of Aboriginal ancestry, (Aboriginal ancestry includes First Nations, Inuit, and Metis), demonstrate a financial need and be an Ontario resident. In addition they must also return the following semester, be in good academic standing and participate in classes, group projects and assignments. Recipients are...
(February 28, 2017) The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service supported the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police's (OACP) 2017 Crime Prevention campaign (#CrimePreventionONT), which includes the top 10 crimes or potential situations where victimization can occur as identified by the Province's top police crime prevention experts. The OACP asked top community safety and crime prevention policing experts–all members of the OACP's Community Safety and Crime Prevention Committee–to identify crimes or...
(February 23, 2017) Ottawa, ON -- Today, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde and Cindy Blackstock, Executive Director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society (the Caring Society), marked the 10th anniversary of the filing of their organizations’ joint complaint to the Canadian Human Rights Commission to end discrimination and properly fund First Nations child welfare services and fully implement Jordan’s Principle. “Today we are seeking a clear commitment from the Government of Canada to immed...
Artists and craftspeople from cultures around the world make ceramic pots and vessels using methods and techniques passed down from one generation to the next. The Haudenosaunee follow their own ceramic traditions, which date back for centuries. Prior to European contact, Haudenosaunee pots and containers were made from raw clay dug out of the ground, which was then rolled into snake-like coils, shaped into forms, and smoothed by hand. These vessels were often decorated with incised designs or...
Reprinted with permission from Indian Country Media Network (February 24, 2017) Standing Rock Sioux Chairman David Archambault II on Thursday, February 24, 2017, blasted as “absolutely false” presidential Press Secretary Sean Spicer’s assertion that the administration of President Donald Trump had consulted with the tribe about the Dakota Access Pipeline. The phony fact came out of the White House daily press briefing on February 23, which took place even as the Oceti Sakowin water protectors camp was being bulldozed. “On the Dakota Access...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is proud to highlight Erica Oakes as this month's long-term service employee and share all the exceptional work she is doing on behalf of the Akwesasne community. Erica Oakes began her employment with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe nearly three decades ago with the community's Housing Program (a.k.a. 'HUD') and later with its tribally administered Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). It was a time when emerging technologies were just being made available to...
NEW YORK – Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman and New York State Education Department Commissioner MaryEllen Elia today vehemently objected to the decision by President Trump and the federal Departments of Education and Justice to rescind guidance that clarified federal legal protections for transgender students. The Attorney General and Commissioner reminded school districts across New York State that - irrespective of the federal government’s decision - they have independent duties under state and local law to protect transgender students...
Akwesasne Skating Club in Potsdam, 2002. L-R: Farrah David, Jenna David, Tsionatiio Laughing, Carlee Oakes and Andrew Mitchell. 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 Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
One Year Term (April 3, 2017- March 30, 2018) Position Title: Clerk/Receptionist Program: Administration Reports to: Director and Associate Director of Education Location: AMBE Admin. Office (Behind Peace Tree Mall) Salary: MCA Salary Grid FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Director and Associate Director of Education, the Clerk/Receptionist is responsible for maintaining the central reception area of the Administration Office, insuring efficient and confidential communication between the staff and community and...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE) is currently accepting applications for the following positions: *Secondary English Teacher *Special Education Teacher *Music Teacher *School Psychologist Salmon River Central is a multi-cultural school community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit completed application to: Angela Robert Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
The Amazing Rotary Rally is a FUNdraiser for everyone who loves a scavenger hunt, photography, trivia, a car rally, or all of the above. On April 1st 2017 (no joke!), starting at noon, teams will be given a list of challenges to complete before the clock strikes four. Registration and challenge packages will be available the day of, from 11:00 am at the Canadian Mental Health Association parking lot, 329 Pitt St, Cornwall, ON K6J 3R1. Challenge starts at noon and ends around 4 pm. Prizes and snacks follow! More details at ww...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE) is currently accepting applications for the following coaching positions: * Girls’ Varsity Assistant Lacrosse * Boys’ Modified Lacrosse Salmon River Central is a multi-cultural school community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit completed application to: Angela Robert, Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
LOCATION: Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club STATUS: Part-Time (up to 29 hrs/week) REPORTS TO: Program Manager SALARY: $10.00/HR START DATE: Immediately The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced after school program. Commuting post-secondary students are encouraged to apply. The Program Assistant will work in cooperation with other team members in the implementation of activities in a specific program area such as Education & Technology, Health & Life Skills, Sports & Recreation, Arts &...
PAY LEVEL: HS08- $39,411.20-$40,987.65 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the facilitation, planning, organizing and conducting of Outreach activities, education and support groups, also responsible for client monitoring within the program. QUALIFICATIONS: • University Degree in Social Field; OR • Two (2) year Social Service Worker or equivalent diploma with; • Three (3) year work experience working with Women, men and children in crisis; • Education/experience in ment...
Annual Salary: $108,974.79 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Chief of Police, the incumbent is responsible to carry out the duties to supervise and coordinate activities of Operations personnel engaged in providing services within the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service. QUALIFICATIONS: • University Degree in Criminology, plus graduate from a recognized Police Academy and (7) years relevant field experience with supervisory experience; OR • Post-Secondary Degree in Law Enforcement, plus a graduate from a recognized Pol...
Salary Range: Under View Position Summary: Under the supervision of the DTS Director, the Wastewater Manager is responsible for the managing the water/ wastewater program and all assigned assets identified within the program in order to supply Akwesasne with safe potable drinking water environmentally safe wastewater effluent. Qualifications: • Post-Secondary Education in Maintenance Management, or related Engineering or Technical Field; • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in Administration and Management of skilled workforce; • Certified or ab...
Annual Salary: $108,974.79 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Chief of Police, the incumbent is responsible to carry out the duties to supervise and coordinate activities of Administration personnel engaged in providing services within the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service. QUALIFICATIONS: • University Degree in Criminology, plus graduate from a recognized Police Academy and (7) years relevant field experience with supervisory experience; OR • Post-Secondary Degree in Law Enforcement, plus a graduate from a recognized Pol...
Mohawk Networks (the Company), wholly owned subsidiary of The Te wá tha hón:ni Corporation, is a limited liability company (LLC) chartered under the laws of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT or Tribe). The Company is governed by the terms of its LLC Agreement and policies. The Company’s Board of Managers is composed of seven (7) members, four (4) of whom are members of the Tribal Council and three (3) of whom are appointed by Te wá tha hón:ni Board of Directors. The Company is a legal entity, formed to operate and manage a fiber optic broad...
