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  • Akwesasne Wild Novice A & Atom A Bring Home Silver From LNHL Tourney

    Mar 24, 2016

    Submitted by Marsha White The 45 year anniversary of the Little Native Hockey League LNHL was a record setting one with a grand total of 195 teams registered! Many teams from Akwesasne participated this year. The Akwesasne Wild Novice A won silver, with gold going to the Moose Cree Lil Scrappers. The Akwesasne Wild Atom A also took home silver with the gold going to the Six Nations Wolverines. Congrats on your silver medals!...

  • Reader Submission - Comic

    Mar 24, 2016

    Reader Submission - Comic...

  • Before the Anowarakowa Arena

    Mar 24, 2016

    Before the Anowarakowa Arena, Akwesasne Minor Lacrosse played District vs. District. This pictured was taken in Kanatakon in 1992 or 1993. Niawen to Derrick Lafrance 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 Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their...

  • JOB POSTING CASE AIDE

    Mar 24, 2016

    Pay Level: HS 08 - $38,828.77 - $40,381.92 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator and the Case Supervisors, the incumbent is responsible for providing supervision on one of three shifts and is responsible for client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year Social Service Worker certification or a related social service discipline with one (1) year documented experience working with adolescents. Valid driver’s license. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and c...

  • Join the Arbor Day Foundation in March and Receive 10 Free Trees

    Mar 24, 2016

    The Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for everyone to celebrate the arrival of spring by planting trees. Join the Arbor Day Foundation in March 2016 and receive 10 free white pine trees. The free trees are part of the nonprofit Foundation’s Trees for America Campaign. With planting instructions included, the trees will be shipped at the right time for planting, between March 1 and May 31. The 6 to 12 inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Arbor Day Foundation members also receive a subscription to A...

  • AKWESASNE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB JOB POSTING

    Mar 24, 2016

    LOCATION: St. Regis Mohawk School STATUS: Full-Time Non Exempt REPORTS TO: Program Manager SALARY: $14.75/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 Mohawk School Education Coordinator will be responsible for the overall daily operations of the designated unit with the primary concern for programs and service delivery. They will plan, develop, and implement programs, as well...

  • FIRST NATIONS INFORMATION GOVERNANCE CENTRE JOB POSTING

    Mar 24, 2016

    The First Nations Information Governance Centre is seeking qualified candidates to apply for a permanent part time (22.5 hours per week) Finance/Payroll Clerk position. Qualified applicants to apply – Posting will close Monday, April 4, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. EST Scope of Position: Under the direct supervision of the FNIGC Executive Operations Assistant, the permanent Part–time (22.5 hours per week) Finance/Payroll Clerk will be responsible for processing on-line bi-weekly payroll submissions, maintain up to date record of personnel leave bal...

  • JOB POSTING PROBATION OFFICER- QUEBEC

    Mar 24, 2016

    Salary: SP09-01; $41,410.92 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Director, the incumbent is to assist with the community supervision of Native offenders and is responsible for providing professional probationary case work and enforcement services for adults from Akwesasne as well as Aboriginal offenders residing outside the Territory of Akwesasne. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary three year Degree in the field of Criminal Justice, Law and Security Administration or Social Work or similar field; • NOTE: A Criminal Records Che...

  • JOB POSTING CASE SUPERVISOR/EDUCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR

    Mar 24, 2016

    Pay Level: DS 06 - $50,093.83 - $52,097.58 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager and Clinical Coordinator of Ionkwanonhsasetsi Adolescent Treatment Facility, the general purpose of the Case Supervisor/Educational Instructor position is to provide, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate specialized educational programs for the IATC clientele. The incumbent is responsible for providing shift supervision to ensure client monitoring within the prescribed program plan and delivery of educational programming. The Educa...

  • Tota News

    Mar 24, 2016

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: March 17th-Patricia Benedict March 18th-Darlene O’Brien & Beverly Papineau March 19th-Catherine Cook & Grace Roundpoint March 20th-Florence Patterson & Barbara Hillyard March 21st-Marion Campbell & Thomas White March 22nd-Judy Hampton March 23rd-Grace Chubb, Peter Cree & Christie Horn March 24th-Angus R. Bigtree March 25th-Linda Deom, Anna Mae Gray & Marilyn White March 26th-Carol Coughlin & Rita LaBlanc March 27th-Judi Sprague & Ruth Ghostlaw March 29th-Robert Delormiere...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Mar 24, 2016

    Friday, Mar. 25/16 - 3:00 pm - Good Friday - Celebration of the Lord’s Passion. Service. Saturday, Mar. 26/16 - 8:00 pm - Resurrection of the Lord - Easter Vigil Mass. Offered for Henry Arquette - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Sunday, Mar. 27/16 - 6:00 am - Resurrection of the Lord - Sunrise Mass. Offered for Daniel Bero Sr. - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. 10:00 am - Resurrection of the Lord - Easter Sunday. Offered for Cecelia Sadie Peters - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Tuesday, Mar. 29/16 - 6:00 pm -...

  • TJ Jackson Benefit Dinner & Dance

    Mar 24, 2016

    Friday, April 1st, 2016 American Legion Post 1479, Hogansburg Lasagna/Spaghetti Dinner starts at 11:00am until all is sold. Dinners include Lasagna or spaghetti, toss salad, dinner roll and drink for $10.00. Dance to follow beginning at 8:00pm. Mohawk auction, 50/50 tickets and raffles. Little River Mohawks will be playing!! TJ Jackson is very sick has been recently air lifted to Ottawa, this benefit is to assist him and his family with medical expenses....

  • KAWEHNOKE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-932-5808

    Mar 24, 2016

    Please note: Dr. Young’s clinic has a 40 patient limit and Janet Brant, NP has an 8 patient limit during her walk in clinics. Fri. March 25th Closed Mon. March 28th Closed Tues. March 29th Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Wed. March 30th Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Janet Brant, NP 1:00-3:30-by appt. 5:00-7:30-walk-in Thurs. March 31st Janet Brant, NP 8:30-3:30-by appt....

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

    Mar 24, 2016

    Please note: Walk-in Clinic with Dr. Forson has a fifteen patient limit; Dr. Saylor has a twelve patient limit and Dr. Horn’s twenty five Lab-Wednesdays 8:30-10:00 or the first 20 registered Fri. March 25th Closed Mon. March 28th Closed Tues. March 29th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Dr. Horn 9:00-3:00-Walk-in Dr. Saylor 9:00-4:00-by appt. Wed. March 30th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-by appt. Dr. Horn Well Women’s Day @ Iakhihsohtha 9:00-3:00-by appt. Thurs. March 31st Dr. Horn 9:00-3:00-walk-in...

  • BENEFIT FOR FAMILY OF BABY ZAYLIA

    Mar 24, 2016

    MOHAWK AUCTION ON APRIL 1, 2016 At the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Baby Zaylia was born at 1lb. 10ozs and is currently in the NICU in Syracuse, NY The Benefit will help defray the cost of travel and lodging. To make donations please call: Hattie @ 518-319-3510 or Caroline Bigtree @ 518-319-0385 Donations can also be dropped off at the Tribal building; ask for Hattie at the reception desk or at Laura Thompson’s (575-2546) in the village of St. Regis....

  • Painting Fundraiser for the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group

    Mar 24, 2016

    With renowned North Country Artist Wilson R. Bickford Wednesday, March 30th 5:00pm-9:00pm The Grand Mohawk Inn, 18 Laughing Rd, Hogansburg, NY $60 per person We will be painting “Morning in the Adirondacks.” All supplies provided. Come and explore your creative side while supporting a great cause! Space is limited. Contact Carrie to register at 315-705-1130....

  • MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE GENERAL MEETING SCHEDULED FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH

    Mar 24, 2016

    MCA General Meeting Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Atrium @ 6:00 PM Council encourages community members to attend the meetings to receive updates of information. General Meeting agenda is forthcoming. If you have any questions regarding these meetings, please do not hesitate to call the Mohawk Government office at (613) 575-2348....

  • Financial Aid Night

    Mar 24, 2016

    Presented by the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Post-Secondary Assistance Program When: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Where: Kawehnoke Recreation Center When: 5pm-8pm, roast beef dinner begins at 5pm, presentation begins right after Who Should Attend: Students and parents Why: Free roast beef dinner and answers to all your questions concerning AMBE financial assistance for both American and Canadian Post-Secondary institutions. Please call the AMBE office at 613-933-0409 to register. Seating is limited....

  • STATISTIC'S CANADA'S 2016 CENSUS PROGRAM

    Mar 24, 2016

    The Canadian Federal government has invited Akwesasne to participate in the upcoming 2016 Census of Population Program. Every five (5) years, Statistic’s Canada’s #Census Program collects information that is used by all levels of government, businesses, social service organizations and ethno-cultural organizations. Census data helps to inform decision-making about pensions, schools, daycare centres, healthcare and employment programs, to name just a few. In 2011, Statistics Canada created an Aboriginal Liaison Program. Melinda Commando, Dir...

  • CALL FOR WRITTEN COMMENT ON PROPOSED AKWESASNE LEGISLATIVE ENACTMENT LAW

    Mar 24, 2016

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne ratified Resolution 2015/2016-#345 on March 15, 2016 to initiate the development of an Akwesasne Legislative Enactment Law. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne recognizes there is a need to create an Akwesasne Law governing legislative development. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and Akwesasne Justice Department strives to provide a comprehensive Justice System for the people of Akwesasne that is equitable, fair, balances individual and collective rights, and is respectful of culture and heritage as Mohawks. The...

  • AMBE HOLDING REGISTRATION FOR HEAD START, K4 AND K5

    Mar 24, 2016

    The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) is presently accepting school registration for Akwesasne Head Start, K4 (Pre-Kindergarten) and K5 (Kindergarten) until March 31, 2016. Registration is being accepted at all AMBE schools respectively. To register your child for September 2016, parents must visit their child’s district school between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. As per AMBE Policy 1003 -Entrance Age - children who have attained the age of three, four, and five by December 1st may be accepted for enrollment in Akwesasne H...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    Mar 24, 2016

    PO Box 462 -Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact-George Adams-613-575-2871...

  • MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH

    Mar 24, 2016

    MCA General Meeting Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Atrium @ 6:30 PM Council encourages community members to attend the meetings to receive updates of information. General Meeting agenda is forthcoming. If you have any questions regarding these meetings, please do not hesitate to call the Mohawk Government office @ (613) 575-2348....

  • NEW ONTARIO ENERGY SUPPORT PROGRAM CONTINUING TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS

    Mar 24, 2016

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that every Friday during the month of March, Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island) District Chiefs will be available to assist Akwesasne residents wishing to apply for the New Ontario Energy Support Program (OESP). The OESP is available for residents of the Ontario portion of Akwesasne only (Kawehno:ke). Chiefs will be set up at the CIA #3 Building on Kawehno:ke in the small room adjacent to the Office of Vital Statistics (OVS). They will be available between 2 p.m.-4 p.m. to assist...

  • TELEPHONE SURVEY TO BE CONDUCTED FOR ABORIGINAL CONSERVATION PROGRAM RECIPIENTS

    Mar 24, 2016

    A telephone survey will be conducted for 2015 Aboriginal Conservation Program (ACP) recipients. Opinion Dynamics will be conducting these telephone surveys to gather information on the services you have received as a recipient of the 2015 ACP. The telephone surveys will likely be conducted throughout April and May. The 2015 Aboriginal Conservation Program was accessible to eligible residents on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island). Please note that Opinion Dynamics will not ask you for any personal information. If you are asked for any personal...

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