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The Akwesasne Freedom School is happy to announce that we are now accepting applications for future students during the 2013-2014 school year! Deadline to apply for Pre-Kindergarten level is July 15th, 2013; classes start July 22nd, 2013. Applications can be picked up at the Akwesasne Freedom School and returned to Okiokwinon Chelsea Francis. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Okiokwinon Chelsea Francis at the Akwesasne Freedom School at 518-358-2073 or by email at [email protected]....
Dates & Times: Fri., April 5, from 7:30 AM to 6 PM and Bag Sale on Sat., April 6, from 7:30 to 11 AM Place: St. Mary’s School Gym, Powers St., Canton NY...
The fee charged for renewing a Quebec Health Insurance Card that has been expired for more than 6 months or for replacing a lost or stolen card, currently set at $20, will be increased to $23 starting on April 1, 2013. Effective April l, 2013, anyone who wishes to obtain a Health Insurance Card will have to pay $23 even if the amount appearing on the person’s form is $20. The Régie prefers the following means of payment: · Check · Money order Please call Kyle at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 with any questions....
The Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment is looking for donations of princess style dresses to be used for an upcoming coalition event. Dress sizes appropriate for girls ages 4 – 11 years. Drop off locations include: JOM Program at the SRMT Community Building, A/CDP Prevention Program at Akwesasne Business Center, or the Wholistic Health and Wellness Program at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility. Deadline: April 5th. FMI: Please contact A/CDP Prevention Program at 358-2967....
Community Seed Swap, Free from 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. at Elliott's Winthrop Agway, Winthrop, NY mInfo: Jeremiah 315-212-5731 or Local Living Venture, 315-347-4223, [email protected]....
Monday and Wednesday nights on April 8, 10, 15 and 17, 2013 Time: 6:00 to 9:00 pm We will have several people on site to share their craft with you. If you wish to do some beading, we will have some supplies to get you started. Light Refreshments will be available....
A Men’s Group with Dave Swenson Wholistic Health & Wellness Program Come talk about today’s life being a Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Son Let’s talk about life, being a male in today’s world. 6pm – 7pm every Monday for 4 weeks starting April 15 to May 6, 2013 At Kanonhkwatsheri:io 2nd floor Turtle Room Wholistic Health & Wellness Program 613-5756-2341 ext. 3100...
Lot 41 Block B Hamilton Island One Bedroom cottage for sale consisting of approximately 960 square feet. It includes a large living, room with a Fireplace with a wood airtight insert and waterfront views from two sides- The kitchen has an eating bar, the dining room includes a propane fireplace, and bath has washer/dryer hook-ups. Also includes a water treatment device and a utility shed. It also has a recently upgraded septic system. This is a leased lot with YEAR-ROUND residency that has a current annual rent of $5,886.00 for the period of...
Saturday, April 6, 2013 Music Starts at 2pm American Legion Post 1479, Hogansburg, NY Traditional meal starts 4pm $10 Eat in or Take out available Many local bands will be here for Andy who has been playing in Akwesasne and the surrounding area for many, many years. Door Prizes, Chinese auction, raffles for 50/50 and gift baskets Info. contact Dave Mitchell 518-521-1654 or cell 518-651-6586 Jeff Johnson 518-358-9976 or cell 518-705-1901...
The Akwesasne Technical Working Committee for the community trust, developed by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, is seeking (7) seven Akwesasro:non from any portion of the community interested in serving as an ‘Overseer’ for the Akwesasne Community Trust. The Overseers would act as advisory committee to the community Trustees. If you are interested in serving as an Overseer for the Community Trust, Please contact Curtis Lazore for more detailed information, at the MCA Aboriginal Rights & Research Office at 613-575-2348 before April 5th, 201...
Important Dates for the Tetewatskahon Green Food Box Program Pick up day for Kanatakon is Tuesday, APRIL 16th Pick up day for Cornwall Island is Wednesday, APRIL 17th Pick up time for both places is: 11 am - 4 pm...
One of the most sacred plants for the Native Americans of the Plains is sweetgrass. It is traditionally used after the sage or cedar has driven out negative influences. Sweetgrass brings in the good influences and spirits. Can also be used to purify sacred objects. To Native Americans sweetgrass is a holy herb. Calling only good spirits, its holy smoke is used in ceremonies to cleanse the soul. According to what we have been taught, certain plants have entered into a sacred agreement with us two-leggeds; in exchange for our respectful...
This is to inform the community that the following persons have applied for Akwesasne Membership under the Akwesasne Membership Code. The Akwesasne Membership Board will consider the following criteria to determine if these minor applicants will be granted full Akwesasne Membership under the Membership Code. 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...
The Akwesasne Technical Working Committee has completed the 5th draft of a document that defines the roles and responsibilities of individuals involved as Akwesasne Community Trustees. Akwesasne has decided by community consultations that a community trust is needed to administer funds received in past, present and future settlements such as the Ontario Power Generation and the Kawehno:ke-Easterbrook Final Settlement Agreements. Members of the ATWC will present this document to Akwesasne at a community focus meeting at the Kanatakon Recreation...
NEW CONTRACTOR SERVICE PROVIDER The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne through the Department of Technical Services has recently completed negotiations for a new Five Year Contract for the ‘Curb Side Pick –up’ of all household domestic waste materials, with D&R DISPOSAL SERVICES of Kawehnoke. The current contract is effective April 1, 2013 to March 31, 2018, some of the highlights to point out for the new contract are; All domestic waste generated at home is covered under this process, including furniture, mattresses, light construction debris. This...
The National Child Benefit Reinvestment Fund Committee will be accepting proposals for new or continuing projects for the new fiscal year from April 2013 -March 2014. The National Child Benefit Reinvestment Fund (NCBR) is an initiative that supports low-income children and families. All projects must be based on the following three objectives: • To help prevent and reduce the depth of child poverty • To provide employment incentives to ensure low-income families with children become more self-sufficient, • To reduce overlap and dupli...
Please be advised that the General Meeting has been rescheduled to: Wednesday, April 10th @ Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center @ 6:30 pm Agenda will be forthcoming. If you have any questions regarding these meetings, please do not hesitate to call the Mohawk Government office at 613-575-2348. Council encourages community members to attend the meetings to receive updates of information....
Any interested person shall have thirty (30) business days from the first date of publication of this notice to file opposing or related claims, or to provide relevant information to the tribunal; therefore information and related claims should be filed no later than May 2, 2013. Complainant: Martha A. Lickers, Akwesasne, NY Respondent: Ashley Benedict-Hall, Akwesasne, NY Disputed land in question: Lot# 88A & 89B-1 Claim File #: LD-2013-002LIC Brief Description of Nature of Dispute: Alleged wrongful transfer of property....
When: Friday April 5, 2013 Where: Brass Horse Grille * Time: 11am til all is sold Benefit for the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group 50/50 & silent auction Eat in or take out, Delivery available * Phone: 358-6122 x1 or 315-705-1130...
This is the most important time of your life to be healthy and strong Community Health Promotion is hosting FREE Childbirth preparation groups In the Turtle Room At Kanonhkwa’ tsheri:io Groups are on Wednesday’s in February starting on Feb. 13, 2013 until Feb. 27, 2013 From 2 to 4PM Call us.., Joyce is waiting to hear from you @ 613 575 2341 Ext. # 3234 Upcoming Groups and start dates are as follows: March 13-27, April 10-24, May 8-22, July 10-24, August 14-28, September 11-25, October 9-23, November 13-27...
Indoor Carnival! This year, Kidfest will be held at the J. W. Leary Junior High School on Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Partial proceeds benefits the HAVFD THURSDAY, APRIL 11th 6:03 PM HOGANSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT 818 State Rt. 37 Tools and top quality fishing equipment plus electronics, seasonal goods and household items SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Cash, Master-card, Visa and Discover accepted...
Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announces the launch of the seventh annual Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration Flag Contest. The contest is open to residents of Canada aged 12 to 17 years, and is designed to encourage youth to share their vision and pride of Aboriginal heritage. APTN invites and encourages all youth to design a flag that represents the richness and diversity of all of Canada's Aboriginal Peoples, and illustrates what National Aboriginal Day means to them. The annual flag contest is part of APTN's Aboriginal Day Live...
At The Brass Horse Friday, April 19, 2013 4 Man Teams Cost: $100 a team at the door $80 to those who Pay and Register in Advance PRIZES 1st- $500 2nd- $200 3rd-$100 Surprise prize for most creative team name Raffle Baskets & 50/50 Doors will open at 6pm to register & fun will start at 7pm sharp To pre- register contact Sarahlee Skidders @ (315)705-5423 now until April 18th, 2013. All proceeds are to help Sarahlee raise money for a Stem Cell treatment in Panama City, Panama this coming June 2013....
While you’re spring cleaning your house, putting away the sweaters and mulching the flower beds, think about “spring cleaning” your smartphone or tablet, too. Here are some tips for what you can do to make your device cleaner, inside and out: 1. Clear the cache. This will free up some memory. 2. Delete unused apps, which will free up space internally and increase your processing speed. 3. Rearrange your apps so the ones you use every day are on your home screen (or organize apps into folders). 4. Delete old contacts, create lists, merge dupli...
