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If you were funded by AMBE and graduated in the 2016-2017 academic year, the AMBE Post-Secondary Assistance Program needs a copy of your diploma. AMBE is recognizing the hard work of all “AMBE funded students” who graduated in the 2016-2017 academic year, with an AMBE Graduate Recognition Certificate and a monetary award. Students may pick up their certificate and cheque at the AMBE office after they hand in a copy of their degree/diploma. For further information contact the AMBE Office at 613-933-0409....
The PICKUP date for: Kana:takon @ the St. Regis Recreation Center is Tuesday, MAY 15th, 2018 from 11am-4pm. Tsi Snaihne @ the Tsi Snaihne Homemakers is Tuesday, MAY 15th, 2018 from 1:00-5:00pm. Kawehno:ke @ the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena is Wednesday, MAY 16th, 2018 from 11am-4pm. If you have any questions please call CARLEE OAKES in Community Health at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220....
Friday, May 18, 2018: 12noon – 7:00pm Saturday, May 19, 2018: 10:00am – 4:00pm First Congregational Church Corner of E. Main and Clay Streets, Malone, NY $5 admission donation For more information: www.adirondackquiltersguild.org or 315-322-4093...
Tenders, sealed in envelopes and clearly marked as to the contents, will be received by Mr. Jay Benedict, Director, Akwesasne Technical Services Unit, Administration Building No. 3, Cornwall Island, Ontario K6H 5T3, Telephone (613) 936-1548, until: 11:00 a.m., local time, May 30th, 2018 for the construction of the works described below. On the same day, commencing at 11:05 a.m. local time, the tenders will be opened and read publicly at the Cornwall Island Administration Office #3 on Cornwall Island. The work consists of pulverizing and full...
Under the auspices of the Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs, Indian Time newspaper is seeking five (5) community representatives to sit on the Indian Time Board of Directors. To qualify for appointment to the Indian Time Board of Directors a person must: • Be a registered member of Akwesasne (southern or northern portion). • Have knowledge of Mohawk cultures and traditions. • Have good character, credibility and reputation in the Akwesasne community. • Not be convicted of an indictable offense in Canada or a felony in the United States within...
The proposed final draft of the Akwesasne Election Law will be voted on at a Special General Meeting that has been rescheduled for May 12, 2018, 10 am to 12 pm at Kawehnoke Recreation Centre. The meeting/vote was previously postponed due to the passing of community members. On August 25, 2015, Council passed MCR 2015/2016-#111 to form a Working Task Group (WTG). The mandate of the WTG was to “provide a comprehensive draft Akwesasne Election Law to present to Council for acceptance in principle.” On December 18, 2017, Mohawk Council passed MCR...
In March of 2017, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne ratified an Akwesasne Legislative Commission Charter as well as a regulation for the Commission to follow. The mission of the Commission is to: “oversee, receive community input and provide community guidance and direction in the development of Akwesasne Laws.” In performing its work, the Commission is to “…consider and balance the diversity of perspectives within the Akwesasne community when developing Akwesasne Laws.”. After posting Commission positions MCA has appointed Ms. Neomie Diagastin...
The Salmon River Central School District’s transfer policy deadline is June 1, 2018. This policy applies to all students who wish to transfer into the Salmon River Central School District (including the St. Regis Mohawk School) for the 2018-2019 school year who are changing school districts but not residency. Enrollment packets are available in the Office of Instruction, located in the Elementary of the Salmon River Central campus or at the St. Regis Mohawk School. The student’s birth certificate and immunization record are required at the tim...
The Executive Director has announced that a General Election for the positions of Grand Chief and District Chiefs will be held on June 30, 2018. Nominations will be held on Saturday May 19, 2018 from 9:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. at the following locations: Tsi Snaihne: Snye Recreation Center Kana:takon: St. Regis Recreation Center Kawehno:ke: Kawehno:ke Recreation Center Revised Voters Lists have been posted at the following locations: Kana:takon: St. Regis Post Office, Butters Quick Stop and TnT Deli Kawehno:ke: Bank of Montreal, Jocks Store and...
Is the health/safety of our community important to you? Do you have a leach field problem i.e. back-ups, blow-ups? Is your sump pump connected directly to your sanitary sewer system? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, these informational sessions may apply to you! Kanatakon District Date: May 29, 2018 Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: St. Regis Recreation Center Tsi Snaihne District Date: May 31, 2018 Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center Kawehno:ke District Date: June 2, 2018 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Loc...
The Annual Memorial Day parade hosted by the American Legion Post 1479 will be held on Sunday, May 27th. This year’s theme is “Colors of Freedom.” The parade will start promptly at noon, rain or shine, leaving from Mill Street and ending at the American Legion. Please sign up your group or vehicle before May 23rd at the Legion or call (518) 358-9976....
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Compliance Department is notifying individuals who are non-members that fishing in Akwesasne’s territorial waters is an inherent and protected right of tribal members. Any non-members seeking to fish in Akwesasne must possess a Non-Member Fishing Permit pursuant to the Non-Member Fishing Permit Regulation and Law (TCR #2011-52). Non-Member Fishing Permits are available from the Tribe’s Compliance Department located on the third floor of the Community Building at 412 State Route 37 in Akwesasne. If you have any q...
Friday May 11, 2018 - 12:10 PM - Offered for: Mike Benedict, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Saturday, May 12, 2018 - 4:00 PM - Offered for: Hattie Bashaw, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Sunday, May 13, 2018 - 10:00 AM - SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER, OUR LADY OF FATIMA, MOTHER’S DAY - Offered for: Isabel Rourke, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Tuesday, May 15, 2018 - 7:00 PM - Offered for: Carl Hillyard, Birthday and Eighth Memorial Anniversary Mass. Wednesday, May 16, 2018 - 10:00 AM - IAKHIHSOHTHA LODGE - Offered for: Laura McDonald, F...
Academic year 2017-2018 is coming to an end! Just a reminder to all students that you will need to hand in: 1. The AMBE PSAP application if you are continuing in fall of 2018. This can be picked up at the AMBE office and will need to be submitted before JULY 13, 2018. 2. A copy of your Winter 2018 grades. 3. A copy of your Fall 2018 schedule. 4. Canadian Students: Don’t forget to apply for available bursaries/scholarships. 5. US Students: Don’t forget to submit your “financial aid form” to your school’s Financial Aid Office. 6. A copy of y...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: May 12th Veronica Thompson, Leonard Barnes, Melly Glass and Rose Sunday May 14th Lou Ann Paquin May 15th Beverly Schwardfigure Events: May 10th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Shopping-1:00; St. Regis Nursing Home visit-12:30; Legal Aid-1:30; May 11th – Mother’s Day meal; May 14th – Arthritis Exercise Program-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Volunteers Program-11:30; Bingo-1:00; May 15th – Massage-8:20; Chair Yoga-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Stepping On last class-3:00-5:00; May 16th – Lo...
The Aboriginal Rights and Research Office (ARRO) is continuing to host Tsikaristisere/Dundee Land Claim Discussion Sessions to gain community feedback and move forward with community comments, concerns and suggestions. We are also seeking feedback/consensus on the settlement proceeds and proposed benefits. The sessions are for the membership of the Mohawks of Akwesasne only, so members can be updated and provide feedback on the Tsikaristisere/Dundee Land Claim. Other sessions will continue in the coming months. Onerahtokha/May Schedule...
Howes Cave, NY. "Tonto, Teepees & Totem Poles: Considering Native American Stereotypes in the 21st Century" opens on April 5, 2018. Developed and presented by the Iroquois Indian Museum (Howes Cave, NY), the exhibit with accompanying special programs and activities, will run through Nov 30, 2018. "Tonto, Teepees & Totem Poles" is a multi-faceted response to the cultural misconceptions surrounding Native American people that persist in North America today. While many of the damaging and...
After 26 years working on Thompson Island, Bob Stevenson has moved on to teaching Indigenous cultural teachings to school, colleges, and universities. Stevenson is also available for conferences and workshops and most importantly and most dear to his heart – youth camps. Thompson Island started with a bare bones existence with several old homestead buildings and just $6000. 00 to work with. Over the years, Thompson Island received funds from Proceeds of Crime, Saint Regis Tribal Council, A...
Upcoming Fundraiser: Save The Date: “June 8, 2018” at the American Legion, Hogansburg NY! “Furnishings Fundraiser” to renew and replace chairs urgently needed for Residents at Tsiionkwanonhso:te. Donations and volunteers for the ‘Mohawk Auction’ are requested to make this a success! The long term care facility is celebrating its 25 year anniversary of service to the community and its neighbors in SD&G in 2019. This activity on June 8 is the first of many activities planned for the upcoming year. Going Green! For various reasons (resident s...
Resolution #2000/2001 # 389 states the following conditions: Prior to turning a debt over to a collection agency, the community is duly informed at least 31 days in advance, by way of public notice of the outstanding account. A name list is published, identifying the debtors affected. A Mohawk Council of Akwesasne contact name and telephone number is identified to allow debtors to make inquiries to pay their debt or arrange payment plans. The Housing Authority is now in the process of preparing a Mohawk Council resolution to begin...
The General Meeting and District Meetings for the month of May have been scheduled. Tsi Snaihne District Meeting - Tsi Snaihne Recreation Centre Monday, May 14, 2018 – 6:00 p.m. Kana:takon District Meeting – St. Regis Recreation Centre Tuesday, May 22, 2018 – 6 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2018 – 6:00 p.m. MCA General Meeting - Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre Kawehno:ke District Meeting - Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre Monday, May 28, 2018 – 6:00 p.m. Council looks forward to your attendance at these meetings. Reminder: District Meetings are designate...
Cottage For Sale Lot 5 Renshaw Island Three bedroom, 1 bath, seasonal cottage. It includes a bathroom with a shower. Some new windows and doors installed in 2017, with new utility shed built in 2016. It comes with kitchen appliances and furniture, as is. There is also a 20’ x 40’ hard piled dock included. This is a leased lot with a current annual rent of $3,080.00 for the period of May 1, 2018 to April 30, 2021. The lease is for a fifteen year term effective May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2030. Rent reviews are conducted every three years dur...
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Massena and Salmon River boys and girls lacrosse teams continued their 2018 seasons by adding wins over Ogdensburg, Heuvelton, Canton and other teams. Meanwhile, Massena girls lacrosse Coach Jeffrey Slack struck a career milestone with his 100th win. Massena is leading the Section 10 girls lacrosse standings with a 6-1 record, but the Lady Shamrocks are one game behind surpassing or tying them at 5-1. On April 30, Massena trounced the Ogdensburg Lady Blue Devils 15-2. It was Coach Slack's 100th...
Submitted by Elizabeth Durfee The following students were recognized as Salmon River's Physical Education Student Leadership Award (PESLA) recipients. The students were honored at the PESLA ceremony held at Madrid-Waddington Central School on May 3rd, 2018. From the St. Regis Mohawk School: Kanontiio Taylor Mitchell and Kayleigh Sawatis. Salmon River Elementary School: Cloe Cook and Sam Moulton. Salmon River Middle School: Lila Mitchell, Crayton Cree, and Tehonietathe Sharrow. Salmon River High...
