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  • Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Quebec Public Call for Nominations

    May 13, 2021

    Québec City, March 1, 2021 - Anyone residing in Québec is invited to submit nominations for the 2021 First Peoples - First Nations Medal nominees. The registration period is underway and will end on Monday, May 31, 2021. This distinction, an initiative of the Honorable J. Michel Doyon, is intended to recognize the exceptional contribution of First Nations members. In addition, this recognition highlights the career path of remarkable individuals who, through their achievements, involvement and commitments, contribute to the influence of t...

  • Mohawk Networks participation in the FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit Program

    May 13, 2021

    On Tuesday, May 11, Mohawk Networks announced it is a registered internet service provider for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program. The temporary benefit will help to lower the cost of broadband service for eligible households during the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. The $3.2B Emergency Broadband Benefit program provides a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for...

  • Sprouts and Sprigs

    May 13, 2021

    By Mary LaFrance As we enter into the 2021 gardening season, I would like to turn your attention to essential gardening tools. Gardening does not have to be expensive in fact that is why many people get into gardening in the first place to grow their own organic fruits and vegetables without the grocery store prices. If you are just starting out, you could probably make due with many household items and some creative thinking. This was what I did when I started my garden five years ago. Since...

  • The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's Community Health Program reports five (5) new active cases of COVID-19

    May 13, 2021

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports five (5) new active cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community as of May 10, 2021. Current COVID-19 Statistics for the Northern Portion of Akwesasne: New Positive Cases: 5 Current Active: 9 Total Cases: 344 There have been no further COVID-19 related fatalities The Department of Health would like to remind the community that we need your assistance to slow/stop the spread of COVID-19 by strictly adhering to the public health measures that have been put in p...

  • First Nations, Canada Wide, United States COVID-19 Update

    May 13, 2021

    First Nations Epidemiological summary of COVID-19 cases in First Nations communities as reported to Indigenous Services Canada as of Tuesday, May 11, 2021 . Atlantic – 2 Cases Quebec – 2 Cases Ontario – 11 Cases Manitoba – 12 Cases Saskatchewan – 5 Cases Alberta – 7 Cases British Columbia – 11 Cases Canada Wide The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Canada: 1,229572 confirmed cases in Canada. Quebec: 359,456 total cases, 7,817 active cases (with 11,002 deaths, 340,637 resolved) Ontario: 497,...

  • Franklin County COVID-19 Case Statistics

    May 13, 2021

    Daily Statistics for May 12, 2021: New Positives: 1 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 12 Community Active: 19 New Deaths: 0 New Recovered: 8 Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 121 Active Cases by Correctional Facility: Bare Hill Correctional: 0, Franklin Correctional: 0, Upstate Correctional: 0 Cumulative Totals: Cases: 2713, Confirmed Positive: 2580, Probable: 132, Deaths: 16, Recovered: 2677 Daily Statistics for Tuesday, May 11, 2021: Daily Statistics: New Positives: 3 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 19 Community Active: 19 New Deaths: 0 New Reco...

  • St. Lawrence County COVID-19 Update

    May 13, 2021

    Wednesday, May 12,2021 16 (sixteen) new cases of COVID-19 were reported today, bringing the total number of confirmed positive COVID-19 cases to-date to 7,307 (seven thousand three hundred seven) 93 (ninety-three) cases are active – please go to: https://www.stlawco.org/ to check out the COVID-19 Cases by Town map layouts. 7,118 (seven thousand one hundred eighteen) cases have been released from isolation. 1 (one) case are hospitalized. 96 (ninety-six) deaths have occurred; this fatality data comes from the New York State Department of H...

  • Girls Wolfclan Hockey Team

    May 13, 2021

    Girls Wolfclan Hockey Team, year unknown. Submitted by Mike Francis 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....

  • Police Blotter

    May 13, 2021

    Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Police Blotter 05-06-2021: On 04-26-2021 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Dominique F. Cook 22 of Hogansburg, NY for speed in zone 60-35 mph zone. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on 05-13-2021. On 04-26-2021 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Reese T. Francis 20 of Hogansburg, NY for speed in zone 62-35 mph zone. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on 05-13-2021. On 04-26-2021 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Michael P. Procko 38 of Adams, NY for criminal possession of a controlled substan...

  • BUSINESS MANAGER

    May 13, 2021

    Job Duties: Manage, assess and supervise the production of Indian Time newspaper. Work with all departments and personnel to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Responsible for general financial aspects of organization Interview and hire staff, maintain employee records and ensure policy adherence. Prepare annual operational budget and create relevant financial reports. Source and oversee future funding sources and opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS: • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. • Strong supervisory and int...

  • CAA Management is currently looking for reliable, hard-working talent for the following positions...

    May 13, 2021

    For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x113 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at twinleafstores.com...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    May 13, 2021

    Salmon River Central School District, is currently accepting applications for the following position: Speech and Language Pathologist Application Deadline: May 31, 2021 Full job description and application can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937 The Salmon River Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, political affiliation,...

  • JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT MCA

    May 13, 2021

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne currently has multiple employment opportunities available! • BAND REPRESENTATIVE • AMBULANCE DRIVER • DIETARY AIDE • NURSING SUPERVISOR • COURT ADMINISTRATOR • JUSTICE COORDINATOR To view the full job descriptions, please visit www.akwesasne.ca/employment....

  • Kanien'keha Curriculum & Resource Developer - Indefinite Position

    May 13, 2021

    Salary: AMBE Facilitator Grid The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) was created in 1985 by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA). AMBE is responsible for providing educational services to the Akwesasne Mohawk Community, including: 3 Schools that offer Head Start to Grade 8 education; coordination of secondary education service in partnership with local school boards; adult education services; and post-secondary assistance. The Akwesasne Mohawk Community includes about 13,000 People, and borders on the Canadian Provinces of Ontario an...

  • Dental Administration Assistant Job Opportunity

    May 13, 2021

    The Akwesasne Dental Clinic is currently in search two individuals to fulfill full time positions of Dental Administration Assistant. The duties for the positions are as followed: Greet patients as they arrive at the dental practice and inquire as to their purpose of visit. Take preliminary patient interview to determine dental issues, and past dental histories, and record all information accurately. Obtain patient information such as demographics and create appropriate files. Schedule appointments for patients over the telephone and in...

  • School Counselor

    May 13, 2021

    Salary: PSAC SC Salary Grid The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) was created in 1985 by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA). AMBE is responsible for providing educational services to the Akwesasne Mohawk Community, including: 3 Schools that offer Head Start to Grade 8 education; coordination of secondary education service in partnership with local school boards; adult education services; and post-secondary assistance. The Akwesasne Mohawk Community includes about 13,000 People, and borders on the Canadian Provinces of Ontario and...

  • Center Supervisor

    May 13, 2021

    Salary: DS08 ST2 $50,717.64 - $52,746.34 Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the licensed Child Care Center. Supervises and evaluates all staff within the Center. Participates in regular leadership training and committees. Implement programs that support children’s learning, development, health, and well-being. Maintains programs that focus on active learning through exploration, play, and inquiry. Ensures that children thrive in programs where they and t...

  • Food Pantry Coordinator

    May 13, 2021

    Department: Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours weekly Salary: $13.80 per hour Closing Date: Till filled. Native Preference in Hiring & Background check for employment purposes Summary: The Food Pantry Coordinator will be responsible for the operations of the Akwesasne Food Pantry operated by the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation. This position includes food purchasing and arrange deliveries to the site, scheduling and supervision of volunteers for packaging and distribution of food, oversight of pantry hours, data collection and...

  • DCSS Food Security Program Update

    May 13, 2021

    The MCA Department of Community and Social Services Food Security Program would like to inform the community that the next distribution will take place on Thursday, May 20 & Friday, May 21. Community members are asked to register by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 14. To register, please call 613-936-1548 ext. 1300 or email [email protected]. Please list only members of your family that reside with you on your intake form. We realize that special circumstances do happen, we ask that you call and discuss with us if such a circumstance arises....

  • TSI SNAIHNE DISTRICT MEETING 5/2021

    May 13, 2021

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to invite the residents of Tsi Snaihne to a virtual district meeting on Monday, May 17 at 6 p.m. The Tsi Snaihne district meeting will be held via Zoom. To receive the meeting link or to submit any questions/concerns, please email [email protected]. Council encourages community members to attend the meetings to receive updates and information. If you have any questions regarding these meetings, please do not hesitate to contact the Mohawk Government office at 613-575-2250....

  • Salmon River Transfers

    May 13, 2021

    Attention to any students who plan to transfer to Salmon River: The Salmon River Central School District’s transfer policy deadline is June 1, 2021. 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 2021-2022 school year who are changing school districts but not residency. Enrollment packets are available on our school website, www.srk12.org, at the main campus by calling 518-358-6689 or at the St. Regis Mohawk School by calling 518-358-2763. T...

  • Tota News

    May 13, 2021

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Please Note: The Senior Center is closed to the public until further notice; our office is open for staff only. Let us know if you need our assistance, we will keep trying our best to help! Birthdays: May 14th-Lou Ann Paquin May 15th-Crysetta Patterson May 16th-Beverly Schwardfigure May 19th-Cynthia Edwards May 20th- Jimmy Bero SRMT Office for the Aging Director We now have our Facebook page – “Office for the Aging Saint Regis Mohawk Senior Center” – Updates and the daily lunch m...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    May 13, 2021

    THE CHURCH AND CHAPEL ARE OPEN FOR PRIVATE PRAYER ONLY UNTIL JUNE 2ND, 2021. THERE WILL BE PRIVATE MASSES IN THE CHAPEL FOR THE INTENTION OF THE DAY. THESE MASSES ARE LIMITED TO 4 PERSONS ONLY AND THE CHURCH WILL BE OPEN TO A MAXIMUM OF 12 PERSONS AT ONE TIME FOR PRIVATE PRAYER ON WEEK-ENDS DUE TO CURRENT COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS. THURSDAY, MAY 13, 2021 12:10 PM Offered for: Anne Victoria Phillips 5-year Memorial Anniversary by the St. Regis Family FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2021 12:10 PM Offered for: Larry Cook, 1 Year Memorial Anniversary by Elaine Cook...

  • Review of Kayanerenkó:wa: The Great Law of Peace by Kayansenh Paul Williams and Origins of the Iroquois League: Narratives, Symbols, and Archaeology by Anthony Wonderley and Martha L. Sempowski

    May 13, 2021

    By Darren Bonaparte. In recent years two books have been published on the subject of Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) history and culture that relate specifically to the Great Law of Peace. They take radically different approaches to the subject based on each author's professional background, but both are worth adding to your library. The first book is Kayanarenkó:wa: The Great Law of Peace by Kayanesenh Paul Williams, published in 2018 by University of Manitoba Press. It is 454 pages long. Williams...

  • Youth Climate Activists to March 400 Miles from New Orleans to Houston

    May 13, 2021

    By Brett Wilkins. Following the path of thousands of families who permanently fled the lowest-lying major city in the United States in the wake of storms like Hurricane Katrina, a group of activists from the youth-led Sunrise Movement on Monday began a 400-mile march from New Orleans to Houston to demand President Joe Biden include "good jobs for all" and a Civilian Climate Corps in his $2.26 trillion infrastructure plan. Participants in the Sunrise Movement's "Generation on Fire" campaign set...

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