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Submitted by Kaitlynn (Katie) Carroll, Manager of Communications and Special Projects, Actua Aboriginal Access to Engineering from Queen's University (AAE) is a regular visitor to all three Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education schools. Last week, AAE visited Tsi Snaihne School to deliver coding and robotics workshops alongside representatives from Actua and Microsoft Canada. Leading those workshops was AAE's Community Engagement Coordinator, Michelle Kennedy, a member of the Oneida of the Thame...
News from Tsi Snaihne School...
The Tsi Snaihne School winners of the Immunization Awareness Week poster contest. L-R: Alexia Mitchell, Tehonekathe Green, Frankie Laughing and Quentin Phillips. Each artist won a gift card to the Galaxy Cinema. Congratulations students!...
The SRMT Environment Division's, Wayne Samphier and the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club teamed together to address 'Pollination Protection' by building Solitary Bee Houses. The newly built bee house will become homes to native pollinators such as the leaf cutter bees. Over a six-week time frame Club members, age ten to twelve, built a solitary bee house using simple lumber and phragmites. Phragmites (European Common Reed) is an invasive plant causing damage to New York and Ontario's biodiversity,...
AKWESASNE. The Mohawk Gaming Enterprises, LLC, is pleased to announce the selection of Todd Papineau as the new General Manager of the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort (AMCR). Papineau takes over the AMCR leadership role following the departure of former-General Manager Shannon Keel in October 2017. In making the announcement, appreciation was expressed to Assistant General Manager Emily Lauzon for serving as the Acting-General Manager while a search was conducted for Keel's replacement. "On...
SYRACUSE, NY. On Mother's Day during Syracuse University's 164th commencement, a group of graduating Indigenous students took off their gowns to reveal messages like, "No More Stolen Indigenous Sisters" and "Respect Indigenous Women," to bring awareness to the rising epidemic of "Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW)." "We are wearing red today in honor of our thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous sisters that the mainstream and media are not giving due attention," said Michelle...
Syracuse. The Skä·noñh-Great Law of Peace Center held a reception on Sunday, April 29, in which the Onondaga Nation honored Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud for his commitment to raising awareness of Haudenosaunee history and heritage. Ongoing efforts at Syracuse University to honor and respect the cultural, historical, and traditional legacy of the Haudenosaunee have led to the development of programs that promote strong connections between the University and the Haudenosaunee nations. Syracuse University itself is built upon th...
On Friday, May 11, 2018; the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council held a "Meet and Greet" with incoming U.S. Border Patrol Agents stationed in Massena, NY. Tribal member Carrie Caldwell, who serves as the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's National Recruiter and Senior Patrol Agent, coordinated the meeting to make introductions and discuss a future cultural awareness training session to familiarize the new agents on the Akwesasne community....
Indian Time is lucky to receive many visitors every week. Whether it's a parent bringing in a new baby for a photograph or an elder who wants us to look at photos with him, our doors are always open and we love our visitors. We love them so much we want to share them with you. "We Love Visitors" series is simply a way to share members of the community with you. So, don't be scared to come and visit us (we'll only photograph those willing) but if you have something special you want to show us,...
Submitted by Deanna Lauzon The PTO provided lunch for the St. Regis Mohawk School teachers and staff for Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. The Salmon River Iron Chefs provided desserts and served the food. A huge thank you goes out to the Tarbell Management Group for providing breakfast sandwiches and coffee on Monday. Also, the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Council for bringing in many fruit and vegetable platters on Tuesday. Last but not least, the Atomic Place provided all of our staff with...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, May 4-10: On May 4, police charged Brittany C. Leblanc, 30, of Hogansburg with speeding (allegedly 54-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on May 14. On May 7, police charged Stephen Forster, 73, of Huntingdon, Quebec; Nicole Lavigne, 74, of Montreal, Quebec; and Jeannine L. Bazinet, 76, of Cornwall, Ontario with parking in a no-park zone. Tickets are returnable to Tribal Court on May 21. On May 8, police charged Elias Priniotakis, 55, of Laval, Quebec with speeding (allegedly 61-35 mph...
MCA’s Community Health Program will host an event titled “Let’s Focus on Cancer” taking place May 29, 2018 at the St. Regis Recreation from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. The event will feature presentations by Dr. Ojistoh Horn, Community Member Gabriel Hall, and Traditional Medicine’s Della Adams. There will be informational booths provided by Cancer Care Ontario, Canadian Cancer Society, Akwesasne Cancer Support Group, Smoking Cessation Program, Grief Counselor, Home Care/Home Support Program, Nutrition, and Dental Care for cancer clients. A light lun...
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....
The Canadian Cancer Society is organization Relay for Life on June 1, 2018 in Cornwall! At Relay For Life, you will: * Take turns walking, running or strolling around a track in a non-competitive relay. * Give 6 hours to the fight against cancer – and it could add years to the lives of others. * Relax and have fun off the track, enjoying activities and entertainment in a “tent village.” * Learn about cancer issues and how to reduce your risk of the disease. Anyone can participate and organize a team. Contact Paige at paige.r...
The Native North American Travelling College Board of Directors is looking for a Manager for the Travelling College to plan, organize, direct, and administer the programs, staff and activities of the Centre. This includes a focus on strategic planning, assisting in developing and implementing policies, writing proposals, managing staff and continuously working to enhance the services of the Cultural Centre. The Manager must possess an extensive background and knowledge in Cultural and Language Programming. The Manager should have the...
Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000 Deadline: May 18th or until filled Job Purpose: We are looking for a Food and Beverage Professional to be responsible for managing all F&B operations and deliver an excellent guest experience. The successful candidate will balance the operations of a multi-faceted Food and Beverage operation with financial planning, oversight, and operational implementation. The goal is to maximize sales and revenue through customer satisfaction and employee engagement. Job Duties: • Provide Oversight and Leadership of a 65 a...
Responsible to: Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs Job Duties: • Ensure that staff understands and follows Nation approved policies. • Work with all departments and personnel to ensure a safe and productive work environment. • Ensure that Indian Time staff operate and maintain a teamwork environment. • Conduct staff meetings. • Interview and hire staff. • Do orientation with new employees, supervise and do evaluations. • Manage, assess and supervise the production of Indian Time newspaper. • Maintain all personnel forms including: employee resume...
We want your box tops! Help earn money for our local schools: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School Kana:takon School Tsi Snaihne School Akwesasne Freedom School A dime makes a difference! Every box top counts! Drop off your box tops at the AMBE office or any collection site that will be placed at various sites....
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE) is currently accepting applications for the following position: ** Health Teacher START DATE: September 1, 2018 Salmon River Central School is a multi-cultural community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Part time - 20 hours a week $11.50 per hour Responsibilities: Museum Gift Shop – Maintain merchandise inventory and operate small gift shop, organize displays, complete cash and credit card transactions and services for visitors, provide financial accounting for all receipts, other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications: * High school diploma or GED * Prior retail experience preferred * Knowledge and experience in purchasing Traditional Arts * Good to excellent computer skills * Experience working with the visiting public * Good c...
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....
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...
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 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....
