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On May 26, a group of very nice visitors came to visit from their community near Frederickson, New Brunswick. They came to see the Skawatsira Program in Kanatakon for the day, and they are working on revitalizing their native language program. On their reserve they have about 1800 members with about 1000 living on the reserve (Maliseet and Mi'kmak). They have been organizing for 4-5 years in their building and planning efforts. They saw first hand teaching in action and they were very...
Charleigh Jacobs, age 6, will move on to the next round in the Sunburst Pageant contest after winning first place in Watertown on May 6, 2015. Charleigh won a place to compete in the International Sunburst Pageant to be held in Atlanta, Georgia. There she will compete in the formal wear, school wear, and in the talent competition with tap dancing. Charleigh Jacobs is the daughter of Jazz and Adam Jacobs....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that starting on Monday, May 25, 2015, the intersection of Brookdale Avenue and Second Street West in Cornwall, ON will be closed to east-west traffic. This is due to the bridge demolition that is taking place on the north-channel high-level Seaway International Bridge. The intersections are expected to re-open on Friday, June 5, 2015. During the closure period, Brookdale Avenue will remain open to northbound and southbound traffic. All traffic on Second Street West will be...
AKWESASNE, NY - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services will be conducting an Oral Rabies Vaccination (ORV) drop for raccoons in Franklin County, including the area of Akwesasne, from June 2 and 3, 2015. The ORV program uses fixed-wing aircraft to distribute baits over large geographic areas flying approximately 500 feet above ground level. It is expected that the flight over the southern portion of the Akwesasne Territory will take 1 to 2 days. Notification of the exact drop dates will be posted on the Tribe’s Facebook page and...
By Jennifer Herne, LVT I have been noticing that a lot of people are sharing information about ticks. I have always been fascinated with ticks and the diseases they can carry and transmit to our pets and also to us. I have always felt that public health and animal health are very closely related, Lyme disease is a disease that can affect both our pets and us. Thousands of cases of Lyme disease have been reported in humans and animals across the United States and around the world. Because people...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s GENERAL MEETING has been rescheduled for May 28, 2015, 6:30 p.m., at the Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island) Recreation Centre. The meeting was previously scheduled for May 21, 2015. Council encourages community members to attend meetings to receive updates and information. If you have any questions regarding the General Meeting, please do not hesitate to call the Mohawk Government office at (613) 575-2348....
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Submitted by Native North American Traveling College I will tell you the legend about the “Stone Giants” that used to roam about in this section and would devour people. You spoke of them the other day. I will relate the legend some writers have written about. As usual, this is my father’s way of telling it. Long time ago when this country was new, when there were all sorts of hideous beasts and monsters to be found in the great woods or forest, in those days many things used to happen that would scare the people; many of them were caugh...
Submitted by Jamie Ross The staff and management at #9 Fuels and 3 Feathers Café ordered and delivered several dozen roses to Iakhihsohtha in Snye on Thursday, May 21st! The Totas were so surprised and joyful when they were told the flowers were from community members who were thinking about them and just wanted to make them smile. From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank #9 for taking time to not only remember our Elders, but to also put thoughts into action and make our Totas feel so...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Department of Tehotiennawakon, the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena and the Community Health Get Diabetes Prevention Team would like to inform the community that they will be hosting a monthly Sunset Walk and Run Series open to the community of Akwesasne behind the A’nowa’ko:wa Arena at the Sports Field. Families of all ages (baby, tots, children, teenagers, adults and elders) are invited to come out once a month to meet, stretch and walk or run along the river front and the roads of Kawehno:ke. There will be a total o...
Speed in Zone: On 05/15/2015 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Daniel F. Kelly, 25, of Morrisonville, NY for speed in zone 51-35 mph zone. Ticket is returnable to Bombay Town Court on 06/09/2015. Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident: On 05/15/2015 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Claire Levert, 83, of Cornwall, Ontario for leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on 06/01/2015. Unlawful Fleeing of a Police Officer: On 05/16/2015 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed...
(AKWESASNE, NY, May 26, 2015) – Aljo Cecunjanin of Lake Placid, NY won a $414,828.18 wide area progressive (WAP) jackpot on WMS™ WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY™ machine at Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort on Tuesday, May 26, 2015. The WMS™ WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY™ game offers unique bonus rounds drawn straight from the classic motion picture. Powered by the Sensory Immersion 2.0 motion chair, the Chocolate River Bonus allows players the chance to experience the iconic Wonkatani...
According to Section 9.12 of the Akwesasne Election Law, I, Leona Benedict/Chief Electoral Officer declare that a General Election will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the following locations: Tsi Snaihne: Snye Recreation Center Kawehno:ke: Tri District Elders Lodge Kana:takon: St. Regis Recreation Center Advance polls will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2015 and Wednesday, June 24, 2015 by appointment only. The number to call for an appointment is 613-551-1622 or 613-575-2250 Ext. 2406. The following is the...
Akwesasne, NY, May 19, 2015 – Stewart's Shops, a leading convenience store chain in Northern NY and Southern Vermont, an advocate of charitable giving within local communities, has generously given back with a donation of $500 to support the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club and their educational support program entitled "BE GREAT 2015." Stewart's Shops Foundation has been committed to making a positive impact in the areas that they support which includes programs that serve children and their r...
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Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE). Located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following anticipated positions for the 2015-16 school year. K-12 Music Teacher (part-time .5) Special Education Teacher (Secondary) Science Teacher (Secondary) Registered Nurse Physical Education/Health Teacher Mohawk Language Teacher Math Teacher (Secondary) Instructional Technology Teacher Instructional Support Teachers (Secondary) English Teacher (Secondary) Social Studies Teacher (Secondary) Teacher Assistant...
Salary Level: $18.25 per hour POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Tehotiiennawakon, the incumbent is responsible for performing and assisting in the general duties pertaining to archaeological surveys and excavations. Field work will be under the supervision of a Crew Chief, Field Supervisor or Principal Investigator. Field crews are hired on a project basis. Anticipated fieldwork will occur throughout Ontario and Quebec. QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of an Archaeological Field School certificate is required for...
From the Office of the Chief Referendum Officer An appeal was filed on April 14, 2015, in accordance with section 15.1 of the Iatathrona Raotiientahtsera “Couples Property Law” Special Referendum Regulations 2015. The Akwesasne Mohawk Court held a hearing on May 20, 2015 and accepted the applicant’s withdrawal of the appeal. The Akwesasne Mohawk Court has confirmed the results of the “Couples Property Law” Special Referendum conducted on February 2, 2015 to March 31, 2015. Question: Do you reaffirm the Iatathrona Raotiientahtsera “Couples...
SALARY: GST 15 – $29,667.64 - $30,854.34 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the supervision of the immediate supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing all activities and services offered by the laundry department at Tsiionkwanonhso:te. QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of High School or equivalent, with one year work experience to include: basic understanding of operating washer and dryers and knowledge of chemicals used in laundry process. The incumbent must be physically fit to be able to perform all aspects of the position including sta...
Salary Level: $12.85 per hour POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Tehotiiennawakon, the technicians are responsible for assisting in the general duties pertaining to archaeological surveys and excavations. Field work will be under the supervision of a Crew Chief, Field Supervisor or Principal Investigator. Field crews are hired on a project basis. Anticipated fieldwork will occur throughout Ontario and Quebec. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Current admission for a Bachelor of...
Program: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Reports to: Principal Location: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School Salary: Based on MCA Salary Grid FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Administrative Assistant will provide reception and secretarial duties, maintain schedules, order supplies, prepare and submit payroll information, maintain all OSR files, input student registrations/updates in Dadavan software in a timely manner, and all other duties as may be requested. QUALIFICATIONS: 2-3 Year Certificate in...
Program: Teacher for the Skahwatsi:ra Program (Phys. Ed/Art/Tech) Reports to: School Principal Salary: Based on AMBE/PSAC Salary Grid for Teachers FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the School Principal, the teacher will provide instruction to all students under his/her charge following prescribed curriculum guidelines; maintain lesson plans and long range instructional plans; develop and implement a sound timetable of daily instructional assignments; establish high standards for pupil behavior and academic growth; prepare...
Akwesasne Child and Family Services (ACFS) would like to inform community members that they will be accepting Summer Program sign-ups for children ages 6-12. ACFS will be accepting the first 40 completed applications on Friday, May 29, 2015 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the St. Regis Recreation. To sign-up your child, parents/guardians must complete an application package, have a copy of the child’s status card (front and back) and also a copy of their health card. Applications will be available for community members at the time of sign-ups. If you h...
Immediate Supervisor: AMBE/Executive Director, MCA Classification/program: Education Term of employment: Term w/Possibility of Extension The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) is a federally funded education system operating within the jurisdiction of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. In consultation with the Board and the Executive Director of MCA, the Director will oversee and ensure the successful operation of the Board schools and programs. Summary of Duties: The Director of Education will exercise general supervision over the...
Deadline: June 12, 2015 Job Purpose: As the Head of Security you will be responsible for all security operations within the facility, supervising the security team, and implementing policies and procedures to reduce risk and incident. The Head of Security reports directly to General Manager. Job Duties: · Implement and maintain security processes across the organization to reduce risks, respond to incidents, and limit exposure to liability in order to reduce financial loss to the organization. · Supervise all security personnel ensuring that th...