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ServiceOntario is currently reviewing its policies for naming (which also affects marriage, birth and death registrations) and is seeking to gain a better understanding of the issues First Nations people and other cultures have experienced with Ontario’s naming requirements. Currently, the Vital Statistics Act and Change of Name Act dictates how Ontario registers names. These acts require a first and last name, or a “dual name.” ServiceOntario would like to hear directly from Akwesasne community members on how these laws and rules affect them,...
After being postponed and then shortened out of respect for recent deaths in our community, the official swearing-in ceremony for the 2015-2018 Mohawk Council of Akwesasne took place on Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at 2:30pm at the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island). The Swearing-In started with a proper and well-spoken "Opening Address" by Vaughn Phillips, then true to coincidence, the actual Swearing-In was delayed while the "official documents" were being printed. During...
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By: Haudenosaunee Nation Women's Lacrosse Public Relations It is with our deepest regrets that we, the Haudenosaunee Nation Women's Lacrosse Board, must inform the lacrosse community, and the world that we have withdrawn our U19 team from the 2015 Federation of International Lacrosse U19 World Championship in Edinburgh, Scotland. After months of trying to find a way into Scotland that was acceptable to both the United Kingdom and our Haudenosaunee Confederacy, we have been unsuccessful. This is...
The art of basket making was in Carrie's family for a long time, and to ask if anyone had inspired her for her to start, she gave a totally different reason why she began. Early on into her marriage with Glenn, she began to realize the business of her life as a "stay at home mom." Glen was off staying busy with his work skills and Carrie wondered what she could do besides her usual chores and keeping house. When they became pregnant with their oldest daughter Rain, Carrie knew what she would do...
Ms. Paula Hart, the Director for the Office of Indian Gaming, had the opportunity to promote professional development opportunities for tribal youth by selecting Morgan Oakes as a Washington Intern for Native Students this summer. Ms. Hart also invited other Mohawk summer Interns in Washington to meet Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs, Kevin Washburn on July 8th. Mr. Washburn is President Obama's top appointee for Indian Affairs. The interns had an opportunity to ask Assistant Secretary q...
Absent from the body, Present with the Lord - Mrs. Doris C. Hill at the Ottawa Hospital – Civic Campus on July 9, 2015 at the age of 76 years. Beloved wife of Pastor Hubert Hill. Loved mother of Cheryl Benedict (Patrick), Kevin Hill (Bula) and Darrin Hill (Sherry). Survived by 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also survived by her brother Bob Garlow (Bernice). Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and extended family members. Loved daughter of the late Lafayette and Hazel (Noah) G...
AKWESASNE – Mrs. Donna M. Hopps, 63, of 701 Island Road, Cornwall Island, passed away Saturday afternoon, July 11, 2015 at Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal from complications following a liver transplant. Donna was born April 15, 1952 in Syracuse, the daughter of Mary Herne Francis and the late Michael H. Francis. She attended schools in St. Regis and Cornwall. After being together for over 40 years, Donna married Jake Hopps on January 19, 2001 at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. George B...
Indian Time apologizes for switching these two young men's names....
By Connie Gerow, 4-H Tribal Mentoring Site Coordinator "Mmmmm Mmmmmm Good!" Yes, the Akwesasne Wellness Day is just around the corner and 4-H Wonders of Washington (WOW) group will be serving up a kid friendly favorite – Fruit Kabobs. On Thursday, July 23rd at the First Americans IGA, the 4-H WOW group will be vending (until the supplies last) a "make your own" – healthy, cool and refreshing – Fruit Kabobs. In addition, the 4-H WOW group will be hosting a week long bottle drive for the Akwes...
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo warned New Yorkers of scams surrounding Pope Francis’ scheduled September visit, urging those interested to only get tickets from verified sources. The Archdiocese of New York has confirmed that tickets will not be sold for any of the Pope’s planned events and will only be made available through Catholic parishes. Additionally, other dioceses in New York State (Brooklyn, Rockville Centre, Albany, Syracuse, Ogdensburg, Rochester and Buffalo) will receive tickets to distribute to their members. “We are proud to welco...
PRINCIPAL’S LIST 4TH MP 2014-15 GRADE 6 Naliyah Barnes, Myranda Collette, Kayla Cunningham, Zachary Durant, Jared Showen and Talynn Wylie. GRADE 7 Shannan Cree, Rylie Gray, Kora McDonald, Olivia Moulton and Shannon Ryan. GRADE 8 Jillian Benedict, Madison Collette, Brooke Martin, Hannah Oliver, Morgan Phelix, Jasmine Pyke and Gina Seward. HIGH HONOR ROLL 4TH MP 2014-15 GRADE 6 Larissa Brown, Rachael Cunningham, Tsiakoseriio David, Ross Fleming, Emily Healy, Kendall Jock, Hattie Laffin-Almond, Caydan Lauzon, Donovan Lauzon, Raynee Lazore-Day, L...
The Department of Environmental Conservation and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation adopted new regulations last year that require boaters to remove all visible plant and animal materials from boats, trailers and associated equipment, and to drain boats prior to launching and after retrieving from Department of Environmental Conservation and Parks boat launches. Boaters are advised to check their boats, trailers and fishing and boating equipment, bunks, rollers, trim tabs and other likely attachment points...
The Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) will be presenting information on the proposed Passenger Vehicle Survey. The survey will be conducted tentatively in late August 2015. The MTO will be gathering data in a three to five minute electronic or mail-in survey, with the objective to learn travel patterns of vehicles crossing Ontario’s International Borders, in order to support the management of Ontario Provincial Highways. Benefits of conducting the surveys to the community of Akwesasne would be: local employment opportunities; enhanced d...
Paul Hetzler, Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County Sometimes it’s good to have a few burly associates for protection, because when the heat’s on and you need to lie low for a while, you can always turn to those shady friends for relief. You know the ones I’m talking about—those big guys with solid builds that no one pushes around. Yeah, the trees. They’re cool. When the thermometer hits eighty and keeps climbing, any shade is welcome. If you’re lucky enough to have mature trees where you live, not only can you get a break from...
What is a Rapid Point-of Care HIV Test? It is a screening tool that can be done with a prick of the finger and processed in the office while you wait. The entire testing & counseling will be completed in about 20-30 minutes. Who Should Get Tested? Everyone! The Point of Care HIV Test is available for any person who may be at risk: • When you have a new partner, even if you are monogamous • Unsafe, unprotected, or high risk sex • Exposure to HIV through shared needles • Using unsterile tattooi...
(July 10, 2015) Cornwall, Ontario - From May to July, the Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) members laid criminal charges against 3 individuals and seized the following items: 1,720 kilograms of fine cut tobacco; 2 cases of contraband cigarettes; one vehicle; and, one boat and motor. On May 4, 21015, members of the Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) were patrolling the St. Lawrence Seaway near the Quebec Border when they observed a boat loaded with suspected tobacco and what appeared to be 2 people on board. The boat was travelling...
Man considered armed and dangerous arrested by Akwesasne Mohawk Police Akwesasne Mohawk Police say they have arrested a man considered armed and dangerous by US Authorities and who has an extensive criminal history in New York State. Twenty-seven year old Edward M. LOGAN was the subject of a Community notice on June 30th released by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police and New York State Parole. LOGAN was reported to be Absconding from Parole and “MAY BE ARMED AND IS CONSIDERED DANGEROUS”. LOGAN was arrested by Akwesasne Mohawk Police for cri...
Upcoming dates for Basketmakers-in-resident Saturday, July 18 - Tuesday, July 21: Basketmaker-in-Residence: Carrie Hill Saturday, July 25 - Tuesday, July 28: Basketmaker-in-Residence: Ann Mitchell Saturday, Aug. 1 - Tuesday, Aug. 4: Basketmaker-in-Residence: Carrie Hill Rt. 28N & 30, Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812 Phone: (518) 352-7311 Fax: (518) 352-7653 Email: [email protected] Museum Hours: daily from 10am to 5pm...
The Seven Dancers Coalition held the first in what may be an annual event: The Native Consent Music Festival held at the Mohawk International Raceway on Saturday, July 11, 2015. In a daylong event on a hot summer day the Seven Dancers Coalition reached their goal in bringing awareness and educating community members on Sexual Assault. Amie Barnes, Director of The Seven Dancers Coalition and instrumental in the organization of this FREE concert stated, "I'm pleased, we reached a high number of...
Mohawk Lesson...
Submitted by Native North American Travelling College In the olden times when my people lived more or less with nature's own way, when they were able to converse with animals, when strange things happened, when great beasts and birds were common, these little people lived in their various modes of habitation; they were very close friends of the "Ong-weh-onh-weh" or "Real Humans" as we are called. They made contact with our people in many different ways. To us, they are known as "Djo-geh-onh,"...
Back row L-R: Alex Roundpoint, Yvonne Leaf, Angie Barnes, John Lazore, Timothy "Dooley" Thompson, Louie Lazore, Gerald Sharrow and David Bozo Benedict. Front row L-R: Lloyd Benedict, Mary David, Mike Mitchell, Vivian Smoke and Hilda King. 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 same building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us!...
The nomination period for local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees is underway now through August 3, 2015. County Committees make decisions on disaster and conservation programs, emergency programs, commodity price support programs and other agricultural issues. Members serve three-year terms. In Franklin County, the election taking place is for a representative of the towns of Altamont, Bombay, Constable, Dickinson, Fort Covington, Hogansburg, Moira and Westville This year in Clinton & Essex counties there are two areas up for...
Division: Finance Job Code: 13-2011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Open Until Filled Description of Position: Responsible for the supervision, direction and training of the program accountants/bookkeepers. Also responsible for maintaining, monitoring and ensuring that all programs are operating in compliance with the Federal OMB Guidelines. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting or related field and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of related e...
