A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Reprinted from Wampum Belts of the Iroquois by Tehanetorens This is a replica of a belt which was offered for sale in October 1972, by collectors through a Park Avenue auction gallery. The original was dug up from a grave together with the bones of the children who were buried with it, probably within the last century in New York State. White people who read this can rest fairly secure that when they die, their remains will not be disturbed. But Indian People find that the resting places of...
We would like to honor all our breastfeeding mothers and babies in Akwesasne during World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7, 2018. Breastfeeding can be done anywhere and anytime, take a picture or a “Brelfie” (AKA breastfeeding selfie) and send it to us. Pictures will be featured in an article for the Indian Time Newspaper and Community Health Hallway. Entries can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the Community Health Office. Deadline is Monday, July 30, 2018 by 10a.m. For more information, call the MCA Community Hea...
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Congratulations, You Got Grounded! To get ungrounded you must earn 500 points Write a nice letter to someone in the family = 10 points Write a nice letter to a neighbor = 10 points Help a relative with homework = 20 points Prepare and cook dinner = 50 points One load of laundry (wash, dry, fold and put away) = 100 points Clean and organize a kitchen cupboard = 50 points per cupboard Empty dishwasher = 25 points Clean and wash off table = 25 points Clean and wash off counters = 25 points Wash kitchen chairs = 25 points Clean out microwave = 40...
On Friday July 13th, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held their Signing Ceremony for the 2018-2021 term at the A'nowara'ko: wa Arena. The ceremony began at 5 p.m. with the Ohenton Kariwatehkwen. Jordan Wapass, Executive Director then gave the welcoming remarks. Immediately after, the Kawehno:ke District candidates took the Oath of Office, the newly elected District Chief's from Kawehno:ke Carolyn Francis and Edward Roundpoint took their oath to MCA and re-elected chiefs Dennis Chaussi and Vincent...
As a part of this year's Akwesasne Wellness Week, SRMT Tribal Police Department and SRMT Community Nutrition held the 'Ready Set Kick' event on Friday, July 13th. The event began at 4 p.m. with local law enforcement and community members joining together to play kickball. The Franklin County Sheriff's Office was on-site issuing Safe Kid Cards. There was also other activities and free food for everyone who joined the event. There was no real winners or losers during the kickball game, just a lot...
By Kanatires Barreiro, Communications Intern The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is proud to provide employment opportunities for high school and college students through the Education Division's Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), with support from the Room Occupancy Fee. To help report on this initiative, we are proud to share information on work summer students are doing through their internships, which places them in areas specific to their career path. Corie Francis, Legal Intern...
As a part of this year's Akwesasne Wellness Week events and activities, the SRMT Outreach Department held a health fair at the Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department, Station 1. The Health Fair took place on Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with different departments and organizations set up to answer questions and educate the community on a large variety of health issues. Community members had the opportunity to have their blood pressure and blood sugar checked. Families with young...
Did You Know? 1. Half is better than none. You may not be able to recycle your whole pizza box, but in most communities you can tear off the top (as long as it’s grease free) and put it in your recycling bin. 2. You bet your bottletops you can recycle them. The caps on your bottles are recyclable too. Empty your bottle, replace the cap, and recycle. 3. Plastic bag and film recycling: more than grocery bags. Along with plastic grocery bags, recycle the bags from your dry-cleaning, bread and newspaper. Remember to take clean, dry bags to r...
Reprinted with permission from APTN News (July 9, 2018) The new Doug Ford government in Ontario has cancelled a gathering this week in Toronto intended to solidify plans for updating Indigenous content and delivery in the province’s K-12 system. On Monday, a spokesperson for Ontario’s Ministry of Education issued a statement saying the government “will continue to move ahead with the updated Truth and Reconciliation Commission curriculum revisions” initiated by the former Liberal government. But the statement said that the writing session...
July 16, 2018 The Honourable Lisa Thompson Minister of Education 14 th Floor, Mowat Block 900 Bay Street Toronto ON M7A 1L2 Dear Minister Thompson, We are writing to you on behalf of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Association of Ontario, which represents over 1400 educators across the province. We support and promote the provision of quality education for and about Indigenous peoples. We would like to bring forward our serious concerns with how Ontario’s Ministry of Education is addressing Indigenous education. Since the Truth an...
The Snye Sunfish softball team headed into a hot August by winning their league championship, 1989. 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....
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police: On July 6, police charged Douglas S. Huff, 42, of Hogansburg with for failure to keep right, first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation (felony), misdemeanor driving while intoxicated and unlawful possession of marijuana. He was released with a July 31 appearance ticket for Bombay Town Court. On July 6, police charged Seth Lazore, 33, of Hogansburg with for disobeying a stop sign and third-degree AUO. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on July 31. On July 7, police charged Jeremiah F. Brooks, 40, of...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Researcher is responsible for carrying out research objectives and projects of the ARRO within set timelines for potential and existing land claim and litigation opportunities, as well as providing research support for other ARRO projects. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in History, Governance, Political Science, Anthropology, Native Studies, or related field. • 1 year of related experience in a First Nations organization, or researching/writing about Aboriginal issues. • Knowledge of Mohawk governm...
SALARY LEVEL: CL10 Step 2-3 $36,780.89-38,252.13 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction and supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent provides administrative clerical support to the Community Health Program. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two years post-secondary community college in related field. • A minimum of two years of administrative experience in related field. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and copies of all certificates/diplomas along with three references submitted on a Consent To Rel...
THE Akwesasne Toastmasters meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 6:00pm-8:00pm at 891 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY (Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Human Resources Office/Building). Visit akwesasnetoastmasters.com or find them on Facebook to learn more. Everyone is welcome!...
SALARY RANGE: Under review POSITION SUMMARY: The Communications and Quality Assurance Officer is responsible for coordinating special projects, participating in committees, leading working groups and teams. Coordinates public relation initiatives within all AMBE programs. Creates, manages and implements PR campaigns with the goal of enriching AMBE’s position within the community and maintains strong relationships with media reps. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two year degree in a related field together with five (5) years experience performing general adm...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Staff Sergeant, the incumbent is responsible to provide operational supervision and coordinate the deployment of uniformed personnel; assist in the assurance of peace, order, protection and security of persons and property in and for the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne. Responsible to ensure that all AMPS members are fully versed in policing techniques and conform to established policies and procedures and are fully trained in the conduct of police activities and administering...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Director, the incumbent is responsible for implementing project management systems and procedures and to provide administrative support to DTS Management. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two years post-secondary community college. • Three years experience as an Executive Assistant or related position. • Must pass a criminal records check. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and copies of all certificates/diplomas along with three references submitted on a Consent To Re...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager and as part of the management team, the Director of Care is responsible for management and leadership of all aspects of resident care services and promoting and fostering the Resident Centered Model of Care. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in Health or Public Administration, Social Sciences, or Business with four (4) years of management work experience in a position requiring supervision of registered or certified personnel, contract management, financial adm...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the planning and preparation of all meals and snacks based on established healthy eating guidelines, the supervision of kitchen operations and education and training of clients to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary graduate in Culinary, Food Services, Nutritional Programs or equivalent; • Minimum of one (1) year experience in a related position; OR • High school diploma or equivalent; with a minimum two (...
FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2018 - NO WEEKDAY MASS THIS WEEK SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2018 - 10:00 AM - Offered for: Isabel Rourke, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. SUNDAY, JULY 22, 2018 - 10:00 AM - Offered for: Alfred Laffin, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY JULY 24-26, 2018 - THERE WILL BE NO WEEK-DAY MASSES. Father Jerome will be away on vacation from July 14TH - August 17TH, 2018. There will be NO WEEK DAY MASSES during his absence. Please give a warm welcome to Father Andrew Amyot who will be presiding over the weekend...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: July 20th Ella L. Cook & Doris Benedict July 24th Mary Frego July 26th Karen White, Yvonne Chubb & Cecelia Derosia Events: July 19th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Giant Checkers-11:00; Alz. Association Support Group-11:00; Fan Making Class-12:30; Shopping-1:00; Legal Aid-1:30; July 20th – Closed; July 23rd – Exercise Class-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Darts-11:00; Traditional Medicines Teachings-12:30; Bingo-1:00; July 24th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Youth Group Visit-12:30-2:30; Shoppin...
