A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-Hawaii), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, held an oversight hearing on Impacts of Environmental Changes on Treaty Rights, Traditional Lifestyles, and Tribal Homelands today. “The relationship between Native nations and their environment is sacred. It is the foundation of their cultures and world view,” said Chairman Akaka. “As a Native Hawaiian, we have a concept called malama ‘aina, which teaches us that we must care for the land and nature, so it can continue to care fo...
Institute of American Indian Arts Receives $50,000 USDA Grant for Student Agriculture and Nutrition Research SANTA FE, N.M. - August 6, 2012 - The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) has received a $50,000 USDA grant for student research in agriculture and nutrition. The funding will also host a visiting scholar from New Mexico State University’s Sustainable Agriculture Science Center in Alcalde, N.M., to help students study agriculture. Students will learn about soil preparation, irrigation methods in dry climates, and nutritional b...
On Saturday, August 4th, the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino held its annual ElvisFest, which featured Akwesasne’s TJ Jackson, and let me tell you he played one heck of a show. Jackson performed from 12 to 2pm in the Rapids Café and did what he does best, entertained. Now to qualify, I would never consider myself an Elvis fan –sure I love some Elvis songs, but I would never have gone to see an Elvis impersonator. Now having gone, I can say without a doubt, Jackson’s show was fantastic! Jackson perfor...
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! All photos are returned to their owner....
We hadn’t been to my grandmother’s in over a week so we were overdue for a visit. Usually they are short because little brother manages to get her so nervous with his endless jumping and running in and out of her house that she can’t have a conversation with me. Big brother has outgrown that age of bouncing around. He’s big enough for her to trust in all areas of the house and has been taking the upstairs tour each time we go over. My room used to be upstairs at her house. Also, that’s where my dad’s room was. Big Brother likes to look throug...
JUSTICE DEPARTMENT AMENDED Annual Salary: Pay Band 4 $31,579.03 - $38,878.46 POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Service Monitor will monitor and supervise Community Service Orders referred from Akwesasne Community Justice Program, Akwesasne Mohawk Court, Ontario & Quebec Provincial Court. Provides administrative assistance to the Community Justice Program Personnel; assists the Program Manager in scheduling Diversion hearings. Performs other administrative duties as requested. QUALIFICATIONS: Incumbent must have a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent...
Division: Finance Salary: Dependent upon qualifications Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 24, 2012 Description of Position: Responsible to the Tribal Council for all matters related to the financial affairs of all Tribal entities and prepares financial analysis of overall operations. The CFO will be responsible for the organization’s financial plans and policies, the accounting practices, the conduct of its relationships with banking institutions, investments, audits, financing arrangements, as well as summaries and fo...
Division: Johnson O’Malley Program Salary: $20,966.40 – 36,108.80 25-3099 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskéha/August 17, 2012 Description of Position: Assist eligible youth with tutorial and career services in the areas of Math, Science, English, Global Studies and History within the Massena Central School District-JW Leary Jr. High School, Salmon River Central School Jr. and Sr. High School. Qualifications: Mandatory 2 year or 4 year degree in related field with experience working with Native American students. Must be at least 21 y...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • LABORER (anticipated 10 month position — 4.5 hours/day) Submit letter of interest and current resume with references to: Natascha L. Jock, School Business Executive Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AEE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • NURSE Salmon River Central is a unique multi-cultural school community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Submit letter of application and current resume with references to: Annemarie FitzRandolph Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Salmon River Central is a unique multi-cultural school community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Submit letter of application and current resume with references to: Annemarie FitzRandolph Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is seeking to recruit and employ skilled general labour workers in Technical Services and Lands Management/Environment. WHO CAN APPLY Enrolled Members of the Mohawks of Akwesasne and residing within the Akwesasne Mohawk Territory. WHAT ARE THE DUTIES: Skilled workers are required to work in extremely mobile positions in the areas of Department of Technical Services and Lands Management/Environment. QUALIFICATIONS: Persons skilled in general labour practices such as carpentry, masonry, tree cutting and trimming,...
Hourly Salary: Pay Band 3 $28,708.12 - $35,344.01 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Cook, the incumbent maintains a high standard of quality in the preparation, sanitation and performance of hospitality services. The Dietary Aide is a team player and promotes the program services of the Dietary Department. QUALIFICATIONS: Health Care Food Service Certificate and one year of demonstrated work experience in the food service industry in an institutional setting preferred; or an equivalent educational certificate along with...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following positions: • CLEANER • BUS DRIVER • FOOD SERVICE HELPER (3 hrs. per day) • COOK Submit letter of interest and current resume with references to: Natascha L. Jock, School Business Executive Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 3 $28,708.12 - $35,344.01 SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Health Programs Clerk provides administrative clerical support to the Community Health Programs. Performs other job related duties as required by the immediate supervisor. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Post secondary community college diploma in Administration combined with a minimum of two to three years administrative experience in a related field. Must have excellent computer skills; i.e. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 9 ($54,162.27 - $66,681.94) POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Tehotiiennawakon, the Economic Development Officer (EDO) is responsible for the operation, promotion and day-to-day management of the Economic Development program, supervises staff, develops and plans the Economic Development Program and Economic Development functions by creating an environment in which business development can prosper. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or Public...
Position Title: After School Facilitator Program: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education After School Program Reports to: Deborah Terrance/School Administration Location: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, Tsi Snaihne School, Kanatakon School Salary: TBD Term: August 27, 2012 -June 27, 2013 FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the School Principal, the After School Facilitator will provide students with advice, assistance and resources to help them achieve their educational and personal goals. A complete job description is...
The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education is in need of reliable and energetic individuals who are interested in occasional and/or part-time work in the teaching field at one of our schools. If you are interested in occasional and/or part-time work and have your Canadian Social Insurance number, please forward your letter of interest, a current Criminal Reference Check with copies of your certification, etc. to the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education, 169 International Road, Akwesasne, Ontario K6H 5R7. (613) 933-0409 or fax to (613)...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 AUGUST BIRTHDAYS Aug. 10th Carole Francis Aug. 10th John Bigtree Aug. 11th Mary Wheeler Aug. 11th Sylvia Beeson Aug. 12th Elizabeth Clary Aug. 15th Valerie Garrow Aug. 15th Georgia Vari Aug. 16th Julius White UPCOMING EVENTS: Fri. Aug. 10th – 1:00 Movie Day Mon. Aug. 13th – 10:45 Sugar Blues, 1:00 Bingo Tues. Aug. 14th – 10:30 Club Meeting, Computer Class, 1:00 Shopping Wed. Aug. 15th – 10:30 Computer Class, 1:00 Malone Farmers Market Thurs. Aug. 16th – 10:30 Computer Class, 1:...
Fri. Aug. 10th Dr. Forson-Men’s Clinic By Appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. Aug. 11th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Mon. Aug. 13th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. Aug. 14th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:00 Wed. Aug. 15th Lab 8:30-10:00am Thurs. Aug. 16th No Doctor...
Fri. Aug. 10th No Doctor Mon. Aug. 13th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Tues. Aug. 14th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. Aug. 15th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Thurs. Aug. 16th Dr. Levac-by Appt. 1:00-4:00pm...
Location: 93 Rooseveltown Road, Akwesasne, NY 13655 Notice is hereby given that any interested Person(s) shall have thirty (30) business days from the first date of this publication to file opposing or related claims and/or to provide the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Clerk’s office with any relevant documentation within the said 30 day period, on or by September 30, 2012....
Pick up days for Cornwall Island- August 15, 2012 Pick up days for Kanatakon- August 21, 2012 The pick-up times for Kanatakon is 11:00-4:00 The pick-up time for Kawehno:ke is 11:00-4:30...
The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Commission is submitting an announcement to community members within the jurisdiction of Akwesasne. There is currently a vacancy for a three (3) year term as a Police Commissioner to represent the district of Kana:takon. In accordance with the Akwesasne Mohawk Policing Agreement and the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Commission Charter, all interested residents of Kana:takon are asked to submit a letter of interest, no later than Tuesday, August 10th 2012 by 4pm. To qualify for appointment to the Akwesasne Mohawk Police...
Learn and receive hands-on experience in boiling water and pressure canning, gelled products, pickling, freezing, and drying; and a discussion of other methods of preservation. Certificates of participation are distributed to those who complete the course, the first step toward becoming a CCE Master Food Preserver. After this training you will be able to hold workshops in your community on food preservation. Space is limited and you must register before August 13. Workshop runs August 21 through August 24, 8am until 3:30pm. Cost is $300.00 per...
