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  • A San Francisco school board voted to cover Controversial mural – not paint over

    Aug 22, 2019

    A controversial mural depicting images of slavery and dead Native Americans at the George Washington High School located in San Francisco will be left in place but covered with solid panels. The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education voted 4-3 on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 to cover the "Life of Washington" mural at the high school without destroying it. This vote amends a previous decision. In June, the board had decided to paint over the mural or, if painting would cause too...

  • ICYMI - Ethics Watchdog Sides Firmly with Former Attorney General Wilson-Raybould

    Aug 22, 2019

    OTTAWA. After insisting for six months that his government had done nothing wrong in the SNC-Lavalin affair, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was forced to accept a verdict Wednesday that backed his former attorney general Jody Wilson-Raybould’s version of events rather than his own. In the report, House of Commons’ Conflict of Interest and Ethics commissioner, Mario Dion found Trudeau used his position of authority over Wilson-Raybould to try to influence her decision-making and, in so doing, tried to further the Quebec engineering giant’s priva...

  • August 1995, Akwesasne Lightning Jr. B. Bronze Champs in the Founders Cup, St. Catharines, Ontario.

    Aug 22, 2019

    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....

  • Bacon and Avocado Hash Brown Egg Cups

    Aug 22, 2019

    By: Dan Sweet, CCE Franklin County Meal prepping has become increasingly popular in the United States for people looking for healthy food on the go. Meal prepping involves making a large batch of food during one of your free days of the week and refrigerating/freezing them for later usage throughout the week. If you’re looking for a quick, delicious on the go breakfast food, these bacon and avocado hash brown egg cups are worth a try! Ingredients: • 2 ½ cups hash browns, thawed • 3 Tablespoons olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste • 6 eggs • ...

  • CULTURAL FACILITATOR

    Aug 22, 2019

    POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Language and Curriculum, the Cultural Facilitator is responsible for providing program facilitation related to the Akwesasne Mohawk cultural teachings for the purpose of providing a culturally enriched learning environment through language, play and various formal and informal activities, to be delivered to the students and staff of AMBE. QUALIFICATIONS: • Teacher qualifications NYS or ONT. • Minimum of five years’ experience in teaching. • Evidence of recent facilitation experie...

  • RECEPTIONIST

    Aug 22, 2019

    POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Iohahi:io Management staff, the incumbent is responsible for providing secretarial support. QUALIFICATIONS: • College certificate in Business Administration or related field together with one (1) year customer service experience; or • High School Diploma or GED equivalent together with 3-5 years’ experience in customer service. KEY COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will demonstrate the AMBE key values of integrity, equity and accountability with a focus on: • Teamwork: working collabo...

  • COUNSELOR AIDE

    Aug 22, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the security and safety of clients through the provision of program services. The Counselor Aide is also responsible to provide supervision on shift and also responsible for client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year Social Services Worker or equivalent diploma with three (3) years’ experience working with women, men and children in crisis; • Education/experience in mental health and addictions, certi...

  • COUNSELOR

    Aug 22, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing and conducting all in-shelter programs and activities. QUALIFICATIONS: • University degree in Social field; OR • Two (2) year Social Services Worker or equivalent diploma with three (3) years’ experience working with women, men and children in crisis; • Education/experience in mental health and addictions, certification as Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAC) is an asset. All interested applicants must su...

  • HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER

    Aug 22, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Manager, the Health and Safety Officer (HSO) will be responsible to ensure that the MCA organization is complying with the standards of Health & Safety under the Canada Labour Code Part II and prescribed regulations as well as provincial legislation that is applicable to the organization. The HSO will be responsible for creating and administering a Workplace Health and Safety Management Program (WHSMP) that includes the workplace and construction. The WHSMP will include policies, program...

  • PARALEGAL

    Aug 22, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Director, the incumbent is to be a team player in a one-year funding project. The position is responsible to ensure the Akwesasne Review Commission meetings are coordinated, develop charters for administrative boards, and remit outcome of CBSA complaints to affected community members. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary education in the field of Paralegal Studies or a Degree in Criminal Justice; • Two years’ experience working with First Nations; • Two years’ management experienc...

  • HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

    Aug 22, 2019

    SALARY LEVEL: MG01 $78,482.35 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Director of Finance & Administration, the Human Resource Manager will lead the HR team to build an engaged, committed and productive MCA workforce. You will deliver strategic, support and administrative HR services throughout the organization. The Human Resource Manager is responsible for labour relations management, recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, policy development and interpretation, HRIS...

  • DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

    Aug 22, 2019

    SALARY LEVEL: EX04 $102,020.05 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is a Community Government, elected by the eligible voters of the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne. Under the supervision of the MCA Executive Director, the Director of Finance and Administration is accountable for the leadership, management and delivery of MCA financial and administrative services, which are comprised of the following programs: Finance, Human Resources, Information Services, Communication, Operational Support and Planning and Analysis....

  • KANIENKEHA CURRICULUM & RESOURCE DEVELOPER

    Aug 22, 2019

    POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the Kanienkeha Curriculum & Resource Developer is responsible for the development of curriculum and resource materials for the Immersion and Core Programs of AMBE based on the Neuro-linguistic approach and for ongoing coaching in support of language teachers in the classroom. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in Education; with • Three years’ experience in curriculum writing & resource development; or • Verifiable training in Kanienkeha with five years of related work expe...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Aug 22, 2019

    Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following position: Elementary Teacher (Birth-6) Location: Salmon River Central School Queries and applications should be directed to Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, Salmon River Central School, Fort Covington, New York 12937....

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Aug 22, 2019

    Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following position: Secondary Mohawk Language Teacher Location: Salmon River Central School Queries and applications should be directed to Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, Salmon River Central School, Fort Covington, New York 12937....

  • Tota News

    Aug 22, 2019

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Aug. 24th-Polly Mulvana Aug. 25th-Mary J. Francis, Patricia White & Lloyd Pitts Aug. 27th-Francine Palermo Aug. 29th-Priscilla Herne Events: Aug. 22nd – Walking Club-9:00-11:45; Haircuts-10:00; Kanien’keha Class-12:30; AARP Drivers Safety Course -12:30-4:30; Shopping-1:00; Aug. 23rd – Watertown Shopping-8:30-4:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Aug. 26th – Exercise Class-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Bingo (Iakhihsohtha attending)-1:00; Aug. 27th – Walking Club-9:00... Full story

  • PUBLIC NOTICE OF LAND DISPUTE

    Aug 22, 2019

    Any Person having any interest whatsoever or information pertaining to this matter shall have thirty (30) business days from the date of publication of this Notice to file opposing or related claims or to provide relevant information to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Information and related claims should be filed no later than September 19, 2019. Claimant: Harvey Thompson 147 McGee Road Hogansburg, NY 13655 Respondents: Jennifer Smoke and Francis W. Connors, III 151 McGee Road Hogansburg, NY 13655 Property in Dispute: Lot 420 Case...

  • Tri District Elders Bus to the NYS Fair

    Aug 22, 2019

    There will be a bus to the New York State Fair, Friday, August 30, 2019. The bus will be leaving from the Tri District Elders building on Kawehnoke at 8:00 a.m. Please take note, not at the Peace Tree Mall. The bus will not be making any stops on the U.S. portion of Akwesasne. Everyone is required to have their status cards and/or identification for the U.S. Customs. The cost for members of the Tri District Elders is $10.00 to reserve your seat. The cost for community members to ride the bus is $35.00. Elders and community members must call...

  • Legal Notice

    Aug 22, 2019

    A Petition to probate the Estate of Theresa Phillips of Akwesasne, NY, has been filed by Louis G. Phillips and Raymond L. Phillips. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Louis G. Phillips and Raymond L. Phillips or all potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 by no later than September 15, 2019....

  • Future Planning Educational Sessions

    Aug 22, 2019

    The Tri-District Elders are hosting a 4-week education session focusing on finance (BMO), legal (Justice), lands and estates (OVS) and final arrangements. September 3rd, 10th, 17th & October 1st, at 11a.m. – noon, at the Tri-District Elders Center on Kawehno:ke. Lunch to follow, everyone welcome. Seating is limited call 613-938-0477 to reserve a seat. Sponsored by: Akwesasne Tri-District Elders...

  • OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER

    Aug 22, 2019

    UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS FOR THE AHKWESAHSNE MOHAWK BOARD OF EDUCATION Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education elections were held on Saturday, August 17, 2019. UNOFFICIAL RESULTS District of Kawehnoke: Gary Cole – 13 Gwen Gray – 6 Virginia Kawi Jacobs – 24 Kathleen Papineau – 36 Kathleen Papineau is unofficially elected District of Kanatakon: Shealene Gibson will be acclaimed into the position District of Tsi Snaihne Sheila Adams will be acclaimed Josephine Herne will be acclaimed Any appeals to the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Educati...

  • Stroke Survivor Support Group Meeting

    Aug 22, 2019

    Stroke Survivor Support Group - Cornwall, monthly meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 4th from 6:30-8pm at Riverdale Terrace Retirement Residence (Party Room), 1200 Second St. West. All stroke survivors and caregivers welcome. Info: Deena 613-936-8784....

  • PUBLIC NOTICE OF LAND DISPUTE

    Aug 22, 2019

    Any person having any interest whatsoever or information pertaining to this matter shall have thirty (30) business days from the date of publication of this notice to file opposing or related claims or to provide relevant information to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Information and related claims should be filed no later than September 10, 2019. Claimant: Lorne Clute PO Box 164 Hogansburg, N.Y. 13655 Respondents(s): Myra Maracle 112 Pyke Road Hogansburg N.Y. 13655 & William Clute Pyke Road Hogansburg, N.Y. 13655 Property in Dispute: Lot...

  • IMPORTANT NOTICE

    Aug 22, 2019

    The following is a list of options when our clinics are booked or when we do not have a provider. In the event of an emergency please go to your nearest emergency department. APPLETREE CLINIC -613-938-1170 219 International Road, Akwesasne OHIP ONLY, OUT OF PROVINCE lNSURANCE—$75 Cash Monday-Friday 9am-4pm CORNWALL HEALTH CARE CENTRE 613-936-1564 820 McConnell Ave. Suite 128 Cornwall OHIP & RAMQ ACCEPTED Monday -Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday-9am -1pm CORNWALL MEDICAL PRACTICE & WALK IN CLINIC 613-209-4949 124 Second St East, Cornwall OHIP & RAMQ A...

  • Community Get Together

    Aug 22, 2019

    Saturday, August 24, 2019 10AM Old Bingo Palace Parking Lot The community is invited to discuss the topic of future use of the old bingo palace building. For more information contact Curtis White at [email protected]....

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