A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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To Hon. C. DeBellefeuille, MP Akwesasne I am writing this letter with a great deal of grief and concern. As I write this, the news of another 182 unmarked graves at Ktunaxa Nation territory in B.C has just been announced. The news on May 28th of the 215 children buried at the former Kamloops Residential School shook the nation. If that was not enough, a much larger number of 751 were then found only a few days later at the old Marieval Residential School site. To some, this may come as a surprise, but to others who are aware of the cultural...
First Nations Epidemiological summary of COVID-19 cases in First Nations communities as reported to Indigenous Services Canada as of August 21, 2021. Atlantic – 0 Cases Quebec – 1 Cases Ontario – 5 Cases Manitoba – 10 Cases Saskatchewan – 14 Cases Alberta – 24 Cases British Columbia – 57 Cases Canada Wide The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Canada: 1,476,149 cases in Canada. Quebec: 385,465 total cases, 3,696 active cases (with 11,283 deaths) Ontario: 560,637 total cases, 5,053 active cases...
AKWESASNE. With only 46.9% of eligible individuals vaccinated in the Akwesasne’s southern portion, and the presence of the more contagious Delta variant in the community, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has decided to use federal dollars to fund incentives for community members to get their COVID-19 Vaccine. The incentives include providing monetary and other prizes to individuals who choose, or have already chosen, to get vaccinated to protect themselves, their families, and the overall Akwesasne community. Beginning on Wednesday, September 1, 2...
As of Tuesday, August 24, 2021: Transmission Level – High New cases - 52 Total number of confirmed positives to-date - 8,212 Active cases - 259 Released from isolation - 7,856 Hospitalizations - 17 Deaths - 97 Total number of tests performed to date - 355,482 % of Fully vaccinated in St. Lawrence County - 50.8 % of St. Lawrence County positivity rate - 5.52 As of Wednesday, August 25, 2021: Transmission Level - High New cases - 45 Total number of confirmed positives to-date - 8,257 Active cases - 274 Released from isolation - 7,886 H...
Daily Statistics for Tuesday, August 24: New Positives: 15 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 101 Community Active: 98 New Deaths: 0 New Recovered: 15 Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 213 Active Cases by Correctional Facility: Bare Hill Correctional: 1, Franklin Correctional: 2, Upstate Correctional: 0 Cumulative Totals: Cases: 2966, Confirmed Positive: 2832, Probable: 134, Deaths: 17, Recovered: 2848...
Can you identify? Photo taken at the Travelling College's 1st community event, basket-making demonstration. Approx. 1979, submitted by D. David 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....
POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE I SUBSTANCE, RESIST POLICE Cornwall, ON – Kandy Pierce, 27, of Akwesasne was arrested on August 21st, 2021 and charged with possession of a Schedule I substance, being methamphetamine, as well as resist police. It is alleged while police were investigating an unrelated matter, the woman was found to be in possession of a quantity of methamphetamine. She was taken into custody, at which time she resisted police and attempted to flee. She was charged accordingly and released to appear in court on November 2nd, 2...
SALARY LEVEL: CL10 ST2 $38,460.88 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent will provide administrative and clerical support to Addiction Counselors, Mental Health workers and Traditional Medicine workers to ensure its efficient operation. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year post-secondary community college in a related field; Two (2) year administrative experience in a related field; Experience working with adults All interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copies of all rele...
SALARY LEVEL: MG3 ST2 $75,800.58 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Director, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing the Building Maintenance Program for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, and responsive to the sanitation and maintenance needs of Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Directors and Program Managers, to ensure that all assigned Sectors Maintenance Managers, Maintenance Supervisors and support staff perform sanitation and maintenance effectively and efficiently. To ensure that MCA buildings are properly maintained...
SALARY LEVEL: SP5 ST2 $56,061.34 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Researcher is responsible for carrying out research objectives and projects of the ARRO with set timelines for potential and existing land claims and litigation opportunities, as well as providing research support for other ARRO projects. QUALIFICATIONS: • University degree in History, Governance, Political Science, Anthropology, Native Studies, or related field; AND • One (1) year of related experience in a Native Organization • Knowledge of Mohawk government systems; • Knowled...
SALARY LEVEL: GST06 ST2 $49,390.30 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Staff Sergeant of Operations, the Incumbent is responsible for overseeing compliance of Akwesasne By-Laws and Community Laws within the regulatory jurisdiction of the MCA. QUALIFICATIONS: Post-Secondary education in a program of Law and Security, or related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent with at least three (3) years related work experience in the enforcement field. All interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copies...
For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x113 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at twinleafstores.com...
Salmon River Central School District, is currently accepting applications for the following position: School Administrator – Assistant Principal Application Deadline: Until Filled Full job description and application can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937 The Salmon River Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, political a...
Akwesasne Mohawk Territory Competition # 21-53-AKWE Reporting to the Education & Training Advisor, the Student Recruitment & Services Representative position is based out of our Akwesasne online learning center. The successful candidate will: Actively support the Education and Training Advisor to recruit students by responding to e-mail and telephone inquiries at the online learning center, booking appointments for the Education & Training Advisor in other recruitment activities as needed. Directly recruit students in the community following...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne currently has multiple employment opportunities available! • COUNSELOR • PREVENTION SERVICE SUPERVISOR • REGISTERED DIETITIAN • QUEBEC PROBATION OFFICER • REGISTERED NURSE • PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER • NURSE PRACTITIONER To view the full job descriptions, please visit www.akwesasne.ca/employment....
Job Summary: The Housing Services Supportive Coordinator will work as a team member under the direct supervision of the Housing Services Manager. will perform initial and periodic needs assessments to identify the supportive services required to improve the stability, quality of community life, wellness, health and education of current and future elderly tribal residents. Perform duties pertaining to housing assistance programs operated by the Akwesasne Housing Authority (AHA). Additionally, the Housing Service Supportive Coordinator will...
Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for Substitute Teachers Pay rates for 2021-2022 school year: Certified Teacher: $135/day Non-Certified w/2 or 4-year degree: $120/day Non-Certified Teacher w/no degree: $110/day New hires will be trained before starting. Application can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937 The Salmon River Central School District does not...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 August Birthdays: Aug. 25th-Mary Francis Aug. 27th-Patricia Oakes & Francine Palermo Aug. 30th-Joyce Kelso Aug. 31st-Rebecca Massic, Elaine Scott & Phoebe Curran Please Note: The center is now opened! Congregate meals began on August 9th. Monday Bingo will also resume. Legal Aid with Linda LaRue: August 31st Call Giselle to book an appointment-358-2963 Chair Yoga: Catherine Cook will be teaching every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am, beginning August 10th. Please wear a mask if un-va...
Charles B. Laffin is requesting letters of Administration on the Estate of Hattie Laffin, of Akwesasne, NY. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by September 11, 2021. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358- 6300....
Sue E. Herne is requesting letters of Administration on the Estate of Paul R. Herne & Ellene M. Herne of Akwesasne, NY. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by September 2, 2021. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to appoint two (2) youth council representatives, to represent the community of Akwesasne. Eligibility: The membership of the Akwesasne Youth Council shall consist of representatives, with a goal of equal gender composition, and staggered terms of two to three years. In order to be eligible to represent the Mohawks of Akwesasne, applicants must: Be enrolled or have an active applicant to be a Member of the Mohawk of Akwesasne, pursuant to the Akwesasne Membership Code. Be between the ages of 18-29 at...
Weekend masses at the St. Regis Mission Church have been increased to a MAXIMUM OF 50 PERSONS excluding clergy and volunteers. DUE TO THE INCREASE IN COVID CASES IN THE COMMUNITY WE ARE STILL UNDER A STATE OF EMERGENCY AND ALL CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATORY RESTRICTIONS APPLY until further notice: SOCIAL DISTANCING, SIGN IN, WEARING MASKS, COVID SCREENING AND TEMPERATURE CHECKS AS PER MCA-EOC GUIDANCE. THERE ARE NO private masses in the chapel for the NEXT FIVE WEEKS. Regular office hours in the Rectory are WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM TO 1PM. The...
It is with great disappointment that due to rising COVID-19 cases the Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY has decided to cancel the Iroquois Arts Festival on September 4 & 5, 2021. The Museum remains open on our regular schedule but concern for the safety of our visitors, artists, volunteers, and staff at a large event like the Festival helped us to make this difficult decision. We hope you all stay well and that we see you at next year’s Festival....
Submission: Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT), Grants & Contracts Office, 2nd Floor, Ionkwakiohkwaróron Administration Building, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655 no later than 3:30 p.m. (Local Time), THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2021. Description: SRMT is accepting Sealed Bids from qualified Contractors to provide all labor, supervision, materials and supplies, tools and equipment, transportation and incidentals required for the partial interior and exterior demolition, renovations and associated electrical, HVAC and fire...
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