A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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…continued from last week “How’d you know that?” snarled Fox. “Nobody knows that name except me. But you can’t catch me even if you do know it.” “Well, I do win,” laughed Better-Guess. “No, don’t say that,” begged Fox. “Let me chase you, and if I can’t catch you, then you win, hi ho! What do you say?” “Suits me, said Better-Guess. “How’ll we arrange the chase?” “We’ll each get on opposite sides of the river and my task is to catch you. That’s how I work,” said Fox. “Suits me,” said Better-Guess. Over the river swam Better-Guess and then the rac...
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Parkinson Canada SuperWalk will take place on September 16th on John Abbott and MacDonald Campuses in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue at 12 pm. Two new routes are proposed, 1km or 4.5km, where one can stroll, walk or run. JEWEL 106.7 will be there for fun and support and walkers will have the chance to try Parkinson’s adapted boxing with a pro from Grant Brothers Boxing! Live performance by the West Island groups Sonic Spring and the Acapella Sounds Chorus will entertain participants along the walk. Parkinson’s affects over 100,000 Canadians, a num...
Submitted by Paul Hetzler, CCE Horticulture and Natural Resources Educator Seems like competitiveness may be part of human DNA. But it does not always pay to be first. No prize awaits the fastest car that passes a radar patrol, or the first person to come down with the flu at the office. And for trees, the first ones to turn color in autumn are not envied by their peers; if trees experience envy, which no one knows. The first trees to show orange and red and drop their leaves are telling us to get quotes from a tree-removal company, because...
While your kids may be too busy enjoying the last few days of summer to think about returning to the classroom and retailers have already kicked off back-to-school season about a month ago – you may be dreading ‘back to school shopping’. But don’t fret - with Back-to-School shopping being the second busiest time of year for retailers after the Christmas season, there is still time to save before you send your child on the bus. Follow these steps to make sure you get everything on your list without breaking the bank: Wait to buy. Don’t f...
By Andy Gardner Dancers made an appearance at the Party in the Park in Waddington as part of the Bassmaster Elite festivities, which took place August 23 to 26. The event brought professional bass anglers from around the world for four days of fishing. Akwesasne's PJ Burns and William Clute took part in the four-day event. The event broke the previous Bassmaster Elite attendance record set in Waddington five years ago. This year, an estimated 36,200 people attended, according to a recent...
(08/24/2018) POTSDAM – SUNY Potsdam Geology Professor Emeritus Dr. Frank Revetta, Hon. ‘05, will offer two free educational series again this fall -- including his popular planetarium shows and a series of seismology workshops. This is the 54th year that Dr. Revetta has led planetarium shows and taught seismology at the College. In recognition of his dedicated service, SUNY Potsdam dedicated the planetarium in his honor this summer, during Reunion Weekend. “Astronomy is the oldest science, and it’s really something that most people have an...
By Kaniehtonkie The Adirondack Museum presented their first, and what is hoped to be, annual show – the "Inaugural 2018 Mohawk and Abenaki Art Market," which featured master and emerging artists from Akwesasne and Kahnawake. Twenty-three artists showcased their artistic work through a wide range of culturally rich inspiration, interpretations and modern adaptations. Artist displayed their work under a big tent in the center of the Museum's grounds. Visitors could shop for handmade sweetgrass b...
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By Mahlon Smoke With summer soon coming to a close and school starting back up many students may feel nervous about the upcoming school year, no matter the grade and especially kids going into college. For freshmen who are going to college, this is a new and exciting experience, but for other returning students, it’s tiring, and I understand, especially with mounting student loans, balancing a social life with studying, and of course, figuring out what to do with your degree and career afterwards. Going back to college can be overwhelming a...
By Doug George-Kanentiio, Akwesasne Mohawk When current US Rep. Claudia Tenney began her campaign for national office there was hope among many Native people that she would become an advocate for those concerned about the lack of human rights on tribal territory. Most Americans would be appalled to learn that the Bill of Rights, those entrenched freedoms for which many have died to protect, are not applicable to Native residing on lands designated as “Indian Country” by the US federal government. This means the right to free speech, to peaceabl...
There are several guidelines that you should know as a courtesy to the Powwow participants: Powwows are fun events, but they are also sacred events. Ceremonial songs and dances, which are sacred, are performed from time to time throughout the powwow. People should stand during all ceremonial songs and dances. These include the Grand Entry, Flag Songs, Veteran Songs, Honor Songs, and any other songs that the M.C. designates as a ceremonial song - Please stand quietly out of respect and always remove your hat/headgear. People should listen to...
Iehiá:tons: Jaclyn Hall Ne Ionkwa'nikonhriióhshne Ionaterien'tahtsheriá:tskon Tsi Tkonti'níkhons Konkia'tarohrókstha wa'kontená:iehste akwé:kon tsi nihá:ti tho wa'thontóhetste kí:ken ontohseróhetste. Okaristiiáhne Seskéha tewáhsen áhsen shiská:rahkwe kaié:ri niiohwistá:'e iotohétston nénkie ne onterihwahtén:ti. Ne wahontená:iehste ne tekonttihánion ronaterien'tatshénrion, tsi niká:ien ne kwáh ken'niionakióhkwa ne iakotirihonnién:ni eh tho wahonwatirihónnien ne Ionkwa'nikonhriióhshne Ionat...
Total Body Fitness is a FREE class designed to get your heart pumping, increase your metabolism and burn calories! All fitness levels are welcome. Bring your indoor sneakers and water. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays (starting on September 4) Time: 5 PM - 6 PM Where: A’nowara’ko:wa Arena (Fitness Room) For more information, contact Lorrie Caldwell at [email protected]....
If you’re headed back to school, chances are you’ve already made at least one checklist. Got your schedule? Check. What about your supplies? Check. Talked with friends about which classes you have together? Bet you checked that one more than once. But there’s something likely missing from your list, and it might be the most important thing you take care of all year: addressing your mental health and wellbeing. Going back to school can be exciting. It can also be terrifying, particularly for teens who’ve already experienced bullying, anxiety...
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SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general direction of the Aboriginal Rights and Research Office, the Community Educator is responsible to assist in educating the community on the background and developments of the Tsikaristisere/Dundee Settlement Agreement. Please note that there may be long shifts and irregular scheduling that will include some weekends and evenings. Pay based on hours worked on an hourly rate, with some flexibility. There will be mandatory training for community engagement. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Lead public c...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Home Care Home Support Program Manager, the incumbent’s priority is to supervise the clinical pathway of all clients. This includes direct supervision, assisting and guiding the nursing team to identify the health needs of clients and their family; ensuring plans of care/treatment reflect continuity and an integrated approach to quality health care. The incumbent will lead the multidisciplinary team members to include home care nursing team, primary care providers and specialized programs and s...
Responsibilities: Museum Gift Shop – Maintain merchandise inventory and operate small gift shop, organize displays, complete cash and credit card transactions and services for visitors, provide financial accounting for all receipts, other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED. • Prior retail experience preferred. • Knowledge and experience in purchasing Traditional Arts. • Good to excellent computer skills. • Experience working with the visiting public. • Good communication skills. • Able to work both in...
Duties of the Recorder: Record the start and finish time of the interview/hearing, take attendance of the Board members present, take note of the reason for absent Board members, note the time of any late arrivals or early departures of the Board members, record minutes of the interview/hearing and record the votes. The meeting shall be digitally recorded and transcribed. The minutes of the Akwesasne Membership Board shall not be taken verbatim. A copy of the minutes shall be forwarded to the Office of Vital Statistics within four days of the...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for performing client assistance, clerical and data input and management for the OVS office. QUALIFICATIONS: • Certificate as an Administrative Assistant (preferred); OR • Minimum completion of Grade 12 plus two (2) years on the job training; • Specialized courses with certificate; AND • Valid Driver’s license. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and copies of all certificates/diplomas along with three ref...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the DOC, the registered Nurse (RN) is accountable to provide professional nursing care to residents and supervise care given by Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) and Personal Support Workers (PSW). Primary functions include assessment and planning of resident care needs; delivery of skilled procedures according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice; medication administration; and documentation. The Registered Nurse is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the...
Term: Part-Time Reports to: CKON General Manager The part-time housekeeper will be on a housekeeping schedule that is for two hours for two days a week. Position Description: Under the direction and supervision of the CKON General Manager the Housekeeper shall perform the following duties: 1. Sweep and mop all floors. 2. Vacuum stairway and upstairs hall ways and offices. 3. Clean the upstairs and downstairs bathrooms including sweeping, mopping and cleaning toilet bowls, sinks and mirrors. 4. Remove all trash and boxes to the outside trash rec...
