A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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BACKGROUND After several years of negotiations with Canada for recognition of expanded jurisdiction for Akwesasne and clear recognition of Akwesasne’s governance structures and procedures, Akwesasne and Canada are close to completing the formal Agreements. Part of our process includes a review of sections of the Indian Act and assessing their effect on our community. Sections of the Indian Act that benefit Akwesasronon, such as tax exemption and protection of lands from seizure, will be retained. Sections of the Indian Act that are outdated a...
1. In your vegetable garden, be sure to remove all old plants, as well as any foliage that has fallen on the soil. 2. Do a final weeding. 3. Collect and store flower bulbs like gladiolas, freesia, calla and canna bulbs after their tops have frozen. 4. Mow the lawn one last time. Spread corn gluten meal if you have a problem with crab grass. 5. Collect leaves to shred (with a shredder or mower) and compost. 6. Before putting away your mower, drain the gas and/or take it to the shop for any repairs and to sharpen the blades. 7. Cut back tender...
…continued from last week Oh, how he did fight those hornets! He slew hundreds of them after they had stung him, but none before. Raccoon roared and chattered and scolded and cried like a puppy with a pinched tail. Oh, how he did cry, but then who could help it when a thousand hornets had revenged themselves by sticking in their hot needles? Weeping and wailing, Raccoon staggered down to the swamp, where he buried himself in the black mud, the best pain plaster in the world. But the stings hurt terribly, especially since Raccoon could hear F...
The Ceremonial Fires throughout the Haudenosaunee Confederacy will come together on September 30, 2018 to put through the Kariwi:io Ceremony for the leadership and people of Akwesasne. This will start on Sunday around 2:00pm with the host Nation (Kanienkehaka) greeting all the other delegates from the other Nations throughout the Confederacy. The visitors will sit on the Wolf and Turtle side of the longhouse. Akwesasronon and all other Kanienkehaka will sit on the Bears and other clans’ side of the house. The host Nation will ask for the i...
1. Akwé:kon ne onkwanèn:ra - All of our group 2. Sewahió:wane ionkwahiakhónhne - We went to pick apples and came back 3. Ón:wa shiiohrhón’ke - Today this morning 4. Kióhton niiohwistá:’a tsi niió:re ne oié:ri sha’tesewahsén:nen - 9 o’clock until 10:30 am 5. Solomon Cookhénha oh ná:ken tsi thonónhsote - Behind Solomon Cook’s house 6. Oh nà:ken tsi iewennahnotáhkhwa - Behind the library 7. Wátskok enkón:ni ne sewahió:wane tewá:ia - In a little while, I am going to make apple pie 8. Káhonk nike...
(September 24, 2018) On Monday, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation (S8987A/A 11011-B) that adds acute pain management to the list of conditions for which medical marijuana can be recommended as an alternative to opioid use. The bill will also allow for substance use disorder treatment providers to recommend medical marijuana to help patients manage underlying pain that contributes to the abuse of substances such as opioids. “In this battle against the opioid epidemic, it is critical that we use every means at our disposal to prevent t...
The Akwesasne Animal Society is currently accepting sign-ups for a low-cost spay/neuter/wellness event! When: October 15, 2018 Where: Kawehno:ke Recreation Center PRICES: Surgery for dogs: $150 Surgery for cats: $80 Wellness: $25 **Cats and dogs must weigh at least 2 lbs. for surgery. To sign up, please call 518-333-0448. Prepayment is required. Visit the website www.akwesasneanimalsociety.org or Facebook for more information....
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By Derrick Lafrance The cold autumn morning was perfect for what has become a Salmon River Central fun and muddy tradition. Last weekend, the Shamrocks Cross Country team invited schools from all over the North Country for their Seventh Annual Filthy Fun Mud Run. The event was open to the community and alumni, as well as the present Varsity and JV squads. The event featured a mud pit and water pit near the end of the course, and while it looked fun to watch the athletes stumble through the cold...
By Doug George-Kanentiio Some years ago, when I was a member of the Mohawk Nation Land Claims Committee, the State of New York, then led by Governor Mario Cuomo, offered us a deal to resolve the theft of our lands by that entity. Cuomo’s lead attorney was Robert Batson, an amicable guy who resembled the actor Stanley Tucci (from the Hunger Games movie among many other roles). Batson submitted one proposal which consisted of the entire Brasher State Forest, about 24,000 acres. Also, forthcoming would be a cash settlement and the return of the St...
Iehiá:tons: Kaniehtónkie Garrison Garrow, Kanien'kehá:ka raráhstha tánon rohníson tóhkara ierohrókstha tsi thatihwistonnià:tha ken'nikahwistá:sa'as, wahati'horókshi ka'horókshion nahé:'a "Iohskáts kanónnia" ohén:ton shatehotinonniahkwenhákie shahonataweia'tonhákie ne Kiokierénhton Onkwehshón:'a Kanónhsote 17th Khia'teiohserá:ke Tehontenonniakénnies ne McGill Tsi Iontoweiensthakowáhne, Kiohkià:ke, Tsiaontaní:kon. Ne Ióhskats Kanónnia ken'nikahwistá:'a tewatoweièn:ton tsi kenhníso...
By: Jaclyn Hall The Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment held their second annual Harry Potter Fall Fest. The Harry Potter Fall Fest was held at the Generations Park on Saturday, September 22nd from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The free event was full of different activities for everyone to enjoy. Each ACCE program involved with the Harry Potter Fall Fest held their own Harry Potter themed event from Quiddich Matches, photo booths, themed vendors, magical presentations, craft stations, trivia and...
Saint Regis Mohawk Police Blotter as of 09-19-2018 On Sept. 7, police charged Michael L. Cook, 35, of Akwesasne, N.Y. with third-degree assault and unlawful imprisonment, both misdemeanors. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and released with orders to return on a later date. On Sept. 14, police charged Scott G. Merkley, 52, of Norwood with failure to use designated lane, misdemeanor DWI and a felony count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or more. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on Oct. 9. Police say on the...
Cornwall, ON (September 20, 2018). The Raisin Region Conservation Authority needs your help to plant 200 potted trees and shrubs to expand the edible forest. The event takes place on Saturday, September 29, from 9 am to 12 noon at Gray’s Creek Conservation Area. The objective is to provide the local community with access to wild tree and shrub edibles as well as learn about the health benefits of wild foods. This is a family friendly free event, supported by a $4,000 grant from Tree Canada’s Edible Trees Program. “We want to make wild edibl...
Left to right: Julius Cook, Tribal Chief; Saka and Ray Pembleton, soon to become EMTs, along with their son Rasennes; and Beverly Cook, AET Director. 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....
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Post-Secondary Education, the Executive Assistant ensures the effective operation of the Board Office in order to facilitate maximum service delivery of the educational program of the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two-year degree in business related field is preferred, OR • Must be willing to obtain a degree within three years. • Two years’ experience in a related field. Interested individuals must submit a letter of interest, resume and cop...
The School of Community and Public Affairs at Concordia University invites applications for the position of Director of the First Peoples Studies program (FPST), Quebec’s first (and currently only) undergraduate degree program specializing in First Peoples – First Nations, Inuit and Métis – within the Quebec and Canadian context. Interested candidates must hold a PhD in one of the disciplines of the social sciences and humanities. Subject to budgetary approval, we anticipate filling this position at the rank of Associate or Full Profes...
The School of Community and Public Affairs is currently seeking to develop its First Peoples Studies program further and invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of Indigenous studies. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant discipline, have teaching experience at the university level and capacity for an active research program. Subject to budgetary approval, we anticipate filling this position, normally at the rank of Assistant Professor, for August 1, 2019. For the full job posting...
REPORTS TO: Program Manager FLSA: Non-exempt DEADLINE: Friday, September 28, 2018 at 4:00pm Introduction: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Tutor will be responsible for planning and implementing an educational assistance program and collaborating with local school districts. The primary purpose of this position is to actively assist students with their work load and to engage them in educational strategies that will benefit their academic success. Qualifications (Education and Experience): Bachelor’s degree in e...
SALARY: $12.50 per hour not to exceed 30 hours weekly REPORTS TO: Program Manager FLSA: Non-Exempt DEADLINE TO APPLY: September 28th, 2018 by 4:00 p.m. The Caretaker is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the interior and exterior of the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club, assisting with cleaning of the floors, walls, bathrooms, stairwells, windows and doors and identification of the required repairs to maintain the safety and up-keep of the internal and external appearance of the facility. The Caretaker is also responsible for light...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Wholistic Heath & Wellness Program Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating the activity programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and cultural need of students and youth who represent with a wide range of physical and psycho-social abilities: to strengthen future generations by recognizing the healing power of nature, culture and language: promoting intergenerational knowledge transfer: and offering a safe space in which...
Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, Tsi Snaihne School and Kanatakon School The Ahkwesahsne 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 the following minimum qualifications: • Applicants must have High School Diploma or GED equivalency. • Experience working with school-aged children; be a good role model to students. • Applicants must be reliable and dependable and...
Massena 10/8/2018: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., VFW Massena, 101 West Hatfield Street Potsdam 10/12/2018: 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Canton Potsdam Hospital, 50 Leroy Street Follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App....
The First Nations Information Governance Centre is seeking qualified candidates to apply for a part-time (22.5 hours per week) Finance/Payroll Assistant position (term), with the possibility of full-time employment Qualified applicants to apply Posting will close Friday, October 5, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. EST See Job Requirements and Application Criteria Below Scope of Position: Under the direct supervision of the FNIGC Finance Manager, the Finance/Payroll Assistant will be responsible for processing on-line bi-weekly payroll submissions,...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Inclusion Supervisor, the Speech & Language Pathologist will design individual student treatment plans to target specific speech disorders, like stuttering, lisps & learning disorders. QUALIFICATIONS: • Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. • Certification/Registration with a professional Speech & Language Association. • Two (2) to three (3) years related experience within the educational environment. Must have knowledge of the educational system, the national policies & procedures (...
