A Voice from the Eastern Door
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This past Friday October 27th, the Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment held their annual Trunk or Treat at the Mohawk International Speedway. The event began at 5 pm, with the gates opening to the public. Many different programs and organizations were set up along with many individuals who chose to participate in handing out candy and decorating their vehicles. The event was a huge success with many lined up in their costumes: there was no candy left behind. Children came dressed up...
Submitted by Colleen Nolan What started off as a discussion among three women turned into a full DIY Class for Women. This past Sunday, October 29th, the DIY #1 – Headboards session was held at the Grand Mohawk Inn's gym with fourteen women participating in this session. A Facebook post, over a month ago, generated more than 100 women stating interest in joining the DIY class. The first session was initially targeted to ten individuals, but due to the demand was increased to twenty. The women p...
Tickets are now available for the Annual drawing to be in mid-December. They are available in the community until then. Grand Prize is $5,000, Second prize is $2,500, Third prize is $1,500 and 4th through 10th Prize is $1,000. The tickets cost ten dollars each and selling them outside of the Hogansburg/Akwesasne Fire Station #1 are Paul Sawatis, Kasey Sawatis (standing), and Kayle Sawatis. Photo: Derrick Lafrance....
The third week of the Ontario’s College strike has many of their students worried they may lose an entire semester. Especially concerned are students in apprenticeship and other programs that mandate a certain number of hours for certification. And any time away raises huge concerns, given they need those hours in order to write provincial exams. Premier Kathleen Wynne is not ruling out back-to-work legislation for 12,000 college faculty now on strike, warning she and Ontario Post-secondary Minister Deb Matthews “expect” both sides to get b...
Submitted by Mae Green The Snye Recreation Annual Halloween was held on Saturday, October 28th. Doors opened at 2:00 pm and in no time at all the gym was filled to capacity. We had well over 300 in attendance. The costume judging started promptly at 3:00 pm. Judging was held for all ages. The judges were looking for the following categories: Prettiest, Scariest, Funniest, Most Original and Judges Choice. As usual the judges had a very difficult time as there were many creative costumes....
The meeting was called to order at 6pm with Grand Chief Abram Benedict as chairperson. Entewatathá:wi and the Proposed Alternative Station for Kawehnoke presenting. Updates were given on Canada 150 Funding, Housing Funding, and Land Claims. Peter Garrow presented on behalf of Entewatathá:wi, Self-Government Process. He reviewed a timeline dating from 1600’s to present day and significant events in our history from the Two Row Wampum to the Indian Act to Indigenous Affairs and Northern Affairs Canada creating two separate departments. Gar...
FREE raffle ticket to win a Christmas Box full of Christmas surprises when you purchase from Pamoja International Cultural Exchanges Inc. (PICEI) a $5 Bon Ton Community Day Booklet. You also get a free $10 coupon along with many other coupons, Nov 8th – Nov 11th. Drawing will be held on the last day. At the St Lawrence Center Mall during store hours come to the Bon Ton household door to get your free raffle ticket. Call for more information: 866 660 5116....
Submitted by Wanda Thompson Tim Horton Winners $10 gift cards Kawa Delormier Leighann O'brien Joyce Leaf Paige Jacobs Shakoianihsaks Mitchell Twin Leaf Winners $20 Francis Oakes Kathleen Oakes Anita Mitchell Brian Thompson Speedway $20 Leona Lafrance Sandra Thompson Viola Marshall Bear's Den $20 Andrea Lazore Rosie Dinelle Big Boys' $20 Terri Hunter Tracey Sunday Ann Lazore Diane McDonald Swamps Performance $50 Shelly Rourke Heart to Heart Fitness 2 month gym membership Natalie Levac Mrs....
Most people know they need to eat right and exercise to be healthy. But what about sleep? We spend about one-third of our lives asleep, and sleep is essential to better health. But many of us are struggling with sleep. Four out of five people say that they suffer from sleep problems at least once a week and wake up feeling exhausted. So how do you become a more successful sleeper? Grab a pillow, curl up and keep reading to find out. To make matter worse, daylight saving time brings that twice-yearly ritual of feeling completely out of sorts...
Make Your Own Bittersweet Wreath Saturday, November 4, 2017 9:30 to 11:30 am Nicandri Nature Center 19 Robinson Bay Road Massena, NY Join us! You will pull your own bittersweet vine and create our own fall wreaths to decorate!! This event is free, bring hand clippers and gloves. Dress for the weather! Nicandri Nature Center is funded by the New York Power Authority. TAUNY’s Annual Balsam Wreath Sale This holiday season, TAUNY will once again offer Adirondack Balsam Wreaths for sale. Wreaths are available in three sizes and with various color op...
Savanna’s Act Addresses Missing & Murdered Native American Women Crisis in US WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs held a hearing on Savanna’s Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp to help address the epidemic of missing and murdered Native American women. The hearing comes just three weeks after her bill was introduced, reinforcing the need for urgency and broadened awareness to address this crisis. During the hearing, Heitkamp, a member of the committee, questioned Carmen O’Leary, executi...
The Annual TAUNY Folkstore Holiday Showcase will open to the public on Saturday, November 4 and will run through the end of December. This special showcase is a temporary expansion of the Folkstore during the holiday season and features a wide variety of additional merchandise in The TAUNY Center’s first floor gallery space. The Holiday Showcase will include new additions to the Folkstore including cutting boards and reclaimed wood benches by Michael LaBell; canoe and cycling mugs by Nan Lazovik; hand-blown glass pens by Steve Harrington; w...
Students bring in items for the Mother Hubbard's Cupboard at the Mohawk School. Teacher - Mrs. Jock. Year unknown. 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....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held two contests/raffles for NHL tickets last week. 1. The first drawing was for two Ottawa vs. Montreal tickets to the Oct. 30th game. $540 was raised by the Tsi Snaihne School students and community members who purchased tickets to benefit Raiyah Ingle. Nia:wen to all. The winner was Veronica Jacobs. 2. The second drawing asked community members to post a question about MCA on Facebook in order to tailor the information we provide better to your needs. All names were entered to win the drawing of two tickets...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE) is currently accepting applications for the following positions: * Science Teachers (Earth Science and General Science) * School Psychologist * Secondary Special Education Teachers Salmon River Central School is a multi-cultural community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit completed application to: Angela Robert Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route...
Iakhihsohtha Lodge is in need of a Casual MOW Delivery Driver and a Housekeeper/Laundry worker. MOW Driver Delivers meals to client homes, follows professional conduct in the delivery of meals, maintains a safe environment. Must be over the age of 25 and must get a CPIC prior to starting work. Housekeeper/Laundry Worker To perform housekeeping duties in resident rooms and common areas, maintain a safe environment, to perform laundering of resident’s personal clothing as well as facility linens. We will be accepting applications until N...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Assistant Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring employee satisfaction and advocacy services in the workplace. QUALIFICATIONS: • University or College diploma, preferably in the Human Resource field or related field. • Minimum four (4) years work experience related to the position. • Knowledge of MCA and policies and procedures. • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and copies of all...
The Office of Vital Statistics is looking for interested community members to be appointed to serve on the Council of Elders. The Council of Elders are appointed by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne to carry out their duties and responsibilities as defined in the Akwesasne Membership Code, the Charter of the Council of Elders and the Council of Elders Procedure Regulations, dealing exclusively with appeals from the community relating to the Akwesasne Membership Board’s decisions. To qualify for appointment as a member of the Council of Elders o...
Title: Administrative Assistant Department: Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours weekly Salary: $12 per hour Closing Date: November 13, 2017 4:00 pm. Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment Duties consist of the following: • Greet clients by phone and in person direct to their destination • Log and route all incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries • Minute taking for MIHC and HHDFCI Board and staff meetings • Clerical work, manage Board Room Rental • Assist in Finance Department and Housing Programs • Assist...
Position: Title – Housekeeper Department – Maintenance Status – Non-Exempt, Part-time as needed Salary – $10.30 per hour Deadline – Apply by November 13, 2017 4:00 pm Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment Summary: The Housekeeper assigned to the Maintenance Dept. will clean vacated units for the Apartments in Rooseveltown and McGee Road as they occur. Incumbent will follow detailed checklist for each unit cleaning including but limited to kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living room, entrance by washing, vacuum or mop floor...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Nov. 1st Alice Jacobs & Annette Armstrong Nov. 2nd Dolores Thompson Nov. 5th Helena Lamb Nov. 6th Bonnie Frary & Marthe Lindgren Nov. 7th Vicki Phillips & Stanley Burnham Nov. 8th Sharon Cook Nov. 9th Ramona Hudson Events: Nov. 2nd – Haircuts-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Nov. 3rd – Computer Skills-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Green Food Bag Order Deadline-2:00; Nov. 6th – Arthritis Exercise Program-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Bingo (Iakhihsohtha arriving)-1:00; Nov. 7th – Mas...
Fundraiser for the Cornwall Girls Hockey Association With Headliner Jeff Leeson Tuesday, November 7th, 2017 Doors open at 7:30, show time at 8:00pm Port Theatre 132 Montreal Road, Cornwall Advanced tickets - $15, at the door - $20 For advanced tickets call CGHA Marketing Director Erin Seymour at 613-551-8606 or email [email protected]....
Unofficial election results for the Akwesasne Membership Board 2 year seat. Akwesasne Membership Board elections were held on Saturday, October 28, 2017. Unofficial results: DISTRICT OF TSI SNAIHNE: Cindy Lazore-Garrow 13 Sheila Adams 4 Cindy Lazore Garrow is unofficially elected DISTRICT OF KANATAKON: Charlene Thomas will be acclaimed into the position DISTRICT OF KAWEHNOKE Loretta David 23 Donna Delormier 22 Loretta David is unofficially elected Any appeals to the Akwesasne Membership Board in relation to the election process, must be...
Proceeds to benefit the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group. Saturday, November 18, 2017 American Legion Post 1479 Start time: 12:00 noon sharp Cost: $10 per person Cost includes registration fee, door prizes and food. DJ and Mohawk Auction For more information and to register call 315-705-1130 or 518-358-9976. Everyone Welcome!...
