A Voice from the Eastern Door
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CORNWALL, ON – The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) has charged two individuals in relation to a recent hate crime. On Sept. 12, 2024, police responded to a mischief complaint and an investigation ensued. Members of the CPS observed graffiti, which was spray painted onto an Adolphus Street business. The graffiti featured a Nazi flag and a hateful phrase directed toward Jewish people. Members of the CPS’ hate crime unit continued to investigate the incident, and on Sept. 27, 2024, images of the two suspects were shared on the service’s socia...
The Akwesasne Mohawk Police are aware of bear sightings on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island) on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. Police are advising the public not to approach the bear. Stay indoors. The bear will leave the area on its own. Police and conservation officers are patrolling the areas where the bear was spotted. They do not wish to see the bear harmed and will do their best to divert the bear from the area. If you do encounter the bear: • Report the sighting to AMPS Central Dispatch at 613-575-2000. • Do not approach. • Be loud – bang pots an...
On September 19, 2024, the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) released a letter to the community of Akwesasne stating, “After careful consideration and consultation, we have decided to implement a new policy regarding cell phone use at our three elementary schools.” This policy reflects similar school district policies in New York State and the province of Ontario. The AMBE policy went into effect on Monday, September 23, 2024. “Students will not be permitted to have cell phones at school. This decision has been made due to an incre...
CKON just celebrated 40 years of service to the community of Akwesasne and surrounding communities. And CKON radio announcer, managing director and local celebrity has been on the air for 34 of those! On Saturday, September 29, 2024, CKON held a huge birthday bash celebration at the Saint Regis Recreation Center – complete with cake, several bands, and tons of food – all free for anyone attending. The celebration was well attended by CKON fans – and who isn't a fan of CKON – from across the Nor...
OTTAWA – A coalition of national and provincial heritage organizations released a joint statement calling on the Government of Canada to take immediate steps to establish an Indigenous-led National Framework for Indigenous Cultural Heritage Rights. This framework is critical for facilitating the return of Indigenous Ancestors and cultural belongings through repatriation while also upholding the cultural heritage rights of Indigenous peoples across Canada. As Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, this coalition r...
Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) met on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Key items discussed in the public session are as follows. Employees and Trustee recognized for Years of Service Chair of the Board Jamie Schoular formally recognized Director of Education Ron Ferguson, past Chair John McAllister, and Trustee Liaison Officer Lisa Workman. Employee recognition is a focus for the UCDSB, as feedback from staff has indicated that feeling appreciated at work is the most important aspect of a positive workplace culture....
KAHNAWAKE – The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform the community that it has approved the demolition of the Skawenni:io Tsi Iewennahnotáhkhwa Kahnawà:ke Library building at Monday's duly convened Council Meeting. In July 2024, the MCK's Organizational Development Unit (ODU) staff, who occupy second-floor office space, notified both MCK's Asset Management and Public Safety Division of visual indications that the building was once again shifting. The Public Safety Division and Occupational Health and Safety Inspectors cond...
By Kaniehtonkie. Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Land-Based Healing Program held a series of workshop throughout the week of Monday, September 23 to Saturday, September 28th. They offered a variety of activities including a beginner's weaving class, a food preservation workshop, clay pipe making and a corn washing workshop. They also had fun activities to get you moving whether it be skateboarding, hiking or singing in a garden work bee. The events were part of part of the week-long "Healing Through...
The MCA Land-Based Healing Program, in collaboration with Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness and Cornell Cooperative Extension, hosted an engaging two-day Food Preservation Workshop on September 24th and 25th. Participants had the opportunity to explore a range of food preservation techniques, including boiling water bath canning, pressure canning, dehydration, freezing, vacuum sealing, and fermentation. Emphasizing sustainability, the workshop utilized every part of the ingredients, leaving no scraps...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has officially sworn-in the newly elected Council for the 2024-2027 term. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation with Justice Alexandra David administering the oaths of office. MCA is governed by a community-elected 13-Chief Council consisting of one Grand Chief and 12 District Chiefs (four per district). All 13 seats are elected to 3-year terms. The MCA General By-Election was held on Sept. 14, 2024, following...
By Kaniehtonkie. The Native North American Traveling College (NNATC) received a special honor presented to them by the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Control Operations (RCAF) – Cornwall. The RCAF regularly send their cadets to the Traveling College for cultural and historical training of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. The commander of the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Control Operations – Lt.-Col. Neil Ryan, along with CWO / Adjuc Chuck Ansell, MMM, CD presented a special edi...
By Andy Gardner. MASSENA – Prosecutors will offer to dismiss charges against the Akwesasne demonstrators who were arrested during a May demonstration opposing a proposed Mohawk land claim settlement. Meanwhile, two of them had their cases adjourned on Tuesday following an objection from the prosecutor as they were about to undergo a hearing to determine their competency to represent themselves. A third had his case adjourned, pending his ability to review videos that are part of the discovery materials. The three who appeared Tuesday in M...
OTTAWA, UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TRADITIONAL TERRITORY – Canada's history is forever stained by the tragic reality of the residential school system, which forcibly separated Indigenous children from their families and communities, subjecting them to abuse and neglect and prohibiting them from practicing their cultures, traditions and languages. First Nations, Inuit and Métis residential school Survivors gathered on the unceded territory of the Anishinabeg Algonquin People to re-raise the Survivors' Flag on Parliament Hill. Survivors came together to...
On Saturday, September 28, the Akwesasne Skatepark came alive with the Sparrow Sessions Fall Fest celebration! Blue skies and a warm breeze set the perfect weather combo for an afternoon of skateboarding demos, music, delicious food, and plenty of prizes. Sparrow Sessions, MCA Economic Development and the Akwesasne Skatepark teamed up to provide an inclusive skateboarding event – giving Akwesasne youth with an opportunity to socialize and challenge themselves to achieve their skateboarding goals...
HOWES CAVE, NY – September 25, 2024 – The Iroquois Museum is one of 112 organizations nationwide selected to receive an ArtsHERE grant for $83,340.00 as part of a new pilot program from the National Endowment for the Arts, in partnership with South Arts and collaboration with the other five U.S. Regional Arts Organizations. These grants support specific projects that will strengthen the organization’s capacity to sustain meaningful community engagement and increase arts participation for underserved groups and communities. “The National Endowme...
The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) provides students with opportunities to learn about Indigenous culture and history, and to take meaningful actions towards reconciliation throughout the year by integrating Indigenous education into regular classroom learning. On September 30, all schools in the UCDSB will recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. All staff and students have been encouraged to wear orange shirts and will take part in activities that commemorate the tragic residential school...
The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is excited to report it has seen a significant increase in student achievement in all areas of the EQAO provincial assessments. According to EQAO, the UCDSB was the only school board in the province to improve in every area and the only board to see a greater than 5 per cent increase in the Grade 3, 6 and 9 Math assessments. Each year, these assessments offer insights about how Ontario students are meeting the provincial standard for achievement. The provincial standard is where students achieve a...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30 am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL - Club dues for 2024: You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Oct. 1st-Esther DuFresne Oct. 2nd-William Oakes Oct. 3rd-Darlene Chubb & Brenda Hathaway Oct. 4th-Greg Herne Oct. 5th-Deborah Cook Oct. 7th-Denise Hall Oct.... Full story
The St. Lawrence County Arts Council (SLC Arts) administers a state-funded grant program in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence Counties, and the Akwesasne Mohawk Nation. Through the Statewide Community Regrants (SCR) Program, SLC Arts will award $160,000 to individual artists, 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, government entities, Tribal Nations, and unincorporated collectives, to fund 2025 arts programming. SLC Arts offers three grant opportunities: The Individual Artist Grant is a $3,000 grant that funds the creation of new work by individual...
On Monday, September 30, 2024, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police (SRMPT) issued an announcement to the community of Akwesasne. SRMPT, "Be advised, a small bag was found at the playground at Generations Park. The small baggie was located on the playground and reported to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police. It was collected and processed, the contents did test positive for cocaine. This case is under investigation. We feel it is essential to inform the public of this and to encourage...
By Kaniehtonkie. Carolyn Francis, one of the many organizers of Orange Shirt Day, stepped outside her role of emcee and shared a personal story of her father. Carolyn's father was taken away and place in an 'orphanage' at the age of six, not long after his mother had passed away. That 'orphanage' was much like residential schools at the time, lack of food, poor clothing, and not much in the way of educating their wards. Her father would tell her stories of how he was treated there, and like...
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For Immediate Release: Seskéhko:wa/September 19, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Executive Director has accepted the results of the 2024 MCA General Election held on September 14, 2024. No appeals were received by today's deadline and the results are now official. The swearing-in ceremony for the 2024-2027 Council will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation. The public is invited to attend. Congratulations to the successful candidates an...
VOYEURISM, INDECENT ACT, INDECENT EXPOSURE Cornwall, ON – Johnny Sawatis, 38, of Cornwall, was arrested on Sept. 18, 2024, and charged with the following: Two counts of voyeurism Indecent act Indecent exposure to a person under 16 years of age On Sept. 17, 2024, the man is alleged to have committed voyeurism and an indecent act with a person under the age of 16. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On Sept, 18, 2024, the man was located by police. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. R...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30 am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL - Club dues for 2024: You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Sept. 27th-Elizabeth Perkins Sept. 29th-Nancy Christie, Janice Duso, Debbie Ransom-Gauthier & Barbara Lazore Sept. 30th-Claudine White Activities: Fri.... Full story
