Iohahi:io: Honoring Achievements in Indigenous Education

Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education and Training Institute proudly announced the approval of their organizational review by the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council (IAESC), making them the fifth Indigenous institute in Ontario to be able to develop and offer its own diploma, certificate, and degree programs. Congratulations to everyone involved in this incredible milestone!

The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education were honored to welcome MPP Nolan Quinn for his first visit to an Indigenous institute as the Minister of Colleges and Universities on October 4, 2024. Quinn joined Director of Education Donna Lahache, Associate Director of Post-Secondary & Continuing Education Norma Sunday and Tsi Snaihne District Chief Sarah Lee Sunday-Diabo in celebrating this momentous occasion with warm remarks.

Sunday provided a tour of the facilities, showcasing the classrooms, the Akwesasne FabLab, and the brand-new trades building.

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne sends a heartfelt congratulations to the staff of Iohahi:io and the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education for their dedication and ongoing achievements, "Your commitment to education strengthens not only our minds but our entire community."

Photos courtesy of MCA Communications.