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By Doug George-Kanentiio Lacrosse is our game, invented by the Iroquois as an alternative to war and as a sport which has profound spiritual implications. It restores harmony and effects healing. It entertains the people and the natural world. It makes our physical selves stronger, promotes teamwork and brings happiness to our nations. Out of a population of just over 100,000, with but a few thousand of that number actually playing the game, the Iroquois produce some of the best players in the world. Our teams compete against countries such as...
By Doug George-Kanentiio, Akwesasne Mohawk Canadian taxpayers are once again being royally hosed in the proposed Sixties Scoop “settlement” which once again exploits Natives and enriches the lawyers. I am one of those Natives who, as a child, was taken from my home community on the Akwesasne Mohawk Territory and placed in a series of foster homes, 15 in total over a five year period. I was shuffled from “homes” in Quebec and Ontario, staying for as long as a few months to a mere four days in one instance. I had been forced to attend the not...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police, March 23-29: • On March 23, police charged Abby F. Mitchell, 34, of Hogansburg with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation and unregistered motor vehicle. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on April 17. • On March 23, police charged Jean R. Gibson, 25, of Hogansburg with speeding (allegedly 50-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on April 30. • On March 24, police charged Lynell A. Cook, 54, of Hogansburg with following too close...
(April 4, 2018) SOUTH GLENGARRY, ON – On March 22, 2018, officers with the Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF), working in collaboration with their Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) partners, arrested two individuals following a vehicle traffic stop at a South Glengarry marina. The female driver, Elizabeth MARACLE (aged 59) from Akwesasne, Ontario and a male passenger, Rahsontanohstha DELORMIER (aged 23) from Akwesasne, New York were subsequently charged for being in possession of unstamped t...
L-R: unknown, unknown, Mary Oakes and Lisa Lazore. Submitted by Kay Dubreuil, former substitute teacher for St. Regis School. 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....
A'nowara'ko:wa Arena Facility & Grounds Development Updates The A'nowara'ko:wa Arena is scheduled to open on Monday, April 16, 2018 for the spring and summer season. The arena will be available to serve athletes and community members through lacrosse games, practices, and tournaments, in-line rock & skate, Pickle Ball, the Tewa'a:ra'ton Festival, Energy Fair, Country Fest Fair, Akwesasne International Powwow, and community activities and meetings, to name just a sample of what's scheduled this...
Salary: Based on PSAC / AMBE Salary Grid POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the School Principal, the incumbent will provide instruction/support to all students under his/her charge following the prescribed curriculum guidelines; maintain lesson plans and long range instructional plans; develop and implement a sound timetable of daily instructional assignments; establish high standards for pupil behaviour and academic growth; prepare reports on attendance, conduct and program; be aware of the needs of the school learner;...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Post-Secondary Manager, the Student Support Liaison develops, coordinates and implements initiatives to support post-secondary students. Provides support to the Post-secondary Manager with new and returning student registrations, data entry and clerical duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or Human Resources at a minimum. • Experience working with adult learners. • Strong communication skills. • Ability to communicate via electronic media. ...
Responsible to: Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs Job Duties: • Ensure that staff understands and follows Nation approved policies. • Work with all departments and personnel to ensure a safe and productive work environment. • Ensure that Indian Time staff operate and maintain a teamwork environment. • Conduct staff meetings. • Interview and hire staff. • Do orientation with new employees, supervise and do evaluations. • Manage, assess and supervise the production of Indian Time newspaper. • Maintain all personnel forms including: employee resume...
Akwesasne TV, LLC is seeking a commission based Sales Representative for digital Television and Media Sales in the following markets: Malone-Plattsburgh and surrounding areas, Potsdam, Canton, Ogdensburg, and Watertown. To submit an application, contact Akwesasne TV at (518) 333-5010 or jbowen-brewer@mohawk-networks.com....
The Te wá tha hón:ni Corporation, wholly owned by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, is a federally chartered tribal business corporation under Section 17 of the Indian Reorganization Act. The Corporation is regulated by the Federal Charter of Incorporation and the Board of Directors, composed of six (6) members of Tribal Council and three (3) additional members. The Corporation is a legal entity that protects and provides economic security by: § Segregating the Tribal governmental assets and liabilities from Tribal business assets and li...
The Akwesasne Toastmasters meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. The next meeting is: Wednesday, April 11, 2018 6:00pm-8:00pm At 891 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Human Resources akwesasnetoastmasters.com Find us on Facebook Everyone is welcome!...
An exciting opportunity is available for flexible, part-time intern positions with the Akwesasne Cultural Center, the Six Nations Indian Museum, and The Wild Center. We are taking applications for three unique internship positions – to start May 2018. Interns will have a primary base of employment at either the ACC (Akwesasne), Six Nations Indian Museum (SNIM) (Onchiota) or The Wild Center (TWC) in Tupper Lake with cross training in all three centers. The Akwesasne Cultural Center (ACC), Six Nations Indian Museum (SNIM), and The Wild Center (...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Weekly Activities: April 5th – Haircuts-10:00; Chair Yoga-10:00-11:00; Tree Tapping @ Tsiionkwanatiio-10:30; Healthier Living #3-12:30-3:00; Shopping-1:00; Powerful Tools for Caregivers #3-4:00-6:30; April 6th – Virtual Bowling-10:30; Visit to nursing home in Ogdensburg-12:30; Tetewatskahon/Green Food Bag deadline-2:00; April 9th – Go4Life-10:00-11:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; “Dying to Talk”-12:30; Total Control Platinum (TCP)-1:00-2:00; Bingo-1:00; April 10th – Chair Yoga-10:00;...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Election Board will be holding the annual Tribal caucus on Saturday, Onerahtohkó:wa/May 5, 2018. There are three positions open: one Tribal Chief, one Tribal Sub-Chief and one Tribal Clerk. The caucus begins at 10:00 a.m. sharp in the lobby of the Tribal Community Building when the floor will be opened for nominations for each respective position. All nominees are responsible for submitting their required documents and drug testing by the close of business on Wednesday, May 9th. The unofficial list of all nominees...
Battling esophagus cancer Friday, April 6, 2018 American Legion Post 1479 Luncheon at 11:00am Hot turkey sandwich, mac salad, beans, roll, dessert & drink $10 US/CAN Donated by Caring Hearts of Akwesasne Trivia starts at 7:00pm Rules: $100 per team, 4 players each Bonus: • Wear a shirt with a pink ribbon for cancer awareness-100 points • Wear a shirt with any amount of periwinkle (for esophagus cancer)-200points • Pay by Thursday at 6:00pm-100points Dance immediately following the trivia. Bobby Herne and the Country Rollers with Jake Adams...
Under the auspices of the Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs, Indian Time newspaper is seeking five (5) community representatives to sit on the Indian Time Board of Directors. To qualify for appointment to the Indian Time Board of Directors a person must: • Be a registered member of Akwesasne (southern or northern portion). • Have knowledge of Mohawk cultures and traditions. • Have good character, credibility and reputation in the Akwesasne community. • Not be convicted of an indictable offense in Canada or a felony in the United States within...
Letters of Administration on the estate of Thomas R. Hall, late of Akwesasne, NY have been requested by Kakwireiosta Hall. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by May 5, 2018. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....
The Aboriginal Rights and Research Office (ARRO) is continuing to host Tsikaristisere/Dundee Land Claim Discussion Sessions to gain community feedback and move forward with community comments, concerns and suggestions. We are also seeking feedback/consensus on the settlement proceeds and proposed benefits. The Sessions are for the membership of the Mohawks of Akwesasne only, so members can be updated and provide feedback on the Tsikaristisere/Dundee Land Claim. Other sessions will continue in the coming months. Onerahtokha/April Schedule...
Friday, April 6, 2018 - 12:10 PM - Offered for: Alfred Laffin, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Saturday, April 7, 2018 - 4:00 PM - Offered for: Dana Cook, Birthday Memorial Mass. Sunday, April 8 - 10:00 AM - SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER - Offered for: Ruth White, Birthday Memorial Mass. April 8-14, 2018 - FATHER JEROME ON EASTER SPIRITUAL RETREAT AKWESASNE KNIGHTS COUNCIL NO. 10423: The Akwesasne Knights Council is conducting a Membership drive. The goal is to increase our ranks and generate more active volunteerism within the community. The...
Monday, April 23 – Friday, April 27, 2018 Kawehnoke Recreation Center Preregistration and payment required. Dogs $150 Cats $80 Wellness $25 Canadian at Par Sign ups every Sat./Sun. 1:00PM-4:00PM at 1592 State Route 37. For more information: 518-333-0448 or www.akwesasneanimalsociety.org....
Letters of administration on the estate of Christopher P. Thompson, late of Akwesasne, NY have been requested by Connie Thompson. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by May 21, 2018. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....
Each year, Ontario Power Generation grants the John Wesley Beaver Memorial Award to one female and one male student of Indigenous ancestry in Ontario. These awards are valued at $3,000 for college students and $5,000 for university students studying in Ontario. The deadline for submissions is May 30, 2018. For awards criteria/application, please visit Student Awards at: Mypowercareer.com....
Saturday, April 7, 2018 All Saints Church 1340 Lancaster Ave., Syracuse NY 7:00pm Joanne, Diane and Joe Driscoll come together for a musical fundraiser for medical expenses. A tax deductible event. $20.00 suggested donation. Raffles and artwork will also be available. www.gofundme.com/joanneshenandoah...
The DEADLINE to order a Green Food Bag for the month of APRIL is Friday, APRIL 6th, 2018 by 3:00 pm. All you need to do is stop in at the Community Health Office at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io and pay $10.00 to place your order. It’s that simple! Please contact Carlee Oakes at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 with any questions....
