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(June 27, 2016) OTTAWA - Labour negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) continue. Talks have been ongoing since late 2015, and the parties are now in the final stretch. No legal work disruption can occur until July 2, 2016. Details of the offers are highlighted in the background section below. While there is still time to reach new agreements, a legal work disruption could occur as early as July 2, 2016. We understand the impact a work disruption would have on customers and are therefore doing...
On Wednesday, June 22, 2016, the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education honored individuals involved in language preservation. This event was held at Kana:takon School in the gymnasium. The gymnasium was decorated with sunflower artwork created by students and tables were accented with sunflower centerpieces. Teachers, parents and community members in attendance were also treated to a chicken BBQ catered by Darius White. Twelve teachers were honored for their commitment to the Kanien'keha languag...
Ottawa, June 22, 2016 - The federal government must appoint a special representative to find solutions to address border crossing challenges for First Nations communities that straddle Canada and the United States or that are close to the border, the Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples said in a report released Wednesday. The report, Border Crossing Issues and the Jay Treaty, outlines possible solutions to long-standing irritants many First Nations people face. For many members of cross-border First Nations communities, travel into Canada...
By Tony David, Program Manager, SRMT Water Resources On June 23rd, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s application to decommission and remove the Hogansburg Dam. The gradual lowering of the project impoundment (or pond) began this week. The work to physically remove the dam will begin on Monday, July 18. Community members should be aware of hazards near the dam and changing river conditions in the pond and upstream areas. The dam removal project includes removing all the spillway and s...
On Friday, June 24, 2016, more than 200 people attended the 2016 graduation ceremony at the Salmon River Arena, where 102 students received their diplomas. The students, their families and friends were all smiles as the school paid tribute to the hard work and accomplishments of their graduating students. An ensemble of Junior/Senior high band students and community members performed Pomp and Circumstance for the students as they walked into the arena and onto the stage. The senior choir opened...
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More than 1,000 people packed into the Massena Arena on June 25 to watch the Massena High School Class of 2016 commencement, which included 31 Native American grads. Aimee J. Brown and Andrew R. Lazore received honors diplomas. Regents diplomas went to Alexandra Sage Herne, Arika J. Brown, Aryanna N. Jacobs, Aspen R. Oakes, Brenna A. Burns-Barnes, Corine P. Francis, Emily S. King, Eric M. Delormier, Falan D. Francis, Jocelyn R. Gotham, Kahsenniothsa S. Jacobs, Kaitlyn E. Northrup, Kendrick J....
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MASSENA – Mrs. Christina M. Boardman, 52, of 28 Pine Street, Massena, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 22, 2016, at her home. Christina was born March 18, 1964 in Plattsburgh, the daughter of Kenneth Tarbell and Frances Bishop and was raised by her stepfather, Ernest Gushlaw. She attended Beekmantown School District and graduated from Peru Central. She attended Clinton Community College graduating with a Liberal Arts Degree and also was able to maintain a 4.0 GPA. In 1992, s...
AKWESASNE – Mr. Allan J. Gorrow, 83, of 1621 State Highway 37, peacefully passed away Saturday morning, June 25, 2016 at his home. Allan was born October 25, 1932 in Bombay, the son of the late Albert and Iva McClatchie Gorrow. He attended Mohawk School as well as Bombay and Massena High Schools. A marriage to Yvonne Jock ended in divorce. He later married Grace Diabo Albany; she predeceased him on August 26, 2001. Allan was an ironworker with Local #440 for many years, taking him as far west a...
AKWESASNE – Ms. Joanne M. Francis, 59, of 28 Francis Lane, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016. Joanne was born November 20, 1956 in Massena, NY, the daughter of Richard and Marita (Sawatis) Francis. She is the oldest of 4 children. She attended St. Regis Mohawk School and graduated from General Vanier in Cornwall, ONT. She then went to St. Lawrence College for Nursing. Her nursing career took her to Texas for a short time. At age 20, Joanne was in a serious car accident that had left...
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of St. Lawrence County's Master Gardener Volunteers invited local schools to participate in a Barn Quilt contest in early March of this year. Winners of the contest are to have their design painted and displayed on the main barn of the Learning Farm in Canton and receive a $25 gift card to the St. Lawrence University bookstore. CCE of St. Lawrence County functions as part of a larger state and national land-grant system that extends research based information...
Kanata:kon School students in grades 4 and 5 were treated to Water Fun Day on Tuesday, June 19, 2016, as part of the end-of-the-school-year activities. Students made water balloons, ran through sprinklers and played on a wooden pirate ship playground. Students also had to opportunity to watch and interact with Aaron and Pudgie King's farm animals, which include pigs, horses, cows and chickens. Ida Oakes was surprised to find the students outside of her house that morning. She said she heard...
Cornwall, ON – The Cornwall Community Police Service would like to advise the residents of our community of the upcoming traffic detours as a result of the Canada Day celebrations (July 1st, 2016). These detours are necessary in order to ensure the safety of the pedestrians attending and leaving the event. These detours will reduce the interaction between vehicles and pedestrians and therefore reduce the risk or injuries to anyone. Several police officers will assist in redirecting traffic in order to improve the flow of traffic at the end o...
Akwesasne, NY - The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Election Board has certified the results from the June 4, 2016 election for the positions of Chief, Sub-Chief, Chief Judge and Traffic Court Judge #1. Following the election, the Election Board received four separate appeals. In accordance with Tribal Council Resolution 2013-21, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Election and Referendum Ordinance, the Election Board conducted hearings giving the appellants the opportunity to address and present evidence regarding their appeals. Three of the appeals were pr...
June 25, 2016 - Are you the fastest thing on two feet on your Rez or city? Are you simply interested in participating in a health and wellness event? Or maybe just have some fun and learn about CBD? Join NATIVE RELEAF at the MOHAWK INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY (313 Frogtown Road, Hogansburg, NY 13655, Akwesasne Mohawk Territory) on Saturday, August 13th, 2016 from NOON to 5:00PM or when finished (rain or shine) for the 2016 WORLD’S FASTEST NATIVE AMERICAN & PALEFACE CONTEST. Admission is $10.00 and includes entry into both contests. Each additional c...
The following passages are excerpts from two residential school stories that were shared on National Aboriginal Day, Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at St. Knox Church in Cornwall, Ontario. The Cornwall Interfaith Partnership with help from their Indigenous Representative Beverly Pyke sponsored the programming titled, “A Residential School Story.” The local Cornwall community as well as some Akwesasronon were in attendance. Read by Beverly Pyke: Akwesasne Mohawks Expelled from the Mush Hole and Other Bad Memories By Doug George-Kanentiio “I was a studen...
On May 1, 1990, the then Principal of the St. Regis Mohawk School, William "Buster" Mitchell, dedicated an adjacent forested property as The Children's Forest. Today, on that property stands the newest wing of the St. Regis Mohawk Elementary School. On Friday, June 24, 2016, a ribbon cutting ceremony took place at 10am for the new addition. Principal Thomas welcomed everyone to the ceremony. Sunny Thompson-Garrow, student, was then welcomed to the podium. In a speech she highlighted the St....
Akwesasne, NY - Environmental injustice is widespread throughout Indian Country. Within the U.S., there are 1,322 Superfund sites; 532 of these impact tribal territories. Akwesasne, the Saint Regis Mohawk Reservation, is affected by sixty years of persistent pollutants from two superfund sites and one area of serious concern that is permanently endangering our community, our way of life and our culture. During a Congressional Roundtable discussion organized by Democratic Congressman Raul Ruiz...
Koala Place Child and Youth Advocacy Centre held their Annual General Meeting on June 23rd 2016. Koala Place ensures a highly confidential environment and provides children, youth and the non-offending family members a safe and neutral setting to disclose their stories. Partner organizations such as Police Services, Child Protection Services, Medical Services, Mental Health Professionals, Health Services, Prosecution and Victim Services collaborate to provide expert, integrated and wrap-around...
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By Jennifer Herne, LVT Grooming is about more than just making your pet look pretty. You are also tackling potential health problems at the same time. Grooming is an intricate, time consuming job. First let's start with the basics. Taking your dog to the groomers can be scary for you and for your dog. We recommend you start taking your puppy to groomers. It can be as simple as a visit to say hello, no grooming required just yet. You can visit often and your groomer can discuss with you the...
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