The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is reminding the community that as of January 23, 2015, community members’ fines for Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) car seizures at any CBSA port are no longer paid for by MCA.

Since September of 2009, MCA has paid the $1000 and up fines for Akwesasne community members who had their vehicle seized for the first time by CBSA.

On December 9, 2014, Council passed MCR 2014/2015 - #271 stating that these penalties will no longer be paid by MCA as of 45 days of the MCR date.

Community members travelling through the CBSA port after January 23, 2015 are now responsible for any fines incurred.

If you have any questions related to CBSA vehicle seizures please contact MCA’s Community Advocate Wesley Benedict at 613-575-2250 Ext. 1031.