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After 40 years, Albany declares Kahnawake day
Forty years ago, some of Kahnawake’s finest took a rag-tag group of around 75 paddlers under their wing, guiding them through a paddling journey re-enacting the route to Albany that would’ve been used as part of the historic fur trade.
Powwow back for 34th edition
After more than three decades of dancing, drumming, and fun in the summer sun, the enthusiasm for the Echoes of a Proud Nation Pow-wow is not slowing down.
Work continues on Old Chateauguay Road
The OCR Phase II project to finish replacing the water and sewer systems on the Old Chateauguay Road (OCR) is on schedule, with the underground infrastructure on the stretch by the OCR Gaz Bar set to be completed by early next week.
Quebec more stringent with tax exemptions
At the end of June, Heidi Diabo was trying to purchase a door at the CANAC hardware store in Beauharnois, when she was left rattled by an interaction with an employee she felt was the result of her being visibly Indigenous.
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May 19, 2022Kahnawake Survival School walks out against Bill 96
Students and staff at Kahnawake Survival School were joined by hundreds of community members last week in walking out against Bill 96, a far-reaching French language bill on the verge of becoming Quebec law. -
May 18, 2022Crime victims’ support a priority
As it stands now, Kahnawake does not have any resources available specifically to support victims of crime and provide important education.
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May 17, 2022Council chief attends impact conference
Courtesy Morgan Phillips Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chief Ross Montour attended the annual International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA)
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May 13, 2022Kahnawake leads against Bill 96
Courtesy AFNQL Quebec continues to refuse to make exceptions for Indigenous nations concerning Bill 96, even as Kahnawake and other Indigenous community leaders warn the province of the harm the legislation would pose to Indigenous youth and culture.
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May 10, 2022Culture more than a political priority
hen the current Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chiefs announced three core priorities to serve as their north star through the remainder of the term, language and cultural revitalization was at the very top of the list. -
May 9, 2022Last-minute community meeting irks locals
“The meeting was all over the place. There was a lot of commotion. There were a lot of arguments. People talking over each other.
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May 6, 2022Kanien’kéha language program transfers to Kanesatake
The Kanien’kéha Adult Immersion Program in Kanesatake is collaborating with McGill University to instruct and certify 10 Indigenous language teachers in Kanesatake. -
May 5, 2022
Beading for veterans
For the past two and a half years, community member Terri Thomas has been gifting beaded poppies to the families of fallen local veterans.
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May 4, 2022Compost participation sputtering
Courtesy Kahnawake Waste Management Department The organic collection program launched by Kahnawake’s Waste Management Department is flourishing according to many metrics - impressive in nearly every way, perhaps, except the participation rate.
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May 3, 2022New homes for endangered birds
Courtesy Kahnawake Environment Protection Office The Kahnawake Environment Protection Office (KEPO) is installing 10 nest boxes in a bid to provide more nesting areas for the endangered eastern bluebird.
