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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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March 26, 2019Cook hopes executive degree inspires others
Kakwiranoron Cook is inspiring people in at least two nations, as he uses his Mohawk and Sioux heritage to push him to a new level.
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March 22, 2019Kanien'kéha word sparks fight
Ronald Phillips is still waiting for an apology from Howick Elementary. (Courtesy Ronald Phillips) Racism: the one word that can instantly cause trouble and spark a movement.
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March 20, 2019Mohawk Bridge Consortium loses appeal
Johnny Jacobs' case is officially closed and he is happy to move on. (Daniel J. Rowe The Eastern Door) The Quebec Court of Appeals sided with ironworker Johnny Jacobs in his case against the Mohawk Bridge Consortium, closing the controversial case.
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March 19, 2019Young family needs your love and support
Through the loving support of their friends and family, Lindsay Delaronde and Guy Louie Jr. are planning to beat cancer and come out stronger.
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March 16, 2019Montreal tourism to better reflect Native history
Donovan King has singlehandedly turned Montreal tourism on its side as he pushed for Indigenous recognition, like here, where he changed the face on a Montreal cab via Photoshop.
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March 14, 2019Suspicious fire destroys CrossFit, members rally to rebuild
Within the past year two fires have destroyed beloved organizations in Kanesatake. The blaze last Monday that left Kanehsatake CrossFit in ashes was devastating to those who used the gym and thought of it as a second home.
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March 12, 2019Battling complacency an issue on S-3 for council
Council continues to try to engage the community on the federal bill MCK feels is an existential threat to the community's membership.
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March 8, 2019Potholes, potholes everywhere! It's winter!
Kahnawake's crews ran out of cold asphalt and are working overtime to fill those nasty holes that pop up around town when the temperatures drop.
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March 6, 2019Kanehsatà:ke Radio moves forward with plans
Sylvain “Syd” Gaspé said the main mission of the RKR project is to promote the language and culture. (Natalia Fedosieieva The Eastern Door)
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March 1, 2019McComber wins by-election, takes seat at table
Frank "Fafa" McComber took his seat at the council table Monday after winning Saturday's election. It is the first time McComber threw his hat in the ring to stand for election, as the JFK Quarry owner replaces Lloyd Phillips who resigned his seat at the beginning of February.
