News
Steps forward on land back
The Canadian government has announced $1.2 million in funding to remediate the Old Radar Site that straddles St. Remi and St. Isidore, a 162-acre parcel of land that is being returned to Kahnawake, a milestone for the community years in the making.
Greening project construction starting in August
Work on the new greenspace in Kahnawake is finally set to begin later this summer, bringing to fruition a project more than a decade in the making.
Standing against Canada Day
As the rain poured in downtown Montreal on Canada Day this year, Katsi’tsakwas Ellen Gabriel had one message to share loud and clear: standing together as Indigenous people and allies is the way towards progress.
Major Mercier Bridge closure starts July 17
Work by the Quebec transport ministry (MTMD) on the Mercier Bridge will be taking place during the two-week construction holiday period, causing a complete closure of the Kahnawake-bound side of the bridge.
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June 2, 2017Canadian parliament hears address in Kanien’kéha
Montreal MP Marc Miller was motivated to make Mohawk heard to launch National Aboriginal History Month yesterday, as he delivered an address entirely in Kanien’kéha in parliament.
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May 31, 2017Dredging the water and creating flow
It’s a plan years in the making, and it’s one that the Kahnawake Environmental Protection Office (KEPO) is keen to see completed, so Recreation Bay is transformed and can be used by more community members wanting to enjoy the water.
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May 30, 2017After delay, new roof for Step by Step underway
Construction of the new roof began last week, and will finish in July or August. (Daniel J. Rowe, The Eastern Door)
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May 26, 2017Interfaith group seeks to aid reconciliation
Kenneth Deer fielded questions from attendees representing religious groups across Montreal eager to apply lessons drawn from the UNDRIP. (Daniel J.
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May 26, 2017Residency law given mandate
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake chief Rhonda Kirby discussed the purpose and scope of the proposed residency law at Tuesday’s Community Decision-Making Process hearing.
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May 23, 2017Texan ashes tell Kahnawake story of generations
Carl holds his son Richard, whose ashes returned to the community of his grandmother recently. (Courtesy Carl Morris) Mid-March, during the snowstorm that sent students and workers alike home, Brian Goodleaf went to check the mail.
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May 22, 2017Creator’s game will be showcased for 150th
Survival School hosted traditional lacrosse contests to kick off the school year for the past couple of years with laxers applying their trade with the traditional wooden sticks, and shot for a pole rather than a net.
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May 19, 2017Recycling Depot demolished along with history
The material from Friday’s demolition of the decommissioned Recycling Depot will be sorted and recycled, while the site will be filled with stone.
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May 19, 2017A pair of Mikinaks attempt fraudulent purchases
In two days, PKs intercepted two separate purchases by individuals using Mikinak cards to skirt tax obligations. (Daniel J. Rowe, The Eastern Door)
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May 17, 2017Poker Palace offers classy place to play and eat
Stanley Myiow's plan was always to come back bigger and better, and with Poker Palace, a more modern poker house with an upscale restaurant, he's accomplished his goal.
