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“Canada is continuing genocide”
At the daphne art centre in Tiohtià:ke on Friday, those in the room and watching the live stream heard the judges from the Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal read out their verdict: the government of Canada has committed and continues to commit genocide against Indigenous Peoples.
Chiefs frustrated with Bill 1
Discussing Quebec’s proposed constitution, also known as Bill 1, was top of mind at the Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) chiefs’ assembly last week, held in Montreal over four days.
Study shows pattern of violence
The second phase of a study into obstetric violence towards Indigenous women in Quebec has seen almost 100 more individuals share their testimonies with researchers, with stories from more than 130 women demonstrating a pattern of abuse across the province.
Child injured in ATV accident
An accident at Matty’s Park Monday night has put the focus once more on ATV usage in Kahnawake - particularly by those operating them that are younger than the official minimum age of 16.
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May 7, 2026Major milestone for Kanatahkwèn:ke
Two weeks ago, the doors to Kahnawake’s major new cultural arts centre, Kanatahkwèn:ke, swung open. It was two students from Kahnawake Survival School who had come in hopes of getting a tour.
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May 7, 2026Johnson handed two-day suspension
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chief Jeremiah Johnson will be suspended without pay for two days from the Council table, following a formal complaint lodged against him by the rest of the Council more than a year ago.
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May 7, 2026Inflation benefit delayed
The one-time Inflationary Benefit Payment slated for this spring will be slightly delayed, the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) announced last week.
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May 7, 2026Quarry seeks injunction
The owners of JFK Quarry have commenced legal proceedings against the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK), filing an application with the Superior Court of Quebec for an injunction that would order the MCK not to stand in the way of its quarry restoration plan.
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May 7, 2026Another year of positive results for Caisse
Dividends are up once more for Caisse Desjardins Kahnawake members, meaning more money in the accounts of its over 6,000 members.
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May 7, 2026Trees being given away today
Whether you are trying to spruce up your environment or are pining for the perfect maple, the Kahnawake Environment Protection Office (KEPO) might have what you are looking for.
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May 7, 2026Montreal march honours Red Dress Day
Hundreds joined together at Cabot Square in Tiohtià:ke on May 5 to commemorate Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, with a march through the city’s streets.
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May 7, 2026Summit marks Red Dress Day
The Urban Indigenous Action Group National Summit for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+) provided a space for advocates, survivors, family members, and government representatives to come together to forge a path forward for change this week in Ottawa, an opportunity that left Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chief Melanie Morrison hopeful about steps forward in the fight for justice.
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May 7, 2026Carney accepts Sacred Bundle
In honour of the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ People (MMIWG2S+), prime minister Mark Carney received a Sacred Bundle from the National Family and Survivors Circle (NFSC), at a special ceremony in Ottawa attended by Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chief Melanie Morrison.
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May 7, 2026Hospital board seeks community reps
There are two spots opening up on the Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC) Board of Directors, with a call for nominations going out this week.
