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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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August 29, 2025Former land manager under investigation
The former Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) land manager, who has positioned herself as the candidate of ethics and transparency in the stalled MCK elections, has come under fire after an anonymous letter detailed allegations that she abused her office for personal gain.
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August 29, 2025Additions made to code of conduct
A new proposed code of conduct for Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chiefs includes major additions and changes, including a formal dress code, tighter rules about social media use, and stricter prohibitions regarding conflicts of interest.
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August 29, 2025Staff prepare for return to school
Kahnawake Education Center (KEC) staff took a turn in the student seat as part of their back to school preparations, taking part in a series of workshops focused on understanding more about cultural teachings as well as what it’s like to be a learner.
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August 29, 2025New info at meeting
Updates were aplenty at this week’s community meeting, with new information about upcoming additions to Client Based Services, external government relations, and potential tolls among the news shared.
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August 29, 2025Council asserts sovereignty
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) grand chief Cody Diabo said that a meeting this week with Quebec’s minister of justice was “very disturbing,” adding that proposals for the province to develop its own constitution could undermine the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed with Kahnawake last winter.
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August 29, 2025Calls for ABC board
One community member has been elected by acclamation to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Board (ABC), leaving six seats still vacant that will be open for nominations until Saturday, September 6.
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August 29, 2025Phillips to fill new role with Council
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) announced on Wednesday that commissioner of public safety Lloyd Phillips will be returning to the political side of council, as he was named the new chief political advisor to the Council of chiefs.
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August 29, 2025Bill 97 faces backlash
Quebec’s proposed Bill 97, which would see complete reform of how forests are managed, has ignited a wave of opposition from First Nations leaders, environmental advocates, and community groups.
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August 29, 2025Governance questions headed for Federal Court
The law firm Dionne Schulze has filed a notice of application seeking clarity from the Federal Court on urgent issues stemming from the abrupt cancellation of the Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) elections.
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August 29, 2025Purple Ribbon Walk a step towards healing
On the evening of August 23, community members in Kahnawake gathered once again to walk with purpose, emotion, and solidarity during the 2025 Purple Ribbon Walk.
