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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May 21, 2026Positive news on maple program
After alarming lead levels were found in maple sap on the grounds of Kahnawake Survival School (KSS) this spring, an analysis of syrup produced at the school has suggested the product was safe to consume.
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May 21, 2026Bill aims to curb domestic violence
The Quebec government has proposed new legislation to permit disclosures of personal information to individuals who believe their intimate partner or ex-partner may pose a risk to their safety or that of their child.
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May 21, 2026Meet Dr. Ethan Lazare
After a big exam, many students like to take some time to do something fun - but not many get to do what community member Ethan Lazare got to do after each of his medical school examinations at the American University of the Caribbean (ACU).
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May 15, 2026JFK Quarry continues legal proceedings
While a provisional injunction to allow the JFK Quarry to immediately proceed with its restoration plan was refused last Thursday, legal proceedings for an interlocutory injunction are continuing at Quebec Superior Court, with the owners of JFK alleging that the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) has been delaying work for years despite previously agreeing to proceed with the plan.
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May 15, 2026Johnson addresses Senate Committee
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chief Jeremiah Johnson told a Standing Senate Committee this week that Kahnawake remains opposed to Bill S-2, which is currently being considered in the House of Commons.
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May 15, 2026Emergency housing made available
Community members facing emergencies like fire damage, eviction, or domestic violence, will now have access to three short-term emergency housing units in Kahnawake, the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) announced this week.
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May 15, 2026It’s a go for May Kahnawake Stop
May Kahnawake Stop returns next Friday, May 22, and while drivers might plan to be especially careful with their driving behaviours throughout the day, founder Timmy Norton wants the community to drive safely every day of the year.
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May 15, 2026Vehicle fire considered suspicious
A fire that completely engulfed a white pickup truck in flames early Wednesday morning is officially being investigated, confirmed Kyle Zachary, spokesperson for the Kahnawake Peacekeepers.
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May 15, 2026Commissioner comes to Kahnawake
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chiefs and community representatives had the chance to speak with representatives from Australia this week, who visited Kahnawake as part of a trip organized by Australia’s national human rights institution.
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May 14, 2026Learning lessons from the land
There is still time to register for the Kahnawake Environment Protection Office (KEPO) Lessons from the Land camp, with the final day to sign up teens aged 13-17 pushed back until May 23.
