The Pines Reporter
Caretaker chief’s presence questioned
Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) caretaker council member Brant Etienne attended the annual general assembly of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) last week, but some Kanehsata’kehró:non have criticized his presence and participation at the meeting.
Funds to fight crime not for Kanesatake
A federal-provincial action plan to target the growth of organized crime exploiting Indigenous communities in Quebec does not include direct funding to Kanesatake, according to the Ministry of Internal Security, while funding for Kanesatake’s community security stays in limbo.
Death at Oka Park
A man drowned Sunday afternoon while swimming in Oka Park, despite rescue efforts by bystanders.
Council announces aid for septic upgrades
More than $3.2 million in funding towards a “first wave” of septic system upgrades for Kanehsata’kehró:non was announced by the Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) on July 23.
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July 23, 2026One bucket at a time
As wildfire evacuees from Namaygoosisagagun First Nations begin rebuilding after losing nearly everything, relief organizations stress that financial donations remain the most effective way to help.
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July 23, 2026Nelson helps bring Ring Pops dek hockey glory
Tewehshon Nelson has added another sport to her repertoire, and she is already making a name for herself by winning the provincial dek hockey tournament.
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July 16, 2026Reflections of July 11
On the eve of July 11, 1990, Myrna Gabriel remembers celebrating two birthdays with cakes, barbeque, and sitting around the fire telling stories with her friends at the barricades.
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July 16, 2026Funds to combat crime announced
Federal Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree announced $2 million in funding towards fighting organized crime in Indigenous communities across Quebec.
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July 16, 2026Drone scans for flood prevention project
Ratihontsanonhstats Kanesatake Environment conducted an aerial scan of the shoreline and waterfront properties in Kanesatake last week for an ongoing project to erect natural flood barriers on the territory.
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July 16, 2026Summer interns at work
When Lucas Arana first started as a summer intern at Reviving Kanehsatà:ke Radio (RKR) 101.7 FM, he felt too shy to speak with sales clients at meetings.
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July 16, 2026Does Kanesatake need a new school?
The education center is recruiting four Kanehsata’kehró:non for a school feasibility study to help determine Kanesatake’s educational goals and a school building that would meet those goals.
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July 16, 2026Warriors take home top spots at provincials
The Kanehsatake Warriors U9 and U13 teams won the 2026 Quebec Lacrosse Federation Box Lacrosse provincial tournament in Chambly this past weekend, with the U11 and U15 teams finishing in fourth place.
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July 16, 2026Local gifts 10 gym memberships
Last week, Raymond Mallette donated $7,000 to the Kanehsatake Community Fitness center for 10 Kanehsata’kehró:non to get a 12-month gym membership and a one-on-one training session with a fitness coach.
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July 9, 2026KPS to get federal funds again
The federal government has agreed to extend funding for the Kanesatake Perimeter Security (KPS) team for a few more months, according to Quebec vice-premier Ian Lafrenière.
