The Pines Reporter
Mature trees cut near power lines
Community members were incensed to learn that planned maintenance around power lines in the so-called “ecological gift” area of the Pines resulted in the felling of mature pine trees, with leaders suggesting changes are needed to Hydro Quebec’s communications protocol.
Urbanization plan sparks controversy
The adoption of an urbanization plan passed by Oka Council earlier this month was merely a formality, according to the city’s mayor, but it set off a firestorm online after an unsigned letter circulated in the Village area suggested it had sealed a housing development at the edge of the Pines.
Golden Star accused of violating court order
Barry Bonspille, owner of the Golden Star cannabis dispensary, has pleaded not guilty to contempt of court following allegations that he repeatedly violated the safeguard order banning work filling in the shores of the Lake of Two Mountains.
Students say shé:kon to the future
More than 150 family members, community members, elders, and language learners gathered to celebrate and honour the graduating cohort of the Ratiwennenhá:wi Kanien’kéha language immersion program over the weekend.
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May 14, 2026Minister challenged on lack of action
A summary of pleas from Kanehsata’kehró:non desperate for support was read out at the National Assembly this week as the provincial government was questioned for its sluggishness in confronting the organized crime running roughshod over Indigenous communities like Kanesatake.
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May 14, 2026
Council update on federal court case
The Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) caretaker council signaled it is open to discussing an alternative pathway to a local election, while no hearing has been booked yet for the federal court case regarding Kanesatake’s election process.
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May 14, 2026Warriors kick off competition
The Kanehsatake Warriors played their first competitive games this week, putting to the test whether weekly training sessions during the postseason paid off.
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May 14, 2026Eagles come back after loss
After a loss to start the Kanehsatake Eagles’ first competitive season in 30 years, the team enjoyed a breakthrough weekend, bouncing back to earn a dominant victory in their second game.
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May 14, 2026Strike for the elders!
The elders biweekly social circle is in full motion, with elders going on their first official outing, a bowling trip.
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May 14, 2026High school bucket drive raises a ton of cash
A two-day bucket drive for Ratihén:te High School graduates gained almost $12,000, surpassing the school’s goal to raise about $20,000 for senior graduates.
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May 7, 2026
Council attends Iroquois Caucus
In meetings with federal ministers at the Iroquois Caucus in Ottawa this week, Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) caretaker council member Brant Etienne is urging the government to work with the council on security needs in Kanesatake.
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May 7, 2026Give a seed, take a seed
Free heirloom seeds for Kanehsata’kehró:non were offered at the Kanesatake Health Center this past weekend in an effort to keep Indigenous seeds alive and increase food sovereignty efforts in the community.
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May 7, 2026Shots fired at home in Kanesatake
No suspects or vehicles are currently in sight after gun shots were fired at a home in Kanesatake earlier this week, according to the Surete du Quebec (SQ).
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May 7, 2026Eagles make a strong comeback
After never having practiced as a whole team together, the Kanehsatake Eagles won two pre-season box lacrosse games this past weekend, including a win against the Kahnawake Sturgeon Bellies. The Eagles had not faced a team from Kahnawake for about 30 years.
