Volume 5 Issue 2 SPECIAL EDITION ISSUE Enniska / February 2015 MCA Extends Appreciation to First Responders n light of recent com- Imunity tragedies, the Mohawk Council of Ak- wesasne would like to ex- tend its sincere apprecia- and community members tion to all first responders assistance for days on who selflessly gave their inend a search under for oppressive missing snowmobilersweather conditions, and later first commitment, dedica- to battle a house fire. The was and is displayed by tion, and selflessness that women is honorable and instrumentalfirst responding to ourmen com and-

Niawenko:wa to the Ho- gansburg-Akwesasnemunity. Vol- First responders serve an important role in the community. MCA is proud to have many members of the Hogansburg- Volunteer Fire Department on staff, along with police officers and ambulance personnel (EMTs). These employee were honored unteer Fire Department at an MCA Spirit Awards Ceremony in their honor last year. (Photo) also led the search effort who battled the fire and of the community who offered their assis- to the assisting agencies, including the Fort tance Thank by you joining as well the to search the countless on their members personal for the snowmobilers. Also niawenko:wa snowmobiles, cook- - ing food for the large Covington Fire and EMS, Bombay Fire and search party, or assist- EMS, Franklin County Dispatch and Emer ing during either trag- Table of Contents gency Services Office, Franklin County Car 2 Special Edition Introduction from the Grand Chief...... Page 3 and 14, St. Regis Mohawk Police, Parishville You are all appreciat- Temporary Toll Plaza Detour and Ambulance Route...... Page 5 Fire and Rescue, Lisbon Fire and Rescue,- edy in any way. Mohawk Council Resolutions...... Page 6 Potsdam Fire, Massena Fire, St. Lawrence - Council Meeting Roundtable Reports...... Page 8 ed, niawenko:wa. Tsikaristisere/Dundee Land Claim Report...... Page 14 CanadianCounty Cars Coast 26 Guardand 27, Auxiliary, the Surete and Du the Que Ak- thies to the families Requiring Renewal of Old OHIP Cards...... Page 17 bec, Roger Lalonde - former member of the- Our deepest sympa Department of Tehotiiennawakon Report...... Page 20 Justice Department Law Development Report...... Page 24 wesasne Mohawk Police and Akwesasne Mo who have lost loved Online Voting Underway for “Couples Property Law”...... Page 29 hawk Ambulance Unit. ones. Preventative Home Maintenance...... Page 36 MCA Youth Employee Profile: Abraham Francis...... Page 43 MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE Wat’kwanonweraton/Greetings Special Edition Introduction From the Grand Chief She:kon, Grand Chief She:kon, Michael Kanentakeron Mitchell It’s my pleasure to introduce this month’s issue of In recent months, our community has experienced a great amount of tragedy and mourn- Kana:takon District Onkwe’ta:ke―the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s com- ing. This hardship period began in December and has affected community members, staff and Chief Larry King Chief Florence Phillips munity newsletter. I hope everyone is in good spirits and chiefs. Unfortunately, these tragedies have also impacted Council’s dialogue with the commu- has done their best to maintain their health and stay Chief Julie Phillips-Jacobs nity as we have cancelled several meetings out of respect for mourning and funeral services. Chief Steve Thomas warm during these long, cold winter months. Eventually While community members are understanding of the need to offer this respect and recognize Kawehno:ke District the warmth will return. According to Shubenacadie Sam― grieving periods, Council also realizes the importance of keeping a continuous flow of informa- Chief Abram Benedict Nova Scotia’s famous groundhog and Punxsutawney Phil― tion to the community. Therefore, we are offering this special edition of Onkwe’ta:ke that con- Chief Brian David Pennsylvania’s famous groundhog, who each saw their Chief JoAnne Jocko tains several pages of program and initiative updates that would normally be reserved for shadow on Groundhog Day, there will be six more weeks of Chief Louise Thompson General Meeting discussions. Staff and Council met to determine what type of information and winter. But, if you prefer to follow the weather prediction Tsi Snaihne District updates were most needed in the community regarding current affairs and projects, and we Chief April Adams-Phillips made by Warton Willie―the famous groundhog from On- hope that we have compiled a broad range of topics that will bring all Onkwe’ta:ke readers up Chief Joe Lazore tario who didn’t see his shadow, it will be a short winter. I to date. Chief Karen Loran prefer to think positively and hope it’ll be over sooner than Chief William Sunday later. Here’s a quote by Doug Larson that sums it all up: Please review these reports and if you have questions or wish to have discussion, please attend Administration “Spring is when you feel like whistling, even with a shoe full of slush.” our next General Meeting, which is scheduled for March 12, 2015 at the Snye Recreation Center, Sheree Bonaparte starting at 6:30 p.m. Many updates will be provided verbally at the meeting and community On a more serious note, the personnel of MCA’s Administration 2 Building have now been relocated into Executive Director members are encouraged to participate in the meeting discussions. two separate buildings at the G&L Complex, located at 29 and 33 Third Street in Kana:takon. Business for Jay Benedict Director, the most part has carried on as usual with only minor disruptions, when packing took place, and again We wish to extend our sincere condolences and good thoughts to all those affected by our community’s recent tragedies. Technical Services when the physical move was completed. Council, as well as the staff of Mohawk Government, the Commu- Sincerely, Joyce King nications Unit, and ARRO can be contacted through our receptionist at 33 Third Street or by calling 613- Director, 575-2348. Applications for residency letters will also now be accepted at this location. Grand Chief Mike Kanentakeron Mitchell Justice Department Heather Phillips This issue of Onkwe’ta:ke contains the following features that may of interest to you: MCA’s Admin 2 Staff Relocated to New Offices Director, ✼ Ontario Requirement for Health Card Renewals of Red+White OHIP Cards Housing Department ✼ Information on Council Member’s Salaries Open House Scheduled for March 9th Robyn Mitchell ✼ Online Voting is Underway for Couples Property Law he Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would Director, ✼ Traffic Changes in Cornwall Due to Bridge Demolition like to inform the community that all em- Community & Social Services office buildings at 29 Third (River) Street the new offices. ✼ Hunting on Other Territory - and 33 Third (River) Street. This is the same April White ✼ January Report from Department of Technical Services - Director, ployees of Mohawk Government, Aboriginal street as the now-closed Admin 2 Building. If you have any questions regarding the re ✼ Preventative Home Maintenance please do not hesitate to contact Mohawk Department of Health Rights and Research Office (ARRO), the Com The ARRO staff are now located at the DTS location of the Admin #2 building offices,

Dr. Barry Montour My own monthly activities and updates are also included within this issue, as usual. I am pleased to provide munications Unit and Council (chiefs) are Maintenance Building on Sweetgrass Lane - Director, this information to the community each month, even if it’s just to keep you in the loop on the issues and T An open house will be held on Monday, March Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board now in their new locations in the village of past the police station and health facility. Government Manager Wilfred Jamie Bay, of Education topics I’ve been busy addressing―whether they are district issues, portfolio issues, or community issues. In Kana:takon. Communications Manager Shannon Round this way, I hope you will feel more prepared to ask questions related to these topics at District Meetings support staff, the Communications Unit, and Jerry Swamp Council Chiefs, the Mohawk Government 9, 2015 from 10 to 3. Community members point or ARRO Manager Cactus Cook Sunday Chief of Police, and General Meetings, and feel secure to raise any new issues or concerns with me or any other Council staff and chiefs, and become familiar with are invited to visit the three buildings, meet at 613-575-2348. Akwesasne Mohawk Police Ser- member at any time. vice ARRO manager are now stationed at two G&L James Ransom In closing, I encourage you to read through this issue of Onkwe’ta:ke to maintain awareness of Council Director, and MCA’s activities. Together as a community we patiently await the coming of Spring so we can get back MCA Housing Department Extends Hours Tehotiiennawakon outside and enjoy outdoor activities, including get-togethers and celebrations. extended hours in order to increase their Onkwe’ta:ke (For the People) – Housing Department will be extending their Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Skennen, monthly community newsletter is The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s If you have any questions, please contact the published by the Communications Unit. For more information or to Abram Benedict, Kawehno:ke District Chief availability to community members. Staff Housing Department at 613-575-2250 or provide feedback, email staff at: hours past 5 p.m. for two nights in the month will be available to answer any questions or visit them at Admin 4, located at the corner [email protected], call (613) 575-2348 Ext. 2210, or of March. On March 9, 2015 and March 23, discuss the various housing programs and of 1st Street and Hilltop Drive in Kana:takon visit our Facebook page. 2015, housing offices will be open until 7 p.m. services that are offered. (St. Regis). Page 2 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 FebruaryThe Housing 2015 Department is hosting these ONKWE’TA:KE Page 3 MCA General Election and Nomination Dates Temporary Toll Plaza Detour and Ambulance Route

the territory of Akwesasne for 1-year im- Begins Monday, March 9TH The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne will be ter themselves to vote by contacting Leona at the time of the election, have resided in Ambulance Procedure South Bound (To Cornwall Island) conducting its scheduled General Election Benedict,NOTE: In Chiefprevious Electoral years, Officer voters at were the phone auto- a registered member of the Mohawk of Ak- this June for the positions of 1 Grand Chief number(s)matically added below. to the Voters List based on mediately prior to the General Election, be The bridge demolition project underway in Nominationsand 12 District will Chiefs. take place on age and address but that process is no longer for the position by at least two persons who Cornwall will require a change to traffic flow followed. Voters must be added to the Voters wesasne, be an Onkwehonwe, be nominated at the toll booth/Customs plaza area. - May 23, 2015-. List. Please ensure you are registered and eli- - gible to vote prior to the May 23rd nomination Times and locations will be announced in the are eligible to vote, and not be a C.E.O., D.E.O., stationAs of 3 p.m.that onis immediately Monday, March east 9, of 2015, the pres traf- date. month of May. All candidates must be nomi U.S.P., or Appointed Observer as contemplat fic will be directed to a temporary toll plaza mustnated be by nominated at least 2 community by residents members of their who dis- ed in the Election Law. are eligible to vote for them. District chiefs ent toll booth. This detour is expected to last - If you have any questions please contact the 4-5 weeks. To be eligible to vote, you must be 18 years In the case of an emergency, staff from MCA, trict. - MCA Justice Department at 613-575-2250, of age at the time of voting, reside in the dis - ber of the Mohawks of Akwesasne, and be or Leona Benedict, Chief Electoral Officer, - trict you are voting in, be a registered mem - - The General Election will take place on June at 613-575-2250 x2406 or 613-551-1622 the Seaway International Bridge Corpora 27, 2015. Only Mohawk Council of Akwe (cell), or by email at leona.benedict@akwe tion (toll booth personnel) and Cus prior to the election date will be permitted Onkwehonwe. for the lines of communication and redirec- sasne members who are on the Voters List- sasne.ca. toms have been given detailed instructions To be eligible for the Grand Chief or District vote. Community members must regis tion of traffic that will occur to accommodate Chief positions, you must be 18 years of age ambulances. Eligibility Guidelines for the 2015 General Election Ambulance Procedure North Bound (To Cornwall) - In the instance of an ambulance travelling- to inform the community of the eligibility - northbound (to Cornwall), the oncoming The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne wishes (a) have attained the age of eighteen (18)- Grand Chief at the time of his/her nomina (southbound) traffic lane will be temporar

years; - tion must reside in the Territory of Akwe ily blocked to traffic to allow the ambulance forguidelines the positions of voters of Grand and candidatesChief and District for all (b) have resided in the territory of Akwe sasne. willto pass physically through stand the at toll the (in site the of «opposite»the ambu- MCA elections. The next General Election sasne for one (1) year immediately pre - 8. (4) Any candidate who is elected and lane). If necessary, Canada Customs staff ceding the date of General Election; - hawks of Akwesasne, who holds a Permit or License issued by Chiefs is scheduled for June 27, 2015. The (c) be a registered member of the Mo lance route to direct traffic out of the way if the Licensing Commission shall temporarily- the instance of a southbound ambulance, the following is pursuant to the Akwesasne Elec there is congestion in the Customs lineup. In surrender the said Permit or License to the- tionSECTION Law 2005/2006-192. 7 ELIGIBILITY OF VOTERS (d) be an Onkwehonwe; Licensing Commission with the understand (e) be nominated for that position by at southbound traffic will be flushed through must: ing that said Permit or License shall be rein least two (2) persons eligible to vote for 7. (1) A person who at the time of voting - stated when the elected candidate’s term of the toll booth until the ambulance arrives that person; and - office expires. and the ambulance will be given a clear path - (a) have attained eighteen years of age; (f) not be a C.E.O, D.E.O, U.S.P. or Ap to pass through. tion,If you or have if you any would questions like to regarding obtain a thecopy Mo of (b) be a resident in the district where pointed Observer as contemplated in this help ensure the fastest and safest passage - hawk Council of Akwesasne’s General Elec they are voting; Election Law. Please be mindful of these traffic changes to (c) be a registered member of the Mo Failure to meet any of the above criteria will the Akwesasne Election Law, please contact hawks of Akwesasne; render the candidate ineligible. for ambulances. - - the Akwesasne Justice Department at (613) (d) be an Onkwehonwe. 575-2250 ext. 2400. 7. (2) The C.E.O. (CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFI 8. (2) Any candidate for the position of Dis CER)SECTION shall 8not ELIGIBILITY be eligible to OF vote. CANDIDATES trict Chief, at the time of his/her nomination, must reside in the district for which he/she Grand Chief or District Chief must: has been nominated. 8. (1) Any candidate for the position of 8. (3) Any candidate for the position of

Page 4 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 5 AANDC New Year Agreement was passed Mohawk Council Resolutions (MCRs) Thomas, Seconded by Chief Adams- Agreement for the Diabetes; Moved by Phillips; For – 8, Seconded – 0 CARRIED Chief Jocko, Chief Thomas; For – 8, Against at Kanonhkwatsheri:io Turtle Room on – 0 CARRIED February 6, 2015. CARRIED Tsiothohrha - Enniska / December - February 2015 2014/2015 - #308 To Transfer Investment Commission Members Appointed to in the Amount of $412,862 & Interest Held 2014/2015 - #313 To Request That AANDC 2014/2015 - #318 Akwesasne Revenue by Canadian Western Bank That Matured Commence Negotiations on the Renewal in January 2015 to the Trust; Moved by of Council’s Block (multi-year) Funding 3 Years; Moved by Chief Thompson, Tsiothohrha/December 16, 2014 Tsiothohrko:wa/January 13, 2015 2014/2015 - #298 Allotment - Lot B91- Chief King, Seconded by Chief Thomas; For Agreement; Moved by Chief Thomas, Seconded by Chief Lazore; For – 8, Against 5-1 Chenail Range; Moved by Chief Loran, 2014/2015 - #279 Council Meeting 2014/2015 - #289 To Approve Schedule – 8, Against – 0 CARRIED Seconded by Chief Phillips-Jacobs; For – 8, – 0 CARRIED Seconded by Chief Adams-Phillips; For – 8, Minutes Dated August 12, 2015; Moved by For Ministry of Health and Long Term Seconded – 0 CARRIED Against – 0 CARRIED Tsiothohrko:wa/January 27, 2015 2014/2015 - #319 Council Meeting Chief Benedict; Seconded by Chief Adams- Health Care; Moved by Chief Jocko, 2014/2015 - #314 Approve the TPAR Minutes Dated October 7, 2014; Moved by 2014/2015 - #309 To Approve Schedule Phillips; Voting: For 7, Against – 0 CARRIED Seconded by Chief Sunday; For – 9, Against 2014/2015 - #299 Allotment – Lot 149-1 MCYS Generic C#102532-10 Child Lazore, Seconded by Chief Loran; For – 7, For the Ministry of Health & Promotion- – 0 CARRIED & 149-2 Cornwall Island; Moved by Chief Welfare Program; Moved by Chief Thomas, Against – 1 CARRIED 2014/2015 - #280 Council Meeting Smoke Free Ontario and Healthy Eating/ David, Chief Thompson; For – 8, Against – 0 Seconded by Chief Phillips-Jacobs; For – 8, Minutes Dated August 19, 2015; Moved 2014/2015 - #290 To Approve Schedule Living and Diabetes Prevention Program; 2014/2015 - #320 Council Meeting CARRIED Seconded – 0 CARRIED by Chief Loran; Seconded by Chief Adams- For Nurse Practitioner Program; Moved by Moved by Chief Phillips-Jacobs, Seconded Minutes Dated October 14, 2014; Moved Phillips; Voting: For 6, Against – 0 CARRIED Chief Jocko, Seconded by Chief King; For- 9, 2014/2015 - #300 Release of Island by Chief Sunday; For – 8, Against – 0 Enniska/February 3, 2015 by Chief Loran, Seconded by Chief Lazore; Against – 0 CARRIED Revenue 2004-2005 – To Replace MCR 2014/2015 - #281 Council Meeting CARRIED For – 8, Against – 1 CARRIED 2012-2013 - #066; Moved by Chief Thomas, 2014/2015 - #315 Approval of March 21, Minutes Dated August 26, 2015; Moved by 2014/2015 - #291 Proposal For Climate Seconded by Chief Adams-Phillips; For – 8, 2014/2015 - #310 2014-2015 MCYS 2014 Draft Audited Schedule of Program 2014/2015 - #321 Council Meeting Chief Loran; Seconded by Chief Sunday; Change and Hazardous Events Adaptation Seconded – 0 CARRIED Service Contract Amendment C102532- Revenues Expenses & Amount Payables; Minutes Dated October 21, 2014; Moved by Voting: For 5, Against – 1 CARRIED Strategy; Moved by Chief Thomas, Seconded 10/A3; Moved by Chief Thomas, Seconded Moved by Chief Thompson, Seconded by Chief Loran, Seconded by Chief Thompson; by Adams-Phillips; For – 9, Against – 0 2014/2015 - #301 Release of Island 2014/2015 - #282 Council Meeting by Chief Phillips-Jacobs; For- 8, Against – 0 Chief Phillips-Jacobs; For – 7, Against – 0 For – 7, Against – 2 CARRIED CARRIED Revenue 2005-2006 – To Replace MCR Minutes Dated September 12, 2015; Moved CARRIED CARRIED 2012-2013 - #067; Moved by Chief Thomas, 2014/2015 - #322 Ministry of by Chief Loran; Seconded by Chief Sunday; 2014/2015 - #292 Homemakers Parking Seconded by Chief Adams-Phillips; For – 8, 2014/2015 - #311 Application to the 2014/2015 - #316 Exclusivity Agreement Transportation Petition for Subsidy Voting: For 5, Against – 1 CARRIED Lot Lighting; Moved by Chief Sunday, Chief Seconded – 0 CARRIED Aboriginal Conservation Program; Moved With Vires Capital; Moved by Chief Adams- of Road Maintenance; Moved by Chief Loran; For – 5, Against – 3 CARRIED 2014/2015 - #283 Council Meeting by Chief Thomas, Seconded by Lazore; For Phillips, Seconded by Chief David; For- 8, Phillips, Seconded by Chief Jocko; For – 9, 2014/2015 - #302 Release of Island Minutes Dated August 30, 2015; Moved 2014/2015 - #293 Housing Application – – 8, Against – 0 CARRIED Against – 0 CARRIED Against – 0 CARRIED Revenue 2008-2009 – To Replace MCR by Chief Jocko; Seconded by Chief Phillips- Jennifer Johnson-Thomas; Moved by Chief 2012-2013 - #068; Moved by Chief Thomas, 2014/2015 - #312 Ministry of Health and 2014/2015 - #317 - To Request Council Jacobs; Voting: For 5, Against – 1 CARRIED Adams-Phillips, Seconded by Chief King; Seconded by Chief Adams-Phillips; For – 8, Long Term Care 2014-2015 Accountability to Accept the Option to Renew the For – 9, Seconded – 0 CARRIED Tsiothohrko:wa/January 6, 2015 Seconded – 0 CARRIED 2014/2015 - #294 Iatathrona 2014/2015 - #284 Transfer of the 2014/2015 - #303 Release of Island Raotiientahtsere (Couples Property Law) Information From MCA on Chiefs Salaries Settlement Funds to the Trust; Moved by Revenue 2009-2010 – To Replace MCR Special Referendum Regulations; Moved Information regarding the salaries of MCA Chief Thomas, Seconded by Chief King; For 2012-2013 - #069; Moved by Chief Adams- by Chief Thompson, Seconded by Chief Department would like to share information – 12, Against – 0 CARRIED Phillips Seconded by Chief Thomas; For – Thewith Mohawk the community Council ofregarding Akwesasne’s the Financesalaries as MCA employees, have received Cost of InformationKing; For – 7, MeetingsAgainst – 2for CARRIED the Iatathrona 2014/2015 - #285 Amended Preferential 8, Seconded – 0 CARRIED Living Allowance (COLA) increases which Chiefs is published every year in the Mohawk 2014/2015 - #295 Community Hiring Policy; Moved by Chief Thomas, 2014/2015 - #304 Release of Island misinterprets information published in have resulted in the District Chiefs’ current Council of Akwesasne Annual Report, which Seconded by Chief Loran; For- 11, Against Revenue 2010-2011 – To Replace MCR of MCA Chiefs. Occasionally, the media salaries of $56,010.65. ismeetings mailed and to in every MCA buildings, household and in for MCA’s the Raotiientahtsere (Couples Property Law) past four years has also been accessible on – 1 CARRIED 2012-2013 - #070; Moved by Chief Thomas, The salary of the Grand Chief was last set in jurisdiction, is available at community Special Referendum; Moved by Chief financial audits and presents it incorrectly to Seconded by Chief Adams-Phillips; For – 8, 2000 and was not increased in 2007. COLA 2014/2015 - #286 For Review and Thompson, Seconded by Chief Adams- the public. MCA wishes to clarify information Seconded – 0 CARRIED increases have resulted in the Grand Chief’s Consideration for the 2014/2015 Phillips; For – 7, Against – 2 CARRIED that was recently circulated online; this MCA’s public website at www.akwesasne.ca/ Aboriginal Recipient Funding Agreement/ 2014/2015 - #305 Release of Island current salary of $90.043.00. Tsiothohrko:wa/January 20, 2015 information was not verified with MCA totals for Chiefs› salaries published in the annualreport. The full MCA Annual Audit is Amendment; Moved by Benedict, Seconded Revenue 2011-2012; Moved by Chief before being posted. A number of factors contribute to the varying also published online. Both of these reports by Thomas; For – 12, Against – 0 CARRIED 2014/2015 - #296 Sharing Through Thomas, Seconded by Chief Adams- include detailed financial information The Generation Project Contract – Alain Thebase basesalary salary for forthe the Mohawk Mohawk CouncilCouncil of 2014/2015 - #287 Applications to the Phillips; For – 8, Seconded – 0 MCA Annual Audit. These factors include: available to the Akwesasne community and Boisvert; Moved by Chief Adams-Phillips, Akwesasne Grand Chief is $90,043.40. The Aboriginal Communities Energy Plan; 2014/2015 - #306 Release of Island • group insurance; the public at large. MCA values its positive Seconded by Chief Lazore; For – 8, Against Moved by Chief Adams-Phillips, Chief Revenue 2012-2013; Moved by Chief • pension plan; reputation for being financially transparent. – 0 CARRIED Akwesasne District Chiefs is $56,010.65. The Sunday; For – 12, Against – 0 CARRIED • extended leaves―such as maternity Thomas, Seconded by Chief Adams- District Chiefs’ salaries were set in 2007 by If you have questions or concerns regarding 2014/2015 - #288 Allotment of the Whole 2014/2015 - #297 Allotment - Lot 12 Phillips; For – 8, Seconded – 0 CARRIED orcell sick phone leave; costs Community members are also welcome to MCR 2006/2007- #309, which increased MCA’s audit or finances, please contact of Lot 18 – 1 St. Regis Village; Moved by St. Regis Village; Moved by Chief King, • travel; and 2014/2015 - #307 Release of Island their base salaries from $47,380 to $52,000. Executive Services at 613-575-2250. Chief King, Seconded by Chief Thomas; For Seconded by Chief Adams-Phillips; For- 8, • Revenue 2013-2014; Moved by Chief Since 2007, all Council members, as well Page– 12, 6 Seconded – 0 CARRIED Against – 0 CARRIEDONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE attend District and General Meetings. Page 7 ing, emergency measures planning on Council Meeting Roundtable Reports power outages and cold weather warn- Discussion included all facets related to The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is committed to ensuring accountability, transparency and community engagement. This ongoing effort includes sharing about the CBSA case and where the case as well as Regional Chiefs of the AFN. a summary of the Mohawk Council’s weekly Roundtable Reports for the purpose of informing and promoting dialogue on portfolio topics and other important is at presently. community issues. The information provided within the individual reports are for educational purposes and are without prejudice to any and all past, current ings. Secure Identification Cards and border and future claims of the Mohawks of Akwesasne or official positions taken by the MCA. Chiefs not in attendance for a Council Meeting may be on travel or on commitment from the entities present to sick leave, which is announced at the start of the meeting. Individual chief’s can also choose to submit a more detailed update for the newsletter. Kawehno:ke Chief Brian David • Attended teleconference with Jamie Bay, security related information. There is • Assisted Chief Thompson in Nation Natalie Jacobs and Robert Yellowfox on January 13, 2015 the MCA preparation for the negotiations coming • - - Building meetings. The meetings were community gardens. ditionalwork towards Medicine, a solution. Department of Health, Council Meeting - Discussion is being conducted with Tra- pharmacist. • Attended the gradua Tsi Snaihne Chief Karen Loran - ingup. and will be meeting again to discuss Kana:takon Chief Steve Thomas - tion, MCYS conference, and AMBE budget • Attended the Traditional Medicines • Attended the Traditional Medicine meet • Attended the Organizational Review Kick- Elders and Portfolio regarding better fa off meeting with Gravele Associates, Or cilities to meet the needs of the program. Kawehno:ke Chief Louise Thompson review meeting. meeting and a technician and/or record- - communities for information and sup- the budget and recommendations. A lot bis, and discussed the Scope of Work, du There are also requests from other sister • Reported that the extension for the IRS - er needs to be there to take notes. The - Attended the Ministers planning meet- of work needs to be done. It is very im ration, and reporting measures. Personal Credit has been approved and Kana:takon Chief Larry King Executive Director should also be attend- ing, and discussed the agenda for discus- - portant for Traditional Medicines to de • port regarding alternative treatments for set for March 2015 by the Supreme Court • Welcome to our new liaison Nat- ing too. needs to be in place so steps can be made velop a vision for the program. A vision th life threatening illnesses. The Akwesasne of Canada. The deadline to use the per alie Jacobs to the meeting. She started • Attended the Mohawk Language gradua that can be drawn from as example to sion presentations. Will be in Toronto on Wholistic Health program are a model sonal credit dollars is August 2015. Attendedwork as the the new District QLO onMeeting Monday, and Janu the Agreementtion. and the two artists are work- support other communities efforts to ary 12, 2015. • Traveled to Huntington for the Cultural to move forward. January 29 . - - • Attended the Leadership Meeting. • Attended the Leadership Meeting with Kana:takon Chief Julie Phillips-Jacobs • - - program in partnership with modern • There was a power outage and we were SRMT, and discussed the NY Claim up continue to utilize Traditional Medicine • Attended the Education Portfolio meet meeting went well. There is a continuous ing hard. The murals are coming along- told that Hydro Quebec would take care date, Traditional Health, quarterly meet ing and the DCSS portfolio meeting. issue with surveyors being needed and beautifully. The mural unveiling will oc • of the power outage. It was not said as to ings, and Tribal vehicle seizures. 37 medicine. - • Attended Districtthe AMBE Meeting Budget Review with the need for an in house surveyor. A lot cur in April 2015. An MCR will be pres- of land dispute issues can be solved with ent for next week’s Council Meeting for what caused the power outage. SRMT vehicles have been seized. - There was to be a follow up meeting with the acting director of Education. • • a surveyor. - the videographer. The artist will be pre Attended a teleconference call with CBSA the Bank of and our local busi • Attending ongoing Traditional Medicines Attendedsenting to the Council District at next Meeting week’s and Council there Tsi Snaihnediscussed Chief NY Aprilstate Adams-Phillips land claim update, RDG, Lisa Janes and discussed applica nesses, as well as with the MCA, however, • Attended leadership meeting with SRMT tion contents, physical address required, this meeting was postponed due to BMO Kawehno:ke Chief Abram Benedict meetings. The next meeting is for Febru areMeeting a lot too. of issues that need to be dis- traditional medicine, recommendation - and criminal record check. availability and then again due to severe • Shared that there was some confusion at ary 13, 2015. • - - • Attended the Mohawk Government 2015 winter weather. A new date for a meet last week’s Council Meeting regarding an • toAttended recuperate the some Leadership of those Meeting. dollars from The - being discussed to be held in mid to late on quarterly leadership meeting be Fiscal Budget meeting and discussed ing between BMO and local businesses is MCR for funding amendment. The fund CBSA seizures were talked about. Efforts cussed with Administration. tween MCA/SRMT, also the 37 us plated training, and cell phone options. ing was from PSPP and not from FNSSP. • AgreementTalked with is Marcto occur Foisy to streamline and on Janu the years in the port of Cornwall discussion Commission monthly meeting, and the • - vehicle seizure that occurred the last 5 • Attended the Akwesasne Mohawk Police March. The PSPP is what Iohahi:io applied to for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe have not ary 21st a Akwesasne Quebec Protocol Minister Zimmer planning meeting; ar funding. They applied for $200,000.00 been supported. Attended teleconference meeting with During the bridge demolition, a new toll - - on if SRMT will cover that cost of fines. District Meeting. eas identified for discussion are in regard and received $70,000.00. • There is a meeting in Albany for the NY- framework. - - ternal planning meetings are ongoing • • to Social, Health and Nation Building. In • Received a call from a community mem lineState to Land extend Claim the andcourt the process State has is tomor asked- - - and input from Chiefs and MCA depart- tionRegional of contents Director of Lisaphysical Janes, address Jim Ran re- booth will be used and traffic will be im whyber whosethey were business not contacted BMO account when MCA was us to not attend the meeting. The dead Tsi Snaihne Chief William Sunday • som, Steve Thomas, discussed applica pacted. CBSA should have all five lanes • wasclosed setting a few up years meetings ago. They between are asking busi- Attended the Traditional Medicine meet row (Wednesday, January 14, 2015). ing. A new location is being discussed for Grandopen Chief during Mike these Kanentakeron two months Mitchell of detour. ments are threquired. Traditional Medicines. quired criminal record check for border • Attended COO meeting January 7th- • st Acards new similartoll booth to canpass/nexuswill be constructed to help for through 9 ; Ava Hill, of Six Nations will Metness withand BMO.the owner Information of the forwardedold Cornwall to Tsi Snaihne Chief Joe Lazore Attended a meeting in Ottawa on and Bill • Attending ongoing Conservation Law C-10nd contraband cigarettes. A follow up ease the border crossing issue. Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) murderedbe the acting and Regional missing Aboriginal Chief. The Maniwom- GeneralGrand Chief’s Hospital, office. explained plans of • • meetings.th Council The Meeting, law is andhalf canway be complete. present- Attendedmeeting is the occurring District on Meeting January and21 the – Ontario Regional Director General, as toba chiefs are filing lawsuit regarding Attendedbridge demo… the Mohawk traffic will language be impacted. gradu- promised, followed up with a Border Attended the IFN conference call, the The law can be presented for the January 22 in Ottawa. 27 • their parking lot and a back up genera- The new toll will be open by early spring. Security meeting held at the Assembly en. There is a working task group asked building use and he’s open to ideas. - • • staffed at thehas General a letter Meeting. of recommendation Homemakers are requesting a light for of First Nation (AFN) Offices in Ottawa,- thatto develop aims to and renew complete the relationship the ‘Polishing be- ation and was very impressed with the on December 18, 2014. Present for this the Chain Proposal’ which is a process Leadership meeting, funeral for com • For the Gun Safety course Compliance - speakers that took on the course to learn - new participants and fluent language meeting were the CBSA, AFN Chief Exec munity member, and the DCSS Portfolio - munitytor. There wants were a report also questionsas to where on they the utive Officer, Aboriginal Affairs and No tween the Indigenous Leadership and meeting. Health and DCSS working to from attorney Paul Williams. Healthy Homes Initiative and the com how to read and write. The graduation thern Development Canada, US Customs the Ontario Premier and the Cabinet. provide support to the child care staff in • Working on the Moose/ Wild game proj the amount for the fuel assistance cost was beautifully done. and Border Patrol, Ministry of Aboriginal light of recent tragedy. $456,000.00 is ect. are at and how much money they have discussed included housing, road plow- the Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs, • Travelled to to meet their spent on HHI. The community asked • Attended the district meeting. Subjects Affairs, the MCA and representatives of Page 8 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 9 January 27, 2015 - nd Council Meeting Met with the new Cornwall Council at understand the law currently and the • - communication going. Federal Law. The community does not Porting with divestiture. legal counsel to discuss prepara- Kawehno:keMet with Chiefand amBrian working David with Nathan help the community members. (Execu • to present to MCA Council their Cornwall January 22 , there was an evening meet • Attended a number of meetings. tive Director shared that the policy was • - the Casino. The Cornwall Council wants law enactment process needs to have the- created because of an issue previously Tsi Snaihne Chief William Sunday document translated to Mohawk. tion of testimony for the CBSA criminal Richards on the Seaway Case. Canada has canwith be MCA used equipment/plows as guidelines but being adjusted used • Attended the Caucus. The prob port land waterfront plan. • Attended the Nation Building negotia- Febrcaseu aryfile 3, 2015 submitted a motion. Henry Lickers and unfairly. Chiefs discussed how policies- • Attended the political protocol meeting. tions. Jay Benedict are listed as witnesses. lems with CBSA, CBSA court cases and Council Meeting day shared that in Kahnawake there is a Bill C-10 were discussed. The IC decided • repairShared people that there doing is a more community harm issuethan • Will be cross examined in court in Febru groupwhen thereof community is a need membersto fill. Chief that Sun are to hire a lawyer to develop a strategy for with furnace repairs and unauthorized Grandary Chief or March Mike 2015. Kanentakeron Mitchell Tsi Snaihne Chief William Sunday th • Attended the Ontario Power Generation the Iroquois Caucus organization. • • a long discussion on the return of the - good. A family needed a new furnace and Kana:takon Chief Steve Thomas (OPG) implementation meeting. We had lookedunemployed into withand theythe plowcommunity driveways mem of- Kawehno:ke Chief Brian David they applied to the Economic Hardship- On January 14 Nation Building held a Attended a prep meeting for Ministers & the elderly. )Something like that can be Fund and received a new furnace. The negotiation planning meeting, and ARRO four islands, Sheik, Toussaint, Presquille • Attended the Nation Building negotia- • Tri Lateral Policing in with - tions. The prep meeting was very helpful. fund is only for families that have chil held an internal meeting regarding Land- Attorney Andrew Unger. and Adams. bers on welfare. dren. Claims. st Nation Building held an all-day • Attended the Cultural Restoration meet • The Conservation Law is still being Canada is taking a position on the fish Attended a meeting with Bob Dwyer, Port- th negotiationth meeting with Canada on Jan ing. The trappers put on a demonstration worked on and won’t be ready for the eries; Canada is stating that the fisheries • there was a teleconference ternationalDirector Ray Disaster Purser, Conference,and Tribal Liaison,winter are in their jurisdiction. Canada does not Kana:takon Chief Julie Phillips-Jacobs - calluary with 21 inthe Snye. Assembly of First Nations, January 28, 2015, and discussed: the In Attendedon how to skinthe emergencybeavers and preparednessprepare their GrandGeneral ChiefMeeting. shared There thatneeds community to be more have jurisdiction and does not care about • Attended Asbestos Training on Jan 15 . topicsJanuary discussed 15 included a the roundta- pelts. membersinformation with in guns the lawjust want regarding to feel guns. safe • Traveled to Quebec City with Commu • the fish habitat. - ble on murdered and missing Indigenous • ceremonies, stakeholder’s meeting, and - nity Support Case Manager Gary Cole to presentation. Attended the home and garden Zimmer,police week and event Assistant at Washington, Deputy Minister DC. Tsi Snaihne Chief April Adams-Phillips attend Quebec Income Security Frame on funding Cuts to Aboriginal represen- Attended a meeting with Minister David Attended the Assembly of First Nations with Canada no longer having a gun reg • th th at the work Police meeting Jan 19-22. women, February 27, 2015; an update Tsi Snaihne Chief Karen Loran istry. discussed the funding commitment for • show meeting. There are 74 vendors • Agreed to look to Kahnawake for trained (ADM) Deb Richardson in Toronto, and- - Attendedplanned forthe April political 18 andprotocol 19 meet- Kana:takon Chief Steve Thomas - tative organizations; Indian Residential theof QuebecNational andChief, Labrador and a presentation (AFNQL) by in Kana:takon Chief Larry King - • A’nowara’ko:wa Arena. tance regarding the numerous commu- Schools- update on personal education fiber optics, Health, Department of Com Quebec City. There was a presentation by Attended the Energy East Pipeline meet mediators to provide mediation assis credits; Parliamentary and Legislative ing, and the OPG joint implementation • • - followmunity up and with Social Minister Services of (DCSS),Finance Jus on ing with Marc Foisy, Liaison for Quebec update. tice, Economic Development, and will membersJonathan Thompsonand family on membersBill C-33. it has Attendedmeeting. LIDARthe emergency was discussed preparedness at the Natalie Jacobs, and Chief King and Chief nity land disputes. That evening meeting there was a meet • Through meetings with community- joint implementation meeting. • - • Loran. - projecting of thewill Cornwallbe a topic University that will be Steering includ- monetary request for marine unit ing that the Districts are not happy when • Placing more elaborations on Health, Kawehno:ke Chief Louise Thompson - Committee. The Cornwall University- Meeting with Steve Mac Naughton, Can Councilbeen relayed says thatto us issues that itare is veryadministra alarm- presentation. • Shared that Joyce King needs issue re • There was a meeting for the NYS claim in Economic Development, Emergency - ada Border Security Agency (CBSA) & D.- Measures, and Technical Services. garding Section 107 judges to be ad ed in discussion with the Ontario Minis Martin ALO and discussed the cultural Albany. st Announced a job shadow that will be dressed. There are two justices that are ter of Aboriginal Affairs. There was a fol sensitivity training. Waiting on Aborigi tive. The community is not happy that- th th Tsi Snaihneplaced with Chief Council Joe Lazore through Area Man- not 107 judges. J. King was backed with a • low up meeting attended with Carleton the Assembly University of nal Rights and Research Office (ARRO). munityCouncil has cannot shared give that proper the MCA information process- Kawehno:ke Chief Abram Benedict • • MCR to be appointed as a 107 judge. John- who may be a partner. - The community notice of new Border esand are answers unfair toand their that questions. there is tooThe much com On vacation from January 21 to January Sharrow was appointed as a 107 judge January 19 Security Officers (BSOs), caused a media - 28th . • - • agement Board. He will be shadowing for hadand neverto come came to Councilto Council because and he he mar and Firstopportunity Nations to (AFN) meet Executivewith the ADM Commit for blitz with negative connotations. tion to attend district and general meet- Metdistrict with meeting DCSS with on Thursday,respect to Januaryspecial four to six weeks. ried people in the community. He never Healthtee meeting where in weOttawa discussed and also community took the Attended a Teleconference call with Or conflict of interest. We need administra 29 regarding a concern/issue raised at- • Attended the Iroquois Caucus and the are concerned that couples married by funding for health programming such as • bis Risk, meeting with Vince Buron, and Space Needs Meeting. Joyce were appointed by Council. We John Kimbell regarding power project. ings to explain specific issues dealing needsincorrectly money administered available fromin the thepast, Com and • The Conservation Law is coming along • th, the AFN Vehicle seizure court case has 28 people with operations of administration. nowmunity has Supportbeen corrected, Program. disbursement Monies were is and is hoping to have a draft ready for 107 judges will have trouble registering- the need for Traditional Medicine. - absolved of contravention of Customs next week’s Council Meeting and General their marriages. However, justices can sionThe followingwhich included day, January the topic 20 of Medical Act. Tsi Snaihnebecause Chiefthere Joe is policyLazore in place against Attended the Housing Authority meeting Meeting. There are still some problems perform marriages too. Issue will be ad Executive Committee held a day-long ses • DTS cannot plow and sand driveways- bases on actual costs. - • with gun laws in the Conservation Law. referendumdressed with is Justice happening Dept. next week and • - Kana:takon Chief Julie Phillips-Jacobs • The Akwesasne Couples Property Law Marijuana. nd private driveways and parking lots be and two files were reviewed. The new for intro- • Met with Al Gravelle regarding post-sec- - Kana:takon Chief Larry King - does not meet the threshold than there Thereductions was to a the meeting new City with Council City of and Corn to ondary review. ing plowed. If they plow one driveway loans construction law was reviewed and • titureAttended meeting, the asbestos and training training. to keep the willis on be the no radio more at community the moment. law, If thejust vote the wall Council on January 22 • Met with A/Director Debbie Terrance re thethan policy they willshould have be tocrushed, plow all so thewe prican recommendations made. • • Attending the Transport Canada Dives garding AMBE issues. vate driveways in the community. Maybe Attended the meeting with Al Gravelle to discuss Cornwall Harbour land claims & discuss upcoming review in AMBE. Page 10 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 11 - - - - - ernments conduct in formulating and • Received a call from community mem internationalDirector, at U.S. disaster customs conference, with Tribal Febru Li- velopment initiatives such as broadband Tsi Snaihne Chief Karen Loran - • eesOne of our deficits within the organiza review that challenges the federal gov ber about membership. Administration- aison officer, Ray Purser. Discussed the- services, trails and island development • Attended the Public Safety meeting. tion is the vacation accruals of employ or Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) needs building,(ATR process), and the archaeology concept of field a Cornwall school, Agenda items included a request for fire- - introducing Bill C-33, the First Nations to phone individual back. Have done ev ary 2015 and Police Week event at Wash- support for a new Mohawk Government works for the Cornwall winter carnival.- • tionalIn December chief 2014 I attended the AFN Control of First Nations Education Act. communityerything I can, members and no from one isthe answering. member- ington D.C. in May 2015. the MCA on the teams professionalism Other updates included were on the Ak Elections in Winnipeg for the new na The grounds are, failure to adequately There is currently no process to remove • Attended the energy East Pipeline meet University. The Minister complimented wesasne Mohawk Ambulance, Emergen Attended the Ministry of Children and consult and accommodate First Nations. ing and the Ontario Power generation- cy Measures and the EHO. Kawehno:ke Chief Abram Benedict - ship list. (Executive Director shared that tionsJoint Implementationfor Mental Health meeting. with Dennis Fits and quality of detail of the presentations. • diction of the model was topic of discus- sharedthe Membership that Council Board should needs draft to meeta letter to • Attended a two day workshop in Six Na- There was some immediate feedback Tsi Snaihne Chief Joe Lazore - Youth Roundtable at Queens Park. Juris take a member off the list. Grand Chief structions to identify mental disorders, provided, and other areas the Minister • Attended the Economic Development and language is not included in the draft Patrick and Sherri Lynn Hill. Received in • tasked the nd ADM, met andwith his Vires Senior Capital Policy re- meeting with SRMT. The museum is con sion. I expressed that holistic approach- to the Membership Board regarding this - Analyst to follow up on. sidering moving to another location and The Economic Development Office would like to thank everyone who issue and other issues.) and when and who to call for help. February 2 Attendednot being locatedthe trapping at the library and anymore.training and prevention is key, aside from the ju Hunt! Congratulations to all the winners! - • Attended organizational review inter • garding concept of Electric Transmission A larger building is needed. meetingrisdiction with piece. the Minister of Children participated in our Buy Local Cupid Kana:takonble that Chiefthe road Florence department Phillips should be view with Welch LLP. The organization- project. - • • andChief Youth, Ava HillMinister scheduled of Health a last and minute Minis- • Suggestion was made at the Council ta- review was a request for proposal back- Vehicle Seizures – CBSA federal court file- workshop and the Cultural Restoration $100 Joseph’s Fine Jewelry – Barbara in 2014 and Welch was awarded the ap - 28 people have been absolved of contra meeting. Smoke trucksclearing are driveways only insured for community to plow publicmem proval. This process is to look inside Mo vention of Customs Act. More informa • Attended a workshop by ACFS on non- ter of Health and Long Term Care to talk $100 Beautylicious – Lisa David bers. My response to that is the road hawk Council’s Program, Services, and tion will be coming and provided at the violent crisis interventionth and accepted training. in prin- Akwesasneabout traditional traditional medicine. medicine I provided pro a- $100 Maple Room Akwesasne Mohawk • th weaknessesOperations to and see to how build well upon they that are tobeing im- Febrnextu aryGeneral 10, Meeting. 2015 The Conservation Law is to be reviewed quick presentation to the Ministers on Casino – Shirley E. Oakes roads. Private and personal driveways delivered. And to identity our strengths, on February 17 - - Council Meeting Family$10 Truck Stop #9 – Lynn Roundpoint are not the responsibility of MCA. ciple on February 24 . gram. A letter will be sent to the Minister $10 Truck Stop #9 – Louise White & • Due to medical conditions I’m still work prove MCA. Also, Welch LLP will be con of Health to thank him and to visit MCA’s ing half-time. ducting Community Member interviews Kana:takon Chief Larry King - AttendTraditional the Finance Medicine Committee Program andmeeting, also $10 Akwesasne Sports – Tracie Cook on how the programs and services were • Attended the work review. to the Minister of Children and Youth. $10 Akwesasne Sports – Tricia Benedict Council needs to discuss and pick dates - Kawehno:keasked him Chief how Louise his Thompsoncommunity deals Kawehno:ke Chief Louise Thompson and are currently provided to them. • There is an OPG meeting with the Feder • $10 Swamp’s Performance Automotive – for the District Meetings for the month of • Contacted Ron Skye (Kahnawake) and- • • Will be at the International Disaster Con- al representatives. The meeting is going- and met with Robin Mitchell. KuyShirley Chaussi A. Oakes ference next week February 9th to the to discuss GIS and LIDAR. OPG also has • Attended the Housing Budget meeting $10 Swamp’s Performance Automotive – towith discuss land disputes. entering His into community some kind prac of - February. public13th with safety Chief portfolio Steve Thomas,co-chair Ray Purs tices mediated arbitration. He is willing some summer student positions avail and discussed a community member’s • Spoke with a Mr. Higgins from Perry er, Bob Dwyer, and Adrian McDonald as able to Akwesasne students. questions regarding the Section 95 Hous $10 Tota Ma’s Medicine Chest – members could be charged with hunting - Sound and three Akwesasne community Grand Chief Mike Kanentakeron Mitchell • There is an issue with the community ing. There is currently no policy but will AmberDawn Lafrance agreement with Akwesasne. $10 Tota Ma’s Medicine Chest – Sophia • th there was a meeting with • regarding the cost of fuel. The rate of- Grandbe furtherChief Mike examined. Kanentakeron Mitchell Attended the Organizational Review in Thompson related incidents. Communications will ingexchange a Cornwall is quite supplier high and supply it has fuel been for • - terviews. The surveyors for the Couples $10 Mohawk Plumbing – Marissa Vickers release a notice on this. January 29 - suggested by the community of hav co burning at Kanonhkwatsheri:io, fol- Property referendum have received their $10 Mohawk Plumbing – AmberDawn • Attended the tobacco burning. Minister David Zimmer, MAA Ontario, February 2nd, Attended Monthly Tobac- training. Lafrance • There have been some phone calls about- and ADM Deborah Richardson. Attend Kawehno:ke. $10 Tahy’s Fine Art & Designs - Sophia Wolf Lane not being plowed. ing the meeting (along with Grand Chief) Kawehno:ke Chief Brian David lowed by a meeting with Elders and rep • Shared that Focus Meetings are not oc were Chief Thomas, James Ransom, Joyce Kana:takon Chief Julie Phillips-Jacobs resentatives of the Traditional Medicine Thompson • MetWorking with withcommunity Nathan members Richards regarding $10 Tahy’s Fine Art & Designs – Louise curring. Staff shared that it is up to the King, the new Quebec Liaison Natalie • Packed up Admin 2 office. program. The MCA offices were closed the Seaway Case. White & Family Portfolio to schedule Focus Meetings. Jacobs, Peter Garrow, Vaughn Sunday, • Attended the AMBE Board meeting. early for the day due to severe winter • • Grand Chief worked from home partici- $10 Thrifty Threads East – Lauren Chubb The Portfolio is struggling to get Focus and MCA legal counsel, Mr. Unger. Areas • Attended the Finance Committee meeting. weather. Section 95 rent to own housing. pating in teleconferences as needed be- $10 Thrifty Threads East – Tracie Cook Meetings scheduled. discussed included Akwesasne Laws Attended the Finance Committee meet- $10 Nature’s Gift – Andrea Cook • Staff announced that Tuesday, February and Regulatory development, Proceeds Chief Florence Phillips support staff to pack up their desks at - Tsi Snaihne Chief William Sunday the teleconferences held was on Febru- $10 Nature’s Gift – Lynn Roundpoint 3, 2015 is the last day for Council and of Crime funding, Child Welfare issues, • causeth of contracting influenza. One of - • Attended the Nation Building meeting at- to be able to construct a new Mohawk ary 4 $10 Three Feathers Café – Lauren Chubb and licensing require- CIA #3. ing and we talked about finding funding Committee through Assembly of First $10 Rez Phones – Lisa David Admin #2. ments of non-Native health profession • Attended the Cultural Restoration meet , with the First Nation Education $10 LOK Creations – Kuy Chaussi als, US medical bills payment, standard- ing. There were a number of children Government building. Suggestions were $10 LOK Creations – Andrea Cook Tsi Snaihne Chief April Adams-Phillips ized health coverage through use of an that attended which was great to see. to borrow from ourselves internally from Nations Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL), • Attended meeting with Bob Dwyer, Port Akwesasne Health Card, Economic De sources such as the Trust or AEDF Fund. who have filed an application for judicial Page 12 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 13 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports The 1796 Treaty (NYS) Claim Report Saiowisakeron John “Ice” Fire Report - currently negotiating with Franklin County The claim is for land that was infringed upon- Kahn. We may still move forward with the- toin setplace forth for similar settlement principles negotiations. on which NYS a set is- The community of Akwesasne would like to Indian agent wanted to discuss. Upon enter- chest. Saiowisakè:ron let go of his grip as he subsequent to a 1796 Treaty with Triangle claim in courts, though no land will take this time to acknowledge the sacrifice of ing the office, Ohnetatoko quickly realized dropped to the floor, dead. people of Akwesasne were shocked to see State. The MCA, the Mohawk Nation Coun be returned in the event that we are success community member Saiowisakè:ron “the ice that the two Dominion Police officers pres - Everyone stopped fighting at this point. The cil of Chiefs and the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe ful. tlement can be reached. is floating by” or John “Ice” Fire 1847-1899. ent were the same ones sent from Ottawa in were held and consensus from the Mohawk - are litigants in a land claim filed in the U. S. the first ill-fated election. Seeing the two oth NationIn 2005, was after determined, two community the three referenda Mohawk Islands,The MCA which will were make included every effort in the to original ensure Saiowisakè:ron lived in Kana:takon from the tako backed out the door and let out a loud that these police officers were willing to kill. forFederal lands, Court islands against and the resources State of Newbelonging York, er Life Chiefs in Dominion custody, Ohneto parties entered into a settlement agreement that it would include Baxter and Long Sault mid to late 18oo’s. He was brother to Life The officers took advantage of this stunned the New York Power Authority and others taken the position that the islands are im- tryingChief Ohnehtotako to force the Indian or “Pine Act tar”. election During system 1899 silence and moved their prisoners down to warning cry as he made a run for it. He didn’t - portant2005 agreement. to Akwesasne, The MCA and hasthat consistently a pathway the Indian Agents sent from Ottawa were - their boat with guns drawn. to the Mohawks of Akwesasne. The original get very far before the police officers tackled with NYS and the New York Power Authority. - land claim was filed in 1982 by the MCA and him and dragged him back to the agent’s of The killing and arrest we’re a big blow to the This agreement was not ratified in the Sen onment, the aspeople there of was Akwesasne. already Thethe traditionalLife Chiefs the SRMT and MNCC filed together in 1989. - fice. Several of the women in the community people of Akwesasne and the Mohawk Life - ate, and negotiations halted. andfor their the community eventual return will be is informed included asin they any were opposed to this alien system of govern The court enjoined the parties in 1992. Chiefs. They also arrested the two men who settlement. Negotiations are still underway, heard his yell for help. The women ran to In May 2014, the SRMT entered into a Mem were released seeking legalof any services wrong fromdoing Montreal regard- In July 2013, all but one of the areas, the Ho system in place. The people of Akwesasne his brother Saiowisakè:ron to let him know orandum of Understanding with NYS, NYPA of what was happening at the agent’s office. about the death. The officers and agents gansburg Triangle, were dismissed by Judge progress. upwere the also Indian opposed agent to in the the Indian old school Act election. house Tsikaristisere/Dundeeand St. Lawrence County Land to set principlesClaim Report - So much that in previous months they tied Other Mohawks heard the noise and were such offer to date, leadership is considering also on their way. ing the incident. The Chiefs and supporters when Canada agreed to return with an offer its options to take further steps towards a releasedspent over on a theyear condition in a Beauharnois that they Jailwould be to prevent the elections from taking place. Saiowisakè:ron pushed his way through the toThe protect Tsikaristisere/Dundee the interest of the Claim Mohawks is based of The negotiations finished in October 2011, notfore interfere they were with even the given Indian a trial. Act elections They were in door of the office where he was met by the Akwesasneon specific in instances lands leases, of Canada’s resulting failurein the AOn small the morning boat carrying of May Akwesasne1, 1899, a heavy resident fog for settlement. settlement of this long-standing claim. set in, on the waters surrounding Kana:takon. agent and his dominion police officers. The- the MCA, a settlement agreement would be officer told Saiowisakè:ron to step back or he After subsequent meetings with Aboriginal negotiatedOnce an offer and from brought Canada to the is presented community to the future. 1888 loss of nearly 20,000 acres in what is Angus Papineau, and some Dominion Police would shoot. Saiowisakè:ron pushed the of- Akwesasne commenced proceeding in MinsterAffairs andof AANDC Northern Valcourt Development as recently Canada as - Saiowisakè:ron sacrificed his life to defend now the municipality of Dundee, QC. officers docked close to the Indian agent’s ficer back against the stove while the other- officials, including a meeting with the constantour Mohawk reminder customs that and no laws.matter He what stood out up- office. Papineau had been placed under ar Mohawks grappled with the officers. The of for ratification. Under the settlement sidersfor our try traditional to impose way on ofus, life. you His stand death up tall,is a rest earlier in the morning. The Indian agent gunsficer shotas clubs Saiowisakè:ron bashing the in heads the arm of thewound Mo- Federal Court in 1982, which has been in September 25, 2014, the MCA still awaits agreement, lands equal to the acreage lost ing him, while the other officers used their suspension since 2005, when productive ofa proposala forthcoming for settlement. proposal, These and meetingswith no can be returned to Reserve status when called for the Life Chiefs and principle men to come to his office to discuss business. negotiations with Canada began. with high-level officials resulted in promises purchased from willing sellers. hawks. The dominion police officer then let with your hands up in defiance, you confront Akwesasne Community Trust Settlement Fund Report Ohnetotako and a few more men made their out a second shot directly in Saiowisakè:ron’s the problem, and stand for what you believe way to the Saiowisakeronoffice to see what the business John the “Ice” Fire Dedication Plaquein. Inscription Report - Saiowisakè:ron – John “Ice” Fire - The Trust document was signed on July 21,- Trustee have been underway to develop the- 2. Kawenoke Easterbrook Settlement - 1847-1899 lection2014, seven process (7) was months complete after for the the appoint search infrastructure of the Trust to ensure that the- (settled in 2012) da’s new elections regarding it as In memory of his sacrifice and contribu ment of the Trustees. In June of 2014 the se Trust is implemented as it was drafted to re In early February interviews for the Finan an alien system of governance that was being- tion to the community, Saiowisakè:ron (John flect. Various workshops have been attend cial Advisor (Investment Consultant, as the- forced upon First Nations across the country. “Ice” Fire) will long be remembered a hero of the Administrative Trustee, Deloitte ed by the Trustees to assist them with Trust - Financial Industry refers to) were conducted The people of Akwesasne dedicate this was In attempting shot in cold to reasonblood andwith was Colonel later Sher dis- and defender of our homeland. Wealth Management was selected. In June developments and laws affecting Trusts in - and the final process of notifying the success- statue to remember the supreme sacrifice wood of the Dominion Police, Saiowisakè:ron This statue, in his honor, represents the 2014 Jeffrey Harris was chosen by the Trust First Nations today. ful candidate is now underway. March 2015 Chiefsmade byof Saiowisakè:ronAkwesasne from (John being “Ice” arrested Fire) byin memory of Saiowisakè:ron (John “Ice” Fire)- ees as legal counsel to represent the Trust In mid-January 2015 the process of trans will see the training of the Trustees in Finan putting his life on the line to protect the Life credited by Indian Agent George Long who gave his life defending our traditional- and Trustees, he was chosen due to the fact ferring the settlement monies was initiated.- cial Investment and report comprehension- as a renegade trouble-maker. In reality, culture and right of governance of Akwe he had a working knowledge of the Trust, as Chiefs of that time were trying to maintain - lage of Kana:takon stoically facing toward jectThis of transfer the transfer process process is not and yet they complete. are: with invitations to attend will be sent to the the Dominion Police on May 1, 1899. The Life Saiowisakè:ron had long been recognized by sasne. It is placed at the entrance to the vil he was instrumental in the development of The following two settlements are the sub Overseers, Council and the ITT. The inter the Council of Chiefs as their political advi the Trust along with the Internal Technical leaders were chosen according to their A multitude of working meetings along with views and final selection for the Investment their traditional style of governance, where sor and protector of Council. Saiowisakè:ron the building where his life was taken. Team also known as the ITT. - 1. Ontario Power Generation Settlement Manager will take place in early May. - was a visionary of Council, so much that he (settled in 2008) and installed into office by their Clanmoth donated a parcel of land for the first school Trust meetings with the Administrative ers. The Life Chiefs were opposed to Cana house in the village of Kana:takon. Page 14 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 15 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports Iroquois Caucus Report TransCanada Report

- Energy East Pipeline Project tening sessions with First Nations around to Date Bdeemedackground to be illegal or contraband tobacco Thison the day preliminary was discussion meeting between with Gowlings the Iro unstamped.and accommodation There is with also thethe Firstconcern Nations that th Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Involvement Bill C-10 was designed to criminalize what is quois Caucus members, along with an update this law did not have proper consultation the province to discuss potential impacts- Background that are non-stamped by the Federal and an agenda for the following day in meeting Thebeen Mohawk working Council on introducing of Akwesasne, this project through to from the Project and to obtain comments- It was disclosed that a preliminary cost es- On October 30, 2014, TransCanada filed an- products. This includes all tobacco products onwith the some 19 ofof the January, tobacco and manufacturers to the creation and of in which it was targeted. its Department of Tehotiiennawakon has- from First Nations on the project. First Na timate from Gowlings was likely in the area application with the National Energy Board - tion comments have been posted on the On (NEB)to transfer with arespect portion to of the the Energy Canadian East MainPipe- Provincial Governments. This also includes A presentation was made by the delegation the community and in analyzing it for Coun- tario Energy Board website. tobacco manufacturers and retailers doing line Project. The application seeks approval- loosetransportation leaf tobacco. and The possession Bill will impose of contra huge- retailersfrom Kahnwake from a fewincluding of the theirmember staff nations. lawyer cil. Activities have included publishing an in of $20,000. The money must come from the Next Steps - financial penalties for the sale, distribution, troductoryof pipelines, article preparing in Onkweta’ke initial workforce on the proj in- line natural gas transmission facilities to En Thechaeological Department studies of Tehotiiennawakonrelated to the project will ect,formation, developing identifying a paper emergency on the pros measures and cons businessthis money within not be the forwarded Iroquois Firstby the Nations busi- ergypipeline East segments, for use as laterals part of and the interconnecEnergy East- beand participating are working to in identify environmental employment and op ar- band tobacco. Anyone being convicted of on the preliminary findings from Gowlings. as members of the Iroquois Caucus. Should capabilities, and hosting a public forum at a second offence under Bill C-10, will have Pipeline, and to construct and operate new January 22, 2015 - a mandatory jail sentence in contravention The meeting began with a presentation from ness people, the Iroquois Caucus would then tions, and facilities. portunities for community members. Staff ofthe the First Gladue Nations principles and especially in regard the to Haude Native- the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena in which repre Gowlings. The Aboriginal lawyer who spoke pullChallenge out of since this issue. they wantThe businesses the participation would will also be analyzing the application that Offenders. There are several reasons why The $12-Billion Energy East Pipeline Project sentatives from TransCanada presented the explainedway in the that court there system were including three ways a toconsti fight- also have to bear the cost of a Supreme Court In addition, the Mohawk Council of Akwe- has been submitted by TransCanada to the will convert the existing natural gas pipeline project (November 2013). a law. These include the following: The legal Court is estimated to cost in the area of National Energy Board. An application for nosaunee First Nations Six Nations, Oneida, from Saskatchewan to Iroquois, Ontario to - of the elected Chiefs. The cost of a Supreme th funding for intervention is being prepared to Tyendinaga,main reason Wahta,is that theAkwesasne, law does not recog- an oil pipeline and will require upgrades to tutional challenge. The political method is sasne has hosted two meetings (November- be submitted to the National Energy Board and Kahnawake all oppose this law. The compressor stations. New construction will another way to fight a law through the oth $250,000 to $500,000. 2013 and January 27 , 2015) of the Ontario as well. er political parties. Finally the law could be start in Iroquois, Ontario and run to New nize the First Nation Right to self governance Once Gowlings is told to proceed with the- Energy Board as they have been holding lis fought in the arena of public relations. It Brunswick. orhere Treaty was Rights.not proper It infringes consultation on our with right the to preliminary report, the Iroquois Caucus Bridge Demolition Report wasbecomes mentioned subject thatto the Bill enforcement C-10 was not in the yet trade between our First Nations. It is felt that- First Nations would have to prove their an th proclaimed as a law. Once it is, then the law - nally, this law does not differentiate between cient rights to trade with other First Nations. with the community for this phase of the de- - Gowlings explained to the group that this Alltrade of between the members First Nations would haveand any to tobacco provide First Nations when the law was passed. Fi The demolition project for the Seaway Inter- 7 Street with a detour using Cumberland cation. Traffic rerouting plans will be shared public and in the court system. evidence of right to self-govern, previous national Bridge/Three Nations Bridge, will Street. could be arrested for carrying ceremonial - - any type of tobacco and Oionkwe Onwe (Sa require a detour and changes along Brook molition. - case involves proving the law infringes on cultivation or trade practices. In our case, we Beginning on March 17, traffic coming to cred Tobacco). In the latter case, an elder dale Avenue. our Aboriginal right to self govern and to have an ancient Treaty of Trade and Com- nd andlocated from just Kawehno:ke east of the and current the U.S. toll will booth be relo- tobacco. In the December meeting of the Iro trade between our First Nations. Courts merce with the Crees of James Bay along Beginning on February 9, Brookdale Avenue routed to a new/temporary toll booth that is quoisof the costsCaucus, associated in Tyendinaga with a legalit was challenge decided would want that specific to what item, time with Trade with the Algonquins of Maniwa in Cornwall will be closed from 2 Street to that the Iroquois Caucus would not bear any period locations etc. Courts do not like broad ki. We traded such things as Black Ash and Ontario Requiring Renewal of Old OHIP Cards issuesceremonial but rather tobacco very and specific contraband ones. This that Bill is canoes with the Algonquins, and we possibly to Bill C-10. C-10law also does not distinguish between traded with the Ojibawa nations since they were fairly close to our nations in the past. notifying the community that recently January 21, 2015 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is response, the individual’s card will 1. Proof of citizenship, such as a passport Community Support Program Report be invalid resulting in a loss of health or birth certificate. - - - Service Ontario began requiring insurance coverage. 2. Proof of residency, such as a bank individuals who hold the old “red and statement or other official mail with your The Community Support Program is pres- willworking be a with required the Akwesasne to sign up Area for an Manage educa- to share in this cooperative strategy and Cards can be renewed by visiting any cardswhite’ would Ontario not health expire, cards and this to renewis no address on it. entlycial assistance, finalizing aand policy to ensure and procedures best practices revi tional assessment. This process will include plans are being finalized so implement the- Service Ontario office or Driver’s thLicense and supports for employment and education them. Previously, these older-version 3. Any ID that contains your name and sion to address changes to the delivery of so mentservice. Canada will be in the community of office. In Cornwall,nd Ontario, there are signature, such as a bank card. ment Board to access client based activities The Aboriginal Affairs Northern Developth to the two locations for renewal: 720 14 Street for the delivery of services is maintained. - th longer the case. to address education and employment is- 13 West, and 113 2 Street East. If you have any questions, please contact skills building. The whole idea is to ensure- The CSP is currently developing strategies- Akwesasne the week of February 9 following: opportunitiestunity to gain forskills individuals and attributes to become to better em Letters have been mailed to individuals the Service Ontario information line at compliance, 2015 to and conduct implementation a program of review social ason- To renew your card please bring the ployable by providing individuals the oppor and should not be ignored. After Service 1-866-532-3161. sues. One of the areas the CSP-DCSS is car the CSP-DCSS. This review will evaluate Ontario mails three letters without ryinggroup outwhen is applying a new initiative for social called assistance the 18 themselves by and being better prepared to to 25 year old service, where this client age sistance policy and standards of rates. enter the workforce. The AAMB has agreed Page 16 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 17 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports Department of Health Report Health Coverage Report Department of Health Issues - - Health Coverage Issues an issue with the people speaking Mohawk call, we are not able to deal with a second call - ations in order to have exemptions for health provide uniform health coverage for the peo Background professionalsthey are busy working on a call, in weAkwesasne. are not able Akwe to plein administration of Akwesasne. and The billing difficulties rates facedcreate ina ambulance service. When they are busy on a - Background - sasne has its own ambulance service. When having to deal with two different provinces- - and English, and nobody with the ability to The community of Akwesasne has encoun - atports the thesame patient time. toAs locala result, hospitals the backup in Mas to- speak French creates confusion and difficul tered difficulties in the area of Health for The community of Akwesasne has encoun dealbulance with which a second transports call at the the same patient time. to local As a hardship on the community. Individuals of the system is a U.S. ambulance which trans ties. The desire is to ensure uniformity in many years. The Provinces vary greatly in- tered difficulties in the area of Health for result, the backup to the system is a U.S. am- ten are not covered to the same levels and- coverageresult in an and exemption administration. for the health Negotiation profes- terms of the health coverage available in the many years. The Provinces vary greatly in- sults in billing of thousands of dollars to the opment of one card for the community and sena or Malone, NY. This results in billing of withsionals the working Province in of Akwesasne Quebec may and eventually a change of Akwesasne Department of Health, the dif- billing is difficult with local doctors to be terms of the health coverage available in the use of an Ontario health card versus a Que a tripartite agreement in the area of health thousands of dollars from the U.S. hospitals in policy guidelines in the case of emergency - hospitals in Massena or Malone, NY. This re compensated for their services. The devel useof Akwesasne of an Ontario Department health card of Health, versus thea Que dif- bec health card. Within the Mohawk Council to our people. This is only partially covered bec health card. Within the Mohawk Council- Direction and Proposed Solution under the OHIP/QHIP cards. CommitmentU.S. hospitals. This is only partially covered ference in health coverage has created an an an issue with the people speaking Mohawk services provided in U.S. hospitals in close - under the OHIP/QHIP cards. - would serve to resolve the problems being ference in health coverage has created an an - Meeting with Aboriginal Ministers of nual deficit in the program usually between proximity to Akwesasne. cal doctors continue to treat Akwesasne pa- - encountered. The language barrier is also nual deficit in the program usually between- The objective of the Mohawk Council is to Quebec and Ontario $250,000 to 700,000. This must be paid by - the Mohawk Council in order to have the lo The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is look $250,000cal doctors to continue 700,000. to This treat must Akwesasne be paid pa by- provide uniform health coverage for the peo and English, and nobody with the ability to ingagreement for political could support be a shared to develop cost betweenand uti the Mohawk Council in order to have the lo plein administration of Akwesasne. and The billing difficulties rates facedcreate ina speak French creates confusion and difficul tients. This issue would be far easier to deal lize one health card. This proposed tri partite- having to deal with two different provinces- There was a meeting planned for January ties. The desire is to ensure uniformity in with if Akwesasne were to have one card for- tration and management of the health of the tients. This issue would be far easier to deal- between the Aboriginal Ministers of Ontario, coverageresult in an and exemption administration. for the health Negotiation profes- thethough community. the costs The and annual population budget growth received has thecommunity provinces. a great It would deal easier make and the adminismore ef- with if Akwesasne were to have one health hardship on the community. Individuals of Quebecsystem of and one the health Grand card Chief. will Thisbe proposed meeting withsionals the working Province in of Akwesasne Quebec may and eventually a change for this area has not changed since 1996, al- card for the community. The annual bud- ten are not covered to the same levels and- has will occur in the next month or two. A- in policy guidelines in the case of emergency get received for this area has not changed billingopment is of difficult one card with for the local community doctors to and be fessional working in the community includ- risening doctors significantly. and nurses Further, are forced the health to obtain pro fective. It would result and the elimination of since 1996, although the costs and popula- compensateda tripartite agreement for their in services. the area The of health devel because there are different rates and cover - the language barrier also. tionemptions growth for has health risen professionals significantly. workingThere is ageslanguage between exemption the health for health coverage professionals of Ontario services provided in U.S. hospitals in close a need for negotiations in order to have ex and Quebec. We will also discuss a French Objective proximity to Akwesasne. would serve to resolve the problems being Quebec licensing. There is a need for negoti The objective of the Mohawk Council is to Iohahi:io Student Placement Report in the community. Akwesasne has its own Traditionalencountered. The Medicine language barrier Report is also working in Akwesasne.

Iohahi:io: Background Current issues The Future Scheduled Placement Dates Nolan Mitchell, William Laffin experience for each of these students. These Katelynn McDonald and waiting for them to complete, or a work Students will be placed at their respective- students should arrive with a project ready of its own location with more space than it daypre-determined and Friday locations.of each week They commencing are to be at Upon completion of their work placement, The Traditional Medicine program began TheKanonhkwatsheri:io first Monday of facility every with month the seesburning the The Traditional Medicine program is in need their locationsth from 8am-4pm every Thurs plan developed by the hosting department. in 1997 at the urging of the elders of the Traditionalof sage and tobacco Medicine for program renewal to cleanse begin the Akwesasne Justice Dept.: community and after the development of currently has, along with individual offices on February 5 and ending on April 2, 2015. Shaylene Thompson evaluations will need to be completed by atraditional needs assessment. medicines Theon programand off the offers site, a complaints from some of the employees and private counseling area for the staff. cultural teachings, cultural counseling, There is the potential to combine our efforts They will not be at their work placements IGL/Queb. Liaison/Communications: both the department/supervisor and the variety of services including the making of new month. This practice has created a few ceremonies, appointments with traditional of the smells created during the cleansing with the St. Regis Tribal Council’s and seek during the week of March Break. Corey Phillips student and then forwarded to Iohahi:io. Daryl Mitchell healers, presentations and workshops and and people visiting from the public because a central location. Alternatively, facilities Student Assignment Grand Chiefs/District Chiefs: Orientation cultural exchange with other First Nations can be looked at in both Snye and on the Nation Building: The hosting department will be responsible process. The location of the offices and Island which would better serve the needs Erin Cole, Rachel Wheatley for providing orientation to their placement Medicine program has been located within counseling areas are confined and there is a ofwould the need Traditional further Medicinediscussion program and thought and placementDepartmental student R esponsibilityhas the responsibility of the Kanonhkwatsheri:io Health facility since thein order community. for a logical The issue course of aof new action location to be Human Resources: internalstudent. processesThis orientation associated should with consist being of and Aboriginal groups. The Traditional lack of privacy for the staff. The space is not Each department that will be hosting a it started, making Akwesasne one of the only sufficientthe healers, for staff the needs and the of theclients program coming since in Reannon McDonald Day a brief overview of the organization and the there is a need for confidentiality among Native North American Travelling College: providing a positive and meaningful work employed by that organization. clinic, dentist, pharmacy, optometrist and taken.community The Council,members staff need of theto discussDepartment this Firsta traditional Nations medicine in Canada program to have within a medical the for treatment. As a matter of fact, the intent of Health, Traditional Medicine and the all along was for the Traditional Medicine programhealing, teachingto have itsand own the location. performance The staff of issue. same facility. It is a model health facility that sees an average of 28 clients per month for other First Nations aspire to develop. ceremonies. Page 18 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 19 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports ...Tehotiiennawakon Continued • nd • Department of Tehotiiennawakon Report Deliverables • A’nowara’ko:wa Arena Economic Development • • Finalized 2 Interim Report on Tobacco Introductory remarks for Grand Chief. - - Pilot Project. One page Briefing notes on Islands, th Work on the Tobacco Pilot Project continues- • Final draft of Exclusivity Agreement with • Draft Phase II Tobacco Pilot Project Broadband, Trails, and Archaeological Planning for a Wooden Lacrosse Stick Tour There was a Job Fair press announcement and Hutchins Legal Inc. will be asked to at Vires Capital. Funding Proposal. Field School. namentof the National was undertaken Aboriginal during Celebration the month. holi- at Cornwall Civic Complex on January 14 ; tend the next Tobacco Technical Table meet Terms of Reference for Tobacco Trades Copies of Pamphlet for TransCanada The event is beingst planned for the weekend in attendance were Chief Steve Thomas and ing for review of the Canada Revenue Agency- Options Paper. CBSAEastern Trial Mainline Update Project. Report Arena Manager hosted a meeting with MCA Economic Development staff. Remarksnd Memorandum of Understanding. A Terms of day June 20-21 , 2015. th were provided at the event. - Reference to prepare a Tobacco Trade Op charged under the Customs Act for failing to to discuss ideas for increasing community opment Canada had funded the proposal for tions paper was sent to Executive Services Notification was received on January 22 declare dutiable goods in her possession and - - and Ontario Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs On August 30, 2011 Alicia Shenandoah was 9, 2013 to Wednesday December 11, 2013. Thomas- Transportation Supervisor for Kawehno:ke District Chiefs on January 16 that Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Devel - sing for all three districts was discussed as Anfor initial review draft and approval.proposal was The prepared final version for The Judge acquitted Alicia Shenandoah of AMBE, Geraldine Jacobs- A’nowara:kowa was sent to three consultants to bid. the two charges under the Customs Act. Arena Manager, Joan Mitchell- Elder, Rick- attendance at arena events. The idea of bus the development of a Comprehensive Com - for falsely declaring she was travelling from Now Alicia Shenandoah and April Elaine Oakes- Adolescent Treatment Center man munity Development Plan. within Canada. She was also charged under Thompsonaiding and abetting face the people same charge to enter under Canada the ager, Jim Ransom- Director of Tehotiien one way to increase attendance. Phase II of Tobacco Pilot Project and sent to The final financial report for Economic Leak thedaughter and cousin and to Refugeeenter Canada Protection with- Immigrationwithout appearing and Refugee for an Protectionexamination Act by for a nawakon, Peter Garrow- Former Director of the Ontario Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs for- Ongoing discussions regarding purchasing tha age Study was forwarded to the Ontario Actout withappearing aiding for and examination abetting her by 6 ayear border old AMBE, and Darrell Thompson- Traditional , an initial assessment. The second Interim Point of Sales machine for the arena. th Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs and received Community Elder. Our Expert Witnesses also an- Report for Tobacco Pilot Project was final acceptance notification. border service officer. went on the stand. Francis Scardera and Jon The arena officially opened on August 25 ized. assistance in regard to the possibility of al- Parmenter are both experts in Archaeology 1995; celebration planning of the 20 Economic Development Program staff service officer. - Phase two of the criminal test case started Grand Chief and Portfolio were provided- and Ethnography of Mohawks and Iroquois niversary of the arena is underway for this launched the ‘Buy Local Cupid Hunt’ in late On January 8, 2013 April Elaine Thompson inof Decemberthe test case 2014 community and was held members in Cornwall, were Environment - people and their predecessors. summer. January and participated in a Tetewataron washer chargeddaughter under to enter the ImmigrationCanada without and Refap- Morrisburg and Alexandria. During this part- ternative reporting on Kawehno:ke and on Radio Show announcing the promotion and ugee Protection Act with aiding and abetting Court is adjourned until June 1, 2015. The- - going discussions with Canada Border Ser provided information to the community. calledones called in at witnesses.to the stand April since Elaine they Thompare the first three weeks of June court will be held in Environmentmission to Aboriginal staff is workingAffairs and to developNorthern a vices Agency (CBSA). Correspondence was They coordinated with 30 businesses to hide pearing for examination by a border service son and Alicia Shenandoah were the first Cornwall. The cross-examiniation of Dr. Par- $200,000 Climate Change proposal for sub- exchanged with ththe CBSA Regional Director cupids and have community members find officer. menter will occur at this time, and the final ed to Finance for the project and a Mohawk General on the proposed AKPASS system - them. Community participants have a chance- defendants. The following witnesses were witness will be Grand Chief Mike K. Mitch Development Canada. A budget was provid with a January 7 conference call with CBSA Phaseson was one completed of the criminal from Monday test case December involving to win a $100 gift certificate, gift certificate - calledHolistic onto Health the program stand after manager, them: Dwayne Wesley ell. Final arguments and submissions will be Alicia Shenandoah and April Elaine Thomp for the Maple Room at the Akwesasne Mo- on AKPASS system. Council Resolution was prepared and passed Benedict- MCA Liaison to CBSA, Lesley Bero- on June 30 and the judge will issue a written hawk Casino, a make-over by Beautylicious by Council for submission. Continued working on the TransCanada En Entewatathawi January-February Reportruling on September 11, 2015. MCA departments regarding the Drinking or a gift certificate from Joseph’s Fine Jew Mohawk Council of Akwesasne to submit Deliverables ergy East project and the Eastern Mainline - - Work is ongoing with Nation Building and elry. Project. Legal review is underway for the • - journey that all different departments with- of the Entewatatha:wi marketing exer Water Regulatory Framework proposal. The The process of Entewatatha:wi as a proj To quote one of Iohahi:io Business students Notification from AANDC for Compre an application to the National Energy Board - cise by these students , Peter Garrow has budget is finalized for the project. Executive- ect began in 1999 and its primary goal was Reannon Day “It really is a long complex hensive Community Development Plan for Intervenor funding for the Energy East been requested by Iohahi:io to assist in Services provided approval to discuss with • to understand and redefine Akwesasne’s funding award. Project. An Ontario Energy Board meeting governance and jurisdiction. The second in MCA has been on for the last 10 years now, theirand a work number placements of other foreligible this semester.students the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Environ th Financial report for Economic Leakage on the Energy East Project that was held at ary goal was to review all sections of the- going back and forth with the government Entewatatha:wiwill be placed with will receiveMCA departments 2 students ment Division staff an alternativend toapproach discuss Tehotiiennawakon - Study. Kanatakon Recreation Center on January islation that is used by Canada to continue - to develop drinking water standards. The - Indian Act and its effect on our community. having meetings, writing up new laws, trying 27 , Chiefs and Tehotiiennawakon attended The Indian Act is a significant piece of leg to get feedback from the community” Departments met on January 22 1. - A special the day session. 50 pamphlet copies of infor and NNATC. Their power point presenta- the alternative approach and they agreed to Administrative matters and required meet Current activities are as follows. - mation on the Eastern Mainline Project were their paternalistic policies of colonization. tions will be on display at this meeting.- provide a proposal within three weeks. ings for the Department were fulfilled. Recruitment of EAC Elders - requested from TransCanada for sharing at TheMohawk intent Council of Entewatatha:wi of Akwesasne is outto “create of areas a These students represent a new demo invitation willth be sent to perspective El Executive Services approved work for an Worked to resolve issues concerning Vires- the General meeting. - newwithin relationship the Indian withAct thatCanada do notby removingwork for graphic and have reached out to a grow ders (List –Jan. 7, 2015) to attend our Partnerships agreement with Ontario Ministry of Environ- Capital th Exclusivity Agreement for Electric- th that started with - ing demographic. Grand Chief and Portfolio were assisted in February 12 EAC meeting and view an mentth for aerial photo acquisition. The signed Transmission Project; and attended the Jan 2. presenting to the Ontario Ministry of Aborig updated Entwatatha:wi presentation. agreement was sent to the province on Janu uary 27 Chiefs Meeting to present the Ex - Deliverables - inal Affairs on January 29 Akwesasne”(GC Mike Mitchell) and its mem NNATC, Iohahi:io, ARRO, Justice, CKON, AEDA ary 8 . clusivity Agreement to full Council. MNCC Participation in Entewatatha;wi – • - introductory remarks. Briefing pages were bers. I like to equate as a determined effort deal with Akwesasne directly Nation to Na- On October 20, 2014, a letter signed by • - Workedwarded aon preliminary a proposed business Joint Venture plan to Agree MCA prepared on, Broadband project, Island re of decolonizing ourselves from the archaic Chief Brian David was hand delivered Climate Change Proposal. ment with Triwin Holding Group and for turn, Archaeological Field School, and Trails policies of government and for Canada to 3. As a result to MNCC requesting their participation. DRAPE agreement for aerial photogra development. phy of islands in St. Lawrence River. legal to review. tion and not as one of 633 First Nations in Iohahi:io Business Students – Page 20 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 FebruaryCanada. 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 21 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports Finance Donations Report Direct Payments to & on Behalf of Community 4,244,662 5,286,074 Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Support of MCA Programming Application of OLG funds (formerly Casino Rama Funds) Parking Lot Construction St. Regis 2,612 75,637 For the year ended March 31, 2014 Cornwall Community Hospital Foundation 200,000 Seaway Claim 621,709 613,698 OLG / Casino Rama revenue has been applied to the following: Ferry Feasability 11,597 11,598 US Land Claim 96,599 - Final Final Admin 1 Repairs 25,530 2014 2013 Addition to Kanonhkwatsheri:io 34,743 146,589 $ $ Total Support of MCA Programming 767,260 1,073,052

Direct Payments to & on Behalf of Community Total OLG Expenses 5,011,922 6,359,126 Akwesasne Winter Carnival -­‐ annual 5,000 5,000 Akwesasne Pow Wow Committee -­‐ annual 10,000 10,000 Elders housing repairs -­‐ administered by housing 103,682 89,460 Additional Donations 83,491 115,962 Community fund -­‐ distribution 199,572 225,003 3 Recreation committees @ $40,000 each 120,000 150,000 Garabage /Waste Collection Deficits 251,940 177,025 Water distribution 7,593 6,498 Tri District Elders 15,000 15,000 Water Waste Water Plants 105,566 294,105 Boys & girls club 51,000 Community fuel program 463,017 646,050 Snye Homemakers 15,000 15,000 Akwesasne-Quebec Protocol Agreement Report workplan to address sectors of common in- Application of interest earned to special needs 183,499 Akwesasne Wolves 35,000 terest in a spirit of understanding and com- mon interest between the Mohawk Council Individuals -small donations 62,434 23,086 Announcement of a Political Pro- standing between the Government and MCA.- Tsioniakwatha / les Aventuriers l'archaologie 5,000 tocol Agreement between the Gov- The memorandum of understanding will - Ronathahonni Cultural Centre 5,000 ernment of Québec and the Mohawk serve as a framework for discussions be of Akwesasne (MCA) and the Government of Akwesasne Freedom School 45,000 Council of Akwesasne tween Québec and Akwesasne over the next- December 15, 2014 Québec . The common interest subjects iden Summer Student Program 252,340 219,252 Attendees: tenchanges years. between The purpose both parties, of this while protocol consid is- Kana:takon Recreation Center tified for the 10 year duration of the Political Housing Rental under Market Shortfall 150,000 toering ensure issues constructive such as justice, and harmonious health, educa ex- • Protocol Agreement include: Cornwall University Project 13,629 Administration of justice • AMBE After School Program 58,040 Grand Chief Mike Mitchell, MCA; Tsi Sniahne • Transport AMBE Post Secondary Program 106,865 Chief April Adams-Phillips, MCA; Tsi Snaihne tion, and public safety. • Health and social services - Kawhenoke Water Line 818,466 Chief Karen Loran, MCA; Jim Ransom, MCA Akwesasne-Québec Protocol Agree- • - Publicture security Friends of Lake St. Francis 10,000 Tehotiienawakon Director; Jamie Bay, MCA ment Work Plan Meeting Tsionhiakwatha 5,000 Gov’t Support Manager; Geoffrey Kelley,- • Economic development and infrastruc Attendees:January 21, 2015 AEDA Can 8 Language instruction 143,608 101,178 Minister responsible for native affairs; Ste Tsi Snaihne Recreation Centre St. Regis Church Insurance 5,662 phaneMichael Billette, Forian, MNApolitical for aide Huntingdon; for the minis Kim- Québec liaison officer - - Truck for AHVFD under construction - Eastway 210,198 berly Labar, Press secretary for the minister; A draft workplan was discussed specifically Karen Loran, Chief; Larry King, Chief; April AAMB 30,000 inbeing terms enhanced of priority based and on potential the discussion for quick that Autochtones Adams-Phillips, Chief; Marc Foisy, Represen Soaring Eagles Volleyball team 27,500 ter; Jean-Pierre McKenzie, political aide for est progress. This draft workplan is currently tative, Sécretariat aux Affaires Autochtones- CKONon air Mohawk language instuction 4,125 the MNA; Marc Foisy, Secrétariat aux Affaires - (SAA) ; W. James Bay, Government Support Healthy Homes Inititative 947,837 970,032 tooktariat place aux atAffaires the meeting. Autochtones, Next steps establish include- Manager; Natalie Jacobs, Québec Liaison Of Enhancements to Council programs 498,205 485,374 and Member of the National Assembly for submittingment of a workplan the draft schedule, workplan and to theputting Sécre in The Minister responsible for Native Affairs, ficer Sport Sponsorships 27,500 Geoffrey Kelly, with the Government Whip- CBSA seizures 62,000 45,171 As a follow up to the December 15, 2014 Make Work Project 19,887 426,073 Huntingdon,with the Grand Stéphane Chief of Billette, the Mohawk visited Council Akwe signing of the Akwesasne Québec Political place a meeting between Québec ministries TsiSnaihne Water Line 1,066,576 sasne on December 15, 2014 to sign, along Protocoland the Mohawk Agreement, Council representatives of Akwesasne from met and MCA to discuss specific items within the Special Needs 131,825 183,499 Mitchell, a political memorandum of under- theto begin Sécretariat the work aux Affaires towards Auchtones establishing (SAA) a identified sectors of common interest. of Akwesasne (MCA), Michael Kanentakeron Page 22 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 23 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports Justice Department Law Development Report ...Justice Continued Akwesasne Education Law – LEPR Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Couples Property’ Law Completion: 10% Referendum Question: The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Justice Department is providing the following information to the community as an update on several Do you reaffirm the Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Couples Property Law? community laws that are currently in varying stages of development. Akwesasne Justice Department: LEPR* % Theto call proposed for written Akwesasne comment on Education the contents Law Operating Plan 2014/2015 Status Completion completed the requirement of a public notice Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Couples Property’ - Law Enacted - Additional Referendum N/A of the law. The notice period for comment- Akwesasne Traffic Law LEPR Phase III - Post Consultation 80% was completed in January 2014. The Work- ingplete, Task the Group document is now will tasked be sent with for develop a legal No Yes Akwesasne Tekaia’torehthá:ke Kaianerénhsera ing an Akwesasne Education Law. Once com- (Akwesasne Court Law) LEPR Phase III - Post Consultation 75% hawk Council of Akwesasne in accordance Akwesasne Tobacco Manufacturing & review prior to being presented to the Mo Products Law LEPR Phase III - Post Consultation 75% Under Bill S-2 ‘An Act Respecting Under Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera Akwesasne Conservation Law – Amendment LEPR Phase I -Post Legal Review 20% Akwwith LEPResasne Phase Financial I. Administra- Matrimonial Property on Reserve’: ‘Couples Property’ Law: Akwesasne Education Law LEPR Phase I - Drafting Law 10% tion Law – LEPR Completion: 10% Federal Laws are followed Akwesasne Laws are followed Akwesasne Financial Administration Law LEPR Phase I - Community Notice 10% - Kawehno:ke residents use Cornwall Akwesasne Courts are used Akwesasne Water Law – Amendment LEPR Phase I - Community Notice 5% Courts *LEPR – Law Enactment Procedural Regulation Thea public proposed notice Akwesasne to call for writtenFinancial comment Admin Judge is from Akwesasne istration Law completed the requirement of Kana:takon and Tsi Snaihne residents use Valleyfield Courts Akwesasne traditional cultural practices Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Cou- - & Products Law – LEPR Completion: ples Property’ Law – LEPR Comple- pleted community consultation in Decem- 75% on the contents of the law. The notice period Provincial Judges are used are considered tion: Enacted the proposed Akwesasne Traffic Law, com for comment was completed on February 20,- - 2014. The Working Task Group is now tasked- Kawehno:ke residents follow Ontario Non-Members are required to have a rules berMohawk 2013. CouncilThe feedback of Akwesasne from the community in August - with developing an Akwesasne Financial Ad Residency Permit was developed into a report provided to the The proposed Akwesasne Tobacco Manu ministrationbeing presented Law. to Once the complete,Mohawk Councilthe docu of Kana:takon and Tsi Snaihne residents fol- ment will be sent for a legal review prior to The Iatathróna Raotiientáhsera ‘Couples facturing & Products Law completed com- low Quebec rules Consideration is given for the best Property’ Law was enacted according to the- 2014. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne munity consultation in November 2014. The interest of the Child Law Enactment Procedural Regulation on providedGroup has direction begun meeting on how to to implement proceed with the feedbackit will be frompresented the community to the Mohawk is being Council devel AAkwesasnekwesasne in accordanceWater Law with – A LEPRmend Phasement I. Non-Members can reside in Akwesasne December 16, 2013. Bill S-2 ‘An Act Respect therecommendations community feedback. to prepare The Workingthe proposed Task oped into a report. Once the report is ready, – LEPR Completion: 5% without a Residency Permit ing Family Homes Situated on First Nations Reserves’to enact their reached own Royallaws inAssent accordance on June with 16, of Akwesasne to provide direction on how to For more information about the Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Couples Property’ Law 2013. First Nations had until December 2014 Akwesasne Traffic Law to move forward into Aproceedkwesa withsne theCon communityservation feedback. Law – LEPR - ALEPRkwe Phasesasne IV. Tekaia’torehthá:ke Kai- Completion: 20% A Working Task Group has been appointed reaffirmation referendum you can contact the Akwesasne Justice Department: the provisions of Bill S-2 for that legislation anerénhsera (Akwesasne Court to develop an amendment to the By-Law #5 613-575-2250 ext. 2400 or visit www.akwesasne.ca/referendum not to apply. Bill S-2 requires that First Na Law) – LEPR Completion: 75% Waterworks System. A public notice is being tionsIn an reachattempt a threshold to reach of this 25% threshold, Membership the has been presented to the Mohawk Council of developed to call for written comment on participationMohawk Council in a referendumof Akwesasne to enactis conduct a law.- The proposed Akwesasne Conservation Law- the contents of the law. Once the period for- ONE PEOPLE, ONE COMMUNITY, ONE VOTE - ing the presentation, the Mohawk Council of receiving written comment on the contents- The proposed Akwesasne Tekaia’torehthá:ke- Akwesasne by the Working Task Group. Dur of the proposed law is complete, the Work VOTE NOW: akwesasne.simplyvoting.com ing a second referendum to reaffirm the Iat- Kaianerénhsera (Akwesasne Court Law)- - ing Task Group will develop the law in accor athróna Raotiientáhsera ‘Couples Property’ completed community consultation in Sep Akwesasnement is ready provided to be released direction for on community additional dance with LEPR Phase I. Law. The referendum is being conducted be tember 2014. The feedback from the com changesconsultation, to the the draft. proposed Once Akwesasne the draft docu Con- Atweenkwe Februarysasne T ra2, 2015ffic andLaw March – LEPR 31, C2015.om- munityto the Mohawk is being Council developed of Akwesasne into a report.to pro- If you have any questions or would like more- pletion: 80% Once the report is ready, it will be presented by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne in ac- information on the Legislative Development- servation Law will be Accepted In Principle initiatives with the Mohawk Council of Ak- - vide direction on how to proceed with the wesasne contact the Akwesasne Justice De Akwcommunityesasne feedback. Tobacco Manufacturing cordance with LEPR Phase II. partment – Kyrie A. Ransom, Justice Coordi The proposed amendments to the Regula nator 613-575-2250 ext. 2403. tion of Traffic By-law No. (10)A, known as Page 24 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 25 Special Edition Reports Special Edition Reports ...Technical Services Continued the project will now address outstanding de- Department of Technical Services January 2015 Directors Report th just waiting hadon the an vendor’sissue with schedule. the ice resur- NATION BUILDING INVESTMENT STRAT- th to establish a strategy to obtain a decision Arena Onboth January had a high20 2015number the ofKanatakon students Schoolwith a ficiencies. project for Handi- Cap Accessi- EGY (NBIS) Admin # 1 and the AMS were closed due to the fact that The signed December 15 2014. The intent of the North approach to the Hamilton Island the Protocol with regards to MTQ Funding on the ownership of the Right of Way on face; the alternator had to be replaced. cold or the flu. As a result these 2 schools Building Maintenance Operations bility started on Nov. 3, 2014, project was - for Roads and Bridge needs to be confirmed- - and all things that a student might play with December 2014 were disinfected from ceiling to the floors near completion by my return to work Jan. torsNeed Meeting to do anwanted MCR to to know accept how the to 10get Yearinto and a lobbying strategy developed. The Bridge. (The right of way needs to be dealt or touch during the time they are in school exterior project part will be done as soon as Plan in principle. The Directors at the Direc meeting with the Quebec Minister of Aborig with before the Condition Assessment Re - 12, 2015. Pending any weather upset the als in to help get the disinfecting done in the not been completed due to the lack of fund- SinalPACE Affairs NEE wasDS recently : TSI postponed. SHAIHNE ADMIN port can be completed.) The proposed fee was disinfected. I had to bring extra casu Participated in a number of meetings with weather permits. the Capital Plan. Many of the Projects have BUILDING is 15K. MCA need to determine where the Executive Services, MCA Council and DTS as Akwesasnefunding will come from. - time we had. rd an interim lease /rental site for Admin #2 Assist Fuel Contact to provide current WSIB/ uping. with All departments the funding dollarshave a sectionfor a project in the 10on there was a professional Staff, as proposed for the G&L office sites. CSST or NYS version of Workers Compen year Capital Plan. If a Department has come Kennedy Garrow will be meeting with Cana- for permanent closure and will not be re- - On Friday the 23 The Admin 2 bldg. has been recommended sation package. All MCA contractors are to - Snye Admin building–Geotechnical reports - development day for all AMBE staff at AMS. have such coverage Prior to starting the con atethe sectionsCapital Plan to each they of arethe givenDirectors priority for their and for site 5A in Tsi Snaihne are complete. The like to propose community mail boxes so that We took advantage of this pd day and went occupied. As noted earlier, the facility is ac tracted work programs. Coordinated contact move up the list. Jay will re-issue appropri report has identified unsuitable soils for- thereda Post is regardingless obstacles mail boxwhen issues. plowing He wouldin the needed as well as a planning stage has been conventional Construction. Piling will be ahead and disinfected the Snye School as cessible to retrieve documents and file as with Ms. V. Irving Quebec Liaison Officer to- well even though they had not reached the - help Fuel Contract set up a CSST program for SNYEreview. WATERLINE required to support the Building at a signifi cant premium. Alternative sites are being winter months. Some of these mail boxes are high levels of sick kids as the other 2 schools. initiated to allow staff to enter and retrieve compensationthe workers that insurance deliver fuelfor thefor workersMCA facili as Over all the schools are running smoothly. personal belongings. That process contin ties. Contractor still having trouble getting - Angusdiscussed. Mitchell Memorial - AMBEnot up Reportto code. Dec 2014/Jan 2015 Maintenance DCSS / ued and is well under way. burg Akwesasne Fire Department regarding DOH - of Jan.27 2015. DTS has received a letter from the Hogans- – Based on Execu January 2015 tive Directors approval DTS has solicited a Dec 1, 2015/ Dec 19, 2014 Coordinated the first draft of the lease agree We had the first significant snow fall of the ment between MCA and G&L Management. fire flow testing confirming that the fire test- Proposal from Rubin & Rotman Associates to It was a very short month staff was very - season and we had no issues dealing with it. The lease was at draft #3 by the time I went Completed documentation related to DTS ing pressures are adequate. The completion undertake conceptual/preliminary Design maintenancebusy with the was Christmas a big issue season. with Lots all the of work sand along the power outages, but no damages gram ended by contract terms, all reports We had a freezing rain storm which brought on vacation Dec.22, 2014. and AAMB contract for two workers, pro report will now be finalize. The backup com for Mohawk Government to located to Angus andgetting stone all dustheating being systems tracked fine-tuned. into the Foyers Floor puter (SCADA) at Kanatakon Water plant has Mitchell Memorial Center. Progress will be relocation from Angus Mitchell Memorial were noted. Peace Tree Mall site as an option for staff submitted and filed as required with AAMB been installed and working. - reported at a later date. - Kanonhkwatsheri:io had repairs to the and MCA Finance Comptroller. watsheriio of all 3 schools. they will be staying in place until at least one - Final Project Expenditure Report will be in The First Floor renovations – Kanonhk Center (AMMCtr) is no longer an option as cluded in the completion report. – Design of the Medical Clinic Jan 1, 2015- January 28, 2015 Johnson control system which, thank god, - AMS School contract for window replace Space is underway. A kick-off meeting took Amber Cook started working at the AMS were relatively minor. We had a HR issue- more year. The Post office proposed move to andment will project include was a new approved frame and and signedoperators off. Phillips road residents on Canadian side has place on November 20 2014. Next Design school on Jan 5, 2015. Training for Amber which was dealt with. Having a problem with a private operation has be pursued more ac 23 Glass Units to be replaced with new glass vendors securing quotes for the fuel tank re tively by the Post Office Manager. The Post SallNYE residents SCHOOL hooked DEVELOPMENT up to the waterline. AREA KAWEHNÓreview meeting:KE WATERLINEin early February 2015. was very easy because she had been a casual employee for approximately 8 years prior to Iakhihsothaplacement. - office Manager needs to view the site and- to allow each class in the old wing to have an getting a permanent position. - enter negotiations with the owner. This is option to let outside air into the class room. had the outdoor air handler fi not an MCA operation. To be discussed be Continued work on final drafts of operating awaiting for a commitment in writing before - as the agreement will be between the two, - nally sealed from the elements. The sprin tween the owner of the site and Canada Post, budgets for AMBE School systems, DOH/ SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT DETAILED Funding negotiations continue. MCA is- The window replacement project at AMS nance Management operations, to include kler system replacement/upgrade was ap DCSS facilities, Administration and Mainte DESIGN windowsis starting and to move,two sliding all measurements patio door that were are - proved, and work started on the upgrade in not MCA. th onadvancing Kawehno:ke lobby isefforts now tosubstantially the Ministers com Of- done. We are looking at replacing a total of 26 mer was addressed, hoping this does the late January. The roof leak around the dor Solid Waste and collection, recycling and The 66% Design review meeting was held- fice. The final phase of waterline extensions Iakhihsohtha - Finalized contracts for the tender of the general office administration for our assets. byingNovember for funding 14 . Theis now 99% priority Design in order review to Alloriginal transfers the school. that happened in December and - trick. Attic Sprinkler retro fit. Proj All Budgets submitted on time as required. meeting to be held in early February . Lob plete. David Lane is to be completed in the - At the Group Home there are issues with the ect will be awarded to Stealth Fire Protec ROADSspring. ISSUES identify funding for the construction Phase January are going well with only minor is tion. Meetings with Director of Health and Attended meeting’s to start in coordination fire panel and is scheduled to be replaced. staff to identify and gain approval for the with Economic Development for a Home and of the Sewage Treatment Plant. - Hamilton Island sues. I let go 3 casual employees but was able in the Transitional Housing There is furnace issue with one of the units project. DTS redirected project funds form Garden Show to be hosted at the Arena, the - to get 4 more casuals to sign up. - interior fence at the Shelter - MINISTRY OF QUEBEC TRANSPORT FUND All roofing projects have stopped until we get Housing complex is scheduled to building. be installed, The dersseveral within sites thein order facility for are this paramount, project to move and Career Fair as hosted by AAMB also at the- ING AGREEMENT Ron Smith surveying has submitted a Pro warmer weather. I could not see having any , Transitional forward. All agreed that the safety of the el Arena site. Ministry of Quebec Political Protocol was posal to continue the research required one up on the roof with snow and ice on it. Review G&L site Health and Safety con Page 26 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 27 cerns and options for the owner to consider contractor to ensure new power lines are Online Voting Now Underway for “Couples Property Law” installedSite meeting as needed, with MCA as well OSP as and the Electrical start of If you reside within the Mohawk Council newto continually Alarm system improve and theFire office Alarm space protec for- the communication bus system that will be all future tenants. Review and approval of- a referendum on couples property to be door beginning on aware that new Canadian legislation on a certain threshold of voters in order for MCA voting staff will be going door-to- tion for the two sites. Installation for sys needed by computer service operations for of Akwesasne’s jurisdiction, are you of Akwesasne held a referendum to February 16, 2015 Annual Compliance Health Annual Compliance Ec Dev Annual Compliance Administration the right to determine how your property valid. Previously, the Mohawk Council equipped with electronic tablets to facilitate temsYear hasTotal commencedCompleted Not as Openof JanuaryLate Completion 26, 2015.On Time theYear twoTotal sites. Completed Not Open Late Completion On Time Year Total Completed Not Open Late Completion On Time Completed Ratio Ratio Completed Ratio Ratio Completed Ratio Ratio 2013 917 776 117 24 72 86.9 90.72 2013 335 258 77 0 7 77.01 97.29 Matrimonial Real Property will give Canada community members casting their votes. 2013 679 563 107 9 112 84.03 80.11 2014 2848 2399 309 140 110 88.59 95.41 2014 1667 660 300 707 61 68.75 90.76 2014 1861 1571 175 115 384 89.98 75.56 accept the Couples Property - Iatathrona Additional details on door to door voting Unless the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne

If you wish to see the decision making power passesis divided a referendum should your to familyaccept separate?its own Raotiientahtsera Law. While it was approved will be released next week. by voters, the number of participants did remain in Akwesasne for matters related to not satisfy Canada’s threshold requirement. family property, please participate in this Couples Property Law, called Iatathrona This requirement is 25 percent of eligible Raotiientahtsera Law, Canada will apply voter participation, or 1,983 member votes. referendum. More information can be found their rules to our households and families. MohawkTo meet the Council threshold, of Akwesasne a second referendum was written by Akwesasne community on the MCA website, www.akwesasne.ca. Annual Compliance Water is currently underway and is the very first

Year Total Completed Not Open Late Completion On Time membersAkwesasne’s who understand Couples PropertyMohawk culture Law Completed Ratio Ratio Annual Compliance Education Visit AkwesasneSimplyVoting.com to quickly 2013 394 215 148 31 88 59.23 59.07 Annual Compliance DCSS 2014 695 444 142 109 97 75.77 78.15 Year Total Completed Not Open Late Completion On Time to utilize 100 percent online voting. Voting Year Total Completed Not Open Late Completion On Time cast your vote, or contact the Chief Electoral Completed Ratio Ratio Completed Ratio Ratio 2013 592 474 23 95 38 95.37 91.98 2013 701 561 128 12 20 81.42 96.43 2014 1234 1062 3 169 289 99.72 72.79 is simple: Visit AkwesasneSimplyVoting. Officer Leona Benedict for assistance in 2014 2014 1646 202 166 136 89.07 91.74 and traditions. Passing this law keeps the

com to cast your vote from now through voting. She can be reached by calling 613- decision-making power within Akwesasne. March 31, 2015. 575-2250 x2406 or 613-551-1622 (cell), or Canada is requiring First Nations Hunting to meet on Other First Nationsby emailing [email protected].

currently an arrest-able offence to possess a The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would landowner. Please also be aware that it is food,right social, to hunt or ceremonial without an purposes Ontario-issued within like to advise First Nation hunters of a hunting card provided they are hunting for DTS Maintenance Work Order An- - - their traditional territories or treaty areas, hunting rule in Ontario that may not be firearm in Canada without a Possession and nual Compliance Report Bar Graph. or in the traditional territory of another First commonly known. All First Nation hunters Acquisition License or a completed RCMP order completion ratio. The report is gener ity to perform licensed/certified work. Fi- license in their traditional lands as well as First Nation hunters from other nations ated form our Computerized Maintenance nally the report identifies a Completion ratio have the right, by law, to hunt without a whoNon-Resident wish to hunt Firearm in Akwesasne Declaration must form. obtain Nation with written permission. ManagementDTS Maintenance performance operations and reportedassessment to Management System and covers all of MCA designas well isas proprietary, an overall On but Time with completion MCA Mainte ra- to hunt on another First Nation territory, writtenon other permission First Nation must territories. be obtained However, from laws and rules, please do not hesitate to ofour work Director orders on performed our overall for Maintenance this Fiscal structures. nancetio respectively. Department The input program and direction, base platform it has work orders generated, and compares that that First Nation leadership, according to written permission from Mohawk Council. If you have any questions regarding hunting - informationThe report gives with a snapcompleted shot of andthe number not-com of- Receiving a member’s permission only does tached report Annual Compliance, relates - not protect hunters from being ticketed. contact the MCA Conservation Program at Year (FY) as comparison to last FY. The at- evolved into a very user friendly system that orders that were completed but were out- ties are maintained daily with pre-set main- Ontario hunting laws. Written permission 613-575-2250. assist MCA every day by ensuring our facili pleted work orders. It identifies late work must also be obtained from the individual All First Nation men and women have the to Administration, Health, Social, Educa - tion, Water and Wastewater, and Economic Tsiionkwanonhso:te Residents Headed to Ottawa Sens Game side the anticipated completion date. These tenance activities for each asset within the Development facilities as it relates to work system. delays are often due to contractor availabil - erosityThe staff and and contributionsresidents at Tsiionkwanonhso:te during our latest for the folks living at Tsiionkwanonhso:te! - the Akwesasne Winter Carnival. Despite the would like to thank everyone for their gen cold, windy winter weather, we were very Our staff member Debbie Jocko (Housekeep happy to have sold 37 taco plates! fund raising efforts. We would like to extend ing), your initiative and ability to sell over been scheduled and our residents are ready Substance Abuse/ our appreciation and special thanks to... - $500 in Super Bowl squares is a wonderful- The tickets have been purchased, the bus has Drug-Related Crisis th th (800) 480-4208 thing. You are truly making a difference in MCA employee 50/50 raffle was a huge suc people’s lives. We look forward to you join to cheer as the Ottawa Senators take on the cess, and that raffle would not have been ing us as our special guest on March 19 . - Boston Bruins on March 19 . Thanks again! possible without staff and the organizer, cos for the community to purchase during Vaughn Phillips who managed to pull off a The Dietary staff made delicious Indian Ta spectacular 50/50 Raffle, raising over $600 Page 28 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 29 Meeting with the Elders Council of the Update: Kawehno:ke District Chief JoAnne Jocko meeting, Traditional Medicine Program December 11th13th Department Akwesasne of Social Membership Portfolio require internal hook ups) Remaining roads are the Corridor as well as • Ongoing concerns over complaints of ACTIVITIEDavid Lane.S FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY Board Meeting employees for the Monthly Tobacco Special Needs Meeting with AMBE, DAYCARE 2015 December 15th Department of Technical Burning in the building, employees & clinic & SOCIAL DEPT. to discuss early diagnosing meeting Services Portfolio meeting, Education Portfolio patients complain over the strong smell of of Special Needs children transitioning from smoke throughout the building. February 5th Finance Meeting to discuss daycare to AMBE Head start. program funding will not let them be off ChristmasDecember get 17th together Special Needs Meeting, • Requesting their own building but the budgets for 2015/2016 Akwesane Mohawk Board of Education February 9th- Finance-Health Department The AMBE Electronic Recycling event raised site from the Medical Clinic & the Wholistic Budget Review for 2015/2016 $800 which was then used to purchase December 18th Meeting with Elders & the Wellness program which oversees it. February 10th Special Meeting of Council equipment for Food Services. Traditional Medicine Program • This is an outstanding issue going back February 12th Department of Social Portfolio December 19th Health Portfolio meeting, as far as seven years, the lack of funding meeting; Social/Health/Education meeting I was in contact with Community Health & Kawehnoke that was in need of an inspection Christmas Party for AMBE schools teachers, for them to build a new building & lack of February 17th Special Council Meeting the EHO to request inspection of a home on Educationprincipals & Portfolio staff Meeting Kawehnokespace within Waterline the medical Meeting facility. Phase 2 February 18th -Meeting at AMPS for Search & H Contract 9 Construction Rescue/ Recovery with members from SRMT, are ealthbeing Board held Meetingwith Cornwall presentation Community on the Ifor Contacted mold as well the asMohawk immediate Nation attention. Council to anythingHAVFD, AMPSneeded & by some HAVFD, members donations of Council, of food HospitalMaternal to further Wellness the Project; relationship future meetingswith our A statistical report was done on Post- to discuss the search team’s needs as well as current situation of the building condition Secondary students, they will be able to further -Lazore’s Construction has met with Federal request a new Haudenosaunee flag for the to the Health Board an update to the project funding for Post-Secondary students Bridge Corporation as well as Seaway were plenty & a request of fuel was met with moreCommunity of a Healthcultural Program, representation Healthy of Babies our Iakhihsohtha facility in Snye. both full time & part time studies.There will International Bridge Authority & Enbridge setting up an account at Twin Leaf in Fort & Dept. of Health. We are working on getting students, possible additional funding may be of Admin 2 Mohawk Government building. be an Ontario wide meeting on Special Needs Gas, along with Department of Technical Covington to cover costs for the volunteers in Participated in the AANDC New Paths review communities • Upcoming air quality tests will be Services, for the upcoming work in the the search/rescue team. Discussion was had people, our culture & language to be present to review proposals from First Nation underwater cameras, further meetings will performed & then meetings will be held as sought through AANDC proposals. corridor to provide waterline to community about outfitting our HAVFD departments with in the delivery rooms and the obstetrics ACTIVITIES FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY to alternative accommodations for Council members. There is a proposal for the FBCL/ ward. We were informed that the hospital is with an added informational focus added their cost as well as a monthly fee charged to 2015 & staff in the meantime. Currently the AMBE website is being updated SIBC offices to get waterline but it will be at happen to see exactly the equipment needed trying to find the space to devote to families • Currently Council & some staff are occupying for the fire departments for search/rescue/ of Akwesasne when they are there to visit new parents, with possible anonymous reporting the board rooms at Kanonhkwat’sheri:io on bullying prevention & information for them for water usage. The realignment will recovery undertakings. or expectant mothers. They realize that for us January 4th Education Portfolio meeting, presentation on Compassion Fatigue, Finance as well as some office space at Admin 1. be going through the parking lot at Peace Tree February 20th- Anne Marie Churchill the delivery process is a special spiritual time Health Board meeting • There will be an “Annual Pandemic Table of incidences in schools. Mall. There will be some minimal disruptions & that all of the families wish to witness; so a January 5th Special Meeting of Council Top Exercise” to be held at the Kanatakon (down to one lane) but this will likely only last review on Department of Technical Services much expanded waiting room will be devoted January 7th Kawehnoke Waterline Meeting, internet for most of the interactions with Recreation to identify any gaps or concerns parentsCurrently for the homework US school as well systems as direct utilize contact the for one week in order to get the waterlines in. on proposed 2015/2016 budgets Ato ournew families. position has been established with AMBE meeting with Acting Director Debbie communityif there was afrom pandemic Accreditation in the community. Canada Enbridge will be onsite for all construction for February 23rd- Department of Technical the Community Health nurse that is called an Terrance • There were surveyors who came into the safety purposes. Environmental plans as well Services Meeting- During the Portfolio meeting January 8th Interviews at AMBE for the Special for any concerns they may have, so AMBE roadsas proposed completed traffic to plansthis point have are: been submitted we went over the 10 Yr. Nation Building MeetingProject Officer to meet with Dept. of Health, Dept. of is looking at this model to utilize as well as & construction will start the week of the 17th, CouncilInvestment of Akwesasne Strategy whichin order includes of importance all the budgeting,“Auntie” who cooking goes inon &a helpsbudget with and lifenewborn skills, January 10th Akwesasne Membership Board Social Services, Human Resources, DTS, be more interactive & informational in their Capital Projects to be developed by Mohawk time management, organizing, sewing skills, ourExecutive Accreditation Services, for Finance our departments & Council. website. Mitchell Road January 23rd Meeting with Department of This was in part with our evaluations for All three schools will be doing a collaborative McCumber Road North & also to serve as a reference of future projects care. She also goes into clients homes to help Health, Cornwall Community Hospital, Dr. effort to better education & prevent incidences Bear Road needed for the community. The plan is based give the young mothers a break in their day so Alsani, Dr. Dehimbo which is now done every four years. of bullying within the school system. Angus Delormier Road on a 5-10 yr. plan then onwards to an overall that they can rest. January 26th off for Midwinter Ceremony ACTIVITIES FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER Mohawk Lane plan for all three districts. As funding becomes -Conference call with Paula Doering VP 2014 They will be utilizing the leadership teams Wo l f L a n e a v a i l a b l e t h e n t h e y w o u l d b e m o v e d u p t h e l i s t . keepingDr. Dan the Hovsepian existing hasstaff purchased with no changes the dental and Champlain Regional Cancer Program to Kawehnoke Waterline Project for each school to promote & better inform D e n n i s J o c ko Ro a d clinic from Dr. Rachel Navaneelan and is discuss funding for an Ontario Tele-health December 2nd There was no Special Meeting parents of what is going on in their schools; Paul Taxi Rd. (3 outstanding homes for internal Nursing Position Decemberof Council 4th as Finance there was Committee no quorum, Meeting Health this could also be incorporated into the AMBE hook up) We are on target for the budget of Phase 2 of no change in services. -DTS/Dept. of Health meeting spring weather starts with only one road left Meeting Board Meeting school boards goals for the year. Okwaho Road (some homes may still require the Waterline, it will be starting up again once - Kanonhkwat’sheri:io 1st Floor Design parents be aware as well as to encourage internal hook ups) clinicsThe Department and to track ofstudents Health who is stillare studying actively Health Board Meeting December 8th Special Meeting of Council The intent is to be unified in all efforts to help Martin Road (some homes may still require to be done which is David Lane & restoration looking for new doctors to service our existing Meeting December 9th Admin 2 Personnel Relocation internal hook ups) will be completed then. participation for the school year. Walter Delormier Road (some homes may still in the Health field. • The environmental health officer presented Page 30 ONKWE’TA:KE December 10th Kawehnoke WaterlineFebruary Meeting 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 31 Tsi Snaihne District Chief April Adams-Phillips Annual Report the proposals, recommend a selection, Standard Freeholder resolution of Council in December of 2013, Council resolution and mandated to review Recently, the Economic Development Officer with an effective date of April 1, 2014. was interviewed by the Co-Major: work with the selected consultant firm about how MCA can keep Akwesasne’s Portfolios Held from April 2013-March 2014 with the Directors, and then the Program the economic leakage study was discussed MCA is committed to providing and to provide routine updates, reports, and consumers on Kawehnoke. In the interview Managers and Supervisors evaluations were any additional tasks mandated by Council maintaining a working environment based recommendations to Council, and to fulfill MTehotiiennawakoninors: completed. The next evaluations conducted on respect, dignity, equality, and safety as well as a Buy Local Campaign that is the will be on the frontline workers. The overall appear in the cornwalltribute, which is a for all MCA employees. A healthy and throughout the duration of the project. biggest focus for Akwesasne. The article will goal of this process is to improve employee safe work environment is free of bullying, DTS, Executive Services, Government performance in the provision of programs discrimination, harassment, and violence. The next step in this process will be the Standard Freeholder Publication. Secretariat,ortfolio Committees: Health, Housing, Public Safety Cand services to our community. apply to all employees of MCA and anyone review of the proposals and the selection of The Respect in the Workplace Policy will the consultant firm. Walking Trails P limate Survey Department of Tehotiiennawakon life of our community members, diminish In an effort to improve the overall quality of Quebec Hydro, Finance Committee, Successful organizations work together the effects of diabetes in our community, performing services on behalf of the MCA PAT, Community Fund Review Team, to address problems and create a positive contractors, consultants, suppliers, students (with the exception of Council) such as Economic Leakage Study International Government Liaison, Dundee work environment. MCA hired BizXcel on work placements, summer students, community members, the Department of The Economic Development program has and respond to requests made by our Claim, OPG Implementation Committee, as a consultant to conduct an Employee decided that it would be beneficial for an Working Conditions Task Group, Cultural Climate Survey in order to gain insight into decide what needs to be adapted to volunteers, clients, community members, Economic Leakage Study to be conduct Tehotiiennawakon is considering the idea Language Committee, Housing Authority MCAour employees’determine perceptionsif there are ofgaps their between work accommodate our growth and future UPDATES/ACHIEVEMENTS/CHALLENGES and visitors to MCA facilities/properties. in Akwesasne and hired MNP LLP as the of developing walking trails in both Tsi environment. This information would help roles and responsibilities of management, study is to determine how much spending The policy also includes provisions on the takesconsulting place firm outside to do of it. Akwesasne The intent by of our the Snaihne and Kawehnoke. Proposals for the community members and our businesses, development of these two walking trails The following information provides you wouldhow things be determined are and how by things analysing should the be. addressdirection; the issue of bullying, harassment, employees and the Human Resources have been accepted and have been reviewed with a summarized update on the various The potential for improvements to be made 4. office; the consequences of violating the by the Tehotiiennawakon Portfolio Chiefs. areas of interest, achievements attained, and 5. policy; the confidentiality of complaints and rather than being spent locally in Akwesasne. The development of these walking trails has challenges overcome in reaching for goals. information provided by our employees. thatnegativity, is communicated and favoritism to all through employees the Workplace Improvements investigations; protection from retaliation; This is what is referred to as economic been left in the hands of Tehotiiennawakon 3 development of a zero tolerance policy what is not considered harassment; leakage. personnel. The employee climate surveys were Community support for local business is a assistance for employees; and where to 60° Evaluations conducted over the summer of 2013 and and enforced, without exception; find procedures. The next step will be the Environment MCA hired BizXcel as a consultant in an overwhelming 514 surveys were filled 6. leadership―this means that a leader development of a Respect in the Workplace outsidekey component our community of a strong and economy. also why We this need is Chief Adams-Phillips presented to the wellorder our to employees conduct 360° perform evaluations in areas on such our out. Based on the information received, 7. shouldemphasize focus primarily training on the in growth servant and Policy and Procedures Manual that will to find out how much money is being spent Standing Committee on Environment and asemployees leadership, as acommunications, means to evaluate problem how anthe analysis consultant of the prepared information and delivered―including a well being of people and the community― include the procedures for filing a complaint, work together to recapture at least a portion Sustainable Development on February 25, strengths,report in Octoberweaknesses, 2013 and which opportunities contained so that our leaders put the needs of mediation, administrative investigations, ofhappening. that amount, Once whichthat is willdetermined, strengthen we ourcan 2014 to submit comments on the water building, change management, and as well as ― and risk assessment. quality of the Great Lakes Basin. The St. solving, decision making, relationship Lawrence River at Akwesasne is one of 43 for organizational growth others first and help people develop and consumer cost for the shopper who buys due to contaminants such as mercury and Organizational Review local economy. Even though there is a higher areas of concern in the Great Lakes Basin eachaccountability. employee The by other360° evaluationpersonnel involvessuch as recommendations for improvements to be perform as highly as possible; and MCA decided to conduct an organizational numerous surveys being completed on made. 8. should be trained on employee orderreview to basedlook at onfour aprimary recommendation categories: locally, there is a greater benefit to our overall PCBs. Akwesasne has been actively involved report included: 9. engagementdirectors, managers, skills― employees and supervisors are structure,contained policies in the and climate procedures, survey report,programs in economy when everyone shops local. The proposalin the development was submitted of two Remedialto AANDC Action for their supervisors, their direct reports, and The recommendations contained in the looking for leaders who can not only Economic Leakage Study is the first step in Plans for this area. In addition, a funding their peers. Participation in this process is improving our economy. It is the information mandatory for all employees. to promote transparency and to also manage their day to day struggles and services, and risks/liabilities. The goal gathering stage. us to develop our own water law and 1. demonstratesharing the to results employees of thethat survey their andinspire issues them―the and three motivate key competenciesthem but can whileof the strengthening organizational connections review is to to promote culture regulatory framework. MCA’s environment plansThe results that will of theassist evaluations employees will in making lead to that should be trained are leading, improvements and efficiencies within MCA The study will be conducted through program has developed a culturally based the creation of performance improvement managing, and doing andsurveys you ofare our encouraged community to membersparticipate and in environmental assessment process that input is valued; ― and future capabilities of self-governance. local businesses starting on March 31, 2014 ismeets used and for exceeds all projects the requirements in Akwesasne of andthe toimprovements be completed in anyannually area whereto measure they maythe 2. To this end, MCA sent out a limited tender Canada Environmental Assessment Act. It be lacking. The intent is for follow-up surveys 3. completing an organizational review MCA commissioned a working task group request for proposals to four consultant this survey. The report that results from the considering that MCA’s budget Respect in the Workplace Policy firms to conduct an organizational review. completed surveys will be shared with the has been harmonized to use on projects improvements made. administeredhas doubled to since has not 1994 changed yet how―to community and the next step in improving ainvolving First Nation partners Annex outside to the Canada-Ontario of Akwesasne. seethe how organization things are done is governed currently and completedto draft a respectthe policy in and the it Workplace was accepted Policy by Three proposals were received and a project our local economy will be discussed. Akwesasne actively supports the inclusion of The rollout of this process began at the top three years ago. The working task group advisory committee was established by Pagewith 32 the Executive Director, was continued ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 33 Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin education systems and meet with our communities who are the legitimate rights Update: Kawehno:ke District Chief Abram Benedict . for a disruption on Kawehnoke on March 22, holders to discuss and take steps necessary separate resignations from board members The inclusion of such an annex would 2014 and informed the community that the to address the chronic underfunding of our I who could not continue to participate on serve to engage First Nations in respectful Emergency Operations Center (EOC) would trust everyone is in good spirits and health. and cooperative ways and strengthen the be activated on that day. The SRMT sent out the community that they opposed disruption Caucus communities take all actions to work concerningAs always, my I’m report, pleased please to provide do not you hesitate with relationship between First Nations, Ontario, a news release on March 20, 2014 informing witheducation partners systems; to counter and that the theFirst Iroquois Nation my monthly report. If you have any questions the board due to conflicting interests with and Canada. discussedtheir jobs. at Consultants length what provided consensus an decision update In an effort to increase the economic to our community’s ability to cross the to contact me at the Mohawk Government makingon the decisionlooks like making and how project. this project The board will Economic Development bridges and travel within our territory. Education Act. office by phoning 613.575.2348, by e-mail at [email protected], through discussed the role of the membership as well development potential for our community, theOn Marchcommunity 22, 2014 member the EOC who was operationalplanned to An Iroquois Caucus Education Summit was MINIfacebook,STRY or OonF twitter.CHILD REN AND YOUTH asbe recruitmentrolled out at andthe Juneeligibility meeting. standards The board for personnel of the Economic Development for a total of five (5) hours. As it turned out, tentatively scheduled for April 2014 in SERVICES program and Tehotiiennawakon Portfolio Tyendinaga. Technicians to participate from - Chiefs have been exploring the possibility of take over the abandoned customs house each community are to be identified. Food Bank, Distribution Center, and ence call with the Ministry of Children and worknew boardand upcoming members. sectoral The shared meetings services to developing numerous projects with partners had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Community Gardens On January 12, 2015 I took part in a confer group provided an update on the ongoing who are willing and able to invest in such The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service projects. Meetings to discuss project ideas, (AMPS) was able to execute the warrant Youth Services (MCYS). The conference call talk about what further services would be potential costs, and investment opportunities once his whereabouts were known. The Requests were made at a Tsi Snaihne KAWEHNO:KE DISTRICT MEETING reported in the Standard Freeholder roundtable,was arranged scheduled to review to the take final place details on Feb for- examined for sharing potential. have been taking place with representatives arrest took place on March 22, 2014 and was District Meeting for Akwesasne to have a and objectives of the upcoming leadership concerns brought forward at the District from around the world. In fact, a potential were no disruptions to our ability to .cross The andfood fruits bank. grown This ideain the is community, being looked tended into - Kawehno:ke District Meeting, with approxi- we did not reach this threshold. Some other investor has invited us to visit China in the EOC was deactivated at 1:00 pm and there as well as the concept of having vegetables ― to by community members, and distributed nalruary Affairs 4, 2015. are to The present Minister the draftof Children Aboriginal and On January 19, 2015 we held our monthly - spring of 2014 to tour some of the projects Youth Services and the Minister of Aborigi- Meeting were concerns about Special Needs they have invested in and have agreed to the bridges and travel within our territory. - edmately on the eleven upcoming (11) community referendum members on the Iat in- funding and what other programs are avail cover the costs associated with the visit. The collaborated efforts of the MCA, the to any Akwesasronon who are hungry. The Public Safety Children and Youth Strategy at the leader attendance. The Director of Justice present able through MCA. Community members SRMT, their respective emergency planning fordevelopment it to be implemented of a food bank in wasthe communityincluded in ANNship UroundtableAL BUDGET meeting. REVIEW PROCESS stated that there is a need to better advertise personnel, and AMPS ensured that public the MCA Strategic Plan for 2012-2015 and in the Two Row Times - athróna Raotiientáhtsera (Couples Property lawthis information.by MCA and Anotherthe Financial concern Management raised was On March 12, 2014 an article was published Iroquoissafety was Caucus maintained. Niawen ko:wa! collaboration, and cooperation of a number sparkedLaw) and some explained good why debate the referendumwith the mem was- the development of a financial management quoting an Akwesasne it would require the participation, Over the last several months, Mohawk Coun being conducted again. The presentation the concerns and will be following up with community member as having plans to take cil of Akwesasne’s Executive Services and Board. The District Chiefs present noted all over the abandoned customs house located Chief Adams-Phillips attended the Iroquois of MCA and SRMT departments as well as Finance program personnel have been going- bers present. One concern brought up was on Kawehnoke on March 22, 2014 and Caucus meeting on February 5-6, 2014 in communitynumerous volunteers to undertake from and the it community. would be through the annual budget review process.- that thesome law community appears to members give recognition feel that to respectiveVACATION departments and individuals. inviting supporters to come to Akwesasne in Kahnawake. At this meeting the communities This would be a worthwhile goal for our a resolution rejecting the First Nations This process includes sitting with each di non-members. Another concern raised was support of his planned actions. In response, that make up the Iroquois Caucus signed rector of the respective departments to re collaboratedthe MCA’s Emergency to ensure Measures that the Program health and ideasmake implemented,a positive impact please on ourlet yourfight Districtagainst view their proposed operational (financial)- MCAthe law was contradicts holding another other referendum Akwesasne when laws. SRMT’s Emergency Planning Department Education Act; demanding that Canada diabetes. If you are interested in seeing these From January 21, 2015 to January 28, 2015 I safety of our community would be maintained passage, or implementation of legislation budget. On January 12, 2015 I participated There were also concerns around why the immediately cease any further development, with these ideas may make the difference in wasAKWE outS AofS NEthe HOUofficeS INGon vacation. AUTHORITY Areasin the ofannual concern budget included review the of outstandingthe Ahkwe - Chiefs know. Your input and participation uncollectedsahsne Mohawk balances Board due of Education for the hot (AMBE). lunch our couple’s property law was already voted if the publicized plans were carried out. The on First Nation education; demand that rector explained how federal legislation on to community members about the potential program and the projected expenses for the on and accepted by our community. The Di MCA sent out a warning on March 19, 2014 Canada recognize and respect the Aboriginal whether or not they become a reality. - On January 29, 2015 I attended our monthly- Right to jurisdictional control of our own enacted and that in order for Akwesasne to Littering on Ice/River Violates Akwesasne By-Law beMatrimonial exempted Realfrom Property its application, (MRP) wehas need been- Akwesasne Housing Authority meeting. We post secondary program. AMBE will contin reviewed two letters received by the Hous ue to work with finance to accurately project ing Department. Department personnel passed financial resources required to operate the provided background on each file for the The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne shore line within Akwesasne. If left out, the Collection and Disposal By-Law No. 13 ed 1900 Akwesasne voters to participate in ONTARIOdepartment. A SSOCIATION OF CHILDREN’S our own vote, based on our total number of Authority members’ consideration. Follow- orCompliance for crossing Program to please is urging not throw anyone garbage who garbage will eventually fall into the river said personJanuary shall be 8,1973 liable statesto be ordered that any to up letters outlining the Housing Authority’s uses Akwesasne’s for recreation after the spring melt. Litter contributes to violation of this law is a chargeable offence; AID SOCIETIES eligible voters. This required “threshold” as- it’s called, is to ensure that our Akwesasne decision have since been sent to the commu- the pollution of the river and harms wildlife - Couples Property law is accepted by Aborigi ingnity Department members affected. on new Theconstruction Authority loans also onto the ice. It is everyone’s responsibility (fish and birds) as well as poses a danger to clean up the garbage. a replacement to the application of the fed- On January 15, 2015 I attended the monthly nal Affairs Northern Development Canada as andreviewed made recommendations their own recommendations from the Hous to Garbageto discard left waste behind back onat yourthe homes.ice litters the swimmers in the summer. Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Soci Please help keep the waterways clean for the where our community accepted our own law, eties board meeting in Toronto. The board eral MRP law in Akwesasne. In the first vote The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Garbage continued use now and in the future. Council for final decision. Page 34 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 Februarypassed two2015 (2) motions to accept two (2) ONKWE’TA:KE Page 35 Preventative Home Maintenance Rat Management Guidelines and Tips during the inspection. it is recommended ato bleach wear protectivesolution to gloves clean rodentand a mask nesting to areasavoid andbreathing entry inpoints any fecalto get matter. rid of Useany pheromones left behind that may attract Seal off openings to your home and eliminate disposal. theirhome likely all food openings sources. need to be sealed off • To adequately keep rats out of your controlling3. Glue Boards rats, as they are much less future rodents. Glue traps aren’t recommended for • Store firewood away from the house. – remember rats only need an opening of • Clean areas under stoves refrigerators In1/2” addition or the sizeto exclusion, of a nickel careful to gain storage entry effective for rats than for mice. and dishwashers. ofto yourfoods home. and elimination of clutter are licensed exterminator is an option when the • Keep counter tops clear of food. General Facts about Rats • number4. Pest of Control rats around and a Extermination building is high by and a • Do not leave glasses of water out overnight. invaluable or around steps your in yard, the fightthey are to controlusually • Rats are some of the most troublesome • Store dry food, pet food and birdseed in rats. If Norway rats become established use of toxic baits to achieve adequate control and damaging rodents. sealed containers. structures and property, and transmit is required, especially if there is a continuous • They eat and contaminate food, damage • Clean pet bowls at night. parasites and diseases to other animals obtaining food from obvious sources. re-infestation from surrounding areas. Rodent Proofing Your Home • Keep storage areas free of clutter. These include garbage, outdoor dog • Rodent-Proof hard-to-access areas that pens, vegetable gardens, compost piles, screen around the foundation and under and humans. tend to be neglected. and or bird feeders. • Repair or replace damaged ventilation • Rat-borne diseases include Hantavirus • Store supplies or materials off the floor. managed house or yard for a colony of rats (a deadly disease), bubonic plague, Rat • Store firewood away from the house. Remember, it only requires one poorly the eaves. Any crack, gap or hole that is - bite fever, Leptospirosis (rat urine), Akwesasne Medical Clinic (613) 575-2341 ext. 3215 March 2015 ¼” or larger should be repaired. In holes which can result in liver and kidney Ratto take Traps over the neighborhood. largerthat are holes 2” oror smaller,gaps use Stuff-Fit sheet metal Copper or MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY damage and viral infectious diseases. 2 3 4 5 6 Mesh or Pur Black Foam can be used. In Rats are responsible for having been Dr. Forson Dr. Forson Dr. Forson Dr. Levac Dr. Forson climatescarriers ofand fleas. conditions and are often Walk-in 8:30-11:30 By Appt Walk-in - 2:00-3:30 By referrals Men’s Clinic, By Appt There are 3 types of rat traps commonly used hardware cloth with less than ¼” mesh Dr. Saylor 8:30-11:30 & 9:00-3:30 8:30-11:30 • Rats live and thrive in a wide variety of found in and around homes and other for rodent control: Snap Traps, Glue Traps, to repair the area. By Appt. By Appt – 5:00-6:30 Dr. Saylor buildings, on farms, and in gardens and and Electronic Traps. • Provide a tight-fitting cover for the crawl 9-Noon & 2:00-3:30 Walk-in 9:00-Noon andspace. wires that enter through walls or the Appt. 2:00-3:30 9 10 11 12 13 1. Snap Traps • Seal all openings around pipes, cables, trapping is good trap placement in areas Dr. Forson Dr. Forson Dr. Forson Dr. Levac NO open fields. The most important technique for effective • The most common rats are the black or Walk-in 8:30-11:30 By Appt Walk-in - 2:00-3:30 By referrals DOCTOR arefoundation. screened and that the screens are in 8:30-11:30 & 9:00-3:30 roof rat and the brown Norway rat. Both of high rodent activity. The most common • Be sure all windows that can be opened By Appt – 5:00-6:30 species typically live a year or less and trapping mistake is using of too few traps. Make sure internal screens on roof and can grow in excess of 40 cm. be placed out, but left unset and baited for a good condition. 16 17 18 19 20 • Rats exhibit aggressive behavior when DR. FORSON OFF Dr. Saylor DR. FORSON OFF NO DR. FORSON OFF For “extra cautious “rats, rat traps should • Make sure all exterior doors are tight threatened. They may fight, chase, bite ON By Appt. ON DOCTOR ON attic air vents are in good repair. VACATION 9-Noon & 2:00-3:30 VACATION VACATION Signsand of box. Rat Infestation couple days prior to setting the traps. • If gnawing damage is present on doors, afitting metal and kick weatherproofed plate should be at theinstalled bottom. to 23 24 25 26 27 The simple, wooden rat-size snap trap is the • Presence of dead or living rats. DR. FORSON OFF DR. FORSON OFF DR. FORSON OFF NO Dr. Saylor least expensive option. Newer plastic, single- Walk-in 9:00-Noon • Rat droppings. ON ON ON DOCTOR kill rat traps are also available which are Anyprevent tree any branches additional or hedges gnawing. that touch VACATION VACATION VACATION Appt. 2:00-3:30 • tendRats to also follow tend the to same leave paths dirt orafter grease they Nutmeats,easier to set dried and fruit,to clean. bacon, or a piece of pet • Inspect all trees and hedges near home. marks along walls and floorboards. Rats 30 31 Dr. Forson’s or hang over the house should be cut back Dr. Forson Dr. Saylor LIFE LABS @ pt. limit is 15 have been established. food are attractive bait for traps. grassto prevent short and rodent trim from bottom using of bushes them asto Walk-in 8:30-11:30 By Appt. Akwesasne Medical Dr. Saylor’s • The presence of damaged materials and 9-Noon & 2:00-3:30 exposepathways soil onto beneath and andinto eliminatethe house. rodent Keep Clinic pt. limit is 12 large holes in floorboards and walls are 2. Electrocution Traps 20 Pt. limit During their walk-in clinics sure signs of infestation. Rat Prevention Tips: These trapsare expensive but effective. Clean up any rodent feces and urine found These traps need to be checked frequently, harborage areas. Page 36 and dead rodentsONKWE’TA:KE should be removed for • February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 37 1980 Map of the St. Regis Reservation - Extra Census Bulletin. Indians. the Six Nations of New York by Thomas Donaldson General Allotment Act – 1887 Plate 19 - Wolf Belt, Tadadaho, and other Wampum Belts - From New York State Museum Entsiakwakaèn:ion Tsi ni Kionkwe:non Bulletin: Wampum and Shell Articles “ We will be looking back at where whe came from” Fighting on All Sides: 1812-1900 The Dawes Severaltyth Act of 1887 was signed Plate 27 - Iroquois chiefs reading belts in Brantford, Canada, 1871 - From New York State into Law by President Glover Museum Bulletin: Wampum and Shell Articles (Part 3 of 3: 1880-1900) on February 8 , 1887. The goal of the act was to break up any traditional collective lengthy and has been broken into three that Tribes still retained by dividing all his era of Akwesasne’s History is very Reservation lands into individual lots that would be turned over to the male head of an andsections. the Thechanges First with section the focused International on the “Indian family.” By making the individual a impacts of the War of 1812 on Akwesasne private land owner, the government would T then sell all excess reservation land for Border. The second section focused on the profit to settlers. While Akwesasne and the Residential Schools and mindset of the agreements,remaining New the York First State Nations Haudenosaunee peoples in Indian Act. This Final section will discuss were protected by previously applied the illegal surrender of the Dundee Lands lead to dispossession of large tracts of and the evolving leadership models in the Western United States were not and Akwesasne.“We want our rights!” – Mrs. Mitchell Solomon, eighty-two landsTsikaristisere to settlers. / Dundee Lands: year old grandmother in 1899 Expired Leases At the conclusion of the French and Indian mindsets and differing of opinions This last section deals primarily with Iroquois chiefs reading belts in Brantford, Canada 1871 Wars, British soldiers began surveying assimilating practices, land ownership From New York State MuseumBulletin: Wampum and Shell Articles when it came to preserving culture, Wolf Belt, Tadadaho, and other WampumBelts the islands and wetlands on Akwesasne’s From New York State MuseumBulletin: Wampum and Shell Articles construction of a railway bridge that would eastern portions. Akwesasne Mohawks of assimilation practices the community Councillors and Chief Councillor, who then and political leadership. After a generation began calling the lands, Tsikaristisere, disappearing cultures and how important with the Haudenosaunee and especially the Act was to institute the elections of Band south shore, the project impacted the meaning “where the chains are dragged,” connect the island of Montréal with the th Agentsreferring began to the leasing iron these survey lots chains to settlers that begins to get more involved with making Nations old way of life before they become and friend, but would collect sacred items have the authority of create by-laws which asked if Mohawk men would be willing to inwere the used hopes to measure.of generating The earlyincome Indian for a stand and fighting for what little the it is for museums to preserve the First Seneca Nation. She was accepted as an ally would be enforced after the Superintendent village of Kahnawake. The bridge company Akwesasne and to encourage settlers to community had left at the end of the 19 General’s consent. A clause in the Indian Last of a Dying Race: Museum Many professionals and wealthy collectors collect items with the good intention of adapted to working on the high steel, which century. fully assimilated and lost. for the New York State Museum. She would Act 1867 allowed already established ‘life work on the project and very quickly they Protections began paying First Nations for sacred items they are replaced after breach of duties then starting the long Mohawk tradition of term Chiefs’ to maintain their office until occupy ‘unused’ Reserve lands. Many of the saving them in museums, before they could medicine bundles, eagle feathers, masks replace any traditional based leadership leases would be set for 999 years with 99 Following the end of the last ‘Indian Wars” beltsbe lost from to fire the or differentsold to a privateHaudenosaunee collector. or death. This act then would be used to Ironworking. and burial artifacts. Such items could be Akwesasne also began Ironworking and year renews. toin theeducate western the UnitedFirst Nations States inpopulation, the early She collected a great number of wampum collectors would do the collecting with startedShortly working thereafter, rail Mohawk bridges menand fromsteel Eventually, the settlers of Tsikaristisere many1880s, andanthropologists ongoing assimilation and museumspractices and even wampum belts. Many times the and governance on the reserves with Wampum Keepers including, the Hiawatha petitioned Lower Canada (Quebec) to the belts would be in safe keeping with the religiousmandatory based elections schooling, every public three health, years. th Canadianincorporate political them intorepresentation the Township and of charity work in mind, but many ‘art’ dealers museum,and Tadadaho and thatBelts. one With day the the promise belts would that The areas of law-making would cover: and then sell sacred items, including but construction in nearby cities. On September Dundee in 1882, which open them up to began fearing the end of the, “Red Race.” would do whatever they could to acquire be returned when the Haudenosaunee felt trespassing, maintaining public buildings, 6 , 1898 when the Cornwall-Cornwall in Dundee and would not enforce lease andMany this began would collecting include writing everything down they of sub-divisions of lands, animal and human Island Bridge collapse while nearing could from the last surviving First Nations, paymentstaxation. The and Indian also Agentcharged Davidson Akwesasne lived not limited to outright lying, bribery, grave Indian Advancement Act – 1884 then later be incorporated into the Indian completion over a dozen ironworkers capable to care for them. road and bridges. These provisions would robbing, and theft. Museums would also add deterfell to Mohawk their death Ironworkers including as several the trade men languages, oral history, stories and songs. to the market as many would pay to acquire from Akwesasne. This disaster did not Some of the first moving picture shows Mrs. Converse: Safe Keeping Act, with the goal of making all Reserves act leaseresidents holders for refused trespassing to pay their on reserveannual sacred items to add to their collections. Canada in 1884 passed, “An Act for fear-less Mohawk Ironworkers is known of the Edison Company were of, “Indian as localized governments under Ministry paymentslands that after were they leased. cleared Several and built of theon conferring certain privileges on the more Ironworkers and Bridges still flourishes today and the tradition of writingDances” andand Firstpublishing Nation documents People in regalia. about sanctions and controls. Mrs. Harriet Converse was a wealthy woman advanced Bands of Indians of Canada, with Hundreds of non-native academics began the view of training them for the exercise from New York State that became friendly worldwide. the lots, citing they should have clear title to Page 38 ONKWE’TA:KE of municipal powers.” The goal Feb of 2015 the PageIn 39 1886, when the CP Rail started ONKWE’TA:KE Feb 2015 with lack of payments and seeking much neededlands they timber cleared and and farmland, occupied. Akwesasne Frustrated goal was to have an act drafted that would Mohawk Trustees into a recognized on Akwesasne. Many in Akwesasne had Haudenosauneeeliminate reservation support, lands the bybill allotment failed to leadership and authority over the affairs their own views as what the best possible within New York State. With limited of the reservation with the state agent’s course of action should be taken to resolve petitioned several levels of Canadian and consent. With State recognition and with the question of leadership in Akwesasne. British governments to remove Agent back to Akwesasne use, but no action or Haudenosaunee,pass, thanks in large she part was to formally Mrs. Converse’s adopted annual elective practices the foundation of After the War of 1812 the northern Davidson and to have the lands returned strong opposition. For her support for the the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe was solidified. theirportion breach of Akwesasne of community was trustin conflict in regards with theBy the traditional 1892 census Haudenosaunee it was remarked clan at based how the Deputies of the Seven Nations, due to reply came from either government. by the Seneca in 1891 and given a Seneca leadership,some of the communityand that two was elected also advocating trustees Akwesasne began occupying expired Extra Census Bulletin – 1892 Having no other recourse, men form title. of the time were also part of the traditional to lands and leases. Out of the conflict a leadership model was developed that based lease lots and in 1887 a Commission of As part of the Eleventh Census of the United best to reconcile the opposing leadership communityitself on five but (5) then life-term be life Chief term positions.positions Inquiry was launched to look into the States an extra bulletin was released that leadership. Akwesasne was trying its These terms would be voted on by the settler’s complaints. The commission detailed the history of the Six Nations of modelsAkwesasne and forge Wolf a united Belt leadership voice. listened to a hundred and fifty (150) New York, including Akwesasne. The goal th until they passed on or they were removed heard,settlers’ and testimonies regarding butonly onlytheir fivefarming (5) of the bulletin was to look at the, “history, for breaching the community’s trust. together around a community proclamation Akwesasne residents’ testimonies were , 1898 Mrs. Converse bought present condition, and outlook of the Six On July 24 On June 14, 1842 Akwesasne joined socialNations meetings of New on York.” the different The bulletin New York has a, “Mohawk totem belt” which was also includedskills. When the the recommendation final Commission that Report the observations of the political, religious, and interpretationknown as the of Wolf the Belt belt fromwas a a friendship person in agreewhere toboth unify the “Britishthe community Indian chiefs” and work with was released in February of 1888, it Akwesasne. Mrs. Converse was told that the historical information including statistics agreement between the Mohawk and the “American Indian chiefs and Trustees” State reservations and has a large wealth of the French, seen by with the two central outlined a sharing of timber resources, lands be surrendered. Three days later, the Basket Makers: Income Source peacetogether accords in cooperation.during times of Together war, a refusal they newly appointed Agent Longth conducted a and maps. surrenderbe noted that vote during at a general the winter, meeting a majority in St. 1980 Map of the St. Regis Reservation - Extra Census Bulletin. Indians. the Six Nations of New York by Thomas figures holding hands. She also noted that Regisof the village, population on February left Akwesasne 16 , 1888. seeking It must Donaldson the seven lines signify the Seven Nations wherePart of inthe Akwesasne Extra Census a family Bulletin could spoke make to to recognize any border division between and that the wolf figures represent the the production and profit of basket making, hasour people,always worked and religious towards tolerance. cooperation This guarding door keepers of the Longhouse. and only a small portion of the actual proclamation recognizes that Akwesasne winter camps with firewood supplies, After the Grand Council at Onondaga was recognized on the Mohawk Nation Council The precise interpretation of the belt and its on an average of $250 per year in 1892, reconstructed, a movement was started to nine (9) chief system or part of the twelve andsignificance oral history, in Akwesasne but a deep is respect still discussed for the Whipple Report – 1889 wouldwhich be would about be ten approximately times more $32,300income and in unity. community would remain. With no official have the Mohawk Nation fire be rekindled, (12) ‘Life-Chief’ system in St. Regis. today as there are limited surviving records in today’s money. It was remarked that meeting minutes, Agent Long reported that meetingsand Akwesasne and discussions was viewed had as aoccurred rightful During the latter 1800’s, Akwesasne Dawes Allotment Act, a special Commission the success would be in selling, some the Akwesasne men, “unanimously agreed” insuccessor. Akwesasne During with the the idea 1880’s of promoting several wampum is always maintained. Converse breachesleadership in grew community back to trusta group many of twelveof the Following the Indian Removal Act and the than an average farm in Akwesasne. While to the surrender. a Mohawk Nation Council in Akwesasne would later deliver the wampum belt to (12) clan based titles, but after several owners, especially in Hogansburg would the New York State Museum. In 2010, with By the spring of 1888 Akwesasne became was sent to investigate the, “Indian Problem” entrepreneurial non-Native business of New York State. Named the Report of thea joint community, initiative and from is currently all leadership housed in landslife-long illegally positions and were were not slowly following replaced. the fully aware of the invalid surrender and which would recreate the original Five reports from Akwesasne residents would Special Committee to Investigate the Indian Akwesasne, the Wolf Belt was returned to Several were accused of selling and leasing the greatly undervalued compensation for Nations of the Confederacy. recallwork the monopolies unfair prices on basketthat basket sales. makers Some the lands. Akwesasne submitted a claim in Problem 1889, it is commonly referred MohawkIn April 1888, titles anda condolence Clanmother ceremony positions was all Voices of the People: Unclear community’s best interests. These removed 1981, under Canada’s Specific Claims Policy to as the Whipple Report. The goal of the the Akwesasne Library and Museum. conducted in Akwesasne to raise all nine (9) Leadership theleaders newly who elected have family leaders and clanthat authorityreplaced for Tsikaristisere lands, and the claim was andreport suggest was how to investigate the lands could the remainingbe turned would have to sell their work at or else risk th century, Akwesasne title-holders and nine Clanmothers would Haudenosaunee people and governments then began questioning the authority of partially accepted for negotiation in 1988 of which were lifetime positions. These nine northernhaving them Akwesasne reported toresidents Indian Agentsrisked on the basis of inadequate compensation By the end of the 19 crossingand have thetheir border baskets to confiscated.sell their works Several in the former Life-Chiefs. The community resulting from the 1888 surrender. After over to an allotment process which would found itself with a leadership question. be recognized by the Grand Council at roots in the traditional Haudenosaunee began being divided over procedure and several interruptions over the years, these theremove commission any reservation learned the status process lands and in The political identity of Akwesasne has its Onondaga as being the traditional Mohawk Factionsauthority, began even whenchoosing previous sides leadershipregarding negotiations continue. MCA filed a suit the state. Conducting many interviews seeking remedies such as damages for loss Nation Council fire. This renewed fire was U.S. markets, as it would be considered had breached the community’s trust. traditional leadership and how the different St. Regis Mohawk Tribe clan-based leadership appointments or in Federal Court on February 25, 2002, separate from the already established ‘Life- smuggling by the border authorities. Confederacy. Later, influence of the Catholic colonialstructure treatiesof the surviving affected Haudenosauneethem and the Chief’ leadership that also incorporated Church led to the development of a hybrid ofHau theirdeno Tsikaristiseresaunee lands.Confederacy: group once called the Seven Nations. nine (9) Mohawk Chief Titles plus three (3) Between 1892 and 1898, two New York imposed election procedures. Rekindling Old Fires Following the War of 1812, both the United familyothers. trees A few as families one title in holder Akwesasne could had be State statues would consolidate the their own ideas of leadership and elections state. States and Canadian governments imposed By 1890 the community was divided Page 40 ended up havingONKWE’TA:KE duplicated titles in their February 2015 Pageexistence 41 and authority of the St. Regis ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 At the end of the Commission’s inquiry, the as to their political voice. New York MCA Youth Employee Profile: Abraham Francis authority and their election procedure in Abraham Francis is the son of Kathy Herne State recognized the St .Regis Trustees’ known as John Fire, was fatally shot and and perspectives that people had. community members began keeping the arrested Life-Chiefs were brought to st theirThis isown also written the timerecords where in the Akwesasne Mohawk to receive a position as a Community Health Mohawkthe southern Nation portion. titles Otherand communitytheir clan the Valleyfield jailhouse. and Abraham Francis. He graduated from Representative (CHR) from the Community members supported the rekindled 1888 Afterdown thetheir events efforts, of May and 1 shortly the twelve after (12) the Massena High School in 2010 and went on to Health Program at MCA. The CHR position members of Life-Chief system backed canlanguage still be and found some in Akwesasne records have today even and attend Cornell University with a Bachelor of allows him to utilize his education in a appointed leadership. St. Regis was divided survived to today. Oral history of the 1800’s Science, concentration in Microbiology and new way and the ability to give back to the on the previously appointed Life-Chiefs electionIndian agent was soughtconducted an election with aof selected five (5) minor in American Indian Studies. mediacommunity marketing of Akwesasne. campaigns In hisand position creating as who are connected to the Seven Nations of numberChiefs under of men government from Akwesasne regulations. who were The can give greater insight to other surviving that While promote attending schoolhealth Abe and volunteered healing andin programmingCHR his duties entailfor the event community planning, socialthat Canada but had breached the community’s then brought to an election site in the city records. While people may have varying worked with many community organizations trust and, the new “Chiefs” that were Akwesasne,opinions and it is accountsbest to keep of an events open mind that Abe feels that his experience as Community following the Indian Advancement Act’s have happen over a hundred year ago in hisAkwesasne. community, Through as he had his an volunteering understanding and promotes health and healing. waselection highly protocol opposed under asthe Indianmany Agent’sin the of Cornwall. Instead of five (5), twelve (12) education Abe was inspired to give back to understanding of the space found at the approval. The mandated elective system Health Representative deepens his leadershipChief positions in wereAkwesasne voted and by elected, Canadian and and allow everyone a chance to express communities and efforts to promote health the elections the Indian Agent tried to these men then became the recognized their understanding of Akwesasne’s vast of the roots of trauma in Native American community boycotted and vocally opposed and complex past. intersection of health, culture, and effective Abraham Francis, Community Health Representa- worked toward integrating into main returnedand healing. to his community and was honored programming by learning from an amazing tive beauthorities. lifelong Chiefs, Akwesasne but the then Agent persisted continued that conduct in St. Regis Village. The next period will look at how Akwesasne After receiving his degree from Cornell, Abe team of health care representatives. tothe argue newly that elected the Chief twelve positions (12) Chiefs needed would to During a March election attempt in 1899, stream society andth how the question of Congratulations, NYS Wrestling Champion Nolan Terrance! a group of Life-Chief supporters overtook citizenship and identity persisted in the the Indian Agent’s offices and temporarily beContin electeduation every three (3) years. th century Akwesasne beginning-Written by of Phillipthe 20 White-Cree, century. Aboriginal prevented him from going forward with an tried to use force, they were disarmed by and the Haudenosaunee had endured an Rights and Research Office election. When the Dominion Police guards endlessAt the end assault of the from 19 all sides with the goal Resources of making First Nations people a thing the crowd, and physically forced to leave the History of St. Lawrence and Franklin County, by village. Afterwards, Mrs. Mitchell Solomon, Franklin B. Hough residential schools, museums, and political an eighty-two (82) year old woman who the crowd and denounced any forced of the past. War, disease, assimilation, Notable American Women, 1607-1950: A elections,supported butthe Life-Chiefalso denounced system, theaddressed use of Biographical Dictionary, Volume 1

discord all worked to supplant and divide Bulletin of the New York State Museum: Wampum Akwesasne. By the end Akwesasne didth and Shell Articles (1901) by William M. Beauchamp forceSaio wbyisa protesters.keron: Last Act of Defiance- 1899 survive the worst, and started to work A Historical Listing of the Chiefs at Akwesasne together towards a better future in the 20 (2011) by Salli M. K. Benedict mandated elections, the Canadian Indian century. After several failed attempts to conduct the Akwesasne Letterbooks, Originals at the A Government records of both the st wealth of information on what life was Department of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern , United States and Canada provide a Development, Ottawa. gent resolved to arrest the most prominent Life-Chiefs. On the morning of May 1 National Archives of Canada, Record Group (RG) Mr. Nolan Terrance, a resident of Tsi Snaihne, is the new like in Akwesasne during the 1800’s. 1899, Dominion police quietly arrived in St. 10 Administration by government agents allow New York State Public High School Section X Division 1 Regis village via tugboat and came to arrest us today to have an understanding and New York State Archives, Assembly Papers Vol. 4 Wrestling Champion. the ‘ringleaders’ and troublemakers of the precise record of events that transpired in On Saturday, February 28, 2015 Nolan defeated Edwin theanti-election Indian Agents system house protests. with Somethe premise of the Treaty no 252 and 253 (Dundee Surrender) March beAkwesasne understood during that the the 1800’s. phrases While and words these 28th, 1888. Department of Register General of ofLife-Chiefs job creation, and but supporters were instead were arrested lead to Rubio 2-1 in double overtime. usedrecords in arethese available records for can research, be considered it must Canada With the victory Nolan won Massena Central first state Extra Census Bulletin. Indians. The Six Nations of New York State (1892) by Thomas Donaldson wrestling championship. wentby the to police.rescue Inthe the Chiefs conflict and in the a struggle brother primaryracist and source, sexist do comparedtake the time to to today’s fully of one of the Life-Chiefs, Saiowisakeron, Congratulations Nolan! You have made Akwesasne very standards. Therefore when reviewing any How Democracy Came to St. Regis (2009) by understand the many different mindsets Rarihokwats proud! Best of luck to you in all your future endeavors. with the Dominion police was shot twice. PageSaiowisakeron 42 ‘Ice that Flows’ or also ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 43 Kid’s Page Health & Fitness Camp Sponsored By: Akwesasne Child and Family Services for KIDS Hey Parents! Are you looking to get your kids off the couch during the Spring Break?! Or are your kids looking for something fun to do and make new friends at the same time while you are at work?! Fun Activities: Lacrosse Skills Development Nutrition Education Arts and Crafts Scavenger Hunts Team Building Game AND MANY MORE! Mike Thompson will be aiding with Lacrosse Skills Development

Date: March 17—19, 2015 Time: 8:00AM—4:00PM Location: Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center Ages: 8-9, 10-11 and 12-13 Registration Deadline: March 13, 2015 Performances and Space is limited! Teachings by NNATC

For More Information or to Register Contact: s! Community Health Program rize e P (613) 575-2341 Ext. 3220 Bik Or Aaron Jock: [email protected]

This Health & Fitness Camp is brought to you by Mohawk Council of Akwesasne — Community Health Program’s Diabetes Prevention Team

Page 44 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 45 HAZARD HELP SHEET FUEL TANK CHECKLIST

ome heating oil fuel tanks should be re- placed if they are anywhere from 15-20 years old or show signs of leakage. An age- H ing tank is not only potentially harmful to the surrounding environment, but could prove costly and inconvenient if its contents escape from your tank. As a homeowner or landlord, you are legally re- sponsible for these costs. So, let’s answer the ques- tions below to complete your Fuel Tank Checklist.

FUEL TANK CHECKLIST Each question is represented by a number on the Fuel Tank image on the top right.

1. Are the tank legs unstable or on a shaky foundation?  Yes  No

2. Are there any signs of rust, weeping, wet spots or dents on the tank?  Yes  No

Is the tank blackened at the low end, around the drain? (This may be 3. Yes No an indication of water in the tank, and resultant corrosion inside the tank.  

Are there any drips or signs of leakage around the fuel line, filter or 4. Yes No Kawehnoke Medical Clinic 613-­‐932-­‐5808 March 2015 valves?   Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 5. Is there danger of snow or ice falling on the tank? Yes No   2 3 4 5 6 NO Dr. Young Dr. Young Dr. Tremblay NO Is the vent clogged or restricted because of snow, ice or insect 6.  Yes  No 8:30-­‐11:30am 8:30-­‐11:30am 1-­‐3pm nests? (Screened vents can help prevent insect nest problems.) DOCTOR Walk in Walk in Walk in DOCTOR 40 patient limit 40 patient limit Is the vent whistle silent when the tank is being filled? (Ask or ob- 7.  Yes  No 9 10 11 12 13 serve the fuel delivery technician.) NO Dr. Young Dr. Young Dr. Tremblay NO DOCTOR 8:30-­‐11:30am 8:30-­‐11:30am 1-­‐3pm DOCTOR 8. Are there signs of leakage or spills around the fill pipe or vent pipe? Yes No Walk in Walk in Walk in   40 patient limit 40 patient limit 16 17 18 19 20 Is the fuel-level gauge cracked, stuck or frozen? Are there signs of 9.  Yes  No NO Dr. Young Dr. Young Dr. Tremblay Dr. Levac oil around it? 8:30-­‐11:30am 8:30-­‐11:30am 1-­‐3pm 9-­‐4pm DOCTOR Walk in Walk in Walk in By referrals

10. 40 patient limit 40 patient limit If mounted outdoors, is the tank rated for outdoor use?  Yes  No 23 24 25 26 27 NO Dr. Young Dr. Young Dr. Tremblay NO 8:30-­‐11:30am 8:30-­‐11:30am 1-­‐3pm 11. What is the age of the tank? (Not usually indicated until after 1998.)  Yes  No DOCTOR Walk in Walk in Walk in DOCTOR 40 patient limit 40 patient limit If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions call your local fuel service pro- 30 31 NO Dr. Young vider to arrange a detailed tank inspection today. 8:30-­‐11:30am DOCTOR Walk in Brought to you by MCA’s Emergency Measures 40 patient limit

Page 46 ONKWE’TA:KE February 2015 February 2015 ONKWE’TA:KE Page 47 Ahkwesãhsne Mohawk Board of Education “Ie thi ha hon:nien – We make the road for them.” Our motto encompasses our vision and mandate of providing our children with the highest quality education possible and “building a road of them” that will lead to success.

Post-Secondary Assistance Program

Session for Parents and Students

Supper will be provided

Information will be presented to students and parents on the application process for AMBE Post-Secondary Assistance. Anyone wanting to attend college/university in the fall of 2015 should plan to attend. Please note this is the only application information session for 2015. RSVP or if you have any questions call Norma Sunday or Veronica Jacobs at 613-933-0409