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“Canada is continuing genocide”
At the daphne art centre in Tiohtià:ke on Friday, those in the room and watching the live stream heard the judges from the Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal read out their verdict: the government of Canada has committed and continues to commit genocide against Indigenous Peoples.
Chiefs frustrated with Bill 1
Discussing Quebec’s proposed constitution, also known as Bill 1, was top of mind at the Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) chiefs’ assembly last week, held in Montreal over four days.
Study shows pattern of violence
The second phase of a study into obstetric violence towards Indigenous women in Quebec has seen almost 100 more individuals share their testimonies with researchers, with stories from more than 130 women demonstrating a pattern of abuse across the province.
Child injured in ATV accident
An accident at Matty’s Park Monday night has put the focus once more on ATV usage in Kahnawake - particularly by those operating them that are younger than the official minimum age of 16.
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June 4, 2026Goodleaf graduates McGill Law
It takes a lot to take a risk and walk away from a stable job, but when Taylor Goodleaf decided to quit a social work role she loved and instead pursue a law degree, she knew that she was making the choice that was right for her.
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June 4, 2026Ramp closures cause huge traffic backlog
While the work done on the Mercier Bridge over the weekend may have finished almost 12 hours early, it is safe to say the first of a three weekend “blitz” of work did not go smoothly for motorists and Kahnawake residents alike.
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June 4, 2026K-Town Expo returns
While doing the promotional tour for this weekend’s K-Town Collectables Expo at other shows and local games stores, there’s one thing Eric Ravenelle likes to hear more than anything else when giving out flyers: “I don’t need one, I’m already coming, I know about it, and it’s our favourite show to go to.”
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May 28, 2026Wild Wild West ordered to vacate
The Superior Court of Quebec has ruled against Elvin “Jason” Diabo, denying his application for nearly $1.8 million in damages against the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) and Tewatohnhi’saktha and giving him 90 days to remove his business.
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May 28, 2026Tribunal hears residential evidence
For Sherlene Bomberry, a survivor of the longest-running residential school in Canada, this week’s hearings at the Permanent Peoples’ Tribunal in Montreal brought about mixed emotions.
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May 28, 2026Gaming discussions continue
Building connections across communities has been the central focus of Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) chief Paul Rice’s work in recent weeks, where he’s been advancing discussions related to gaming for the community.
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May 28, 2026Kahnawake stops for safety
May Kahnawake Stop saw fewer tickets handed out this year than last, with representatives from the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) joining Peacekeepers on the road to promote safe driving.
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May 28, 2026Closures on Mercier
Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI) announced that access ramps located in Kahnawake to get on and off the Mercier Bridge are scheduled to be closed starting tonight (Friday) at 10 p.m. until Monday at 5 a.m.
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May 28, 2026Wahta Mohawks re-join Iroquois Caucus
The Wahta Mohawks have officially rejoined the Iroquois Caucus, marking a move to bring together Haudenosaunee communities and further joint advocacy efforts at government tables.
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May 28, 2026Babysitting in our language
A new course offered by the Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC), in partnership with the Kanien’keháka Onkwawén:na Raotitióhkwa Language and Cultural Center, (KOR) aims to equip youth in the community with babysitting skills - while also fostering their knowledge of Kanienʼkéha.
