MCK supports Tewatohnhi�saktha proposal

06/22/2010

The Mohawk Council of Kahnaw�:ke is supporting Tewatohnhi�saktha�s intent to submit a bid, on behalf of the community, for 25 MegaWatts of wind-generated electricity. The bid, which will be done in partnership with a wind energy leader, is in response to a Hydro-Qu�bec request for proposals from Aboriginal communities.

Representatives from Tewatohnhi�saktha met with Council yesterday (Tuesday) to discuss the issue and to request official support from Chief and Council, which was granted unanimously through a Mohawk Council of Kahnaw�:ke Resolution.

�This is an exceptional opportunity to become involved in an industry that is environment-friendly and could bring Kahnaw�:ke a significant source of income for many years,� said Grand Chief Michael Ahr�hrhon Delisle, Jr.

The location of the proposed operation will not be within the Territory.

Details will be discussed at a community information session that will be held next Thursday, 1 Ohiari�k�:wa/July.