MCK begins process for Independent Investigation into the Dismissal of Former Director of Education

03/07/2013

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform Kahnawa’kehró:non that it is proceeding with the independent investigation into the dismissal of the former Director of Education.

The investigation was requested by parents and guardians of students enrolled with the Kahnawake Education Center during a meeting held on June 18, 2012. At that time a committee was mandated to develop a Terms of Reference. Due to a variety of reasons, the investigation has been delayed by several months.

“The MCK has secured the services of an independent firm to conduct the investigation,” said Education Portfolio Chief Rhonda Kirby. “(They) will be responsible for conducting the investigation in accordance with the July 12th Terms of Reference, and with the guidance of the Independent Investigation Steering Committee.”

In order for the investigation to proceed, the above-mentioned Independent Investigation Steering Committee – comprised of up to three representatives – will be created and given the responsibility for ensuring the process is conducted in accordance with the Terms of Reference. The document entitled Call for Interest for Independent Investigation Steering Committee Members contains the necessary details for those interested in participating.

“Once this is done, the process is expected to take up to thirty (30) days,” concluded Chief Kirby.

To submit your interest in serving as an Independent Investigation Steering Committee member, please contact Chief Kirby at 450-632-7500 or by email at rhonda.kirby@mck.ca by 15, Enniskó:wa/March