Ratsénhaienhs Montour leave extended

Press Release

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke’s Office of the Council of Chiefs wishes to inform the community that Ratsénhaienhs Ross Montour’s leave has been extended, and he is now scheduled to return to the office on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

Ratsénhaienhs Montour was on Special Leave through July 11th, and will use wellness and vacation time from July 14th to July 22nd for the remainder of the leave.

The following temporary portfolio assignments are still in effect:

  • Environment (Lead): Ratsénhaienhs Stephen McComber
  • Indigenous Rights & Research (Lead): Ratsénhaienhs David Diabo

Ratsénhaienhs Montour’s leave began on Monday, June 2, 2025.

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office closure

Monday, June 22nd, 2026

  • No Cardboard drop-offs
  • Transfer Depot will be closed
  • Recycling, compost, and cardboard pickup service will continue as usual

Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 8:30am.

office closure

Friday, June 19th, 2026

  • All Essential Services will remain in operation
  • The MCK Cashier will close at 12 noon
  • The Transfer Depot will close for the day at 11:30am and will resume operation on Saturday, June 20th, at 8am

Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 8:30am.