Ratitsénhaienhs Report: Ross Montour
Ratsénhaienhs Ross Montour shares concerns about Canada’s Bill C-5, highlighting how these new laws threaten the constitutional duty to consult Indigenous communities. He details a
November 17, 2025
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Ratsénhaienhs Ross Montour shares concerns about Canada’s Bill C-5, highlighting how these new laws threaten the constitutional duty to consult Indigenous communities. He details a
Ietsénhaienhs Tonya Perron provides an update on the new Community Justice Center currently under construction, expected to be completed by early 2026. She also shares
Ratsénhaienhs Jeffrey Diabo provides updates on key projects including the National Claims Research workshop, a proposed Kahnawà:ke-hosted gathering in 2027, progress on the Mercier Bridge
Ratsénhaienhs Stephen McComber shares updates on Heritage projects, centenarian celebrations, archaeological efforts, and a new metro station honoring Mary Two-Axe Earley—plus a seasonal reminder to
Ratsénhaienhs David Diabo delivers updates on key files including land, fire safety, and emergency response. He discusses the redesign of the second bridge in Tioweró:ton,
Ratsénhaienhs Ryan Montour shares important updates on Public Safety, Gaming, and Housing — from welcoming six new Peacekeepers and promoting ATV safety, to launching a
Ietsénhaienhs Melanie Morrison shares a multi-portfolio update covering progress on the Multi-Purpose Building — now on schedule for a Spring 2026 grand opening — and
Ratsénhaienhs Paul Rice shares updates across three key portfolios: economic development, infrastructure, and administrative affairs. Highlights include progress on wind and solar energy projects, new
Ratsénhaienhs Iohahiio Delisle shares updates on newly launched social support programs, including funeral assistance, parental subsidies, and coverage for health expenses not covered by federal
Ratsénhaienhs Jeremiah Johnson shares updates on legislative developments, including a new request for a banishment law and ongoing efforts to increase capacity within Kahnawà:ke’s Legislative
Ratsénhaienhs Cody Diabo shares updates on back-to-school season, ongoing concerns about funding cuts to Jordan’s Principle, and the Council’s plans to fill service gaps through
Ratsénhaienhs Arnold Boyer shares updates on school safety reminders, Hydro‑Québec’s vegetation plan, OCR roadwork nearing completion, and upcoming highway paving projects. He also highlights new
All administrative offices of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke will be closed.
Please note the following changes to Waste Management Department services during this period:
Garbage pickup service will continue through the holiday without interruption.
All essential services will remain operational throughout the office closures. Regular administrative office hours will resume on Tuesday, April 7th, at 8:30am.