Lands Unit

The Lands Unit has the authority and duty to govern strategy, scope, and standards for developing the Kahnawà:ke Land Regime, with a comprehensive vision to meet the needs of Kahnawa’kehró:non.

About Us

The Lands Unit works to maintain a balance between development and preservation for the community and future generations.

Services

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Land Management

Responsible for developing and overseeing territorial land use planning and implementation, including the use of common lands in Kahnawà:ke.

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Tioweró:ton

Activities include Land Use Planning, Cabin Site Allotments, Cabin Site Sales and Transfers, Territorial Maintenance, common land use and campground requests, and Surveillance of Boundaries.

Authorized Permits

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawá:ke issues permits within the community for Landfill, Filming, Hawkers & Peddlers, Alcohol and Beverages, and other non-categorized requests. Individuals, establishments or organizations must possess an authorized permit to conduct any regulated activities within the Territory of Kahnawà:ke.

External Government Relations

Participates in and contributes to Intergovernmental Relations groups, funding proposals, and negotiations.

Regulatory Compliance

Carry out inspections, develop orders, and support action in the event of non-compliance to existing community laws, regulations, and policies related to this mandate.

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Land Allotments

Kahnawakehró:non who do not own land for a home can apply for a land allotment through the Lands Unit. Community members wishing to find out ownership of land or what is around their land, or members wishing to apply for an allotment can contact the Lands Unit for more information.

Land Allotment Application Package
Communal Land Allotment Requests

The following Kahnawakehronon have applied for a common land allotment and will be making their communal requests at a Community Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 18, Seskehkó:wa/September 2024, at the Golden Age Club.

Objections to any of these applicants based on the Land Allotment Policy of Kahnawà:ke can be forwarded in written format to:

MCK Lands Unit
Land Management Department
Land Allotment Administrator
P.O. Box 720
Kahnawà:ke Mohawk Territory
J0L 1B0

For more information, please contact Cole McComber at the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke Lands Unit by calling 450-638-8244.

Communal Land Allotment Requests

The following Kahnawa’kehró:non have applied for a Common Land Allotment and will be making their Communal Request for an Allotment at the community meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 27, Onerahtohkó:wa/May 2026 (location to be determined).

APPLICANT(S)MARITAL STATUSFATHERMOTHER
Tehoriwathe Louis BeauvaisSingleKyle Joseph Walter Karoniaktatie BeauvaisLinda Doris Karonhienhawe Delormier
Bria CrossSingleChristian Eugene Tiokerake CrossAlana Kahnatines Robertson
Joshua Dennis Diabo (Karahkwisake Horne previously approved)Common-LawRobin Denis Joseph DiaboPaula Jane White
Joshua JohnsonSingleThe Late Joseph Ernest Johnson 
Tyanna Dekota Katsitsenhaweh KirbySingleMatthew Mike Louis Katsenhoton LazareKathy Kay Katsitsaroroks Kirby
Dantana Brent Tionérahto:ken MelocheSingleClint Pete Tekenatiasere MelocheLorraine Wanda Waiahwe Lahache
Damion-Blaze Aroniahtekna Montour-StandupSingleToby Gerald Joseph PilonKimberly Eileen Josie Montour
Shakokwenniiohstha StaceySingleTerry Brian Louis Oroniakete StaceySheila Horne
John Reider Tehahrha Rice

Cora June Kahsennisakhe Diabo
Common-LawJohn Reidar Arhitonko Rice

Jeffrey John Thaientaneken Lewis Diabo
Vanessa Mary Karonionnions Horn  

Andrea Marie Meredith Wasontanoron Dickson
Susan Jane Kariwaienne WhiteSingleThe Late Michel Harry JacobsThe Late Caroline Mary White

Objections to any of these Applicants based on the Kahnawà:ke Land Allotment Policy can be forwarded, in written format, to:

MCK Lands Unit
Land Management Department
Land Allotment Administrator
P.O. Box 720
Kahnawà:ke Mohawk Territory
J0L 1B0

For more information, please contact Cole McComber at the MCK Lands Unit by calling 450-638-8244.

General Service Request Form

Services by Appointment Only Request Form

You will be contacted by the Lands Unit after your request form is received to set up the appointment date and time. Please be patient.

FAQ

  • When requesting the usage of common land, for the day such as a greenspace or park (2 to 4 weeks)
  • When alterations are being made to the common land, regardless if it is designated or not, which includes structures change in the type of usage
  • When continued usage of a Land Use Agreement is nearing its end
  • When requesting the use of additional land
  • When requesting Land Designations

The Lands Unit must do its due diligence when submitting a package to the Land Management Committee for endorsement or approval. This is important to ensure that all aspects are taken into consideration and that consultations with all stakeholders have taken place. Stakeholders may include the Kahnawà:ke Environment Protection Office, Public Works, Capital Construction, Public Safety, and the Community.

Policies

All Lands Unit policies for clients.

Land Allotment Policy

Download Policy

Tioweró:ton Policy

Download Policy

Tioweró:ton Development And Cabin Ownership Procedures

Download Procedure

Tioweró:ton Territory Management

Activities include Land Use Planning, Cabin Site Allotments, Cabin Site Sales and Transfers, Territorial Maintenance, common land use and campground requests, and Surveillance of Boundaries. Also monitors cabin construction; hunting, fishing and harvesting;

road and bridge maintenance; Territory development and protection; waste management; and assets management. Responsible for maintaining a relationship with Kanehsatà:ke Council Chief representative.

  • Caretakers act as First Responders in emergency situations (health and safety, fire, domestic, accidents, search and rescue)
Procedures
Contact the Caretakers:

Main Entrance: 819-321-3375

North House:  819-424-2377

Easter Holiday office closure

Friday, April 3rd & Monday, April 6th, 2026

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:

 

  • Friday, April 3rd – Administrative offices closed
  • Monday, April 6th – Waste Management services resume as usual; however, there will be no cardboard drop‑offs
  • Monday, April 6th – Transfer Depot will operate with reduced hours, from 8am to 2pm

 

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.