Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs to Meet with Premier of Quebec

Press Release

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform the community that Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs Cody Diabo will be having an initial virtual meeting with Quebec’s Premier, Francois Legault. The primary focus of this discussion will be the development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at establishing clear guidelines for the working relationship between the community and the Quebec government.

Both the Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs and Premier Legault wish to recommit to a collaborative relationship.

The proposed MOU is a key step in setting expectations for the Kahnawà:ke/Quebec Relations process, ensuring mutual understanding, respect, and transparency in all areas of governance and partnership. By setting clear intentions and frameworks for cooperation, the MOU aims to enhance the delivery of services, foster economic development, and strengthen the social fabric between the two parties.

“I am looking forward to a productive conversation with Quebec’s Premier today,” said Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs Cody Diabo. “This MOU will serve as a foundational tool to ensure commitment to working together peacefully, coexisting and respecting each other’s unique perspectives, and striving for mutual understanding.” Further updates will be shared following the meeting, and both parties are optimistic about moving forward with the MOU as a framework for future collaboration.

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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.