The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe is working towards attaining self-sufficiency and to better serve the needs of Akwesasne community members. The keys to self-sufficiency are sound economic development and the provision of essential government services to tribal members. The Tribe strives to strengthen tribal government, while at the same time maintaining traditional Mohawk values.

Since 1973, the Tribal Council has received federal and state funds for a variety of tribally administered programs, all of which employ primarily Mohawk people. Today, the Tribe administers more than 180 state and federal-funded programs that provide essential programs and services to the Akwesasne community.

The Tribe, its two gaming operations--Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and Mohawk Bingo Palace and the First Americans IGA directly employ nearly 1,400 Natives and non-Natives, making it one of the largest employers in Northern New York State. It's 120 tribally registered business employ hundreds more and licensed enterprises provide vital revenue that supports health and senior services, Boys & Girls Club, fire and police departments, and a host of other community programs.

News & Releases:

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Appoints Tribunal to Decide Land Disputes
New Land Dispute Ordinance Takes Effect
Released 02-02-2010

Tribal Election Board Releases Unofficial Referendum Results
Catskills Gaming Project
Released 01-30-2010

Notice to Design Builders - Request for Proposals - Design-Build Project: Owner is requesting for proposals (RFP) from interested individuals or firms for the design and construction of a reed bed system for the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Hosts Grand Opening
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Completes Casino Expansion
Released 01-19-2010

Traffic Accident Claims the Life of Akwesasne Resident
Driver of Vehicle Charged
Released 01-15-2010

First Americans IGA Store Continues Restructuring
Business Space in Building Will be Available
Released 01-12-2010

Mixed Martial Arts Event Not Sanctioned By Tribe
Venue Not Licensed
Released 12-11-09

Notice of Adoption - Land Dispute Resolution Ordinance
The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe hereby gives notice to Tribal members that the Land Dispute Resolution Ordinance has been adopted and shall become effective sixty (60) days from its adoption, or February 1, 2010.

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Schedules Referendum
Voters to Decide Off-Reservation Gaming
Released 12-08-09

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