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:

Mohawk Tribe Announces Referendum Results
Off-Reservation Gaming and Real Estate Purchase
Released 11-21-09

Tribe and American Legion Post Sponsor Operation Recognition
Vets Receive High School Diplomas
Released 11-17-09

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Announces Title Sponsorship
Winter Event Expected to Attract Tourists from Throughout the Region
Released 11-17-09

Tribal Fuel Assistance Account Balances Available to Community Households
Households Must Contact Fuel Suppliers
Released 11-09-09

Tribal Chief James Ransom Attends White House Tribal Nations Conference
Tribal Representatives Discuss Variety of Issues
Released 11-09-09

Tribe To Host Operation Recognition at Mohawk School
Vets to Receive High School Diplomas
Released 11-09-09

Tribal Police Look Into Removal of Border Marker
Federal Agencies Contacted
Released 11-03-09
 
Tribe Schedules Telephone Survey
Shall the CBSA Return to the Customs Facility on Kawehno:ke?
Released 11-01-09

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