| Mohawks of Akwesasne First Nation

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This score indicates the likelihood of conflict based on our SLO Algorithm. On a range of -10 to +10, this score of +3 indicates that Mohawks of Akwesasne is more likely to have conflict over development in their territory.

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Community Profile
Community Profile
Last Updated September 8, 2024
  • Name: Mohawks of Akwesasne (ISC Code: 159)
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  • Number of Registered Members: 13487
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Governance

Band Council

  • GOVERNANCE TYPE:
  • TERM EXPIRES: 09/14/2027
  • CHIEF: VANESSA LEE ADAMS
  • NUMBER OF COUNCIL MEMBERS: 13
    • VANESSA LEE ADAMS Edit
    • DAVID FALLON Edit
    • LISA CHRISTINE FRANCIS-BENEDICT Edit
    • CYNTHIA (CINDY) CAROL FRANCIS-MITCHELL Edit
    • THERESA BERNADETTE JACOBS-FRANCIS Edit
    • THERESA MARIE OAKES Edit
    • SCOTT PETERS Edit
    • LACEY SARAH PIERCE Edit
    • TESHA MARIE ROURKE Edit
    • JO-ANN MARIE SWAMP Edit
    • VINCENT (VINCE) PATRICK THOMPSON Edit
    • LEONARD MITCHELL LAZORE Edit
    • (SARAH) LEE REGINA SUNDAY-DIABO Edit

Contact Information

  • BAND WEBSITE: http://www.akwesasne.ca
  • PHONE NUMBER: (613) 575-2250
  • FAX NUMBER: (613) 575-2181
  • ADDRESS: PO BOX 90, AKWESASNE, QC
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    • Chief VANESSA LEE ADAMS:
    • Chief DAVID FALLON:
    • Chief LISA CHRISTINE FRANCIS-BENEDICT:
    • Chief CYNTHIA (CINDY) CAROL FRANCIS-MITCHELL:
    • Chief THERESA BERNADETTE JACOBS-FRANCIS:
    • Chief THERESA MARIE OAKES:
    • Chief SCOTT PETERS:
    • Chief LACEY SARAH PIERCE:
    • Chief TESHA MARIE ROURKE:
    • Chief JO-ANN MARIE SWAMP:
    • Chief VINCENT (VINCE) PATRICK THOMPSON:
    • Grand Chief LEONARD MITCHELL LAZORE:
    • Chief (SARAH) LEE REGINA SUNDAY-DIABO:
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Lands and Traditional Territory

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Traditional Territory

  • Katzie Official Traditional Territory Map [pdf]
  • Interactive Map
  • The Mohawks of Akwesasne First Nation’s traditional territory encompasses significant portions of the Lower Fraser River, Pitt River, and Pitt Lake. The territory extends through modern-day Langley, Mission, Surrey, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and Richmond, among others.
  • The Mohawks of Akwesasne people have historically used the land for fishing, hunting, and gathering. Significant fishing sites include the Pitt River and Fraser River for salmon harvesting.
  • Interactive Map of Katzie Traditional Territory: Click here to view a detailed interactive map showing the boundaries and key cultural sites.
  • Historical Land Use: The Katzie people have lived in this region for thousands of years, practicing sustainable resource management and protecting sacred areas such as Pitt Lake and its surrounding wetlands. For more information on Katzie’s historical land use, visit Katzie Traditional Land Use Reports.
  • In addition to key fishing sites, the Katzie historically used the upland forests of Blue Mountain for hunting and gathering. This area remains central to Katzie’s cultural practices today.

Land Claims

  • Specific Claims None
  • BC Treaty Process Participation: The Katzie First Nation is a participant in the British Columbia Treaty Process, which aims to resolve land claims and establish new agreements regarding land, resources, and self-governance.
  • Treaty Negotiation Status: Katzie First Nation is currently in **Stage 4** of the BC Treaty Process, where they are negotiating an Agreement-in-Principle with the governments of British Columbia and Canada. This stage focuses on addressing key issues such as land ownership, resource rights, and governance over traditional territories. You can read more about their progress in the process at the BC Treaty Commission.
  • Negotiation Issues: The Katzie First Nation is negotiating on several issues, including:
    • Self-governance over their lands and resources
    • Fishing rights and management of the **Fraser River** and **Pitt River** ecosystems
    • Forest resource management and protection of sacred sites like **Pitt Lake**
    • Economic development opportunities and rights to traditional lands
  • Katzie Treaty Process Summary: For a full overview of Katzie’s involvement in the BC Treaty Process, visit the Katzie First Nation profile on the BC Treaty Commission website.
  • Timeline of Negotiations: Katzie First Nation has been in negotiations since **Stage 1** of the treaty process in the early 1990s. They have achieved significant milestones, including interim agreements on fisheries and land use, while continuing negotiations toward a final treaty agreement.

Lands Administration

  • Land Code: ✔
  • Land Code Document: PDF
  • Land Use Plan: PDF
  • Land Code Contact: N/A
  • Part of Guardians Program: ✔
  • Guardians Program Notes: N/A
  • Related Documents: Environmental Management Plan [Part 1] [PDF]
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