Onkwata’karitáhtshera

12/09/2025

Onkwata’karitáhtshera wishes you and your loved ones a safe, happy and healthy holiday season!

12/08/2025

CWPI applications for the 2026–2027 funding cycle are due today at 4:00 PM!

If you’re planning to submit, please ensure all required documents are completed and sent in before the deadline. FY25-26 applications will also close at 4:00 PM. Both submission periods will pause while the review process begins. Updates on reopening will be shared on our Facebook and social media platforms.

12/05/2025

3 days left to apply!

12/03/2025

2026-2027 Community Wellness Plan Initiative (CWPI) funding opportunity

Deadline to apply: Monday, December 8th, 2025 @ 4PM

ATTENTION: Microsoft LINK scheduled to stop accepting applications on Dec/08/2025 at 4PM

LINK→ https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Klm4XHc7ukuKPZASmeoWa0d77xzaWU5IjJeVuHqM2q5UMEozTTRSSFFISE1CNU1SRkVMOFE1NEZRNS4u

Please take note that a complete application must be submitted ONLINE.

ALL required application elements in the provided file format(s) (i.e. word docx and excel) using the provided application forms/formats within the application must be submitted before the Dec 8th 4PM deadline.

If you have any questions, please contact Ravyn Regis or Lois Montour.

11/25/2025

Tsi niionkwarihò:ten tánon Kanien'kéha is at the centre of Kahnawà:ke’s 2024-2032 Community Wellness Plan. Onkwata’karitáhtshera is proud to share available data in this domain in the newest chapter of Onkwaná:ta Our Community Ionkwata'karí:te Our Health.

The full chapter: Tsi niionkwarihò:ten tánon Kanien'kéha - Traditional Ways, Culture and Language can be found here:https://www.kscs.ca/files/documents/Onkwanata-Ionkwatakarite-Our-Community-Our-Health.pdf

11/21/2025

Meet the Onkwatakaritáhtshera Executive Committee & Table Members!

Our Executive Committee and Table Members represent a strong partnership across health, social services, safety, and governance, working together to support the wellbeing of our community.

Nia:wen to all members for your continued commitment and leadership.

11/18/2025

Onkwata’karitáhtshera is pleased to share the list of The Community Wellness Plan Initiative funded projects for FY2025–2026. These projects reflect community-identified priorities and our ongoing commitment to supporting health and wellness in Kahnawà:ke.

Please note: projects shown in red were approved for funding but have since withdrawn.

11/12/2025

Breaking Barriers – Indigenous Inclusion Gathering

Over the past few days, community members, advocates, and organizations came together for the Connecting Horizons Kahnawake first-ever special needs gathering, creating a powerful space to learn, connect, and share.

Onkwata’karitáhtshera has been proud to table at this 3-day event, joining important conversations on accessibility, advocacy, and community inclusion. Our Community Health Liaisons and External Projects Coordinators will also be present on the final day tomorrow - stop by to say hello and learn more about our ongoing community health initiatives.

Here are a few moments from the first two days. Nia:wen to everyone who has shared their stories and perspectives to help build a more inclusive future for all.

11/12/2025

Onkwata’karitáhtshera remains committed to transparency and accountability in how community wellness funding is allocated. Our 2024–2025 Annual Report highlights the projects that received funding throughout the year, as well as detailed financial information at the back of the report.

You can view the full Annual Report under the Onkwata’karitáhtshera tab on the KSCS website: https://www.kscs.ca/onkwatakaritahtshera/

11/11/2025

11/10/2025

Our website is currently under construction as we work to enhance how we share information about our programs, funding, and community wellness projects.

In the meantime, you can find urgent or immediate information about Onkwata’karitáhtshera and related services on the KSCS website under the Onkwata’karitáhtshera tab: https://www.kscs.ca/onkwatakaritahtshera/

We appreciate your patience and continued engagement as we work to enhance communication and accessibility for everyone.

Onkwata’karitáhtshera is Kahnawà:ke’s one health and social services agency, created by the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke under MCR 45/1999-2000.

11/10/2025

Onkwaná:ta' Onkwata'karitáhtshera' Iontia'tarohrokstáhkhwa' - Our Community, Our Wellness Gathering took place today at the Golden Age Club!

We began the day with an opening from Kahentiióhstha (Roberta) Duhaime, followed by:

• An update from Kirsten Sheridan on the Jordan’s Principle National Meeting

• A Community Wellness Plan Framework refresher with Vivienne Walz and Clara Lewis

• An overview of the Community Wellness Plan Initiatives and ongoing community engagement efforts from Lois Montour.

•Insights from Dr. Colleen Fuller and Katrina Streef on the Our Community, Our Health portraits

Niawenhkó:wa to everyone who attended, participated in discussions, and contributed to today’s important conversations on community wellness and health.