News


2008 Election Results

Posted on our Chief & Council page.

Land Claim
The Wahta Mohawks Council held a vote on the Land Claim and the Trust Agreements in October, 2003. The results are below. If you have any questions please contact the administration office or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 
Settlement Agreement
Trust Agreement
Total Ballots Cast
221
220
Yes
174
168
No
45
52
Rejected Ballots
2
0


The current trust board members are:

Kevin Decaire - Chair
Bill Hay
Scott Sahanatien
Lori Strength
Tim Thompson

Administrative Assistant - Sylvia Thompson

 


Wahta Radio
The Hawk 98.3 radio station in Wahta is currently closed and under an operational review.  
The project was funded by the owner of Barrie's Rock 95 and Energy 107.5, Doug Bingley as part of his CRTC licencing requirements.
Doug is also helping with radio stations in neighbouring native communities. This commitment includes startup assistance and covering some ongoing operating costs. Stay tuned for further updates.

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Cransnax - See Iroquois Cranberry Growers website for further information.

 


Maple Syrup
Maple syrup has long been part of the Mohawk diet as far back as the early 1700's. Cutting the trees, gathering the sap in bark containers and boiling it until it turned to syrup. It was described as very healing and almost always has a burnt taste. The Maple ceremony in March is devoted to giving thanks to the Creator for this sweet healthy treat. The one day ceremony begins with the Ohenton Kariwate'hkwen and tobacco burning. The Maple sap is passed around, and then the dancing begins. Drinking the sap of the maple tree during the ceremony is believed to have a cleansing effect on the body. In Wahta the dances include the Great Feather Dance, The Woman's Dance and the Food and Pigeon Dance. Afterwards is the closing thanks followed by the meal.

Update - Unfortunately, the current maple bush has been hit by a large infestation of caterpillars several years ago and will require some time for recovery. Please e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for further info.
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Upcoming Events  

Wednesday March 10th - Footcare Clinic

 

Scrapbooking - March 19th

 

Cardmaking - March 8th and 22nd

 

Toronto Raptors Basketball Game - March 17th - If interested, please reserve your seat with a $5 deposit. At this time there are no longer tickets available. If you wish you can leave your name on a waiting list. 

 

Big Bead - March 22nd

Ladies Group - March 11th

Bingo - March 25th

Oxycontin Abuse Awareness Workshop - March 31st

 

Body and Mind: Healthy Experiences Workshop - March 16th  

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Meetings  

Regular council meeting is scheduled for March 30th, 2010 at 7 pm.