Akwesasne Community Justice Program

06/01/2026

04/27/2026

TODAY: COMMUNITY CONSULTATION SESSION FOR AKWESASNE CHILD RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES LAW
The Akwesasne Child Rights and Responsibilities Law, Eniethihswanón:na, Working Task Group (WTG) invites community members to participate in upcoming Community Consultation Sessions being held in each district.

These sessions are part of Phase III of the Akwesasne Legislative Enactment Procedural Regulation (ALEPR) and provide an opportunity for community members to share their comments, questions, and concerns regarding the current draft of the law.

Join us at 5:30 p.m. on the following dates:
🗓️ Monday, April 27 @ Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center
🗓️ Thursday, May 21 @ Kana:takon Recreation Center
🗓️ Monday, June 8 @ AMBE Building Blocks (191 Rita Lane, Kawehno:ke)

In addition to these meetings, the WTG will continue outreach through local events, schools, Senior Centers, and other community spaces to ensure voices from all age groups and all areas of Akwesasne are heard.

Once the final consultation session is scheduled, a deadline for submitting comments will be announced, with a minimum of four weeks’ notice.

Copies of the draft Child Rights and Responsibilities Law (Eniethihswanón:na) are available upon request:
📍 In person at the Akwesasne Justice Department (45 Johnson Road, Kana:takon)
📧 By email
📬 By postal mail
🚗 By delivery

For questions or additional information, please contact:

Alyson Thompson, Legislative Services Manager
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 613-575-5000

Emily King, Legislative Researcher
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 613-575-5000