Onkwata’karitáhtshera

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Please note: projects shown in red were approved for funding but have since withdrawn.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

11/10/2025

Join us tomorrow!

Visit the Onkwata’karitáhtshera Booth!

Join us at the Breaking Barriers: Indigenous Inclusion Gathering from November 11-13, 2025 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Kahnawà:ke.

Come learn about our Community Wellness Plan, share your thoughts on the Onkwaná:ta, Ionkwata’karí:te Health Portraits, and meet our Jordan’s Principle and NIHB Liaisons - available only on November 11th!

Together, we’re strengthening the health and well-being of all Kahnawa’kehró:non through community connection and care.

11/06/2025

The agenda is set for Onkwaná:ta' Onkwata'karitáhtshera' Iontia'tarohrokstáhkhwa' - Our Community, Our Wellness Gathering, happening tomorrow, Friday, November 7 at the Golden Age Club!

The day begins at 9:00 a.m. with a light breakfast, opening remarks, and an icebreaker activity. Morning sessions include an update from Jordan’s Principle, a Community Wellness Plan Framework refresher, and a Community Wellness Plan Initiatives Q&A.

After lunch, join us for an engagement and mapping session to update and validate the Community Wellness Plan, followed by a Public Health Team presentation on Our Community, Our Health.

The gathering will close with remarks from Kahentinióhstha' (Roberta) Duhaime at 3:30 p.m.

11/06/2025

Did you know?

15% of Kahnawa’kehró:non help a family member or friend living with a chronic condition or disability - by running errands, preparing food, giving medication, or paying bills.

If you have questions about Kahnawà:ke’s health data or want to learn more about community wellness, come to our event tomorrow! 👇

Onkwaná:ta' Onkwata'karitáhtshera' Iontia'tarohrokstáhkhwa' "Our Community, Our Health Gathering"
Tomorrow – Friday, November 7, 2025
9am–4pm
Golden Age Club
Catered breakfast & lunch provided

Come learn about:
The Community Wellness Plan
Kahnawà:ke’s Health Information & Data
Community Wellness Plan Initiatives (CWPI) + Q&A

Drop-ins welcome!
For info: onkwatakaritahtshera@kscskahnawake.ca
450-632-6880

11/05/2025

This Friday!

Onkwata’karitáhtshera invites all community members and staff to the Spirit of Wellness Gathering - Onkwaná:ta' Onkwata'karitáhtshera' Iontia'tarohrokstáhkhwa' (Our Community, Our Health Gathering)” on Friday, November 7, 2025 at the Golden Age Club.

This event will share updates on the Community Wellness Plan, community engagement results, and new health initiatives with a catered breakfast and lunch provided.

Please register by October 31st:
📧 onkwatakaritahtshera@kscskahnawake.ca
☎️ 450-632-6880