Calls for Service

The Office of Vital Statistics is inviting Akwesasne artists and creators to submit original logo concepts for the Akwesasne Membership Board.

One finalist will be selected to collaborate with the Office of Vital Statistics to develop a polished logo that will become the official visual identity of the Akwesasne Membership Board. 

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. 

Submissions and questions can be directed to: 
Nola Benedict, Executive Assistant
Office of Vital Statistics
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
101 Tewesateni Road, Kawehno:ke
Akwesasne, ON K6H 0G5
Email: nbenedict.ovs@akwesasne.ca 

Background:

Our current logo has proudly represented the Board for approximately 35 years, and we are looking for a fresh visual identity that reflects the Board's important role within the community.  The Akwesasne Membership Board is an independent decision-making body elected across our three districts (Kawehnò:ke, Kaná:takon, and Tsi Snaíhne). The Board's core responsibility is to uphold the Akwesasne Membership Code (enacted in 1987) and the Akwesasne Residency Law. Through these laws, the Board exercises Akwesasne's inherent sovereignty and self-determination to define our own citizenship, protect our lineage, regulate residency, and preserve the cultural and political integrity of our territory.

Rules & Submission Guidelines:

Eligibility

• Open to all Akwesasne community members.

Original Concepts

• All submissions must be the entrant's original work.
• Submissions may include hand-drawn sketches, digital concept sketches, and/or written descriptions of a logo concept.
• Stock artwork, traced artwork, and AI-generated images are not permitted. 

Design Considerations

• Concepts should reflect the role, purpose, and values of the Akwesasne Membership Board.
• Artists should keep in mind that the final logo will need to be professionally developed for a variety of applications, including letterhead, official documents, websites, social media, and exterior signage.
• The final logo must be effective at both small and large sizes and remain recognizable in full colour, solid black, and solid white.

Selection Process

• The Office of Vital Statistics will review all submissions.
• The Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) reserves the right not to select a finalist if no submission sufficiently meets the objectives of the callout. All decisions of the OVS selection committee are final.
• One finalist will be selected based on the strength of their concept and invited to collaborate with the Office of Vital Statistics to develop a finalized logo design.
• The selected finalist may be asked to make reasonable revisions to the concept during the logo development process in collaboration with the Office of Vital Statistics.

Compensation

• The selected finalist will receive $1,000 upon completion of the final logo concept developed in collaboration with the Office of Vital Statistics.
• The finalist must sign a Copyright Transfer Agreement, assigning ownership of the final logo to the Office of Vital Statistics, before the compensation is released.

Ownership & Rights

• By submitting an entry, participants acknowledge that, if selected, they will work with the Office of Vital Statistics to refine their concept into the final logo.
• Upon acceptance of the final logo and execution of the Copyright Transfer Agreement, all copyright and ownership of the completed logo will belong exclusively to the Office of Vital Statistics.

How to Submit

1. Submit your concept by email, postal mail or hand-delivered in a sealed envelope to:
           Attention: Nola Benedict, Executive Assistant
           Office of Vital Statistics
           Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
           101 Tewesateni Road
           Akwesasne, Ontario K6H 0G5
           Email: nbenedict.ovs@akwesasne.ca
2. Include:
   • Your full name
   • Phone number
   • Email address
3. Include a brief description (approximately one paragraph) explaining:
   • The inspiration behind your concept, any cultural significance or symbolism, and how your concept represents the Akwesasne Membership Board.
4. Submit concepts and information listed above by the deadline of Friday, September 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Download the Call Out:

• Call Out: Call for Logo Concepts – Akwesasne Membership Board

Applications are now being accepted from interested Members for appointment as Community Trustees under the Mohawks of Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust (the “Trust”). The Trust was established to provide benefits to Members of the Mohawks of Akwesasne through funds received from the Kawehnò:ke–Easterbrook Settlement Agreement and the OPG Settlement Agreement.

Opportunity Overview

• Seeking: Three (3) Community Trustees
• Term: Four (4) years
• Honorarium: Provided in accordance with Schedule “C” of the Trust
• Eligibility List: An eligibility list may be established for future replacement appointments
• Deadline: Open Until Filled

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Be a member enrolled on the Akwesasne Membership Roll and not a probationary member. 
• Not have been removed as a Community Trustee within the previous twelve (12) month period. 
• Not be an undischarged bankrupt or insolvent, as defined under applicable bankruptcy and insolvency legislation in Canada or the United States. 
• Not have been adjudged or declared to be mentally incompetent or incapable of managing their own affairs by a court of competent jurisdiction.
• Have obtained or be writing to obtain, within the first nine (9) months of appointment, introductory level trustee accreditation from the National Aboriginal Trust Officers Association of Canada (NATOA) or other qualified training centre. 
• Not be a member of Council, or be willing to resign if appointed
• Within the last ten (10) years, not have been convicted of an offence under the Criminal Code (Canada), or the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada) or an offence under the laws in the United States of America, subject to limited exceptions. 
• Agree to sign the Trustee’s Certificate in Schedule “B” of the Trust, indicating an agreement to be bound by the terms of the Trust and to faithfully carry out the duties of Community Trustee. 

 For full description of criteria, see section 4.2 of the Mohawks of Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust Agreement. 

Additional Considerations

In reviewing applications, the following may also be considered:

• Has the applicant demonstrated common sense in connection with their day-to-day activities in the community?
• Does the applicant possess any special skill or knowledge which may be of benefit to the Trustees?
• Does the applicant possess the respect of other Members in the community?
• Has the applicant made contributions to the betterment of the Mohawks of Akwesasne and the community?
• Does the applicant have the ability to communicate in the Mohawk language? 

Application Information

Application packages are available at the MCA Administration Building #1 (12 Akwesasne Street, Kaná:takon) or can be downloaded below. All required forms and supporting documentation must be completed and submitted with the application.

➤ Download the Application: Mohawks of Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust – Trustee Application

For more information, please contact Tianna Francis at 613-575-2250 ext. 2120 or tianna.francis@akwesasne.ca. 

For More Information:

• Call Out for Community Trustees

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and the Akwesasne Rights and Research Office are seeking community members to join the Claims Advisory Committee. This group supports Akwesasne’s Land Claim Negotiation Team by sharing community knowledge and guidance. Former members are encouraged to reapply.

Eligibility:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a registered Member of the Mohawks of Akwesasne
• Must reside in one of the three districts (Kawehno:ke, Kana:takon, Tsi Snaihne) or the southern portion (Akwesasne, NY).

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Submissions (letter of interest/resume) and questions can be directed to: 
Cheyenne Lazore, Program Manager
Akwesasne Rights & Research Office (ARRO)
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
12 Akwesasne Street, Kana:takon
Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A0
Email: cheyenne.lazore@akwesasne.ca 
Phone: 613-575-2250 ext. 2134

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is seeking applications from community members interested in serving as Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust Overseers. 

The Mohawks of Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust was established to provide benefits to community members through the Kawehnò:ke-Easterbrook and OPG Settlement Agreements. Trust Overseers play an important advisory role, supporting the Community Trustees and helping guide the Trust’s work.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Submissions and questions can be directed to: 
Taylor Armstrong, Government Support Manager
Mohawk Government | Executive Services
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
12 Akwesasne Street, Kana:takon
Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A0
Email: taylor.armstrong@akwesasne.ca  
Phone: 613-575-2250 ext. 2163

For More Information:

• Call Out: Community Settlement Trust Overseers