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Congratulations to Team Kahnawà:ke
(Kahnawake – 27, Ohiarihkó:wa/July 2023) The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) would like to congratulate the athletes, coaches, mission staff, and supporters of Team Kahnawà:ke (who were part of Team Eastern Door and the North) for their stellar performance at the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) held in Halifax, Nova Scotia. “Our athletes did […]
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North American Indigenous Games: Team EDN is headed to Halifax
Wendake, July 15, 2023 — In a few days, 265 First Nations athletes from 28 communities in Quebec as well as several members of the mission team and coaching staff will be travelling to Halifax to wear the colours of Team Eastern Door and the North (EDN) at the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). The NAIG is the […]
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NAIG Send Off/Parade
July 6, 2023 The Listuguj Sports and Recreation Program will be hosting a sendoff parade/event for NAIG athletes and coaches that will be taking place on Thursday, July 13th from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. For the parade, we will meet at Wysotes at 6:15 PM in order to be ready to take off at […]
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How longsword fighting is forging popularity in Kahnawà:ke – CBC
Jun 23, 2023 It’s to ‘reinvigorate the warrior spirit,’ says Iokennoron McComber In Kahnawà:ke, where lacrosse and hockey reign, longsword fencing isn’t the first sport to come to mind but Iokennoron McComber hopes it gives new energy to the Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk) traditional warrior spirit. “It’s an outlet. It’s for mental health. It’s camaraderie, and… it’s […]
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Minister St-Onge announces that Tennis Canada is a national recipient of the Community Sport for All Initiative
From: Canadian Heritage June 16, 2023 The Government of Canada is committed to building stronger and healthier communities across the country. Sport plays an important role, as it builds self-esteem and leadership skills while allowing Canadians to thrive physically, emotionally, and socially. The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic […]
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KSCS coming in clutch for NAIG athletes
(Kahnawake – 1, Ohiarí:ha/June 2023) The Sports and Recreation Unit of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke is elated to announce that financial support has been provided for all Kahnawà:ke athletes participating in the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), which are being hosted in the traditional territory of the Mi’kmaq People in Halifax, Nova Scotia. […]
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Cree Nation of Oujé-Bougoumou youth finds success in mixed martial arts – CBC
Apr 21, 2023 Quinn Blacksmith is youngest 2-time champion in Montreal Fight League Street fighting was a part of growing up for Quinn Blacksmith in Cree Nation of Oujé-Bougoumou, about 500 kilometres north of Montreal. “My buddies would get into fights … Somehow [we] end up having to defend ourselves,” Blacksmith said. In 2020, though, […]
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Montreal Canadiens donate to the Multi-Purpose Building Project
(Kahnawake – 30, Enniskó:wa/March 2023) The Multi-Purpose Building Project Committee wishes to sincerely thank le Club de hockey Canadien (the Montreal Canadiens) for their donation to the Project. The donation of $30,000 was part of the Canadiens’ Indigenous Celebration Night at the Bell Centre at last Saturday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. “We are […]
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An All-New Exhibition at the Montréal Science Centre about the Science Behind the Game of Hockey
Overview From April 7 to September 10, 2023, the Montréal Science Centre invites audiences to Hockey: Faster Than Ever – presented by Tim Hortons, a new feature exhibition for the whole family. Over 30 interactive stations where visitors can play at being referee, Zamboni driver, and hockey player. A special dressing room showcasing nearly a […]
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Ivakkak 2023 Concludes: Six Teams Complete the 427km Dog Sled Race in Nunavik
Aupaluk, Nunavik – March 27, 2023 – After racing a total distance of over 427km, six teams have successfully completed Ivakkak 2023, the annual dog sled race organized by Makivvik. The race began in Kangiqsujuaq and concluded in Aupaluk, with the three podium positions being taken by Team 6 – Willie Cain and Itsaja Arnatuk, […]
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