Mohawks of Akwesasne
Financial data for Mohawks of Akwesasne for fiscal year 2016-17. Mohawks of Akwesasne is a First Nation in Quebec with a registered population of 13,501 and an on-reserve population of 10,320. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2016-17
Visual breakdown of Mohawks of Akwesasne's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2016-17.
Financial Summary FY 2016-17
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2016-17.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Mohawks of Akwesasne.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
Dundee Alleged improper surrender of lands in Dundee township and claim to unpatented lands on the areas adjacent to existing reserve boundaries. The claim is located in the Province of Quebec. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Mar 2020 | $239.81M |
Kawehno:ke Alienation of 196 ac of reserve land in 1821; inadequate compensation of $400/annum between 1920-1933; failure to generate revenue during 1933-34. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Sep 2012 | $5.02M |
Islands in the St-Lawrence Alleged ownership of Islands in the St.Lawrence between Gananoque and Prescott and alleged that in 1856 when they ceded their land bordering on the St.Lawrence, the Islands were not included, and the islands were therefore unlawfully sold and patented. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Aug 2007 | - |
Cairn Island The First Nation alleges that additional compensation is required for the improper taking, loss of use and other losses associated with the taking of the island in 1922. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Aug 2009 | - |
The North Shore Alleges a breach of treaties, fiduciary obligations and taking land without paying compensation. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Apr 2016 | - |
Nutfield Tract Survey Cost Alleges a failure to ensure that the Nutfield Tract was properly surveyed in 1784, and a failure to provide sufficient compensation for the 1809 survey that the First Nation commissioned. Additionally alleges a breach of duty to provide sufficient compensation for the unlawful dispossession of lands in the Nutfield Tract. | Invited to Negotiate | Awaiting Response Jan 2026 | - |
| Total | $244.82M | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2016-17.
| Position | Name | Months | Salary | Benefits | Other | Remuneration | Travel | Cell Phone | Misc. | Expenses | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Chief | April Adams-Phillips | 12 | $58,472 | $9,225 | $0 | $67,697 | $4,619 | $799 | $0 | $5,418 | $73,115 |
| Grand Chief | Abram Benedict | 12 | $98,416 | $8,376 | $0 | $106,792 | $18,114 | $988 | $0 | $19,102 | $125,894 |
| District Chief | Dennis Chaussi | 12 | $57,224 | $9,042 | $500 | $66,766 | $4,558 | $942 | $0 | $5,500 | $72,266 |
| District Chief | Ryan Jacobs | 12 | $60,664 | $8,569 | $0 | $69,233 | $2,856 | $2,433 | $0 | $5,289 | $74,522 |
| District Chief | Connie Lazore | 12 | $60,740 | $8,574 | $0 | $69,314 | $5,187 | $733 | $0 | $5,920 | $75,234 |
| District Chief | Daryl Lazore | 12 | $58,333 | $0 | $0 | $58,333 | $4,318 | $918 | $0 | $5,236 | $63,569 |
| District Chief | Joe Lazore | 12 | $60,164 | $8,600 | $0 | $68,764 | $9,101 | $1,314 | $0 | $10,415 | $79,179 |
| District Chief | Karen Loran | 12 | $58,999 | $9,102 | $0 | $68,101 | $4,006 | $844 | $0 | $4,850 | $72,951 |
| District Chief | Steve Thomas | 12 | $58,999 | $0 | $0 | $58,999 | $16,424 | $759 | $0 | $17,183 | $76,182 |
| District Chief | Louise Thompson | 12 | $60,039 | $8,938 | $0 | $68,977 | $4,974 | $845 | $0 | $5,819 | $74,796 |
| District Chief | Timothy Thompson | 12 | $61,163 | $8,569 | $0 | $69,732 | $7,089 | $1,438 | $0 | $8,527 | $78,259 |
| District Chief | Troy Thompson | 12 | $58,749 | $5,210 | $0 | $63,959 | $7,276 | $753 | $0 | $8,029 | $71,988 |
| District Chief | Vince Thompson | 12 | $57,889 | $5,210 | $0 | $63,099 | $4,868 | $770 | $0 | $5,638 | $68,737 |
| Total | $809,851 | $89,415 | $500 | $899,766 | $93,390 | $13,536 | $0 | $106,926 | $1,006,692 |
This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: Welch LLP
Sources
Financial data is sourced from annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act (FNFTA). Data is extracted using automated processes and may contain errors. If you notice any issues, please contact us.
