Ohenton Irate ne Ratitsenhaienhs to Meet with Premier of Quebec

11/06/2024

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform the community that Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs Cody Diabo will be having an initial virtual meeting with Quebec’s Premier, Francois Legault. The primary focus of this discussion will be the development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at establishing clear guidelines for the working relationship between the community and the Quebec government.

Both the Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs and Premier Legault wish to recommit to a collaborative relationship.

The proposed MOU is a key step in setting expectations for the Kahnawà:ke/Quebec Relations process, ensuring mutual understanding, respect, and transparency in all areas of governance and partnership. By setting clear intentions and frameworks for cooperation, the MOU aims to enhance the delivery of services, foster economic development, and strengthen the social fabric between the two parties.

“I am looking forward to a productive conversation with Quebec’s Premier today,” said Ohén:ton Í:rate ne Ratitsénhaienhs Cody Diabo. “This MOU will serve as a foundational tool to ensure commitment to working together peacefully, coexisting and respecting each other’s unique perspectives, and striving for mutual understanding.”

Further updates will be shared following the meeting, and both parties are optimistic about moving forward with the MOU as a framework for future collaboration.