National Geographic by Wayne Drehs The Iroquois are fighting to play lacrosse, the sport they invented, at the 2028 Olympics. It could be a significant step forward in their long struggle for recognition. click to read more... … [Read more...] about The Iroquois’ quest to compete in Olympic lacrosse: ‘It’s more than a game to us.’
Onondaga Health Center Shares Posters About COVID
The staff at the Onondaga Health Center is sharing information from the Center for Disease Control about COVID-19. If you do have further questions, please contact the Health Center during normal business hours. What-Your-Test-Results-Mean 2019-ncov-factsheet … [Read more...] about Onondaga Health Center Shares Posters About COVID
National Geographic Visits Onondaga Nation Farm
Onoñda’geh Ongwaweñna By Weñdiyoh Estrada-Goeman On October 19, 2020, the Onondaga Nation farm was visited by some interesting guests. On behalf of National Geographic Magazine, renowned journalist Charles C Mann and an award-winning photographer Kilii Yuyan (Nanai/Hezhe) made the trip to Onondaga. The two journalists traveled to the Onondaga Nation farm after hearing … [Read more...] about National Geographic Visits Onondaga Nation Farm
COVID-19 Testing Site for Nation Residents
On Friday, November 13, 2020, Tsha' Hoñnoñyeñdakwha will be the site of a mobile COVID-19 testing site for Onondaga Nation Residents from Noon til 4pm. To sign up for the testing, please call the Onondaga Nation Health Center at 315-469-6449 to register for your time. Please remember to: Wear your mask in public (even when you are talking) Social Distance from each … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Testing Site for Nation Residents
The 1794 Canandaigua Treaty
November 11th is the Anniversary of the 1794 Canandaigua (Pickering) Treaty. This treaty was ratified by congress and established Nation to Nation relationship between the two countries. This treaty of peace has been recognized as a great example of early American diplomacy in creating peace with Native Nations. Please read the history leading up to the Canandaigua … [Read more...] about The 1794 Canandaigua Treaty
Canandaigua Treaty
On November 11, 2020, The United States and the Haudenosaunee will honor the 226th Anniversary of the Canandaigua Treaty. This treaty is historic as this is one of the earliest treaties ratified by the US Congress with a Native Nation. The 1794 Canandaigua (Pickering) Treaty is celebrated across Haudenosaunee territory as the treaty re-affirms our status as an sovereign … [Read more...] about Canandaigua Treaty
Onondaga Nation School to remain remote learning through January 2021
On Thursday, October 15, 2020, the Onondaga Nation Council of Chiefs, Clan Mothers, and Faithkeepers continued meeting with LaFayette School District Superintendent Jeremy Bellfield about the status of the Onondaga Nation School (ONS). It was decided that ONS will remain closed for in person instruction through the second marking period (January 29, 2021). All students and … [Read more...] about Onondaga Nation School to remain remote learning through January 2021