ABOUT US

Tewatohnhi’saktha 
“Collectively finding ways to support ourselves by maintaining a continuity of life for our families”

Tewatohnhi’saktha (Kahnawake Economic Development Commission or KEDC) was established in 1999 by legislation of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake. It has been established to create jobs, wealth, and self-sufficiency for the Mohawks of Kahnawake. 

The Tewatohnhi'saktha team work to help our community to reach its economic potential by concentrating existing and new resources, both human and financial. 

Autonomous Entity

Tewatohnhi’saktha operates as an autonomous entity from the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake, operating as a cooperative legal structure with seven voting members acting as the Board of Directors. Kahnawake Economic Development Commission, however, remains accountable to the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake and the community for its actions and results.

Our Vision

Our vision is a self sufficient community that fosters a quality of life for Kanien'kehaka ne Kahnawa'kehro:non (Mohawks of Kahnawake) and creates collective prosperity for future generations consistent with our cultural values.

Our Mission

Tewatohnhi'saktha exists to stimulate and enhance Kahnawake's Economic Growth by investing in people and businesses, as well as other economic opportunities.

The following divisions of Tewatohnhi'saktha support our mission:

• Project Development
• Small Business Services
• Employment and Training
• Organizational Services

Core Values

Our values reflect who we are and what we continuously strive to become. 

• Results Oriented
• Accountable
• Progressive and Innovative
• Professional
• Customer Focused
• Employee Focused
• Teamwork Oriented
• Open and Honest

Strategic Plan

The 2003-2005 strategic plan for Tewatohni'saktha ends on March 31, 2006 and so far we have been able to report favorable results for the organization.  Key areas of the three year plan include Revenue Generation; Job Creation & Employment, Clients Services, Employee Satisfaction, Business Explansion and Creation and Stakeholder Satisfaction.  Our 2nd year results as of March 31, 2005 can be found in the 5th annual report.  Annual Report 2005

The management team is in the final stages of completing the
next strategic plan for 2006-2008. You can look forward to a strategic
plan update by April in the Latest News section of the site.