On April 15, Indigenous youth and representatives from local community organizations, post-secondary institutions, and local businesses gathered at the Aʼnowaraʼko꞉wa Arena for the inaugural Indigenous Student Career Fair.
The Indigenous Student Career Fair gave students the opportunity to connect with nearly 90 local employers, organizations, and post-secondary programs offering real-world pathways into a range of careers. Students in attendance included grades 7-12 from the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education, Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School, Massena Central School District, Salmon River Central School District, St. Joseph’s Catholic Secondary School , local homeschool students, and post-secondary students. Representatives on site engaged with students to share what a rewarding career awaits in health, human resources, environment, communications, emergency and first responders, and radio broadcasting, just to name a few.
Through interactive conversations and hands-on experiences, students gained valuable insight into jobs, internships, and training opportunities available in the community and beyond. Every stop at each booth earned students stamps on their career passport, entering them in a draw to win prizes including laptops, iPads, headphones, Cineplex gift cards, Stanley gear, and more.
The 2026 Indigenous Student Career Fair was made possible through a partnership with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Education Division and Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. A special niawen’kó:wa goes to the community programs, staff, local businesses, local vendors, volunteers, and school staff who helped bring this event to life. Together, we make a path toward a brighter future possible for our youth.