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The Mohawk Nation at Akwesasne is a First Nations territory located on the St. Lawrence River. The Akwesasne Territory is completely geographically unique, as an international border runs through the territory and both Quebec and Ontario are within the Canadian side of Akwesasne, where the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is the elected system government. Although divided by these multiple borders, residents consider themselves to be one community. Akwesasne has a population of 12,000 and is considered one of the Seven Nations of Canada. The name Akwesasne in Kanienskéha (the Mohawk language) means 'Land Where the Partridge Drums', referring to the rich wildlife in the area.
Canada C3 is an initiative of the Students on Ice Foundation. Since 2000, Students on Ice (SOI) has led educational expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic. Internationally acclaimed as a leader in polar education and youth engagement, SOI expeditions and outreach initiatives educate youth about the importance of the Polar Regions, support their continued growth and inspire initiatives that contribute to global sustainability. The result is more than 2,500 alumni from 52 countries making positive and lasting impacts in communities around the world.
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