Lands & Estates
OUR LAND. OUR FUTURE.
Supporting the responsible management of Kanehsatà:ke lands and estates through community-focused services, guided by our traditions and future generations.
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Mission Statement
The Lands and Estates Department of the Mohawk Council of Kanehsatà:ke is committed to protecting, managing, and planning for the sustainable use of the community’s lands and natural resources. Guided by our traditions, we ensure responsible land governance, respectful management, and fair estate administration to serve present and future generations.
Programs & Services
Land Management
Land management is carried out under the Kanesatake Interim Land Base Governance Act (KILGA) (2001), the legislation that governs land management for the Kanehsatà:ke Land Base. The Lands and Estates Department is responsible for developing and overseeing territorial land use planning and implementation, including the use of common lands.
Land Attribution
The Lands and Estates Department is responsible for attributing available plots of land to band members who do not own land, by following a rigourous and ethical process. Kanehsatakehró:non who wish to purchase land to build a home can apply for a land allotment (Applications are currently waitlisted) and anyone interested in learning more about land ownership or allotments can contact the Lands and Estates Department for more information.
- Consult plots of land for sale (coming soon)
- Consult land attributions (coming soon)
- Apply for an allotment – Application currently waitlisted
Land Transfers
The Lands and Estates Department oversees all transfers of land on the Kanehsatà:ke interim land base, to ensure compliance with the Land Governance Act (KILGA). To obtain a form for a land transfer, please contact us.
Estate Administration
The Lands and Estates Department provides support for the management of estates of deceased or mentally incompetent individuals, including protection mandates and estate planning.
Pine Hill Cemetery Management
Pine Hill Cemetery is located at;
375, rue Saint Michel, in Kanehsatà:ke.
The Lands and Estates Department is responsible for the administration and planning related to Pine Hill Cemetery, including plot allocation, mapping, burial records, and family support.
For a Burial Plot Request, please contact us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I obtain land in Kanehsatà:ke?
Land allotments are managed by the Lands and Estates Department, but housing requests are managed by the Housing Department. You must be a registered member to apply.
Can non-members purchase land in Kanehsatà:ke?
No. Only Kanehsatà:ke members may be allocated or purchase land on territory. Non-members cannot legally hold land.
What is the difference between allotment and purchase?
An allotment is the granting of land use rights within the community, while purchase refers to acquiring land interests that have been designated or available under specific agreements.
What is the Kanehsatà:ke Interim Land Base Governance Act (KILGA)?
KILGA (2001) is the federal legislation that governs land management for the Kanehsatà:ke Interim Land Base. It outlines Canada’s and Kanehsatá:ke’s roles in property and land governance. For more information, please consult Laws and Governance Frameworks
Who manages the cemetery in Kanehsatà:ke?
Pine Hill Cemetery is managed by the Lands and Estates Department, which maintains burial plots and records.