Source Feed: The Globe and Mail
Author: Morgan Lowrie
Publication Date: August 5, 2025 - 17:52
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake considers road tolls amid looming federal budget cuts
August 5, 2025
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake said Tuesday that it is looking at imposing tolls on the roads crossing its territory in response to looming federal budget cuts.
Grand Chief Cody Diabo told reporters the tolls could help offset the impact of cuts to federal departments, including Indigenous Services Canada.
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