Kahnawà:ke releases final report on adding more gaming machines

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) has released the final community engagement report on a proposed expansion of electronic gaming devices (EGDs) in the territory.

The report was prepared by the MCK Gaming Working Group and is now available for community review, along with the feedback gathered during engagement. Council met on June 9 to review it. Two documents are posted: the final report, dated June 5, 2026, and the community feedback, dated May 6, 2026.

Applications to follow

The Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission (KGC) will soon start the first stage of an application process to test whether more EGD facilities in the territory are viable. The process covers in-person gaming venues within Kahnawà:ke.

"The first phase of the application process assesses potential applications based on the viability of the proposed location," said Ratsénhaienhs Paul Rice. He said the commission will issue a separate notice when the process opens.

Rice said the KGC has strengthened its regulations over the past year and tightened its licensing requirements. He said the bar for a viable project is very high, and that opening applications does not guarantee any new licences will be issued.

How to read the report

Community members can read the report on the MCK website or pick up an information package at MCK reception. Packages are prepared on request through Gregory Robertson-Ryan at 450-632-7500, extension 68240.

The Gaming Working Group said it will keep engaging with the community on how to get the most benefit from gaming, and on other issues raised in the report.

The Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission was founded in 1996. In June 2026 it signed a memorandum of understanding on mutual support with the Six Nations Gaming Commission, TribalGaming.com reported. The Mohawk Council has also come to support Bill S-241, a Senate bill that would recognize First Nations authority to regulate, conduct and manage gaming, after opposing an earlier version of the bill.