Office du tourisme de Kahnawake - Kahnawake, Québec

Davide C.

Roxane was our wonderful guide and she made this tour one of my best experiences in Canada. We relived the tragic events that involved the community through her personal stories. A place that everyone should visit in order to really understand history of Quebec.

Debbie B.

We booked two tours through this center. One was in the old town, and the other was at the cultural center. Dwayne was our guide and he gave us so much helpful information to give us a better understanding of Mohawk history and culture. The reserve was a 20 min taxi ride from our hotel on Rue Sherbrooke in Montreal.

Maps L. G.

Kahnawà:ke Tourism Welcome Centre - A Great First Stop to Learn About Kahnawà:ke!

I recently visited the Kahnawà:ke Tourism Welcome Centre and was impressed by their friendly staff and wealth of information about the area. The Welcome Centre is a great place to start your visit to Kahnawà:ke, located conveniently next to the St. Francis Xavier Mission and Shrine of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha.

The staff was helpful in providing directions to key destinations, recommending restaurants, and suggesting accommodation options. They even have social media channels where you can stay up-to-date on the latest events!

Overall, the Kahnawà:ke Tourism Welcome Centre is a valuable resource for visitors looking to learn more about Kahnawà:ke's rich culture, history, and array of unique attractions. I highly recommend stopping by!

Anna K.

Very interesting long conversation with a lady, whose english name I don’t remember, but her kanienkeha name was The winds are changing. We got a helpful map to explore the reservation ourselves. It was all for free.

Hom N. A.

1 Star

Our family trip to the 2024 edition of the highly touted Khanawake Pow Wow Ceremony, myself (70-year-old veteran photographer), my wife (63 years old), and our 10-year-old granddaughter, turned out to be a frustrating disappointment. Here's a breakdown of the issues that turned this anticipated event into a stressful experience:

Traffic and Entry Chaos: The journey from Chateauguay started smoothly, but upon arrival upon the reserve, we encountered a massive traffic jam. Stuck in the car for an hour with minimal progress, we opted to park and walk the remaining distance (around 30 minutes). Despite having prepaid tickets, we still faced long lines due to limited staff collecting fees at the entrance.

Seating Confusion: Finally finding available seating under a large canopy near the ceremony circle, we were relieved. However, just 15 minutes later, a staff member informed us that the area was reserved for seniors, despite the lack of signage. With our granddaughter present, we didn't qualify to retain our seats. Believe it or not, we were forced to relocate, leaving us confused and frustrated. Then to make matters even worse, we were unable to find any seating In a shaded area, since the spots around the ceremony circle were now all taken. Imagine our dismay, two elders and a young child forced to endure 30° sweltering heat, unprotected from the sun rays, at high Noon.

Photography Restrictions: As a photography enthusiast, I was eager to capture the event. While I respect the ceremony's spiritual significance, the enforcement of the no-photo rule was heavy-handed. An individual aggressively ran around the perimeter harassing attendees with cameras, disrupting the core spiritual purpose of the ceremony:

"Powwows are events where both indigenous and non-indigenous people come together in peace to celebrate tradition and promote and enduring culture."

Missed the Main Event: The constant delays and confusion resulted in my wife and granddaughter getting separated from me in the crowd. By the time they arrived, an hour later, The ceremony was just finishing. This meant they missed the entire event, the very reason we attended.

Exhausted by the whole ordeal, we did not even stay to watch one dance. Oh, yeah, did I mention the 30-minute walk in the glaring sunshine back to our vehicle!

Overall, this experience left us feeling unwelcome and disappointed. The disorganization and lack of clear communication significantly impacted our day. We sincerely hope the organizers address these issues to create a more enjoyable experience for future attendees.

Despite the earlier frustrations, I must conclude by expressing my sincere privilege to have witnessed the pow-wow ceremony from near the dancers' entrance. The vibrant costumes, well-choreographed traditional dances, and the huge, friendly smiles on the dancers' faces were a truly remarkable sight, deserving a five-star rating any day of the week.

Fiorella C.

I'm so grateful to have been able to visit this community for a tour that touches on the history of the region as well as present day challenges and ongoing efforts for healing. It's a perspective we should all listen to and a mission we can help carry forward

Elona R. S.

I had the most amazing guided tour here, which stands out as the best experience I've had while traveling. Dwayne and the guy at reception, whose name I unfortunately didn't catch, provided me with an exceptionally informative tour about the history of the Mohawk people. The entire staff was incredibly friendly, going above and beyond by even giving me a ride to the bus station in the next town. If you ever find yourself in Montreal, I strongly recommend visiting Kahnawàke and meeting the people at the tourism center.

Kizo

Friendly, patient and respectful employees . Spot where u want to make first stop and from which one you will start your toors visits and make next moves. As employees and residents are all friendly I think that visitors need to be same because that's only truly way to enjoy what this place have to offer and history which is and have been made in and around community .