- Important! You DO NOT need your passport if you're coming from Canada
- Don't Forget: Bring food & water!
AKWESASNE SKATEPARK
Shé:kon | Bienvenue | Welcome!
A world-class skatepark in our community
This new, safe space enables our youth to move their bodies and clear their minds.
The skatepark is a perfect addition to our community - especially at a time of need - to boost mental and physical health coming out of COVID-19. We enjoy seeing the smiling faces from all of our visitors, near and far. We can't wait to see what the future holds for our youth, quite possibly a future Olympian!
– Abram Benedict, Grand Chief MCA
The Akwesasne Skatepark is a 9,600-square-foot recreational area that serves skateboarding, rollerblading, biking, scooter-riding, and wheelchair users from in and around the community.
Our magnificent skatepark was designed and constructed by the extremely talented and professional team at Papillon Skateparks.
🛹 The Skateboard Project
is an initiative that aims to promote Indigenous artwork, physical activity, and collaboration between cultural centers across multiple Indigenous communities.
In its second year, KahnawĂ :ke, KanehsatĂ :ke, Kenhtè:ke, Akwesasne and Six Nations came together to create 7 skateboards graphics showcasing the range of styles and cultural imagery. Two artists from Akwesasne participated this year. Joseph King was commissioned by the NNATC and Ian Clute was commissioned by MCA’s Department of Economic Development.
Skateboard culture values inclusivity, individuality, creativity, and freedom and blending these with Indigenous traditions has created a project that connects communities through local art and skateboarding.
We hope to see more Indigenous communities join the project in the future!
Commissioned by MCA’s Department of Economic Development –Â Ian Clute
Commissioned by the NNATC – Joseph King
Our Amazing Sponsors
The Mohawk Council would like to thank the following organizations and individuals for their generous contributions to the skatepark:
- Canadian Tire Jumpstart
- Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
- City of Cornwall
- Cornwall Dairy Queen
- Rotary Club of Cornwall
- Rotary Club of Cornwall Sunrise
- BMO Akwesasne
- Cornwall Roof Truss
- Cornwall Mazda
- Ontario East Powersports
- Architecture 49
- Karla Ransom
- Seaway Hyundai
- Seaway Chevrolet
- Meg Estoff
- Cornwall Starbucks
- SIBC
- Top of The World Skateshop
- Nimble Web Co.
FAQs
Some of our most frequently asked questions & answers
If you’re coming from Canada: No.Â
If you’re coming from the USA: Yes.Â
The Skatepark is located in Canada.
If you’re coming from Canada: Yes. Unfortunately, you’ll need to cover the cost of the bridge toll. Contact us at [email protected] with any questions.
If you’re coming from the USA: Yes, you have to drive through the Island, pay toll, go through customs, pay toll again and head back to the Island.
No. It’s important to bring some food and water when you visit the skatepark.Â
Thanks! The best way to get involved is to message Troy Thompson:
[email protected]
Directions
Our skatepark is located at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island).
36 Arena Road, Akwesasne, ON
There are a few different ways to get here.
Rules
In the event of an emergency, please call Central Dispatch at (613) 575-2000.
- This is an unsupervised facility. Please use at your own risk.
- The skatepark should not be used during inclement weather or if the surface is wet.
- All children are to be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
- Helmets, pads and safety gear are strongly recommended.
- Please respect the park and keep it clean.
- Be respectful of others.
- Food and drinks are prohibited on the skatepark surface.
- Vandalism and graffiti are prohibited.
- Tobacco, alcohol and drugs are prohibited.
- Additional ramps or obstacles are prohibited.
- Motorized vehicles are prohibited.
36 Arena Road, Akwesasne, ON
We’re located outside the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena
- Mohawk Council of Akwesasne