After the Superior Court of Quebec dismissed his lawsuit against the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) and Tewatohnhi'saktha, the first hearing in Elvin “Jason” Diabo's appeal passed uneventfully, with the highest court in Quebec ruling that his request for leave to appeal had been unnecessary.
Marcus Bankuti is a managing editor at The Eastern Door, where he has been reporting since 2021 on issues that matter to Kahnawake and Kanesatake. His work focuses on culture and society, regional interests, and the impact of energy and mining, often exploring the intersections of law and environmental concerns. Marcus's insights have been featured in notable publications including the Penticton Herald, CTV News Montreal, and The Hamilton Spectator.














