September - Lower Kootenay Band

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September 2013
“A stable, independent, self-governing authority providing principled leadership to a dynamic community of
caring, healthy citizens, from a secure resource base”
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS*
ku’–‰ma‡aku - September
*Subject to change without notice
(Ripening of Chokecherries)
A few back to school tips that may help with the start
of September.
Set alarm clocks. A set time to wake up will help to
establish routines.
What: Mens Group
rd
th
th
When: September, 3 , 10 , and 24 4-8pm
Where: LKB Gym
What: Council Meeting
th
th
When: September, 10 and 24 9:00 am
Where: LKB Boardroom
Make lunches/snacks the night before school. Older
What: Community Meeting
th
When: September, 24 5:00 pm
Where: LKB Complex
Leave plenty of extra time. Make sure your child has
What: Ktunaxa Language Class
th
th
rd
th
When: Mondays, 10am Sept. 9 , 16 , 23 , and 30
Where: Yellow House
After school. Review with your child what to do if he
What: Lisa’s Foot Care Clinic
th
When September, 12
Where: Yellow House
children can help or make their own. Food helps
children focus
plenty of time to get up and go through their morning
routines
or she gets home after school and you are not there.
Be very specific, particularly with young children.
Review your child’s schoolbooks. This will help to
find out what they are learning and how they are
progressing in school.
Inside this issue
1
Into, Community Events
2
This Month’s Recipe, Ktunaxa Words
3, 4
September is Arthritis Awareness Month
5-14
Staff Reports
12
Yellow House Calendar of Events
15
Ktunaxa Women’s Youth Camp Report
16
Library Events From Misty Louie
17
Letter from Chief Librarian Aaron Francis
18
Post-Secondary Education Info Meeting
19
Education
20
Quotes Page
21
Tips and Tricks
22
5 Hidden Dangers of Energy Drinks
23
Why Recycle?
24
Reminder of the Use of Faculties i.e. Gym, Kitchen, etc…
25
Bladerunners Report
26
Tips and Info from Housing
27
Bowling Night
28
Staff Contact List
29
Intro From New Staff
30
For Your Info
31
Birthdays and Bear Hugs
Lower Kootenay Band Newsletter
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September 2013
Ktunaxa
Homemade Burger
Recipe
Family
My mother
Male
ka ma
Female
ka ma
My father
ka titu
kasu
My child
ka ‘a—qa‰t
ka ‘a—qa‰t
My daughter
kw swin
ka swin
My son
kan xa‰i
kan xa‰i
My grandmother
ka papa
ka titi
My grandfather
ka papa
ka papa
Preparation
My older brother
ka tat
ka tat
In large bowl, whisk together eggs, bread
crumbs, onion, garlic powder, Worcestershire
sauce, salt and pepper.
In small bowl, mix together ketchup, steak sauce,
and mustard; remove half and set aside. Add
remaining ketchup mixture to egg mixture; mix
in beef.
Shape into eight 3/4-inch (2 cm) thick patties.
(Make-ahead: Layer between waxed paper in
airtight container and refrigerate for up to 24
hours.Optional.)
Place on greased grill over medium-high heat;
FLIP ONLY ONCE and brushing occasionally
with reserved sauce, until thermometer inserted
sideways into center reads 160°F (71°C), or
about10 to 15 minutes. Sandwich in buns.
Remember Do Not Squish Burgers(its makes
them less juicy same goes with flipping too many
times. Enjoy!
My younger brother ka ƒa
ka ƒa
My older sister
ka ƒu
ka ƒu
My younger sister
ka nana
ka nana
Ingredients
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2 eggs
1/2 cup (125 mL) dried bread crumbs
3 tbsp (45 mL) minced or grated sweet onion
2 tsp (10 mL) garlic powder
1 tsp (5 mL) Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
1/2 tsp (2 mL) pepper
1/4 cup (60 mL) ketchup
3 tbsp (45 mL) brown steak sauce
2 tbsp (30 mL) mustard
2 lb (907 g) lean ground beef
8 hamburger buns, split and toasted
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September 2013
-by Linda Berg
Arthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions in Canada. I encourage people to learn more
about this condition during Arthritis Awareness Month. I have been living with rheumatoid arthritis
since 1988. This month is an opportunity to learn about arthritis, methods of prevention, symptoms,
and approaches to living with it. The word arthritis is derived from the Greek words arthron for "joint"
and itis for "inflammation." Today, the term is used for hundreds of different varieties of joint problems
that have specific symptoms, such as pain, swelling, and stiffness. Arthritis means a change inside a
joint.
There are more than 100 types of arthritis that affect the joints, tissues that surround the joints, and
other connective tissue. People with arthritis typically experience pain, aching, stiffness, and swelling
in their joints, that can make everyday activities difficult or painful. Over four million Canadians aged
15 and older live with arthritis. Close to three in five Canadians with arthritis are of working age; under
64 years old.
(source: Public Health Agency of Canada- http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca )
As our population ages, the number of Canadians living with arthritis is expected to increase
substantially. For this reason, it is important to adopt a healthy, active lifestyle to help prevent certain
types of arthritis and reduce the effects of all types. For example; regular physical activity will improve
joint flexibility. Some types of arthritis are:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune means of, relating to, or caused
by autoantibodies or T cells that attack molecules, cells, or tissues of the organism producing them.
Rheumatoid arthritis causes redness, pain, swelling or a hot (or warm) feeling in the lining of a joint.
The inflammation may also affect other internal organs, such as the eyes, lungs, or heart. RA can
affect any joint, but the most commonly involved are in the hands, wrists, and feet.
Childhood Arthritis (or Juvenile Arthritis) Chronic arthritis in children and adolescents, called juvenile
idiopathic arthritis (JIA), is a chronic disorder associated with serious disability for many of those
affected. The most common presenting symptoms of JIA are joint swelling, stiffness or pain, and can
occur in one joint or many joints, Approximately one in 1,000 children under the age of 16 years
suffers from arthritis. Juvenile arthritis is among the most common childhood chronic disorders.
Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease. It is the most common form of arthritis. It
causes pain, stiffness and swelling around one or more joints that lasts longer than two weeks. It can
involve any joint, but usually occurs in hands and in weight-bearing joints such as hips, knees, feet
and spine.
Osteoporosis (i.e., thin or brittle bones) is a skeletal disorder characterized by low bone density and
an elevated risk of fracture. While it is more prevalent among older individuals (women more than
men) it affects individuals of all ages. Fractures associated with osteoporosis, specifically fractures of
the spine and hip, are a significant cause of disability, mortality and health care utilization; however,
they are largely preventable.
Other symptoms of arthritis can include: fatigue, dry eyes, depression, swelling of the joints, joint
deformity, lack of energy, pain upon movement, and limited mobility.
Anyone who thinks that they may have arthritis, should see their family doctor. The test for diagnoses
is blood work that would show inflammation levels. Although some people do not like to take any kind
of medication, it is the most effective way to prevent joint destruction, which may eventually lead to
joint replacement. It is also important to manage arthritis pain in order to maintain an active work,
personal and family life. Twenty years ago, a diagnoses of arthritis would involve pain management
only. In today’s day and age for someone recently diagnosed, arthritis treatment would most likely
involve a more aggressive treatment plan that would focus on prevention of joint destruction, and
putting off or completely preventing joint replacement.
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September 2013
It can be frustrating when living with arthritis, to struggle to open a jar, juice container, medication
bottle, press a button, write with a pen or pencil, put a sock on, or any other task that requires hand
strength, or that most people may take for granted.
****This article was written by me to provide information about what arthritis is, and basic information
about the symptoms. It does not reflect the opinions or views of Lower Kootenay Band in any way,
and is in no way intended to provide medical advice or medical diagnoses. This article is based on
information from my own personal experience of living with rheumatoid arthritis for 25 years, as well
as information from the Public Health Agency of Canada. If you have been diagnosed with any kind
of arthritis, or think that you may have it, please talk to your family doctor. ****
Some tips:
 Get enough rest every night. Lack of sleep can make arthritis active.
 Eat a balanced meal, plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.
 Talk to your doctor about your daily calcium intake.
 Don’t overdo it, such as lifting too much weight. Ask for assistance.
 Keep active. Try non-impact exercises such as swimming.
More Information sources:
The Arthritis Society of BC & Yukon
Public Health Agency of Canada
www.arthritis.ca/BC
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca
Balanced Meal
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September 2013
From the Desk of Chief Jason Louie
Ki'suk kyukyit. I hope everyone had a nice and relaxing summer with friends and family. I submit the following
in point form for your information of the main events and activities that I have been involved with. Should you
require any further information or clarification on this report please do not hesitate to contact me.
- Ktunaxa Language Classes are held Mondays at the Yellow House commencing at 10:00 am. Numbers
average from 6-12 participants with lesson material that cover: common words & phrases, traditional
songs, numbers, days of the week, months, and Ktunaxa sign language. Anyone who is willing to learn
is welcome to attend & the classes are not based on pass/fail. Much fun & laughter is incorporated into
each class. We must all be pro-active in the preservation of our language as the language is on the
verge of extinction.
- Attended the KKCFS AGA as well as one day of the KNC AGA at Tobacco Plains. The number of
Nation members attending was low. I made a suggestion to KNC to host the AGA's at the Governance
Building in Cranbrook as the facilities are equipped to house large numbers of people with the
gymnasium & kitchen. Cranbrook is a central location with hotel accomodations, air port, and
electricity for computers/wifi etc. Each member Band could delegate individuals to plan/organize as it
has become a difficult task for individual Bands to find volunteers when it is their turn to host the
AGA.
- Ktunaxa Nation Female Bootcamp Elders Dinner: During the female boot camp hosted by LKB an
elder’s dinner was held. It was a rare opportunity to share a meal with our most valuable resource our
elder and teachers. At this time I witnessed everyone eating and enjoying each other’s company which
sparked an idea to have periodic community dinners. At the present time the majority of dinners are
related to Band/Nation business. It would be beneficial to host a community dinner where no politics
are discussed and community announcements could be made. For example, parents sharing news
of their child making the honour role in school, birthdays, anything to show case positive
achievements. The division in our community has become quite apparent and perhaps "getting to
know" each other may assist on the road to healing. I am fully aware that this would not solve all of our
issues but it would be a nice change of how we meet and gather.
- Attended the Female Boot Camp Graduation which had two young ladies complete and stood proud at
the ceremony as all of our Ktunaxa Nation citizens should. It is beyond words the pride these young
ladies had as well as their parents and family.
- Interior Health Caucus Meeting (Kelowna July 6-8/13): In October of this year, the Ktunaxa Nation
will assume the operation & administration of our own health care. As Canada delegates these
responsibilities to us the KNC will inherit a broken system. Prime Minister Harper has cut millions
from the Health Care Budget before the transfer. Suggestions are made to focus on prevention and
education of such ailments as diabetes, cancer, STI's, healthy eating, and mental illness to name a few.
We will need to be creative and hear from our citizens what their health priorities are.
- St. Peters Cemetery Restoration: Aaron & Buddy have been working hard to restore the cemetery this
summer building a new picket fence, gate, and cleared brush to create more space. Upon completion in
the near future a "blessing" will be made on the cemetery at which time we will invite LKB community
members to attend.
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September 2013
From the Desk of Chief Jason Louie
- Meeting with Okanogan Nation Alliance (Vancouver July 13/13): The ONA have sent numerous
strong worded correspondence to the KNC regarding overlap issues. In an attempt to begin a dialogue
and compromise Chief Jim Whitehead, KNC Chair Kathryn Teneese, and myself, met with ONA reps
in Vancouver. The meeting began somewhat heated but next steps will be to meet with more KNC
Chiefs as well as ONA reps to work through this issue that has no easy solution. The fact that we meet
and were able to remain civil gives promise that we will make progress.
- Attended the KKCFS interviews for the LKB office supervisor. There were two applicants who had
telephone interviews and both were invited for a face to face interview. The formal announcement will
likely be made in early September.
- Meeting with Columbia Power rep Audrey Repin: Ms. Repin visited LKB and I gave her a tour of the
community. Following the tour we had an informal meeting to discuss the possibility of Columbia
Power making a financial contribution to the Round House project. Ms. Repin was interested and in
late September senior management of Columbia Power will come back to LKB for a formal
presentation of the project.
- Presentation to LKB Bladerunners: Met with the LKB Bladerunners group to share of some of my
personal work experience. I am very proud of these young people who have dedicated much of their
time to make their start in the work force. There are approximately 18 participants who are receiving
such training as WHIMIS, First Aid, Serving it Right, to make themselves more employable. Hang in
there guys you can do this and you are making us all so very proud!
- Several old marijuana grow op sites have been discovered throughout LKB lands. The leadership of
LKB have indicated to RCMP that this is a policing priority and we are working closely with them to
eliminate any and all grow ops.
* Please be advised that I will be on holidays from August 26/13 - September 09/13. During this time I
will not be responding to emails or phone calls.
This concludes this month’s report. Thanking you in advance for your attention to this matter. TAXA
Sincerely,
M. Jason Louie
Chief
Lower Kootenay Band
(250) 428-4428 ext 235
The LKB would like to retract our farewell to Shelly Jacobs as she will continue
her services as a Yaqan Nuki School Teacher, We apologise for any confusion
or inconvenience.
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September 2013
Construction Project at Lower Kootenay
-by Curtis Wullum
The LKB Water Supply and Treatment Improvements Project is moving along very well with an
expected completion date of October 6, 2013.
The contractor has finished installing the dedicated water line from the wells in the flats to the large
reservoir.
A leak test was completed of the new water line and the reservoir and no leaks were discovered.
The road base for Simon Road West has been completed along the new alignment. Ditching for storm
water control along Simon Road and landscaping where excavation occurred for the water line
installation is also complete.
Over the next month the contractor will be completing:
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Paving of Simon Road West;
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Completion of the Water Treatment Building;
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Grass Seeding all areas which have been disturbed during construction;
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Hookups for water service from the old line to the new line;
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Fencing to protect the water source at the wells;
Once the new water treatment building, water hookups and reservoir work is complete, the entire system
will be tested. Following the tests, the new system will be commissioned. We anticipate this to happen in
late September.
Simon Road West will be closed for a couple days for paving. There may also be a minor
disruption in water service while the hookups from the old line to the new water line occur.
These minor delays should be less than 2 hours in duration. We will try to inform the affected
households prior to disruption.
We want to thank everyone for your patience and cooperation while Simon Road has been closed over
the summer months for this construction project.
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September 2013
Report to Lower Kootenay Band membership- September 2013
- by Linda Berg, Chief Operating Officer
EVENTS
Lower Kootenay hosted four large events in a two month period, April 30 th to June 21st. We do not
have any upcoming plans to host or hold any big events at LKB.
From www.cbt.org
Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) has committed to hosting a Basin-wide symposium every three years.
The approach to these events continues to evolve in terms of being meaningful opportunities for
Basin residents to connect with CBT and with each other around common issues.
An important role for CBT is bringing residents together at events like the Symposium, to help the
region work toward solutions to shared challenges, celebrate our accomplishments and create a
legacy of social, economic and environmental well-being for all.
Columbia Basin Trust Symposium October 18 & 19th
 LKB was asked to participate in the Columbia Basin Trust Symposium, October 18 th & 19th. It
is being held at the Wynndel hall.
 Chief Jason will be doing a welcome at the event.
 Arlene Basil will be making 200 indian tacos on the 19th
 Eagle Bear Spirit will be drumming.
Christmas dinner at LKB
I know that most people are probably not thinking about Christmas yet, as it is four months away.
Each year for the past several years, LKB has put on a Christmas dinner for the LKB membership.
This is the best attended seasonal event at LKB. We normally have about 150 people. A lot of food
needs to be purchased to feed everyone. There have been challenges in getting volunteers from the
community, in order to buy, prepare, and serve all of the food. You can imagine how many people
that it takes to peel 200lbs of potatoes, cook 6 hams and 6 turkeys, plus all of the vegetables, and
desserts. Volunteers are needed to put on this big community event. If we are unable to get enough
committed volunteers to put on the big dinner, it may have to be cancelled. Please sign up to help
prepare and cook Christmas dinner for your community.
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September 2013
Staff update
Nurse’s assistant
Misty Louie has been in the Nurse’s Assistant position since April. Her last day will be Friday,
September 5th.
Admin receptionist
Lisa Three Feathers returns from maternity leave on Monday September 23 rd.
Chief annual evaluation
The full time salaried Chief position was a pilot project that first started on
September 4,2012. An annual evaluation process has begin. Community agencies, LKB staff &
Council, and random community members have been selected to complete a 360 degree evaluation
form.
LKB PROJECTS
Land improvements
Old houses
Land improvements in an on-going project at LKB. Lower Kootenay Band is in the process of getting
authorization from the owner of the grey house on highway 21, to burn it down. We have spoken with
the Canyon Lister Fire department and they hope to burn it down in November 2013. One delay could
be the labor dispute at Fortis BC, as the power has to be cut off, prior to it being burned down.
Water project
This started in April 2013 and the new water system is expected to be up and running by October 6 th.
Meetings are held every two weeks.
September 24th meeting agenda items
1) LKB Church
The bell on the old church has fallen in. There have been suggestions brought forward to take it down
and build a monument with the bell on it.
2) LKB Constitution
A committee was formed to discuss and work on the LKB constitution. The constitution will be
discussed with Chief and council in August, and again with the LKB membership at the September
24th community meeting.
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September 2013
3) Dog & cat bylaw
This was discussed at a community meeting in the spring this year. There were suggestions made,
and the draft bylaw has been updated. The third reading of the dog and cat bylaw will be discussed
further at the September 24th community meeting.
4) Chief & Council reports
My meetings/schedule -Linda
July 22- Staff meeting
July 22- Language class
July 22- Housing coordinator
July 25-Aug 2- Vacation time
Aug 6- Staff meeting
Aug 6- Housing coordinator
Aug 7- Social development
Aug 9- Council meeting
Aug 13- Addictions Counselor
Aug 14- Water system meeting
Aug 15- Meet Columbia Power rep
Aug 19- Staff meeting
Aug 20- Chief Jason, RDCK, Chamber, Creston Rec center, meeting about Canada Day
Aug 22- Kootenay Employment Services, Community Directed Funds, meeting
September 24th Community meeting, 5pm
Draft agenda:
1. Dog & cat bylaw (third reading)
2. LKB Constitution
3. LKB church
Lower Kootenay Band, Council meetings
Council meetings are open to the LKB membership to attend as an observer. Council meeting
minutes are posted on the LKB website. A binder with Community meeting minutes is in the LKB
Admin building foyer.
-Submitted by Linda Berg
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September 2013
Food for Thought
-Submitted by Julie Draper
Greetings from the gardens.....We hope everyone has been enjoying the summer. Personally I can't wait for
some cooler days, and I am always thrilled when it rains. The land needs the nourishment of water, and all the
wildfires need putting out!
You have probably noticed all the lovely flowers at the Yellow House garden. Besides giving us beauty, they
play other roles too. The bright yellow and orange flowers are marigolds, and serve as a repellent to many bugs.
(rabbits don't like then either, but that's not an issue here!!) Then combined with the snapdragons, violets and
sunflowers, they attract hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. Bees (not wasps) are vital as they pollinate the
flowers which in turn create all the fruits and vegetables we need to eat. We are also allowing the herb plants of
mint, lemon balm, sage, and lavender to flower as they are important for the bees. There are alarming reports
that bees are on a decline and it’s important that we do our part and honour their survival. We are also letting
the sunflowers go to seed as little birds have begun feasting on them. Right now the black capped chickadees
are here and can be seen zooming around the sunflowers. They are the wee grey and white birds with the black
caps...very friendly!
Right now the cherry tomatoes are ripening...if you notice some red ones, pop them in your mouth and enjoy!!
We've also been harvesting cucumbers, onions, cabbage, swiss chard, and garlic...they are brought into the
yellow house for people to pick up. Next year we plan to organise the beds so that we are getting the ultimate
yield from them.
The field down below in the flats has been a huge learning curve for everyone involved. It has evolved from an
idea into an enormous project that everyone can be proud of. Many hearts and hands have been involved...the
one acre field has been fenced...the land has been plowed, an awesome shed has been built, and my personal
favourite, a biffy has been provided. A quarter acre of this field has been planted with organic potatoes, which
will provide healthy nutritious food but is also a lot of extra work, as the weeds must be pulled instead of
sprayed. Huge thanks to Rudy Luke Sr. for doing such an amazing job weeding the spuds. The raspberries have
established themselves, and promise to be thriving for next year's picking. We also have pumpkin plants
growing, and we hope to have jack‘o’lanterns for the kids this Halloween. The corn was planted a little too late
so not a huge success there...but now we know and will have it planted in plenty of time next year.
As always, much appreciation to everyone involved in this important adventure of growing food for the
community. We all deserve to eat healthy food and enjoy long healthy lives. We appreciate any thoughts or
ideas for this garden project...what you would like to see growing in the future. I'm always happy to chat about
good food, and can usually be found most days in one of these gardens. We would also like to thank COTR for
their continued support and for lending us Melissa to share her knowledge and muscle!
All the best, Julie Draper
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September 2013
MONTH of SEPTEMBER Yellow House
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
LABOUR DAY
3
Men’s Group
4:00 – 8:00
4
10am-2:30pm
Cathy Nurse
Practitioner
5
9:30am-10am
@ Rec Centre
for day passes
6
7
8
9
10am Ktunaxa
Language
Dr. Grahn
10
Men’s Group
4:00 – 8:00
11
10am-2:30pm
Cathy Nurse
Practitioner
12 9:30am-10am
13
SA Form due
14
Dietitian
16
10am Ktunaxa
Language
17
18
10am-2:30pm
Cathy Nurse
Practitioner
19
9:30am-10am
@ Rec Centre
for day passes
20
21
23
10am Ktunaxa
Language
24
Men’s Group
4:00 – 8:00
25 SA Day
10am-2:30pm
Cathy Nurse
Practitioner
26
9:30am-10am
@ Rec Centre
for day passes
27
28
15
22
@ Rec Centre for
day passes
Lisa Foot Care
Myanne
Immunizations
Dr. Grahn
29
30
10am Ktunaxa
Language
31
Men’s Group
4:00 – 8:00
For appointments with any of the health care providers at the
~ Yellow House please call 428-4408 or 428-4409 ~
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September 2013
HEALTH NEWS
Donna Whitesel RN Home Care Nurse
Summer has flown by and fall is just around the corner. This summer has had some amazing weather,
lots of
heat, just the way I remember summers used to be when I was a kid. This heat has definitely created a wasp
problem, hope nobody got stung.
The community garden is doing well; we have been eating tomatoes and cucumbers daily. Still have lots of
onions that will need a home. 200 pounds of cherries were delivered through Harvest Share and distributed to
the community. Plums are next to arrive, watch for memos posted on Yellow House Facebook and at the
Administration Building.
New Receptionist – We are very happy to have Sandi Wayling join our team here at the Yellow House. She
smiles a lot and makes a great pot of coffee, come up and meet her.
Dietitian – Catherine is due September 09. We will be having the usual luncheon and a discussion as to what
topics the group would like to address for the upcoming year. A suggestion of a grocery store tour and label
reading for healthy eating are two of the items already requested. If you want to meet with Catherine, call the
Yellow House and book an appointment. Lunch is open to everyone, please join us.
Lisa’s Foot Care Clinic – Lisa will be in September 12. If we didn’t catch you when she was here August 22,
please call for an appointment.
Immunizations – Myanne will be returning September 12 to do more immunizations. Sandi will be contacting
people for an appointment time.
Nurse Practitioner – Cathy Carlgren visits the community every Wednesday. If you would like an appointment,
call the Yellow House.
Rec Centre Day Pass – This free day pass continues to be offered every Thursday morning 9:30-10:00. Swing
by the Rec Centre and get your wrist band that will give you all day access to most of the Rec Centre facilities.
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September 2013
Report from Arlene Basil
Hello,
Just a few items that are happening in September:
4-Client to Cranbrook
5-Client to Medical Clinic
10-Chief and Council Meeting
12-Client to Cranbrook
14- Grand opening for "Canal Flats Interpretive Centre
19-Client to Dr. Appointment
21-Cranbrook-Aids Walk For Life
24-Chief and Council Meeting/Community Meeting
27-Chief and Council-Cranbrook-Health Transfer
28-Bowling and Pizza Night
Wishing all the Students an awesome school year!!
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September 2013
Ktunaxa Women’s Youth Camp
Lower Kootenay band was the host location of this summer’s
Boot Camp. All female Cadre and all female participants. The
8 days were jam packed with guest speakers, physical training,
cultural legends, songs, stories, sign language and even a bit of
recent Ktunaxa History from distinguished elder’s of our
nation. Resiliency was the theme and the participants and
guests who came during the week were given tools for
achieving it.
The girls made shawls, had painting lessons, completed
details, conducted nightly journal assignments, and gave
speeches at the end. The camp was a complete success and I
am proud to announce that we have a few more young
people who have a clearer view of the direction they want
to head with their lives.
Special thanks to the funders Ktunaxa/Kinbasket Child &
Family Services Society, Ktunaxa Nation Health and
Columbia Basin Trust. Also a big thank you to all of the
supporters, encouragers and promoters of the camp. All of
the guest speakers and their families are very special to me and I thank them for sharing so much of themselves
with us and to this cause. The support of the nation, chiefs & councils is much apprecaited and I want everyone
to know all the hard work that was put in by the Cadre (Eldene Stanley, Chelsea Nicholas, Star Cardinal and
Amber Louie) was phenominal.
The cook Destyni Basil never dissappointed and my
admin support Alaina Allard kept me sane.
Congradulate the two full time participants
Alexandra Hunter and Elisha Jimmy if you see
them because they endured such an exhausting
camp, both physically and emotionally. Never
complained and gave their all. Very proud of these
two young ladies!
Until next time,
Misty Louie
Camp Leader
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September 2013
531 16th Avenue South
Creston, BC V0B 1G2
(250) 428-4141
Ki’suk Kyukyit,
Reoccurring weekly Fall events in the library:
Sun/Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Closed
11am
Baby time
10am
Embroidery
club
10:30am
Family story
time
3pm
For youth by
youth
10am
Ask Andrew
Special Fall events in the library:
Book Reading: The zero mile diet by Carolyn Herriot Sept 5, 2013 at 1pm
Film in the library: Secretariat’s Jockey Sept 10, 2013 at 7pm
Food Film Fest: Oct 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2013 at 6pm
Monthly living books and pseudo night opera begins again in September!
Items available for check out:
Books
Audio Books
CD’s
Craft Bags
Video Camera’s
Magazines
DVD’s
Projector
Kid’s Book Bins
E-Reader’s
Library Features:
Free Wifi
3 iPads
Audio Room
Reading Garden
Art Display
Public Computers
Children’s Area
Teen Room
Meeting Room
Fax/Printer
My time as the library liaison has come to an end and the following are some of the great things we’ve been able to do
with my time here:
Bring library staff to LKB for various events (open house, YN Pow-wow, Aboriginal day celebration,
networking meeting, information sessions)
Display welcome sign in Ktunaxa at the library
Increase Ktunaxa media in library inventory
Feature Ktunaxa Territory Native Artists in the library
Sign multiple LKB members up for free library cards
Set up permanent Ktunaxa Display in the library
Thank you for your support and I hope you utilize the library for all it has to offer.
~ Misty Louie
Page 16
September 2013
Letter from Chief Librarian Aaron Francis
Ki’suk kyukyit!
In August, the library bid farewell to Misty Louie, who had been serving as a liaison between the library
and LKB for the past several months. This partnership has helped the library build stronger ties with LKB
than at any time in recent memory, and we are extremely grateful to the Chief and Council for their support
and generosity.
Projects that Misty worked on during her time at the library include: organizing a Ktunaxa Art Display at
the library, creating a “Welcome to the traditional homelands of the Yaqan Nukiy people” sign which will
hang permanently at the front entrance to the library, attending numerous events at LKB on behalf of the
library, creating a permanent display of Ktunaxa Nation artifacts and information for the library display
case, and advising the library on development of a First Nations collection.
Historically, libraries--like most public institutions in Canada—have failed to pay due respect to the First
Nations whose traditional lands we occupy. It is past time that libraries became more proactive in ensuring
that we are meeting the needs of local First Nations communities and I want this process to start right here
at Creston Valley Public Library.
My goal is for Lower Kootenay Band members to have an active and substantial voice in how the library is
operated—in the development of our collections, in our programs and services, and in our role as a
community hub where people of all backgrounds congregate to share ideas and information.
While Misty is moving forward to bigger and better things, I hope that her achievements here can serve as a
spark to greater participation in the life of the library for LKB members. For my part, I am committed to
continuing the dialogue we have started with Chief and Council, and look forward to consulting with all of
you on how we can better serve your needs in the future.
How can you get involved?
At our annual AGM, usually held in March, we elect new members to serve on the Library Board. Serving
on the Library Board gives you direct input on how the library is governed. Is there someone who you feel
would be able to provide a strong voice for the community and be willing to serve for a 2 year term?
Encourage them, or better yet, force them to apply when the call goes out next year.
Periodically throughout the year, the library advertises available positions. These are usually temporary,
and may be limited to students. While we hire solely on the basis of merit, we would welcome and give
serious consideration to any eligible applications from LKB members. We want to provide opportunities
for LKB youth to work at the library, so encourage your kids and nieces and nephews to get their
applications in.
You can contact me at any time if you have any questions, comments or suggestions for the library. Email
me at [email protected], call 428-4141, or come in and ask to speak with me.
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September 2013
EDUCATION
Interested in getting more education after high
school??
Come out and meet with post-secondary schools from
Alberta or BC
Where: Prince Charles Secondary School
When: September 18th, 1 to 3pm
Alberta schools will have booths set up from visiting Alberta
post-secondary schools.
Where: Prince Charles Secondary School
When: October 3,2013 10:30am
BC post-secondary school visit on October 3rd.
Both days will be set up at the front end/gym portion of the
school.
Page 18
September 2013
Quotes
“Always be yourself, express
yourself, have faith in yourself,
do not go out and look for a
successful personality and
duplicate it.”
- Bruce Lee
“Dreams don’t work unless
you do.”
-John C. Maxwell
“There is no better time than
now. The time to live is now.
The time to dream is now. The
time to imagine and forget the
past is now. The time to shine
is now. The time to bleed,
sweat, and determine yourself
for the things you want most is
now.”
- Anonymous
“To handle yourself, use
your head; to handle
others, use your heart.”
-Donald Laird
“Small deeds done are better
than great deeds planned.”
-Peter Marshall
“Nothing diminishes
anxiety faster than action.”
-Walter Anderson
Page 19
September 2013
Tips and Tricks
Striped a screw? Use a rubber band across the head or break a
matchstick off in the screw, it will hold.
WD40 will lift ink stains.
Put stinky shoes in a plastic bag and put them in the freezer
overnight. The cold will kill off the bacteria that causes smells.
Use a hair dryer to heat stickers, decals or tape, for 1-2 minutes
and slowly peel away from surfaces.
Drop your batteries from a height of 6 inches onto a flat surface,
if they bounce once and land flat they are good, if they bounce
more than once they are done.
To get rid of rust, soak overnight in vinegar and salt, and don’t
forget to dry it off this time.
Use chapstick on a paper cut, it makes the pain go away
instantly.
Put newspaper at the bottom of your garbage can to absorb
liquids.
Put a wooden spoon across a pot to stop it from boiling over.
Page 20
September 2013
5 Hidden Dangers of Energy Drinks
A 2013 report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration outlines a
drastic climb in energy-drink-related emergency room visits.
Let these five health threats serve as a wake-up call:
#1 Hospital Visits
Death is the worst side effect linked to energy drinks and shots, but there's a laundry list of other health
problems that could send an energy drink enthusiast to the hospital, too. The number of ER visits involving
the drinks doubled from 10,000 in 2007 to more than 20,000 in 2011, according to the new report. Those
most likely affected? People in the 18- to 39-year-old age range. Older folks are reaching for canned and
bottled energy drinks and shots, too, much to the detriment of their health. ER visits for the 40-plus age
group jumped 279 percent between 2007 and 2011.
#2 High Blood Pressure
Drinking two cans of an energy drink a day could lead to a dangerous blood pressure reading, according to
research done at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Doctors there found that 500 milliliters of caffeinated
energy drinks a day lead to a faster heartbeat and a 10-point jump in systolic blood pressure. That might not
seem like much, but if you're one of the 26 million people in the U.S. living with heart disease, it could
pose a major risk.
#3 Heart Attack Risk
Even sugar-free energy drinks with caffeine pose a heart attack threat, according to a 2010 Australian study
published in the American Journal of Medicine. Researchers found that just one drink caused blood vessels
to narrow, even in healthy young adults. The possible culprit is glucuronolactone, a common sweetener in
sugar-free energy drinks. Another potential ticker terror? Bisphenol A, or BPA, the chemical used to line
most metal drink cans, has also been shown to trigger abnormal heart rhythms in heart cell tests in the lab.
#4 Headaches
Headaches are one of the most common side effects that energy drink consumers complain of, according to
the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association. Researchers peg the high caffeine and excess sugar,
not the herbal blends, as the cause of the head pain attributed to consumption of the beverages. A
Nutritional Journal analysis found more than 20 percent of users report headaches, with about 30 percent
also suffering from jolt-and-crash episodes as a side effect. Another 20 percent experienced heart
palpitations.
#5 Drunk Driving
Mixing energy drinks with alcohol creates a whole new set of problems, including the inability to gauge
how drunk you really are. In one study, bar patrons who consumed an alcohol–energy drink combo were
three times more likely to leave the bar plastered and four times more likely to try to drive at closing time.
Tactics for a Real Energy Boost:
• Eat a healthy breakfast every morning.
• Include lean protein with each meal and snack.
• Stand and stretch at least once every hour.
• Take a 20-minute walk several times a week. The exercise can unleash fatigue-fighting brain chemicals
like norepinephrine and dopamine. Nice side effects? The walks will improve your mood and improve your
sleep.
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September 2013
Why recycle?
Recycling Conserves Resources
When we recycle, used materials are converted into new products, reducing the need to
consume natural resources. Recycling helps conserve important raw materials and
protects natural habitats for the future.
Recycling saves energy
Using recycled materials in the manufacturing process uses considerably less energy than that required for
producing new products from raw materials. More energy is required to extract, refine, transport and
process raw materials ready for industry compared with providing industry-ready materials.
Recycling helps protect the environment
Recycling reduces the need for extracting, refining and processing raw materials all
of which create
substantial air and water pollution. As recycling saves energy it also reduces
greenhouse gas emissions, which helps to tackle climate change.
Recycling reduces landfill
When we recycle the amount of trash sent to landfill sites reduces. Landfills produce methane, a powerful
greenhouse gas, when we reduce the amounts of garbage through recycling we also reduce the chemical
and area affect it has on the environment.
What Can or Can Not be Recycled?
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Plastics (Not all plastics are created equal. Chemical compositions among plastics vary resulting in
different plastic resin types. RDCK programs accept household food grade plastics numbered 17.Expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) is NOT accepted)
Newspapers (Clean and dry newspapers and inserts are accepted, oil stained/moldy newspapers are
not)
Mixed Paper (Magazines and catalogues, Reading books and school notebooks or scribblers,
Envelopes and everyday paper and high quality paper, Office paper including computer paper and
ledger paper, Boxboard including cereal boxes, Kraft Dinner boxes, tissue boxes, toilet paper rolls,
etc.)
Glass (Clean food jars, clean beverage containers, all colors are accepted. Windows, mirrors,
pottery, ceramics, light bulbs and florescent tubes are not accepted.)
Tin and Aluminum
Page 22
September 2013
Reminder for the use of Facilities
LOWER KOOTENAY BAND COMMUNITY COMPLEX
Use of the Facilities is a privilege, not a right
1) Facilities must be booked ahead of time. You must phone the Lower
Kootenay Band Office at least one (1) week ahead of time to ensure
availability. If your organization/group is not on the schedule, then
you MAY NOT use the facilities. Abuse of this policy will result in all
privileges to be revoked.
2) Lower Kootenay Band “Functions” will take priority over everything! If
the Lower Kootenay Band requires the gymnasium for a function, the
booked organization/group will be contacted immediately to reschedule.
3) Facilities must be kept in a clean, orderly fashion.
A) Please remove all garbage before you vacate the building.
B) All sporting equipment must be put away in its appropriate place.
C) Floors must be swept and mopped if necessary.
D) All tables and chairs must be put away.
E) All lights must be turned off.
F) All doors must be closed.
4) There is to be absolutely NO: Bikes, Roller Blades, Skateboards,
Scooters, or any other type of wheeled equipment in the
gymnasium. These all damage the floors and bleachers. Abuse of this
policy will result in all privileges to be revoked.
5) There is to be absolutely NO SMOKING in the Lower Kootenay
Complex. Privileges will be taken away indefinitely if this policy is ignored.
6) For the safety of our youth, ALL youth activities must be supervised by a
RESPONSIBLE ADULT(S) at all times. The Supervisor is responsible
for ensuring that the youth act accordingly and respect the facilities. Any
damage to this facility is the responsibility of the Supervisor and its
employer to report to the Lower Kootenay Band Office immediately.
THIS IS A COMMUNITY BUILDING ABUSE AND DISREPECT
WILL NOT BE TOLERATED
Page 23
September 2013
LKB Newsletter Submission
Skye McDougall
August 22, 2013
BladeRunners Comes to LKB
Eighteen Lower Kootenay youth are currently enrolled in BladeRunners, an employment training
program aimed at providing youth with the basic training they need to be successful in the labour
force. Beginning August 6th and running until August 30th, 2013, daily training sessions are being
held at Yaqan Nukiy School. At the end of the one-month training, each participant will be
assisted in finding employment within the Creston Valley. The 320 hour paid work placement will
give BladeRunners participants a chance to train and gain skills and confidence, with the goal of
staying in the job for the long-term.
Some of the courses that have been completed to date include Occupational First Aid Level 1,
Food Safe, WHMIS, Serving it Right, and computer skills training. Participants have also done
personality testing, conflict resolution, resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, stress and
time management, goal setting, and career cruising. The students have been doing really well
working through all this material in mid-summer. They deserve a pat on the back for their hard
work and dedication!
BladeRunners visited the Hushcroft Mill to check out what an industrial type job would be like.
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September 2013
Housing Tips and Information
When Do I have to Pay Rent?
How Can I Pay My Rent?
Each tenant of either CMCH subsidized
housing OR Band owned housing has
signed a Rental Tenancy Agreement. This
Agreement as well as the LKB Housing
Policy states rent is due at the beginning
of each month.
You pay your rent in the following ways:
This means for instance the rent for April
is due and needs to be paid at the
beginning of April.
If you do not pay your rent by the 10th of
each month, your rent is considered late.
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By cheque, considering your checks
stay current i.e. no NSF(insufficient
funds), if this happens your checks will
no longer be honored and there will be
a NSF charged to you.
By Cash
By payroll deduction, this will have to
be organized by your employer to our
finance department.
By debit, we have a debit machine at
the front desk.
Tips and Hints:
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Pay Rent the first week of the current month
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Mark the day to pay rent on your calendar
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Arrange pay check deductions
Page 25
September 2013
Saturday, September 28th, 2013
6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Borderline Bowling Centre
Everyone Welcome!!
Come out to enjoy each other!!
Free Event for LKB Community Members:
FREE Cosmic Bowling, FREE pizza, and
FREE nonalcoholic refreshments!
Sponsored by LKB Social Development and
LKB Health
Page 26
September 2013
Lower Kootenay Band Administrative Staff:
Chief Operating Officer
Director of Finance
- Linda Berg
- Richard McLeod
(250)428-4428 Ext. 224
(250)428-4428 Ext. 233
Accounting & Membership Clerk
Housing Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
Education Coordinator
Post Secondary Coordinator
Culture & Language Teacher
Director of Development Services
Public Works Supervisor
Home and Community Care
Social Development Worker
Alcohol & Drug Worker
Maintenance
Janitor
- Trina Luke
- Marty Sonntag
- Lisa Three Feathers
- Denice Louie
- Carol Louie
- Jason Louie
- Curtis Wullum
- Chris Luke Jr.
- Donna Whitesel
- Shari Leyte
- Barbara Basil
- Jim Mercil
- Aileen Evans
(250)428-4428Ext. 231
(250)428-4428Ext. 229
(250)428-4428Ext. 221
250)428-4428 Ext.236
(250)428-4428Ext. 241
(250)428-4428Ext. 235
(250)428-6394 (c)
(250)428-6245 (c)
(250)428-4408
(250)428-4406
(250)428-4405
(250)428-4428
(250)428-4428
Lower Kootenay Band Chief & Council:
Chief
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
(Executive)
(Lands & Resources)
(Social Services)
(Economic Sector)
(TKL Sector)
Jason Louie
Anne Jimmie
Mary Basil
Robin Louie
Arlene Basil
(250)428-4428Ext. 235
(250)428-4428Ext. 241
(250)428-4428
(250)428-4428
(250)428-4428
Lower Kootenay Band Office Hours:
Monday – Friday 9-4
Closed For Statutory Holidays
***Please Note Lower Kootenay Band Council now has an Office in
the Administrative Building!!! Check out our upcoming Newsletters
for times, dates, they are in the office, as well as their phone
Extension!!!
LKB has a policy that: ‘This office is committed to a workplace where everyone is safe and is treated with
courtesy, dignity and respect. Swearing, shouting, threats or violence will not be tolerated.’
BC has a new Anti-Bullying Legislation. Effective July 1st, 2012, Worksafe BC will be accepting claims
for mental distress based on workplace bullying and harassment. Bullying means aggressive, abusive, or
hostile conduct, humiliation, intimidation, or threats which could be considered be a reasonable person to
create a negative impact on any personnel, or produce an environment detrimental to work for any
personnel. Chief & council passed a Bullying Policy at their April 10, 2012 council meeting. A copy will
be placed on the LKB website in the near future, or you can pick up a copy from the front desk, or have it
emailed to you. Thank you for helping to keep LKB a harassment free workplace.
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September 2013
Intro From New Staff
-Aileen Evans Custodian
I have been a resident of Creston most of my life. I trained as a
primary school teacher at SFU and taught for 2 years before I began
as a Christian Minister. I worked all over BC as a minister for 18
years before returning to Creston. I am a Nisga’a citizen, and have
learned some rudimentary carving skills from a master carver. I enjoy
carving spoons, ladles and masks. I also make Native American
Flutes. I began working at Lower Kootenay Band in July and look
forward to getting to know more in the community.
All for now,
Aileen
Page 28
September 2013
FOR YOUR INFORMATION~LKB Administration
Please obey all posted
speed limits for the
safety of all community
members!!
COMMUNITY
PHOTOS WANTED FOR THE
UPCOMING WEBSITE. EITHER
COME IN TO SCAN OR SEND VIA
EMAIL TO [email protected]
Please be reminded that you will have to
sign a photo release waiver form.
ILLEGAL DUMPING
Please be advised if you see someone that is not a
community member using our garbage dumpsters
to alert the Administration Office. We need to
alert the authorities as these dumpsters are for the
sole use of Lower Kootenay Band Community
members.
LOWER KOOTENAY BAND
WEBSITE
www.lowerkootenay.com
Please join the LKB mailing list
Don’t forget to stop by the LKB
Office to check out our
Employment/Career Binder. It is
always updated. Copies can be
made at your request!
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September 2013
BEAR HUGS
Ki’suk akunmaktitnis
September
Silas Abraham
Sonja Adams
Danielle Basil
Rhiannon Basil
Sheryl Basil
Rita Dekker
Michaila Hawkins
Cecile Ignatius
Jason Leacock
Aiyana Louie
Chase Louie
Laz Louie
Wayne Louie
Chelsey Luke
Chloe Luke
Dakota White
Doreen White
Peter White
Sorry if anyone was missed
Sports News
If anyone would like to submit a sports column with
various community or any other sports news i.e.
NHL, MLB etc, please feel free to send your news
to me at [email protected]
Submissions/Delivery
Submissions to the monthly newsletter need to be
submitted by the last week of the month. This can be
done by emailing [email protected] . If
you would like this newsletter emailed to you, just
email us with your preferred email address.
Submissions that are seen as offensive or prepared to
discredit another will not be submitted.
Bear Hugs To Abel Three Feathers for
Helping Out At David Ratcliffe's Celebration
of Life Services.
Bear hugs To Everyone that helped out
with David Ratcliffe's Celebration of Life
Services.
Bear Hugs To Louis Basil for helping out
with Moving.
Bear Hugs to Caitlin and Tyler for helping
clean up after the memorial.
Bear hugs to Louie, Aaron, and Buddy for
all the great work that they’re doing at the
cemetery.
Bear hugs to Tim and Mike for the work
done at the community garden. The new
shed looks just great!
Bear Hugs to Arlene, Barb and Cheryl for
helping to organise the Celebration for
SuperDave. We couldn't have done it
without you.
Bear Hugs to all the helpful hearts and
hands that came together to help us
celebrate SuperDave. It meant a lot.
Bear Hugs thanks to all those who have
contributed to the program so far:
Thank you for sharing your stories: Chief
Jason Louie, Joe Pierre Jr., Chris Luke Sr.,
Misty Louie, Robin Louie, Mike White,
Amber Louie, Sandra and Moose Luke for
their drumming, the boys – especially
Chase and Johnny - for digging the pit for
pit cooking. That clay did not make it easy!
Thank you to Chad Luke for the generous
donation of elk meat for our pit cooking.
Bear Hugs To Blair Weston, from Fortis BC,
For donating reusable shopping bags to
LKB.
Bear Hugs To the Harvest Share program
for all of the Yummy and healthy fresh fruit
and vegetables, that is donated to LKB
appreciative families!
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