LKB March Newsletter 2016

March 2016
“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*
March (Melting Snow)
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*Subject to change without notice
What: Chief and Council Meetings
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When: March 7 & 21 , 2016 @ 9:30am
Where: LKB Boardroom
What: Community Pot Luck
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When: March 30 , 2016 @ 6:00pm
Where: Round House
What Office Closure – Good Friday, Easter Monday
Where: Administration & Yellow House
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When: March 25 & 28 , 2016
Just to let you know…
There will be some “Special Edition” Newsletters
starting in April 2016.
Check out the LKB Administration Staff Bio’s.
Also More to come in May 2016 as well as June 2016.
Paper copies are available at the office. Electronic
available on the website.
What a pretty picture..
*What are your thoughts of having a “Community
Member” spot in the newsletter as well? Each month
a different Community Member has a bio?
Inside this issue
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Upcoming Events
Ktunaxa/ Recipe
LKB Staff Directory
From The Desk Of Chief Jason Louie
Councillor - Sandra Luke
Community Elder - Anne Jimmie
Housing Coordinator - Debbie Edge-Partington
Public Works Supervisor – Chris Luke Jr.
Social Development Worker – Sandy Wayling
Capacity Building Survey Flyer
Summer Student Employment Flyer
Aqam Employment Opportunity
Submission From KABDA
Community Pot Luck Flyer
Submission From Lisa Three Feathers
FYI LKB Administration
Bear Hugs & Birthdays
Lower Kootenay Band Newsletter
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Recipe
Ktunaxa
Good day/afternoon Ki’su’k kyukyit
Good morning
Ki’su’k wi‰nam
Good night
Ki’su’k ƒi‰miyit
How are you feeling today?
Ka ‘kin –a—qa‰xu’ni nawsanmiyitki?
Lactose Free Mashed
Potatoes with Green onion
and grainy mustard
Ingredients
I am feeling fine.
Hu qa qu qa‰xuni ‘ni.
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My name is _____________.
Hu qak‰ik_______________.
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What is your name?
Ka’kin –aqak‰ik?
what is his/her name?
Ka’s ‡aqak‰ik?
What is your (plural) name?
Ka’ kin –aqak‰iyki‰?
I made it.
Hu ‹itkini (hun –itkini
You made it.
Hin –itkini.
He/She made it.
Šitkini (–itkini
We made it.
Hu ‹itkna‰a’ni. (Hun –itkna‰a’ni)
They made it.
Šitkini‰ni. (–itkini‰ni)
What is your job?
Qapsin –at kin sqa‰i—kinmik?
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3 lb (1.5 kg) Yukon gold potatoes, peeled
and cut in 1 ½-inch (4 cm) cubes (about 5
large)
1 cup (250 mL) PC Lactose-Free 14%
M.F. Sour Cream
6 tbsp (90 mL) PC Lactose-Free
Margarine
1/2 cup (125 mL) minced green onions
1 tbsp (15 mL) PC Whole Grain Dijon
Mustard
1 tsp (5 mL) salt
1/4 tsp (1 mL) freshly ground black
pepper
Instructions
1. Add potatoes to large saucepan of salted
water; bring to a boil over medium-high
heat. Boil gently for about 20 minutes or
until potatoes are cooked through; drain
well. Return potatoes to saucepan; place
over low heat to dry slightly. Remove
from heat; cover and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in small saucepan combine
sour cream, margarine, onions and
mustard. Warm over low heat, stirring
frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until
heated through.
3. Add warmed sour cream mixture to
potatoes; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Using a potato masher, mash potatoes to
desired texture.
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Lower Kootenay Band Administrative Staff:
Interim Director of Operations
Director of Finance
Accounting & Membership Clerk
Housing Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
Director of Education
Education Support Worker
Chief and Council Office
Director of Development Services
Public Works Supervisor
Home and Community Care
Social Development Worker
Maintenance
- Heather Suttie
- Karlene Emary
- Trina Luke
- Debbie Edge-Partington
- Lisa Three Feathers
- Karen Smith
- Carol Louie
- Jason Louie
- Curtis Wullum
- Chris Luke Jr.
- Sandy Wayling
- Curtis Pachal
(250)428-4428 Ext. 224
(250)428-4428 Ext. 233
(250)428-4428 Ext. 231
(250)428-4428 Ext. 229
(250)428-4428 Ext. 225
(250)428-9816
(250)428-4428 Ext. 241
(250)428-4428 Ext.235
(250)428-6394 (c)
(250)428-6245 (c)
(250)428-4409
(250)428-4409
(250)428-4428
Lower Kootenay Band Chief & Council:
Chief
Councillor
Councillor
Councillor
Councillor
(Executive)
(Lands & Resources)
(Social Services)
(Economic Sector)
(TKL Sector)
Jason Louie
Sandra Luke
Destyni Basil
Jared Basil
Mary Basil
(250)428-4428 Ext. 235
(250)428-4428
(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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March 2016
From the Desk of Chief Jason Louie
Ki'suk kyukyit
January 2016 details please
appointment at
(greetings). The following are the main areas of activity from
February 2016. Should you require any further information or
do not hesitate to contact me. I can also be available by
the Lower Kootenay Band Chief & Council Office.
- January 05/16: Meeting with RCMP re: update on Lower Kootenay Band Police
Report. RCMP reported minor policing issues in the community.
- January 06/16: Meeting with Ktunaxa Nation Council & RCMP Community Policing
Agreement. The RCMP/KNC Policing Agreement with the Ktunaxa Nation is set to
expire. An amended agreement will be in place in the near future.
- January 08/16: Networking meeting with Mayor Ron Toyota. Planning is underway
for Community to Community Meetings with Creston Mayor & Council & Lower Kootenay
Band Chief & Council.
- January 11/16: Regularly scheduled Chief & Council Meeting.
- January 12/16: Radio appearance on 94.1 Juice FM to update listeners on LKB
initiatives.
- January 14/16: Radio Appearance on CBC Radio to give Province wide update on
LKB initiatives.
- January 21/16: Regularly scheduled Ktunaxa Nation Executive Council Meeting.
- January 25/16: Regularly scheduled Chief & Council Meeting.
- January 27/16: Director of Operations Interviews. Five candidates were short
listed & interviewed for the position. Interview panel consisted of: Anne Jimmie
(Community Elder), Jared Basil (LKB Council Rep), Lou Varela (Town of Creston
Manager), Darlene Trach (KNC Human Resources).
- January 29/16: Winter Wellness Challenge: Several BC First Nations participated
in the Winter Wellness Challenge. LKB was challenged by a neighbouring First
Nation & we accepted the challenge. Participants dipped into the frigid waters of
the Kootenay River in the spirit of mental, physical, emotional, & spiritual,
wellness.
- February 01/16: KNC Data Governance Meeting. How to best use data & technology
as a governance tool.
- February 05/16: Teleconference with First Nations Health Authority. The Ktunaxa
Nation Council has an opportunity to utilize Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centre
funding. Early stage discussions of location & funding details.
- February 08/16: Attended Family Day activities at the Creston Valley Recreation
Complex.
- February 09/16: Meeting with RCMP updating on community policing matters.
- February 10/16: Meeting with College of the Rockies. Planning & Discussions
around Indigenous Adult Basic Education Program.
- February 11/16: Ktunaxa Nation Council Chief Administrative Officer Interviews.
I participated in the interviews for this KNC position as a panel member.
- February 15/16: Second Round of Director of Operations Interviews. Candidates
were narrowed down to two. Both were in person interviews. The successful DOO
candidate selected was Heather Suttie.
- February 16-18/16: Union of BC Chiefs Meeting (Vancouver).
- February 19/16: Attended Ktunaxa Language Workshop at the Round House
facilitated by Dr. Christopher Horsethief. Workshop was well attended by over 30
of the Nations citizens.
- February 22/16: Regularly scheduled Chief & Council Meeting.
- February 22/16: A friendly game of volleyball was played LKB vs Creston
Fire/Rescue. These initiatives assist with building upon community relations.
- February 14/16: Community Potluck Feast at the Round House.
- February 26/16: Attended the Social Sector Meeting as Mary Basils alternate.
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March 2016
February 23/2016
Ki’suk Kyukyit,
Can you believe it; we are already at the end of February and 2016 is off running. I hope everyone is
doing okay and healthy, with cold flu season still hanging around. I have been out on meetings dealing
with my portfolio. I sit at the Ktunaxa Nation Executive Council (KNEC), Chair for Lands & Resource
Council (LRC), Qat’muk Advisory Committee, Ktunaxa Holding Limited (KHL), KKCFS Alternate (LKB) and
Education and Employment Sector (EES). I would like to encourage those who are willing to start getting
involved knowing what sector is at the Nation as well as the community level. It is important to know
what is going on before you decide to run in the next election way when questions are being asked you
have knowledge on what is going on. If you are curious on what Land and Resources is I don’t mind if you
join me for a meeting. As my second term I know what my role is as for before it was like being thrown to
the wolves not knowing what my role is, why am I here, or if I am making the right decision.
Here is what I have been doing so far plus the meetings I have been attending up to date in point form:
October:
Oct 1/2015
KKCFS, Creston BC
Oct 5/2015
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
Oct 7-8/2015
Professional Development Session, Cranbrook BC
Oct 13/2015
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
Oct 15/2015
LRC & Shuswap, Cranbrook BC
Oct 19/2015
KHL Mtg., Cranbrook BC
Oct 23/2015
EES Signing Selkirk College, Castlegar BC
Oct 26/2015
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
Oct 29/2015
LRC, Cranbrook BC
Oct 30/2015
Education Summit, Cranbrook BC
November:
Nov 2/2015
Health Workshop, Creston BC
Nov 9/2015
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
Nov 12/2015
EES, Cranbrook BC
Nov 16/2015
KNC Strategy Session, Cranbrook BC
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Nov 18/2015
LRC, Cranbrook BC
Nov 19/2015
KNEC, Cranbrook BC
Nov 23/2015
IMBA, Cranbrook BC
Nov 27/2015
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
December:
Dec 2-3/2015
KKCFS, Cranbrook BC
Dec 14/2015
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
January:
Jan 7/2016
Qat’muk Advisory Committee, Cranbrook BC
Jan 11/2016
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
Jan 13/2016
LRC, Cranbrook BC
Jan 14/2016
EES, Cranbrook BC
Jan 21/2016
KNEC, Cranbrook BC
Jan 25/2016
Chief and Council Mtg., Creston BC
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February:
Feb 12/2016
Chief and Council Meeting, Creston BC
Feb 15-16/2016
Title & Rights Workshop, Cranbrook BC
Feb 17-18/2016
Professional Development Session, Cranbrook BC
Feb 25/2016
EES Strategy Session, Cranbrook BC
So if you have any questions, want a face to face conversation or me to do an in home visit please don’t
hesitate to contact me at Ph: (250)428-5503 after 6:00pm or Cell: (250)402-8241 (will accept text
messages). By Email: [email protected] or [email protected] .
Taxa
Sandra Luke
Lower Kootenay Band Councillor,
Land and Resource Portfolio
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Community Elder Anne Jimmie
March Newsletter
Ki’su’k Kyukyit! Spring is in the air! Over a week ago, there was a ƒukayit in my yard. For me, this was a sure
sign that warm weather is upon us and I’m okay with that! I have already started my spring clean-up. Going
through personal belongings, old furniture, and just plain “stuff” can sure bring back memories. Next month, it
will be 33 years since my family and I moved into the house on Centre Rd. There were tough times in keeping
up with mortgage payments (20 year mortgage), but at the end of the day, it was thumbs up and a big, “Yes, we
did it and we now own our home!”
It is Election time again! There are two Councillor Positions to be filled by the end of this year. I am
encouraging those who are planning to run, to spread your wings and start the process. Attend community
meetings, sit in on Council meetings, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. I remember the very first time I ran
for Council; I had the most votes which meant the Chief position. I was both excited and nervous. In the
meantime, there was an appeal and this meant going through the whole process again. This gave me an
opportunity to think about roles and responsibilities that I would have to adhere to. I was nominated again and
this time, I declined. I had realized that I was not ready for politics. The following election, I did run for
Council and overall, I had twelve years of what I refer to as learning experiences. For me, the first four years
were spent in familiarizing myself with procedures. There was no orientation back in the early years. Decision
making is the norm on a regular basis, be it at the community level or nation level. Of course, there is the
fiduciary duty, due diligence, transparency and the list goes on. Communication is key and this includes the
ability to communicate with all levels of government, stakeholders, and both nation and community members.
What I learned is the importance of being a team player and that teamwork is essential in planning for today and
tomorrow. Working in isolation breaks down communication and this often results in “no trust” amongst the
team. Whereas a team player would have the comfort of informing team mates that there is an issue that needs
to be addressed.
During the last four years of being on Council, I was involved with the training sessions for leadership. These
sessions increased skills in team building, communication, strategic planning, and my favourite, rules of
engagement; especially “challenge ideas, not people.” Without a doubt, these sessions have also helped me
tremendously on a personal level.
On another note, when I watched the nightly news recently, I was taken back when the discussion was seniors
living in poverty. It caught my attention in that I am a senior living on old age security. Today, many seniors
are returning to work due to their low income. This is because they have exhausted their CPP and retirement
savings. The cost of living has certainly increased. Not too long ago, I remember the government was worried
that when the “baby boomers” reach the age of retirement and apply for old age pension, this was going to be
the largest number of retirees. What are the outcomes? Will the government do away with the old age security?
What about social assistance? Could this also be eliminated? For myself, I am grateful that I started paying into
CPP in 1966. As for registered pension, I began to pay into this through my employment both at the nation and
band level. This was a reality check for me especially when a senior in his eighties told global news he had to
go back to work.
For those of you who are still employable, are getting close to pension age and those who are aging out, I
encourage you to think about today, tomorrow, and the future and especially what the government may have in
store for all citizens and what you can do to prepare yourself for when you become seniors. It was disheartening
to hear the senior talk about his dilemma, when he should be enjoying his retirement. As a senior, my closing
thoughts are: finish school; go into trades or post- secondary and find a job that will provide not only for your
family, but for your retirement years!
Anwunikit
Anne Jimmie
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Housing Coordinator – Debbie Edge-Partington
Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
The Social Housing Department has extra Kidde Alarms.
These Alarms are for all Band owned, CMHC and CP homes!
Please contact the Housing Coordinator if you would like one.
Fire Prevention
Tips for Residents
Follow these tips to help prevent fires in your home and minimize damage when a fire starts.
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Install smoke detectors and check them regularly to ensure they are working properly.
Keep a fire extinguisher in a convenient location. Make sure it is in working condition and you know
how to use it.
Plan an escape route in case of fire and rehearse your plan with family members.
Ensure you have an easily accessible alternative exit if the first exit is blocked by fire.
Never leave candles burning unattended and keep candles out of reach of children.
Make sure that cigarettes are fully extinguished when finished smoking.
Clean chimneys during heating season and have chimneys inspected annually.
Keep clothing and other flammable materials away from heating sources such as space and baseboard
heaters.
Store matches and lighters in a safe place away from children and sources of heat.
Store firewood at least 30 feet from the home. Do not store wood in basement.
Store flammable materials, liquids and solvents in metal containers, and keep them 30 feet away from
the home.
Keep brush surrounding your home to a minimum.
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Ki’suk Kyukyit
Lower Kootenay Band Members
Summer is closing in fast, if you have been doing some spring
cleaning and have material and items to dispose of give Public
Works Dept. a call to set a Date and Time for pick -up.
You can contact me Chris Luke Jr. at (250)428 -6245 (cell) to set
up a time. Or leave a message at administration building with
your contact information.
Chris Luke Jr.
Public Works Supervisor
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Social Development – March 2016
I would like to thank everyone that came out to the Creston Recreation Center for the Community
Family Fun Day. It was a really good turn out and I was glad to see all those big smiles and laughter
from everyone that had a good time out there on the ice and in the pool. The Pizza and Wings were a
big hit and thankfully I had ordered enough to go around! 
Just another reminder that if you are looking for information on training or job options we have Doreen
Cardwell from K.E.S. that comes to the Yellowhouse when requested.
Presently I am working on the annual review for all SA Clients and just a reminder for clients that I will
be requiring all of their information in to me by no later than the end of March.
With Spring right around the corner, next week we are going to start working on the garden boxes in
front of the Yellowhouse. If there are some volunteers that are wanting to put in some hours come and
see Sandy at the Yellowhouse and we will see what I can find for you to do, thank-you!
Sandy Wayling, BSDW
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Attention:
In February we had started to plan monthly “Community Pot Lucks”. The objective is to start to
reconnect as a community. If you are unable to bring a dish that is ok. The first one was a success with
some good food and great conversation. We will be incorporating “ice breakers” to help bring one
another closer. These pot lucks are held at the Round House. If you haven’t yet come to see this
beautiful building this is a good opportunity.
What: COMMUNITY POT LUCK
When: MARCH 30th, 2016 6:00pm
Where: Round House in LKB
Why: To help strengthen our bond as Ktunaxa People
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Lisa Three Feathers
Administrative Assistant
Lower Kootenay Band
(250)428-4428
[email protected]
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E VE R YO N E ’S I N VI T E D
I a m h a vin g a B B Q a t m y h ou se on Ap r il 1 st , 2 0 16
( wea t h er p en d in g)
W e a r e celeb r a t in g m y b ir t h d a y.
T h is yea r m y t h em e is “u n it y in t h e com m u n it y”.
L et ’s h a ve fu n a n d som e good ea t s.
F ood will b e s er ved a t 5 :3 0 p m .
C on t a ct m e for in for m a t ion a n d t o R S VP .
H op e t o h ea r fr om you a n d see you t h er e.
M u ch L ove,
L isa T h r ee F ea t h er s
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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 Bulletin
board. It is always updated. Copies
can be made at your request!
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BEAR HUGS
Ki’suk akunmaktitnis
Cecille Abraham
Josh Basil
Lloyd Basil
Maci Basil
Mary Basil
Natasha Basil
Nathaniel Dudgeon
Lexi Fullarton
Tianna George
Patrick Jacobs
Karen Louie
Misty Louie
Robert Louie Sr.
Rudy Luke
Sandra Luke
Elenore George
Allan White
Georgina White
Bear Hugs: to all the staff of Yellow House,
Administration, and Yaqan Nukiy School, for
your dedication, in the work you do.
Bear Hugs: To all parents, grandparents and
great grandparents, who spread their love to
their loved ones.
Bear Hugs: For all those who volunteer for the
community because they care.
Bear Hugs: To all our children, grandchildren,
and great grandchildren for being themselves.
Bear hugs: To George Luke for being a hard
worker, and always willing to work.
Sorry if anyone was missed
Bear Hugs: To Sandra Luke for the delicious
juice boxes for my boys, they liked them very
much.
Bear Hugs: To maintenance for the efficient
delivery of wood for my home.
Bear Hugs: To our new Director of Operations
Heather Suttie, Welcome to the team!!!!
Bear Hugs: To LKB for the tickets to the TCats
games during the regular season.
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.
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Bear Hugs: to all who were involved for the
Volleyball game against the Fire Dept. , can’t
wait for the next game.
Bear Hugs: to all who came out to the
Community pot Luck, it was fun!!!
Bear Hugs: to all who submit reports, upcoming
meetings, etc. to the monthly newsletter, all
the information is greatly appreciated.
Bear Hugs: Justus Cree for coming to teach
cultural activities with the Yaqan Nukiy kids, it
is nice to hear the drumming in the gym again.
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