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September 2013

Lower Kootenay Band Newsletter

“A stable, independent, self-governing authority providing principled leadership to a dynamic community of

caring, healthy citizens, from a secure resource base”

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

ku’–‰ma‡aku - September (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.

Make lunches/snacks the night before school. Older children can help or make their own. Food helps children focus

Leave plenty of extra time. Make sure your child has plenty of time to get up and go through their morning routines

After school. Review with your child what to do if he 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.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS* *Subject to change without notice

What: Mens Group When: September, 3

rd, 10

th, and 24

th 4-8pm

Where: LKB Gym What: Council Meeting When: September, 10

th and 24

th 9:00 am

Where: LKB Boardroom What: Community Meeting When: September, 24

th 5:00 pm

Where: LKB Complex What: Ktunaxa Language Class When: Mondays, 10am Sept. 9

th, 16

th, 23

rd, and 30

th

Where: Yellow House What: Lisa’s Foot Care Clinic When September, 12

th

Where: Yellow House

September 2013


Homemade Burger

Recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

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!

Ktunaxa Family

Male Female My mother ka ma 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 My older brother ka tat ka tat My younger brother ka ƒa ka ƒa My older sister ka ƒu ka ƒu

My younger sister ka nana ka nana

September 2013


September is Arthritis Awareness Month -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.

September 2013


September is Arthritis Awareness Month

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 www.arthritis.ca/BC Public Health Agency of Canada http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca

Balanced Meal

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.

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.

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:

Paving of Simon Road West;

Completion of the Water Treatment Building;

Grass Seeding all areas which have been disturbed during construction;

Hookups for water service from the old line to the new line;

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.

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 30th 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 18th & 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.

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 23rd.

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 6th.

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.

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

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

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

Dietitian

10 Men’s Group

4:00 – 8:00

11 10am-2:30pm

Cathy Nurse

Practitioner

12 9:30am-10am

@ Rec Centre for

day passes

Lisa Foot Care

Myanne

Immunizations

13 SA Form due

14

15 16 10am Ktunaxa

Language

17

18 10am-2:30pm

Cathy Nurse

Practitioner

19 9:30am-10am

@ Rec Centre

for day passes

20 21

22 23 10am Ktunaxa

Language

Dr. Grahn

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

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 ~

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.

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!!

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

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, 2

nd and 3

rd, 2013 at 6pm

Monthly living books and pseudo night opera begins again in September!

Items available for check out: Library Features: Books Magazines Free Wifi Public Computers

Audio Books DVD’s 3 iPads Children’s Area CD’s Projector Audio Room Teen Room

Craft Bags Kid’s Book Bins Reading Garden Meeting Room Video Camera’s E-Reader’s Art Display 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

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.

mailto:[email protected]

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.

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

“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

“Dreams don’t work unless you do.”

-John C. Maxwell

“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

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/b/bruce_lee.html

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.

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.

http://www.rodale.com/bpa-and-heart-attacks

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?

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 1-

7.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

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

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.

September 2013


Housing Tips and Information

When Do I have to Pay 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. 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.

How Can I Pay My Rent? You pay your rent in the following ways:

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:

Pay Rent the first week of the current month

Mark the day to pay rent on your calendar

Arrange pay check deductions

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

September 2013


Lower Kootenay Band Administrative Staff:

Chief Operating Officer - Linda Berg (250)428-4428 Ext. 224

Director of Finance - Richard McLeod (250)428-4428 Ext. 233

Accounting & Membership Clerk - Trina Luke (250)428-4428Ext. 231

Housing Coordinator - Marty Sonntag (250)428-4428Ext. 229

Administrative Assistant - Lisa Three Feathers (250)428-4428Ext. 221

Education Coordinator - Denice Louie 250)428-4428 Ext.236

Post Secondary Coordinator - Carol Louie (250)428-4428Ext. 241

Culture & Language Teacher - Jason Louie (250)428-4428Ext. 235

Director of Development Services - Curtis Wullum (250)428-6394 (c)

Public Works Supervisor - Chris Luke Jr. (250)428-6245 (c)

Home and Community Care - Donna Whitesel (250)428-4408

Social Development Worker - Shari Leyte (250)428-4406

Alcohol & Drug Worker - Barbara Basil (250)428-4405

Maintenance - Jim Mercil (250)428-4428

Janitor - Aileen Evans (250)428-4428

Lower Kootenay Band Chief & Council: Chief (Executive) Jason Louie (250)428-4428Ext. 235

Councilor (Lands & Resources) Anne Jimmie (250)428-4428Ext. 241

Councilor (Social Services) Mary Basil (250)428-4428

Councilor (Economic Sector) Robin Louie (250)428-4428

Councilor (TKL Sector) Arlene Basil (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.

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

September 2013


F O R Y O U R I N F O R M A T I O N ~ L K B A d m i n i s t r a t i o n

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.

Please obey all posted

speed limits for the

safety of all community

members!!

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!



http://www.lowerkootenay.com/

September 2013


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]

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

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!

BEAR HUGS

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