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akis nuk First Nation Community News Page 1 Kuku S umu June 13 to July 1, 2011 Youth Group Bottle Drive: Led by Angelle Colli and with help from Pete Sanchez, the Akisqnuk youth group went on a

1 akis nuk First Nation Community News Page 1 Kuku S umu June 13 to July 1, 2011 Youth Group Bottle Drive: Led by Angelle Colli and with help from Pete Sanchez, the Akisqnuk youth group went on a bottle drive to raise funds for a year end trip to Revelstoke and Golden. akis nuk First Nation events of interest Monday, June 13: A.M. Foot Clinic at the Health Centre Wednesday, June 15: P.M. Foot Clinic at the Health Centre Thursday, June 16: Dr. Page at the Health Centre, 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June 18: National Aboriginal Day Festival at the Lakeshore Resort Campground Sunday, June 19: Fathers Day Celebration, 3 p.m. at the Band yards. Please sign up for a game of baseball The Ktunaxa Nation AGA will be held July 12 to 14 at the Cranbrook Curling club. This year s hosts are the Urban Ktunaxa. Ktunaxa Kinbasket or horseshoes. Door prizes and BBQ. If you can help with anything please call the office and talk to Dolores, Tuesday, June 21: Land Designation referendum community info session, 6 to 7 p.m. at the Band Hall with the Band s lawyer and a representative from Indian Affairs Tuesday, June 21: Ktunaxa Nation Charity Golf Tournament, at St. Eugene Mission Tuesday, June 21: Flag raising, 11 a.m. at the Ktunaxa Nation AGA July Child and Family AGA will begin July 12 and the Ktunaxa Nation s AGA will follow on July 13 and 14. Registration forms will be available at soon. Tobacco Plains Duty Free shop. Tobacco Plains Powwow begins at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 25: Naked Sands beach cleanup, 10 a.m. Lunch will be provided to all those that come out and help. Please come and help keep the beach safe for kids and families. For more info or suggestions contact Dolores, Wednesday, June 29: Land Designation and Indian Beach Estates referendum day at Akisqnuk. Thursday, June 30: Dr. Page at the Health Cen- tre, 2-4 p.m. Kootenai Culture and Ancestral Skills Camp: June 13 to 16 at Elmo, MT. The four day camp includes Kootenai culture, language, and crafts. See back of newsletter for a registration form. B.C. Elders Gathering: July 12, 13, and 14 in Abbotsford Rest in peace: Malcolm McLeod, 1933 to 2011 Next Healthy Community Team Meeting: September 7, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at the Health Centre Kids summer camp This summer the will not run a kids summer camp. Instead the Band will offer Akisqnuknik children the opportunity to go to a youth camp of their choice for one week. For more information, contact Social Development Officer Dolores Varga,

Page 2 akis nuk First Nation Community News Indian Beach and land designation vote set for Wed.

The Referendum VOTE is set for Wednesday June 29, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Band Office. Voting may be done in person in advance by mail-in ballot.

74 acres between the Band office and the corner of Highway 93 and Kootenay #3 Road; - The extension of the Indian Beach Estates Development lease term to the year 2058.

Lot 37-4 Commercial Lease Designation: If approved, Lot 37-4 be will be designated for commercial leasing purposes for a term of 99 years.

To manage the designation in the event the referendum is successful, Akisqnuk Council has incorporated a numbered company (0910003 B.C. LTD), which may enter into subleases with tenants at fair market rent.

Indian Beach Estate Designation (Lots 2 and 45): The purpose of this referendum question is to extend the IBE lease term to the year 2058. The existing lease with K & H Holdings Ltd.

2 Page 2 akis nuk First Nation Community News Indian Beach and land designation vote set for Wed., June 29 Akisqnuk Chief and Council have asked the Department of Indian Affairs to proceed with a referendum vote under the Indian Act for the leasing of reserve lands. The Referendum VOTE is set for Wednesday June 29, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Band Office. Voting may be done in person in advance by mail-in ballot. The following two items will be on the ballot: - The designation of Lot 37-4 for commercial leasing purposes acres between the Band office and the corner of Highway 93 and Kootenay #3 Road; - The extension of the Indian Beach Estates Development lease term to the year Currently and without an extension the lease at IBE will expire in A successful extension will apply to both Lot 2 (50.1 acres) and Lot 45 (42.8 acres) at Indian Beach Estates. Lot 37-4 Commercial Lease Designation: If approved, Lot 37-4 be will be designated for commercial leasing purposes for a term of 99 years. Potential development on the lot may include: gas station, retail stores, offices and restaurant, or other businesses. To manage the designation in the event the referendum is successful, Akisqnuk Council has incorporated a numbered company ( B.C. LTD), which may enter into subleases with tenants at fair market rent. Benefits of designation to the Band include: rental income from subleases; development of businesses; property tax income; and rental income all of which can used for community development. Indian Beach Estate Designation (Lots 2 and 45): The purpose of this referendum question is to extend the IBE lease term to the year The existing lease with K & H Holdings Ltd. (Fred Becker) will remain in place until Dec. 31, Upon passage of a successful referendum, a new lease will commence in the year The has entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (2007) with the Indian Beach Estates Management Corporation which includes an annual rent formula and 2.5% transfer fee for each lease transfer to the band on any properties sold at IBE. Revenue from rental income will continue to year Extension of the lease at IBE will fix a problem caused by different termination dates. The current lease at Lot 2 will end in 2048, while the lease at Lot 45 ends in For more information on the referendum, or to arrange a home visit to discuss the matter, call Lands Manager Terry Nicholas, $100,000 Indian Beach signing bonus to be split equally At their May 24 meeting, the Council of the voted to divide a $100,000 signing bonus that will be provided to the Band upon the successful passage of a referendum at Indian Beach Estates equally among all registered Akisqnuk Band Members. If the referendum passes the money belonging to members under 18 years will be held in trust until those youth turn 18.

3 June 5 to 11 is Environment Week in Canada. Celebrate Environment Canada s and Canadian Environment Week s 40th anniversary by helping to sustain it. Here are ideas and activities that you can do that will make a difference. At home: - Save on air conditioning costs in the summer by opening your windows at night, and then keeping them closed during the day with the curtains drawn. - Have a trash-free barbecue and invite guests to bring dinnerware (utensils) or use a Frisbee as a plate. It's good for the environment and good for your health (running after it) afterwards. - While it is tempting, try not to open the door of your oven when using it. Kuku S umu The second annual National Aboriginal Day Festival will be held on Saturday, June 18th, 2011 at Lakeshore Resort Campground on the Akisqnuk First Nation. Everyone is welcome at the festival will begin at 10 a.m. with the Grand Entry and run until 7 p.m. Entry is free and breakfast will be available from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The festival is presented by the Akisqnuknik Development Corporation. The theme of the festival is Building Partnerships, Building Futures. The event will feature several speakers including Strater Crowfoot, CEO and Executive Director of Indian Oil and Gas Canada, Staff Sergeant Marko Shehovac, Nic Milligan, and Doug Take part in Canadian Environment Week It reduces the oven temperature, therefore wasting precious energy. - Instead of washing your car yourself, take it to a car wash. This saves more water than you think. - Turn your yard into a sanctuary for local wildlife by planting wild flowers, supplying water and setting up a bird feeder. - Use cedar chips instead of mothballs. Not only do they smell better, but they are better for the environment too. There are chemicals in mothballs that can harm animals, our environment and us if used incorrectly. - Turn your thermostat down by a couple of degrees. You may find that you do not even notice the difference. - Plant trees to shade your house. This will minimize your air conditioning costs in the summer. - Install ENERGY STAR Qualified Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) wherever possible, for maximum energy and money savings. - Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. This will help save hundreds of litres of water annually. - Organize a clothing swap. Clear out unwanted clothing items from your closet and exchange them with friends and family in a special event or just for fun. This is a great way to renew your wardrobe, while at the same time saving money. Remember, one person s trash is another person s treasure. - Wash your clothes using cold water. Many detergents clean just as Page 3 National Aboriginal Day Festival June 18 at Lakeshore Campground Clovechok. The festival will showcase two talented native groups: the Sookenai Singers from Cranbrook and the Yaqan nu kiy Drum Group from Creston. Traditional dancer Leon Cranebear will return this year to perform. Throughout the day there will be musical acts including the Halfsacks, Jade Bowen, Combo Akimbo, Charles Desvents, Ken Trusler, Pete Penkala, and Rachel Mari Kimber. The event promises to be fun for the entire family so be sure to join us in celebrating National Aboriginal Day. - Akisqnuknik Development Corporation well in cold water. - Feed the land and not the landfill. Collect organic waste for composting. By composting kitchen scraps and yard waste, you can cut your garbage by one third. If your municipality does not have a composting bin program, you can build or purchase your own backyard composter. For more information, visit the Composting Council of Canada s website at - Dispose of your household chemicals safely. If not disposed of properly, household hazardous waste such as paint, solvents, cleaning products, motor oil, automotive batteries, fuel and fluorescent light bulbs can cause harm to human health and the environment. - Continued next page

4 Page 4 akis nuk First Nation 3050 Highway 93/95, Windermere, B.C. V0B 2L2 (250) This newsletter is published by Adrian Bergles, Communications Coordinator, akis nuk First Nation Your thoughts are welcome. If you have a story you d like to put in the newsletter or anything for Adrian to add, abergles@akisqnuk.org Get your newsletter online at: Support the Ktunaxa Economy! Most Ktunaxa citizens make all their purchases outside their own communities because there aren t Ktunaxa-owned businesses on their reserve. Money spent outside Ktunaxa communities contributes to the wellbeing of others and not to the Ktunaxa. This feeds the cycle of dependency on other communities and other levels of government. In order to build a Ktunaxa economy it is vital to support communitybased entrepreneurs and businesses. To keep money in the community use Ktunaxa goods and services whenever you can! Lost: If anyone has seen a bag with the Secwepemc Child and Family logo on it please contact Angelle at the Akisqnuk Health Centre, The bag contained a Secwepemc blanket, pen, and travel mug. akis nuk First Nation Community News Environment continued from page three Consult your municipal government s website to learn how. - Hold a garage sale to reuse your unwanted items instead of tossing them. Not only will you help the environment, but you will earn a few dollars doing it. At work: - Instead of wrapping your lunch in aluminum foil or saran wrap, use reusable containers. - Instead of throwing Ktunaxa Language social media site Band member Christopher Horsethief has developed a Ktunaxa Language social media website called wupni natanik. Go to to set up a profile. Use the access code KtunaxaKsanka and get instant access. According to Christopher: wupnik' natanik is a social networking out your old computers, TVs, VCRs, stereos and fax machines, reuse, refurbish or recycle them. Ask retailers if they have take-back programs for used electronics or contact your municipality for drop-off locations. For cellular devices, please visit the website to find out where you can drop them off. - Take public transit or Odds n ends Youth group: site dedicated to connecting Ktunaxa language speakers to other speakers, online cultural resources, and cutting edge curriculum. The site is open to any person dedicated to breathing life back into our words, songs, and practices. All it takes is a connection to the internet, a dedication to the Ktunaxa and Ksanka people, and an online profile. carpool. Not only will you help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it will save you money on fuel. - Reduce the amount of bottled water you drink. Bring your own mug for coffee or tea. Every time you use a reusable mug, you are saving one disposable cup. - Information courtesy Environment Canada Members of the Akisqnuk Youth Group will go on a year-end trip June 10 to 12. The youth will head to Sky Track Park near Revelstoke and visit the grizzly bears in Golden. A big thanks to everyone who helped out from Angelle. Journaling: Leona Daniels has a business which offers journaling as healing tool. The business does workshops for small groups. The website is: Profiles are free and open to the public. Once you have a profile you can edit your details, add photos, send messages to other Ktunaxa speakers, and join group discussions. You can also view Flash language lessons and watch videos of grammar rules, listen to fairy tales, and traditional songs.

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akis nuk First Nation Community News Page 1 u umi April 26 to May 6, 2011 Birthday boy: Lance Nicholas blows out candles at a celebration for everyone with birthdays in April held April 20 at the Band