Dear Community Members:

The Health Department is having a one-day Moderna Covid-19 booster clinic for ages 18+ on Tuesday, Dec 14^th,2021 at the Health Building.

This is for all USIB Community Members on Reserve, who received their second dose prior to June 14^th/21.

Please call Lesli ( 250-870-2177 ) and or Lindsay ( 250-273-0460 ) to book your appointment which will be scheduled between 10:00 am and 6:45 pm on Thursday, Dec 14^th/21

**You need to book an appointment time as we are not able to allow walk-ins. **

If you are not able to attend on this day, please note ** anyone who wants a booster dose, and it has been at least 6 months from your second dose you can book your appointment at one of these Clinics listed below.**

Lim’limpt|Thank You

Best Wishes for Health & Wellness this Season

We will be having Tsubo Shiatsu sessions on Monday, December 6^th, 2021, there are only 5 spaces available. Community members need to register. Please call Patricia at the Band office 250-292-8733 or Lesli at (250) 870-2177 to register.

COVID-19 vaccine is now available to children aged 5-11 in our community. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is a very safe and effective way to protect your child from getting the disease. The benefits outweigh the risks because your child will be protected from serious illness & hospitalization as well as the long-term detrimental effects of COVID-19 illness. See the poster on 6 Great Reasons to Vaccinate 😊

Please call Lesli at (250) 870-2177 or email so that the correct number of doses can be ordered. The clinic date is planned for Thursday, December 9, 2021. There will be a sign-up sheet at the family centre for parents/caregivers.

USIB administration needs you to contact the Band office ASAP to update your contact information for distribution.

Please call Patricia at 1-250-292-8733 or email at

Kaleidoscope is a Virtual Grief Conference for families and professionals happening November 19-21. Everyone is welcome to attend one or as many sessions as they like. Lumara will be offering an Indigenous Wellness Stream of presenters throughout the conference.

If finances are a barrier to access people can use the discount code – wellness – during the registration process to receive 100% off the ticket price. Children/Youth are always free.

Registration and information on our website: https://lumarasociety.org/kaleidoscope2021/

Hope to see you there!

Dear Community members on Reserve,

USIB expects to receive the Booster dose vaccine sometime within the next 6 weeks, but we do not have the date yet. As soon as it arrives, we will inform the community and post for members to call the Health Centre and make an appt. to have their Booster done.

For anyone who wants to have their Booster (3^rd dose) done sooner, call 1 (833) 838-2323 to arrange to get vaccinated at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre.

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content?id=3206216CE0614443BE2F7FDF319D6EE3

The Health Team

Kamloops
November 02, 2021
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Risk: the opposite effect of expected- awake and unable to sleep for a long period of time
In effect until November 09, 2021

No matter what or how you use (smoking, snorting, injecting) take steps to prevent an overdose:

 Get your drugs checked – find locations at drugchecking.ca
 Avoid mixing.
 Use with others around or at an Overdose Prevention Site (OPS).
 Start with a small amount.
 Carry naloxone and know-how use it.

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Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week – November 1-7, 2021

The effects of carbon monoxide poisoning can be devastating. According to the BC Coroners Service, there were 151 carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning deaths in the province between 2008 and 2020, some of which were preventable. By properly maintaining all fuel-burning appliances in a home, and installing a carbon monoxide alarm that alerts when the gas is present, we can all stay safe.

To raise awareness about the seriousness of carbon monoxide poisoning and how to prevent it, the Office of the Fire Commissioner is once again partnering with Technical Safety BC and FortisBC to host the third annual Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week from November 1 to 7.

What is carbon monoxide and why is it dangerous?

Carbon monoxide is an odourless, tasteless, invisible gas that is produced by burning fuels such as: propane, natural gas, oil, wood, charcoal, alcohol, kerosene, or gasoline — all of which are commonly used in your home, RV, boat, or business.

Exposure to carbon monoxide can be deadly. Carbon monoxide interferes with the body’s ability to absorb oxygen, which can lead to serious illness, severe side effects, or death.

What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

• Headaches
• Confusion
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Chest pains

As carbon monoxide builds up in the bloodstream, symptoms change and will magnify. Look out for:

• Increased confusion and drowsiness
• Fast breathing, fast heartbeat, or increased chest pain
• Vision problems
• Seizures

What to do if you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning?

If you believe you’re being poisoned by CO, or if your CO alarm goes off, take these steps immediately:

1. Turn off your appliances
2. Get everyone out of the building, including pets
3. Call 911 or your local emergency number
4. Seek medical attention.

If you are unable to leave your home, move next to an open window or an open door. Don’t return to the area until you’re sure it’s safe—if you’re not sure, wait for the fire department or Fortis BC to tell you everything is OK.

For more information:

Technical Safety BC website

Propane Safety Brochure

Natural Gas Safety Brochure

Carbon Monoxide Safety Brochure

Kukwstsétsemc,

Supporting BC First Nation Communities Since 1986			Jo-Anne Hales, MSc, PAg
			Communications Officer
			Cell: 250.462.1752
			Kamloops Office Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Traditional Territory
			BC Toll Free: 1.888.388.4431  Fax: 250.377.7610
			Vancouver Office Squamish Nation Traditional Territory
			BC Toll Free: 1.888.822.3388  Fax: 604.669.9832
			https://www.fness.bc.ca
Membership Makes a Difference!			FNESS Emergency Contacts
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have temporarily closed our offices. FNESS employees are working from home and continue to deliver the highest level of service to all First Nation Communities.

The effects of carbon monoxide poisoning can be devastating. According to the BC Coroners Service, there were 151 carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning deaths in the province between 2008 and 2020, some of which were preventable. By properly maintaining all fuel-burning appliances in a home, and installing a carbon monoxide alarm that alerts when the gas is present, we can all stay safe.

To raise awareness about the seriousness of carbon monoxide poisoning and how to prevent it, the Office of the Fire Commissioner is once again partnering with Technical Safety BC and FortisBC to host the third annual Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week from November 1 to 7.

What is carbon monoxide and why is it dangerous?

Carbon monoxide is an odourless, tasteless, invisible gas that is produced by burning fuels such as: propane, natural gas, oil, wood, charcoal, alcohol, kerosene, or gasoline — all of which are commonly used in your home, RV, boat, or business.

Exposure to carbon monoxide can be deadly. Carbon monoxide interferes with the body’s ability to absorb oxygen, which can lead to serious illness, severe side effects, or death.

What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

• Headaches
• Confusion
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Chest pains

As carbon monoxide builds up in the bloodstream, symptoms change and will magnify. Look out for:

• Increased confusion and drowsiness
• Fast breathing, fast heartbeat, or increased chest pain
• Vision problems
• Seizures

What to do if you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning?

If you believe you’re being poisoned by CO, or if your CO alarm goes off, take these steps immediately:

1. Turn off your appliances
2. Get everyone out of the building, including pets
3. Call 911 or your local emergency number
4. Seek medical attention.

If you are unable to leave your home, move next to an open window or an open door. Don’t return to the area until you’re sure it’s safe—if you’re not sure, wait for the fire department or Fortis BC to tell you everything is OK.

For more information:

Technical Safety BC website

Propane Safety Brochure

Natural Gas Safety Brochure

Carbon Monoxide Safety Brochure

Kukwstsétsemc,

Supporting BC First Nation Communities Since 1986			Jo-Anne Hales, MSc, PAg
			Communications Officer
			Cell: 250.462.1752
			Kamloops Office Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Traditional Territory
			BC Toll Free: 1.888.388.4431  Fax: 250.377.7610
			Vancouver Office Squamish Nation Traditional Territory
			BC Toll Free: 1.888.822.3388  Fax: 604.669.9832
			https://www.fness.bc.ca
Membership Makes a Difference!			FNESS Emergency Contacts
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have temporarily closed our offices. FNESS employees are working from home and continue to deliver the highest level of service to all First Nation Communities.

We are having a USIB website Scavenger Hunt!!

This is a fun and engaging way to familiarize yourself with the new Website and also get your feedback.

Click the link below to get your form.

SCAVENGER HUNT CONTEST FORM

1. Register for the Membership Login portal (already a member, GREAT! What email did you register with?) __________________________________________________________________________
2. Where can you find the information on Our Culture on the website? ______________________________________________________________________________________________
3. What would YOU add to the website page? Submit short paragraph or story. All suggestions excepted. ______________________________________________________________________
4. Do you have a photo or Art submission for the website? __________________________________
5. What 2 pages can you find information about our Language? ______________________________________________________________________________________________
6. Do you have a Submission of our Language or Video (words, video, art)? ______________________________________________________________________________________________
7. Where can you find any information on Our Lands on the website? _______________________
8. Do you have any photos of Our Lands? Medicines, etc ____________________________________
9. Photo of High Quality for each or one of the Department Header pages. _________________
10. What else would you like to see on the website page?? List 3 or more suggestions. ______________________________________________________________________________________________
11. Tell us 3 things you have learned about USIB admin staff? _________________________________
12. Where you would find a service request form and what is on it? ___________________________
13. Where can you find the School Supply list? What information you need? _________________
14. For Each Category you submit to you will be entered in for a 1 x $500 Cash prize. (Community, Culture, Language, Land) _____________________________________________________
15. What does IRA stand for? What are the Downloadable Forms? ____________________________
16. What are the 6 tabs at the top of the page? ________________________________________________
17. What would you like to add to the membership portal?? ______________________________________________________________________________________________
18. Introduction to the community, provide a brief family history summary. ______________________________________________________________________________________________
19. Complete all steps thru 1-18 to be entered into the final draw for $1000 cash prize

The Interior Region FNHA is happy to announce that we are now able to provide our Nations, communities and members with a direct phone number and email address to access resources specifically related to; Mental Health  Cultural Supports Crisis Support.

We hope that this new pathway will be better able to provide you with simple, accurate and timely access to programs and services
Our goal is to connect members, staff and partners with the right people the first time!
Below are the *NEW* Mental Wellness contact details:

General Inquiries Toll-Free Phone Number:
1-833-751-2525
E-mail Inquiries: