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CANADA VOTES The Peachland View asked the three candidates running for the Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola riding in the federal election the following question: “If your party were to win the federal election, what do you think should be the first step that the party takes towards battling climate change, and why?” Below are their responses.

Dan Albas, Conservative Party

Sarah Eves, Liberal Party

Joan Phillip, New Democratic Party

Climate change requires an ‘all hands-on deck’ approach where all levels of government work together. The provincial government has many important areas under its jurisdiction, including energy, housing, transportation, forestry management and agriculture.

But some things can’t wait.

We must take steps together to immediately address critical issues - one example being wildfires. Transport Canada has approved new night vision goggle technology to fight structure fires via helicopter and an elected Conservative government will go further by investing in additional technology that can improve the early detection of wildfires.

We must heed the calls of local mayors and MLAs that have said more resources must be put in place when British Columbia needs them. We must discuss more rapid deployment of Canadian Armed Forces for additional capacity as well as address wildfire and drought exposure in collaboration with farmers, ranchers and foresters.

We will put in place infrastructure funds that can be accessed by rural communities to help build important water infrastructure like reservoirs as well as make smart investments in critical habitat that enhance watershed protection to better secure municipal and First Nation communities at risk.

Furthermore, our ‘Secure the Environment’ Plan, independently verified by Navius Research, will achieve our Paris targets.

Our plan builds on what B.C. already does well: taking the provincial electric vehicle mandate and low carbon fuel standard nationwide to reduce transportation emissions, implement a new national renewable natural gas mandate to lower domestic emissions and a Liquified Natural Gas export strategy to displace coal power generated electricity in developing countries. This helps keep British Columbians working while reducing emissions at home and abroad.

A Conservative government would work in collaboration with all provinces to better prepare and fight wildfires, reduce emissions and help workers put food on the table. We will meet our commitments with a ‘Made in Canada’ plan — one that matches our moral commitment to a better environment for our children and grandchildren while building them a prosperous future.

Like many of you, I have an evacuation grab bag at the door. Throughout much of August, I kept wondering if the Order would be given to leave my home.

The heat, drought, smoke and fires all around us are a direct result of man-made climate change and are very real to me.

Liberals have set ambitious goals to reach net zero emissions by 2050. We all know though, that talk is cheap. The time for action is now. So on June 30, 2021, the Liberal government passed the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act. This Act commits the government to set legally binding targets for carbon reduction which must be met. The Act establishes an advisory body to provide independent advice on the best path to net-zero. It requires that at least every five years we examine and report on the implementation of the measures to mitigate climate change.

I think the first step a newly elected Liberal government should do is appoint and support the group of scientists, economists and experts on the advisory body and ensure that the carbon reduction measures are implemented.

We can change talk into reality. I am not the only one who believes our plan will work. Andrew Weaver, former leader of the BC Green party said that the Liberal’s climate plan is “bold and thoughtful. It is the only credible plan put forward by any party at the federal level.”

As I have travelled the riding I have heard from every community that addressing climate change is a top priority. People living in the more rural parts of our riding are looking for ways to support the transition to a green future. When elected, I will work with all levels of government to ensure green infrastructure can be supported and implemented throughout the riding, including EV charging stations and community to community buses.

Now more than ever the need for climate action is critical. So far we have not seen any substantial action from Trudeau’s Liberals or previous Liberal or Conservative governments.

The NDP has a climate action plan that is bold and progressive.

Our climate action plan will not only reduce emissions but will additionally provide good, long-term, green jobs.

For too long big oil has gotten a free ride with $18 million in subsidies per year.

Do you know how much green energy that would provide, not to mention fire fighting equipment?

There is not simply a need for change; we are currently deep in the middle of a climate crisis.

We need bold and immediate action not pipelines and broken promises.

Our children and grandchildren deserve trees not a pile of ashes.

Our homes are burning and the Liberals call an election.

Shame.

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Crews making good progress on the Mount Law wildfire JOANNE LAYH Mild weather conditions have eased the threat through much of the Mt Law wildfire, though it continued to remain uncontained in areas as of press time on Wednesday.

On Tuesday 1-2mm of rain fell on the Mt Law fire and with conditions expected to remain cool, good progress continues to be made, according to BC Wildfire.

An area restriction remains in effect for the fire and earlier this week BC Wildfire issued a reminder to hunters that no hunting is permitted within the area for the safety and security of wildland firefighters.

This week BC Wildfire estimated the size of the fire at 930 hectares, though the growth was due to more accurate mapping and not increased fire activity.

While fire activity has decreased, some abandoned outbuildings and fencing on properties outside the fire protection area were found to have sustained damage.

Last Thursday a spot fire developed south of the Connector after some unexpected funnelling of wind through the Drought Creek gully created an anomaly where the winds pushed across the road, according to BC Wildfire fire information office Luke Robinson.

Peachland Fire and Rescue had a crew working on the fire that evening and were able to respond quickly.

“Shortly after 4 a.m. there was a very brief wind event that did pick up some embers and transferred them across the highway towards

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View of the Mt Law Wildfire and the Hwy 97C interchange on Aug. 26.

the New Monaco property along Hwy 97,” Peachland fire chief Dennis Craig told the View. “We were able to contain it there and stop it.”

Highway 97C was reduced to a single lane traffic flow in each direction for the safety of emergency crews and motorists and was later reduced to one westbound lane closure.

Last Friday additional crews from Mexico arrived to join the suppression ef-

forts.

Skimmer aircrafts conducted a practice water drop on the wildfire early Saturday afternoon, and while the work was a planned operation for training purposes, it also helped in suppression efforts.

On the same day an evacuation order for the property at 4713 MacKinnon Rd was rescinded and downgraded to an alert, though it wouldn’t be until Monday

that 3250 Highway 97 was also downgraded to an alert.

On Sunday afternoon some small smoke plumes greatly increased in size, concerning residents of Peachland and West Kelowna.

“Visible smoke plumes continue in the area and while we know seeing smoke of any kind can be quite concerning for residents, these plumes are coming from within the perimeter of the

fire,” said West Kelowna fire chief Jason Brolund. “While there are some active areas in this fire, BC Wildfire assures us there is an established fire guard around the perimeter and those lines are not currently being challenged.”

Mop up continued inwards from the fire perimeter on the north and west side of the fire and on the east side of the fire crews continued to work directly on the fires edge with suppression

activities. A small planned ignition that was conducted near Drought Creek on the east side of the fire on Aug. 29 helped reinforce the guard on the east side of the fire, according to Central Okanagan Emergency Operations.

The fire was discovered on Aug. 15 and is still considered out of control. The cause of the fire is suspected to be human-caused and will be under investigation.

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Peachland Chamber surveys members on proof of vaccination PEACHLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE A Peachland Chamber of Commerce survey reveals diverse opinions on vaccination passports for specific businesses and events in B.C. On Aug. 23, the provincial government announced plans to require individuals to prove vaccination to access a range of businesses and social and recreational events.

As a member-based organization, we must hear directly from our members so we have a sense of how government policies may impact their ability to operate.

We thank the members who completed the survey.

Of those 52 members who responded, they included those in sectors mandated to confirm vaccine passports and those not included in the public health order.

• Our first question was, do you support proof of vaccination? Sixty per cent of the respondents said yes, 40 per cent said no.

• The second question was, Are you considering any plans to restrict access to your business? Ten per cent said yes, 77 per cent said no, and 13 per cent were unsure.

• Our final question was, are you in favour of using a low-to-no-cost rapid test kit if it were available? 51 per cent said yes, 33 per cent said no, and 14 per cent were unsure.

Some believe this measure will help increase vaccination rates and reduce COVID cases, while others are concerned that reviewing vaccine passports will increase workload and potentially create conflict with customers.

There was also a third group that supports proof of vaccination but expects that there will be a negative impact on their ability to operate as a business.

As of Sept. 13, people will be required by the B.C. Government to be partially vaccinated with at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to access certain businesses and events, and as of Oct. 24, people will be required to be fully immunized, at least seven days after receiving two vaccine doses, to access the same list of businesses and events.

The settings where proof of vaccine will be required include: • Indoor and patio dining; • Night clubs and casinos; • Movie theatres; • Indoor ticketed sporting events; • Indoor concerts; • Indoor theatre/dance/symphony events; • Fitness centres/gyms; • Indoor high-intensity group exercise; • Organized indoor events (weddings, conferences, workshops, and others); and

• Discretionary organized indoor group recreational classes and activities.

We will share our survey results with Peachland MLA Dan Ashton.

The common ground seems to be a desire to return to normal, but there are fundamental differences over whether requiring some private businesses to refuse service to unvaccinated customers is consistent with that goal.

The Chamber also has some concerns about the government preparing and supporting those businesses required to implement vaccine verification.

Businesses that this decision will impact want to know how it will be enforced and what support government will provide. It needs to be clear so that employees are not unfairly put in conflict with customers. We would encourage the government to re-examine the timeline for implementation so businesses can fully understand and plan for what it appears the government is going to ask them to do.

The Peachland Chamber will also clarify that when this system is implemented, the government will lift the current restrictions in our health region for those businesses where the vaccine card is required.

One aspect of this decision is that it would prevent those not vaccinated from din-ing in at a restaurant, so we believe the early cut-off of liquor sales in our region will no longer be necessary.

The Chamber would also like to see capacity limits increased where vaccine cards are required to help many struggling businesses earn the revenue they need to pull through, particularly in the hard-hit hospitality sector.

We can appreciate that increased vaccinations will help us get back to normal, but we continue to call on the government to lay out a long-term plan for what the regulations will be when vaccinations reach their limit in B.C.—whatever that limit turns out to be.

Of course, not everyone will get vaccinated, nor should the government force them to, so how do the economy and businesses function in that environment in the long term? In that discussion, the government needs to engage businesses across the province to know what 2022 looks like.

The Chamber acknowledges that the government has stated this is a short-term measure only, and it will be removed once vaccination levels increase and case levels decrease. However, the Peachland Chamber would like to see an end date entrenched in the order with a requirement that it would need the consent of the entire legislature to keep it in place any longer than that fixed end date.

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LOCAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES A FAMILY FUN EVENT will take place Saturday, Sept. 4 from 2 pm – 4 pm at the Gazebo in Heritage Park. Create a canvas celebrating your family. All are welcome. Free, but pre-registration is required - call 250 767 2133 to register.

SEPTEMBER PANCAKE BREAKFAST is happening on Sunday, Sept. 5 from 8 am - 11 am at the Fifty Plus Activity Centre. There will be live entertainment by local musician Harold Sher. Everyone is welcome: adults $6, kids $4. COVID restrictions will be in place, including masks and social distancing.

DALE BASNETT ELECTRICKS will bring Canadian classic rock to the Legion Sunday, Sept. 12 from 2 pm - 4pm GUARDIANS OF ETERNITY opens Sept. 4 and runs until Oct. 3 at the Peachland Art Gallery. The exhibition features a collection of oils focusing on forests and their importance to people. This exhibition of paintings will pay tribute to these magnificent icons of our past and the impact they have on our lives, presented by Ann Willsie, AFCA. BATS OUT OF THE DARKNESS display moves to the Peachland Little Schoolhouse on Sept. 3. New hours will be Tuesday - Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm. Many of us are in the dark about bats and their survival depends on our enlightment.

This four-wall exhibition including videos, specimens and scientific equipment used to find and study bats, brings the bats of British Columbia ‘out of the darkness and into our consciousness’. The exhibition will serve as a reminder of how essential bats are to the environment and provide a chance to celebrate these amazing creatures.

FALL HISTORIC WALKING TOURS take place from 10 am - 1 pm on Sundays. There are two tours available: the North Peachland tour takes about 30 minutes while the South Peachland tour is about 1 hour in length. To register Peachland Visitor Centre250 767 2455 or email info@visitpeachland.com. No charge; donations welcome.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES THE PEACHLAND VISITOR CENTRE is currently seeking volunteers to join their team. They plan to have safe COVID-19 outdoor volunteer led Peachland walking tours plus a Visitor Information kiosk at the Sunday market. Volunteers are required in the centre as well, especially over the weekends. They ask for a minimum of four hours per week. Hours are 10 am – 4 pm, Tuesday - Sunday, May - June, then in July - August, 9 am – 5 pm daily. For more information contact vcmanager@visitpeachland.com or call 250 767 2455.

THE BARGAIN BIN is looking for women and men to volunteer. Shifts are three hours for women and usually less for men. Women work on donations and/or work the cash desk. Men move donations and processed items to other locations. Training is provided. Enjoy some new friends while doing something worthwhile. COVID restrictions are followed. Drop by the Bin during business hours to fill out an application or contact Janet at 250 767 9664 for more details or to volunteer.

50+ FITNESS 9 am - 10 am ($5 Drop In) 50 Plus Activity Centre CHAIR YOGA 10:30 am 50 Plus Activity Centre BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church BRIDGE 1 pm – 4 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre WE ART HERE 12 pm 50 Plus Activity Centre CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY CO. Train Modellers meet - visitors welcome 7 pm Peachland Musum

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New work barge and tables, Somerset repairs and variance permits JOANNE LAYH New work barge

The District of Peachland recently purchased a work barge so that staff can align the swim buoys each year rather than bringing in an external contractor.

The cost of an external contractor each year is between $4,000 and $6,000, said Cheryl Wiebe, director of community services. The barge cost the town $5,000, (the hoist and motor were already a part of Peachland’s inventory.)

“We have put it to use and it has proven to be very valuable for our services and a safer platform for our staff to work off of when they’re assembling Swim Bay and doing these kinds of works,” said Wiebe in her August monthly report to council.

“The really important question is can you ski behind it?” joked Councillor Terry Condon.

Somerset Rd repairs

At the last regular council meeting Coun. Patrick Van Minsel said he’s heard from a few Somerset Rd residents because their road is in “a little bit of a dire situation.”

Van Minsel said he checked it out for himself, observed the road has a lot of potholes and degrading and asked the director of operations, Shawn Grundy, if the road is on their radar.

Grundy said the road is on their radar and they are definitely aware of some rough spots.

“The guys have done what they can with the cold patch to try and fill in the worst of it,” said Grundy.

Depending on what is left for time and the operating budget at the end of the year, they may be able to do some larger repairs.

“We aren’t going to have the capacity to do a full repave or anything like that but we can try and take care of some of the worst spots,” said Grundy, adding they might be able to tag some work on when the paving company is in town for other projects.

Interconnect project progressing

The Trepanier interconnect project is slowly progressing toward comple-

tion. When complete, the project will connect residents in the Trepanier neighbourhood to the new water treatment plant that came online earlier this year.

The project has been held up due a delay in delivery of two large butterfly valves that are required to do the final connections. The butterfly valves arrived earlier this month, and things are moving forward now, director of operations Shawn Grundy told council at their last meeting.

“We’re still looking at probably September the last I heard before everything is installed, commissioned and ready to roll,” said Grundy.

New tables for council chambers

Peachland council approved $10,000 from the COVID-19 Safe Restart grants for the purchase of three new council tables. The new tables will allow for a safer distance between staff, the audience and council. About four feet of space will be gained in the audience area with the new design, said director of community services, Cheryl Wiebe.

The new pieces will be designed to interface with the existing council tables to make a larger meeting table when needed.

Variance permits authorized for 6495 Sherburn Rd and 6172 Seymoure Ave

Peachland council authorized a variance permit for the property at 6495 Sherburn Rd to allow the southeast corner of a new home to project up to 1.5 metres into the front yard setback area.

“Shouldn’t the answer at the planning department be ‘build a smaller house or make it fit inside the lot’?” asked Coun. Terry Condon, who nonetheless supported the recommendation to authorize the variance permit.

Director of planning Darin Schaal said the lot is a weird triangular shape and the property owner wants to build from a standard floor plan.

Council also authorized a variance permit for the property located at 6172 Seymoure Ave to allow a secondary suite inside an existing single detached

home. The suite adheres to other secondary suite regulations but is about 100 square feet larger than the allowable size.

Safe Restart grant applications

Council approved the following provincially and federally supported Safe Restart grant applications: • Peachland Legion #69 $10,000; • Peachland Museum/Historical Society - $6,396.13;

• Rotary Club of Peachland - $10,000; • Peachland Wellness Centre - $10,000; • Peachland Riding Club $10,000; • Peachland Chamber of Commerce - $7,000;

• Bat Education & Ecological Protection Society - $10,000; • Peachland Little Schoolhouse Society - $5,000; and • Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance $2,200.

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• Tree Removal • Topping, Limbing & Thinning • Stump Grinding • Fire Cleanup • Logging • Wildfire Prevention

For peace of mind and a happy cat, call:

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6094 Ellison Ave, Peachland

Suite 112-2476 Westlake Rd | West Kelowna 250-769-9109 | kelownavet.ca

Kitchen/Bathroom Renos Decks & Railings Windows & Doors Siding & Rock work Small Jobs Welcome

HOURS & SERVICES MON-FRI: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm SAT: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

F R E E E S T I M AT E

250.801.3521

Amos is a very affectionate and well behaved cat. He loves to be the center of attention, but really comes out of his shell in a quieter setting. He likes to think that he is the best lap warmer, and will sometimes put his paw on you to remind you that he is there for you.

Amos may be a senior, but he is a kitten at heart. He still enjoys playing and being active.

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• Support • Training • Payroll • Bookkeeping • Income Tax

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Age: 11 yrs old Domestic Short Hair

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Located in Peachland

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BUSINESS SERVICES

Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship

Meets Monday at 7 p.m. (closed meeting) and Friday at 7 p.m. (open meeting).

Call 250-763-5555 for more info.

RENOSENSE Home Repair Ltd. Renovations including siding, decks, carpentry, drywalling, ceiling texturing, window & doors. Need walls moved? All work done to code. Call Eric 250-317-6570.

R . B R O W N E LE C T R I C A L Service Installation, Maintenance. Residential, Commerial. Lic’d, Bonded Insured. Do it Right. Make it Safe.

Peachland 250-863-5180.

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INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008. Built with concrete posts. Barns, shops, riding arenas, machine sheds and more. Adam.s@ integritybuilt.com. 1-250-351-5374. www.integritybuilt.com

PT CARE AID wanted for gentleman in Peachland with MS. Great opportunity. Will train the right person. $20-$25/hr. Call David Weber at 250 767 0203.

Peachland

Anglican Church 250-767-3131

ANNOUNCEMENTS LANDSCAPING EDGING EMERALD CEDARS direct from Oliver grower.

Acclimatized for this area.

SPECIAL: 5’tall-10 for $500 Other sizes available.

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FLEMING, Bertha Marion (nee Wilson)

October 1, 1929 – August 18, 2021

Praying for our world wishing all safety from the virus and hope for the future.

“Let Us Worship Together”

Worship links and resources:

• The Diocese of Kootenay: www.kootenayanglican.ca • St. Michael’s, Kelowna: www.ccsmaa.ca

Pastor: Ian McLean

Watch the service from the videos tab right underneath the picture of the church.

“For I know the plans I have for you ... to give you a future and a hope.”

welcome

Jeremiah 29:11

all are

See www.peachlandunited.ca for online worship information

Bertha Fleming passed away peacefully at Pine Acres Home in Westbank, BC with her daughters by her side.

She is survived by her daughters, Deloras Schierbeck (Peter), Donna Walsh (Peter) and Trudy Tobiasen (Andre); step-children, Ken, Lorraine and Tina; as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

4421 4th Street

Online Worship at:

www.gracelutherankelowna.com

GET RESULTS!

250-767-2206

Grace Lutheran Church

Praying for a better tomorrow for all of us!

OPEN WED TO SAT NOON - 3PM

Places of Faith

St. Margaret’s

250-769-5685

Peachland United

BARGAIN BIN END OF SUMMER SALES ARE BEGINNING SEPT 8 - 11 2 FOR 1 SALE ALL CLOTHING

Open 7 days a week

PLEASE RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER.

HELP WANTED

1162 Hudson Road W. Kelowna BC

THRIFT STORE

Lake Ave at 13th St 250-767-9237 Sunday Morning Service 10:30 am PASTOR

Lyle Wahl

peachlandbaptistcanada.com There is a sermon audio available on our website each week.

We know that she is having a loving reunion with her daughter, Gwen Lingor; son, Ken Lingor and her husband, Lorne Fleming who predeceased her.

Bertha’s family is holding a private service but do appreciate your love and support during this difficult time.

Special thanks goes to the entire staff at Pine Acres for the wonderful care they provided to Bertha and our family.

We love you, mom. You will be forever in our hearts.

To send condolences, please visit www.hansonsfuneral.ca.

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Make sure you are registered to vote Voting for the first time? Moved recently? Check or update your information.

List of registered electors

Watch for your voter information card in the mail It tells you where and when you can vote.

Contact Elections Canada if your voter information card: • has incorrect information • hasn’t arrived by September 10

Your health and safety is our priority.

At your polling station, poll workers will be wearing masks. There will also be:

2 metres

Hand sanitizer stations

Clear physical distancing markers

Only one poll worker per desk behind a plexiglass barrier

When you go to vote, don’t forget: 2m

Wear a mask

We will provide you with a single-use pencil to mark your ballot, or you can bring your own pen or pencil

Practice physical distancing by staying at least two metres away from voters and poll workers

If you have tested positive for or have symptoms of COVID-19, or if you have been in contact with someone who has the virus, visit elections.ca to apply to vote by mail. You have until Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m., to apply.

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PUZZLES

This week’s Crossword, Sudoku & Word Search

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Real Estate youarehereimages.com La Casa Resort

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439,000

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LOT 356 Seclusion Place

At the top of BAYVIEW! Extraordinary panoramic lakeview from this huge gorgeous property. Build your dream home or apply to re-zone. Located within Bayview subdivision this is not part of the strata. 125 year lease offered. Almost .4 acre, flat with services at the lot line. Close to all amenities.

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6844 Santiago Loop - Great opportunity to own this well maintained 3 Bed / 2 Bath cottage situated in the desirable La Casa Resort. Perfect place to make lifetime memories with family and friends. Open concept living, vaulted ceiling, functional kitchen, fireplace, loft, deck and dbl garage. Enjoy the outstanding complex amenities from beaches, outdoor pools/hot tubs, tennis courts, exercise room, marina, boat launch, boat slips and more!! This is a TURNKEY fully operational unit. (plus gst) MLS® 10239441

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