We the undersigned call on the Senate of Canada to pass Bill C-266 honouring the Blessed Pope John Paul II, a champion of freedom and human rights. When it becomes law, this Bill will designate...

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Below is the text of Private Members' Bill C-425, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (honouring the Canadian Armed Forces) put forward by Calgary Northeast MP Devinder Shory, and proposed...

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Convicted terrorists should be stripped of their Canadian citizenship.  Anyone who commits terrorist acts in Canada or abroad has clearly renounced their Canadian citizenship by rejecting Canadian...

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To view public opinion on this issue, click here. Bal Gupta, Chair, Air India 182 Victims’ Families Association “The Air India 182 Victims Families Association strongly supports Bill C-425,...

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A poll conducted by NRG Research group in October of 2012 showed that Canadians overwhelmingly support stripping citizenship from convicted terrorists. Detailed results are below. Over 80% of...

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Following Justin Trudeau's divisive comments over the weekend:  "We have 24 Senators in Quebec and there are only 6 for Alberta and British Columbia. That benefits us. To want to abolish it, that's...

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Minister Kenney attends the unveiling of the Komagata Maru monument in Vancouver, July 2012 The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, has issued the...

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The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on occasion of the 4th anniversary of the end of the Sri Lankan Civil...

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The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on the occasion of Poland's Constitution Day: "I am pleased to join with...

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National War Museum Ottawa, Ontario Tuesday, April 23, 2013 Check against delivery Survivors, honoured veterans, distinguished guests, fellow Canadians: Seventy years ago today,...

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Minister Kenney visited the visited the memorial at Bykivnia, one of the sites of the Katyn massacre. April 10, 2013 - Minister Kenney has issued the following statement in remembrance of...

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Ottawa, April 7, 2013 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on Yom Ha’Shoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day: “On...

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News Release — Immigration backlog reduced by forty percent Faster processing times for workers and families Click here to download Minister Kenney's presentation...

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Ottawa, March 22, 2013 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on the death of James Pon: “It is with great...

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Ottawa, March 16, 2013 “This weekend I join with Coptic Christians in remembering a great spiritual leader, the head of the Coptic Orthodox Church and Patriarch of Alexandria, His Holiness Pope...

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Ottawa - The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on the election of His Holiness Pope Francis: “I would like to...

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Je suis d’accord que les terroristes condamnés doivent être dépouillés de leur citoyenneté canadienne. Toute personne qui commet un acte terroriste au Canada ou à l’étranger a clairement...

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I agree that convicted terrorists should be stripped of their Canadian citizenship.  Anyone who commits terrorist acts in Canada or abroad has clearly renounced their Canadian citizenship by...

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Le texte français est immédiatement après le texte anglais FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS RELEASE – Minister Kenney Calls on Opposition to Support the Faster Removal of Foreign Criminals Act...

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Click here to download Minister Kenney's presentation (English) Click here to download Minister Kenney's presentation (Tamil) Speaking notes for The Honourable Jason Kenney, P.C.,...

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Re: "Canada’s razor-wire playgrounds," Column, Dec. 15 Heather Mallick's column "Canada's Razor-Wire Playgrounds" leaves readers with several misleading conclusions, as she has glossed over a...

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I wish to extend my warmest wishes to His Highness, Prince Karim, the Aga Khan, on occasion of his birthday, and Salgirah Khushiali Mubarak to Canada’s Ismaili Muslim community.   Under the Aga...

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Transcript of Speech by the Honourable Jason Kenney, P.C, M.P., to the Canadian Friends of Haifa University’s Mount Carmel Dinner  November 4, 2012 Toronto, Ontario  Worthy Rabbis, Your...

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“Their Name Liveth For Evermore.” The poet of Empire, Rudyard Kipling, who loved Canada, chose these words to be inscribed at Imperial and Commonwealth war cemeteries at the end of...

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October 26, 2012 Dear Sir or Madam: Re: “Kenney dismisses need to fund Gaelic, other ‘niche’ languages,” (October 25, 2012). Your headline and story was a classic example of torqued...

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Congratulations to Ludwik Klimkowski on being elected Chairman of Tribute to Liberty Ottawa, October 9, 2012 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and...

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Le Ministre Kenney souligne la célébration du premier jour du Nouvel An copte Ottawa, 11 septembre 2012 — L'honorable Jason Kenney, ministre de la Citoyenneté, de l'Immigration et du...

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Statement - Minister Kenney marks the celebration of the first day of the Coptic New Year Ottawa, September 11, 2012 — The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and...

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The New Democratic Party (NDP) is exploiting Canadian veterans by raising the bizarre idea that the Government of Canada believes Canadian World War II Veterans were not Canadian. A July 13, 2012...

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Convicted foreign criminals and fraudsters should not be able to rely on endless appeals as a loophole in order to delay their deportation from Canada, during which time they continue to endanger...

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Dear Constituents, Since first being elected in 2006 our Conservative Government has reduced taxes with every single Budget. Unlike the high-tax NDP and Liberals, our government believes in...

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Mr. Speaker, it is my honour to rise in celebration of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee. We salute today the 60th anniversary of Canada's Queen. On June 2, 1953, Her Majesty...

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Ottawa, May 14, 2012 — The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, rose in the House of Commons today and made the following statement marking the...

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May 11, 2012 Dear Sir: Re: An attack on vulnerable refugees (May 9, 2012) Doctors serve their patients and the public best when they focus their energy and skills on treating disease based...

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On Sunday, March 18, NDP Immigration Critic Don Davies attended a rally organised by the radical pro-illegal immigration group “No One Is Illegal”. The NDP’s Immigration critic even tweeted...

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Follow the link to listen to the podcast of Minister Kenney's interview with CBC's The Current, where he discussed the Government's plans to reform immigration to promote jobs and growth Minister...

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Ottawa, March 6, 2012- The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on ‘Israel Apartheid Week’: Like many Canadians I...

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Dear Sir or Madame: David Olive’s column on immigration (Skills shortage highlights faulty thinking on immigration, March 5, 2012) includes several major factual errors.  He writes that...

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“Future Immigration Policies: Challenges and Opportunities for Canada”   At the National Metropolis Conference Toronto, Ontario Thursday, March 1, 2012 Check against delivery   I am...

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Vietnamese Community Leaders Welcomed in Ottawa Ottawa, December 9, 2011 – On Tuesday, December 6, a delegation of Vietnamese community leaders from Toronto visited Ottawa to meet with the...

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Your Grace, Your Eminence, Reverend Fathers, Parliamentary colleagues. distinguished guests, Dyakuyu, Dobriy vecher. Today, on behalf of the Government of Canada and Prime Minister Stephen...

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CALGARY – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Member of Parliament for Calgary Southeast and Regional Minister for Southern Alberta, issued the following statement. “I was very concerned about the...

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Ottawa, November 25, 2011 – On Thursday, November 24, the Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism attended the inauguration of the interpretation centre...

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We proudly wear the red poppy today in remembrance of the noble and gallant fallen in the wars of our long history. Red is the colour of sacrifice, the colour of blood. Red is the colour of our...

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  Hansard- September 18, 2001 Mr. Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, Canadian Alliance): Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise to speak to a matter brought to this place by one of...

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Ottawa, August 15, 2011 — The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement recognizing the celebration of India’s...

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Ottawa, August 14, 2011 — The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement recognizing the celebration of Pakistan Independence...

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Dear Mr Neve and Mrs Vaugrante, I must confess that my first reaction upon reading your open letter to Minister Toews and myself was one of surprise and joy.  For your organization to muster its...

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Ottawa, August 1, 2011 — The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement recognizing the start of the month of...

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Ottawa, August 1, 2011 - The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement recognizing the historical importance of August 1,...

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Ottawa, June 23, 2011 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, today issued the following statement congratulating Chaldean Canadians on the...

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Thank you, Judge Ngo. Judge Ngo himself arrived in Canada as a refugee, and became a pioneer in the Canadian-Vietnamese community.   Good morning ladies and gentlemen. I am pleased to be here...

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OTTAWA, ON June 13th, 2011 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued a statement recognizing the Celebration of Philippine Independence...

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Thank-you. Merci, John, de cette introduction. Chèrs Conservateurs, bienvenue a notre capital nationale! Bienvenu au Congrès conservateur 2011! Fellow Conservatives, welcome to our...

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Ottawa, February 17, 2011 -- Following his recent announcement that in 2010, Canada accepted the highest number of immigrants in more than 50 years, Immigration Minister Jason Kenney today announced...

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London, Ontario, February 11, 2011 As delivered Good afternoon. I want to talk to you about a serious issue, and I actually want to get on the record about a question about immigration law and the...

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http://www.vancouversun.com/news/Kenney+blames+courts+refugee+backlog/4266255/story.html

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http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-notebook/minister-scolds-judges-over-delays-inconsistency-in-refugee-cases/article1903923/

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On Saturday, February 5, 2011, Thrangu Monastery was honoured to receive the Honourable Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, Jason Kenney. Minister Kenney was received by Lama...

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            Greetings from the Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism  I would like to extend my warmest greetings to all those celebrating Chinese New Year. On...

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Ottawa, January 27, 2011 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement on the 6th annual UN International Day of...

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Ottawa — Today, the Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Minister of State (Agriculture), and the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, announced the...

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Speaking notes – Opening remarks for The Honourable Jason Kenney, P.C., M.P. Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Balanced Refugee Reform The Canadian Club Winnipeg,...

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Expanding Canada’s Refugee Resettlement Programs   Ottawa – Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today launched a series of proposed reforms to Canada’s...

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Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced support for the Rick Hansen Foundation. This investment through Canada’s Economic Action Plan will advance knowledge and research to improve the lives...

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Prime Minister Stephen Harper today delivered the following opening remarks to the G-20 Sherpas’ meeting: “I am very happy to be with you today and to welcome you personally to Ottawa. First of...

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New citizenship study guide to help newcomers and Canadians better understand Canada Ottawa — A new, more comprehensive study guide for Canadian citizenship was launched today by...

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The Prince of Wales, who has the rank of Vice-Admiral in the Canadian Navy, with Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, the Hon. Jason Kenney. CFB Esquimalt, 9 November 2009....

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By PAUL LUNGEN, Staff Reporter TORONTO — When it comes to the persistence of anti-Semitism, even in Canada, the largely Jewish audience who came to hear Immigration Minister Jason Kenney...

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Ottawa, June 8, 2009 — Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today recognized the first group of individuals to complete internships in an award-winning departmental...

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Ottawa, June 1, 2009 — Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today announced three designations to the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). In the Toronto...

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Toronto, June 1, 2009 — The Government of Canada will partner with B’nai Brith Canada to invest in the newly formed National Task Force on Holocaust Research, Remembrance and...

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Ottawa, May 26, 2009 — Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney has concluded a nine-day visit to the Middle East, where he met with senior government officials and...

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Maclean's magazine hands out the honours at the Parliamentarians of the Year Awards in Ottawa TORONTO, May 13 /CNW/ - Maclean's magazine, in association with the Dominion Institute, L'actualité...

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Ottawa, May 5, 2009 — Victims of immigration scams or unethical/dishonest behaviour by immigration representatives are invited to participate in an on-line survey to provide input into the...

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By Alexander Panetta THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA _ Canada is set to open its doors to hundreds of Afghans who face life-threatening risks after having worked with our military and diplomats, The...

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Ottawa, April 29, 2009 — Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today invited all Canadians to join in Asian Heritage Month celebrations being held across the country...

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Ottawa, April 27, 2009 — Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today announced four full-time appointments to the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada...

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LEIGH ANNE WILLIAMS staff writer As celebrations of the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund’s (PWRDF’s) 50th anniversary get under way, PWRDF representatives and Archbishop Fred...

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Toronto, April 24, 2009 — Newcomer families will have improved access to health-care services at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto as they settle and integrate into Canada, announced...

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Ottawa, ON Survivors, worthy rabbis, fellow Canadians. Last year on this solemn occasion, the Prime Minister spoke of the Holocaust as a “genocide so premeditated and grotesque in design, so...

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Winnipeg, April 20, 2009 — The Government of Canada is honouring 12 young Canadians today for their creative work in celebrating Canadian nation-builders of diverse backgrounds. The students are...

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Ottawa, April 17, 2009 — Canada’s new citizenship law takes effect today, announced Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney. The law restores or gives citizenship...

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Montreal, April 3, 2009 — As of March 31, Lebanese nationals applying to immigrate to Canada may select the visa office in Beirut, Lebanon, as their main point of service, Citizenship, Immigration...

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Ottawa, April 2, 2009 — Muslim youth will have the opportunity to participate in two projects that will help address issues around discrimination and promote cross-cultural understanding, thanks to...

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Excerpts from announcement Norval, ON ~ Reverend Father, Sisters, Your Excellency, parliamentary colleagues and ladies and gentlemen it is a real pleasure for me to join with you here today. I was...

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Toronto, February 27, 2009 – Immigrant youth in the Jane/Finch neighbourhood of Toronto will have access to more settlement services, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason...

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Speaking notes - Speaking points for the Hon. Jason Kenney, P.C., M.P. Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism on the occasion of a breakfast meeting hosted by the Islamic Society...

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Thank you for that kind introduction and good morning. Colleagues Joy Smith and Steven Fletcher, MLAs Stefanson and Taillieu, City Councillor Browaty, Mr. Wiebe, Ms. Nnadi, Mr. Cantiveros, Mr....

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Ottawa – Today, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the appointment of Jason Kenney, Member of Parliament for Calgary Southeast, as Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and...

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