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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-822-4141
89 Wyndham St N, 3rd Fl
Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Employment Services
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Office: 519-822-4141
89 Wyndham St N, 3rd Fl
Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
Short Description
Comprehensive employment and job search services:
Services also available for employers:
Offers Employment Ontario programs. See separate listing for details.
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies
- resume preparation
- information on careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities paid pre-employment training and job placements
- on-the-job training / work experience
- help to maintain employment
- education and work transition supports
- information and referral to other employment and community services
- mentorship for youth
- help finding summer employment
- self employment supports
- Second Career assessments
Services also available for employers:
- free recruitment support
- training incentives for new employees
- government supported skills training
- apprenticeship
- employee leadership development
- downsizing and closure services
- five-day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking
Offers Employment Ontario programs. See separate listing for details.
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Taste Real Guelph Wellington Local Food
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Office: 519-837-2600
74 Woolwich St
Guelph, ON, N1H 3T9
Guelph, ON, N1H 3T9
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Taste Real initiative supports local businesses, farms and producers to strengthen rural communities and encourage local food economies.
- public events
- local food map
- business to business network building
- local food marketing
- business consulting
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Centre for Mental Health
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Office: 519-763-4014
Crisis: 1-844-437-3247
147 Wyndham St N
Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
Short Description
Provides a full care system for those with addictions, mental health or developmental needs. Promotes the mental health of all people through research and information services, sponsored research projects, education, workshops, seminars, pamphlets, newsletters and resource services. Encourages public action and commitment to strengthening community mental health services, legislation and policies affecting services.
Information and Education: brochures and information sheets, workshops and educational events, leisure information, internet access, advocacy and skill development
Referral Services: provided by HERE 24 SEVEN 1-844-437-3247, for many services in the community from a centralized location ; one-to-one meeting where staff can suggest options related to mental health support services (including those provided by the Centres for Mental Health), mental health treatment services and other services available in the community
Support Services: coordinate support services for individuals (youth, adults, seniors and families) who struggle with a significant mental health issue so that they may live and fully participate in their community ; address and overcome barriers in housing, employment, education, leisure, relationships, financial stability and social pursuits; intensive support to short-term crisis support, to intermittent support, provided as needed
Bridging Employment Supports, Links To Work: helps persons with disabilities (ages 16-65) to obtain paid, competitive employment; call 1-866-387-6660 ext 4087 to make an appointment
Entrepreneurship Project: assists individuals who have been involved with the mental health system become self-employed or start their own business; referrals made through local CMHA Centres for Mental Health, other area agencies, or by self referral
Self Help Program: supportive environment for people with lived experience in mental health and addictions; mutual support, sharing of common issues and resources; one-on-one peer support and support group meetings designed to assist individuals in their own growth and development by sharing successes and developing strategies; self help resource centre; recovery planning groups (men's and women's groups); advocacy support, services of entrepreneurship facilitator
Self Help, Spark of Brilliance: community-based mental health initiative that promotes healing, recovery and discovery through the expressive arts; workshops open to people living with mental health issues and / or addictions and their supportive allies, including family members, friends and mental health workers
Information and Education: brochures and information sheets, workshops and educational events, leisure information, internet access, advocacy and skill development
Referral Services: provided by HERE 24 SEVEN 1-844-437-3247, for many services in the community from a centralized location ; one-to-one meeting where staff can suggest options related to mental health support services (including those provided by the Centres for Mental Health), mental health treatment services and other services available in the community
Support Services: coordinate support services for individuals (youth, adults, seniors and families) who struggle with a significant mental health issue so that they may live and fully participate in their community ; address and overcome barriers in housing, employment, education, leisure, relationships, financial stability and social pursuits; intensive support to short-term crisis support, to intermittent support, provided as needed
Bridging Employment Supports, Links To Work: helps persons with disabilities (ages 16-65) to obtain paid, competitive employment; call 1-866-387-6660 ext 4087 to make an appointment
Entrepreneurship Project: assists individuals who have been involved with the mental health system become self-employed or start their own business; referrals made through local CMHA Centres for Mental Health, other area agencies, or by self referral
Self Help Program: supportive environment for people with lived experience in mental health and addictions; mutual support, sharing of common issues and resources; one-on-one peer support and support group meetings designed to assist individuals in their own growth and development by sharing successes and developing strategies; self help resource centre; recovery planning groups (men's and women's groups); advocacy support, services of entrepreneurship facilitator
Self Help, Spark of Brilliance: community-based mental health initiative that promotes healing, recovery and discovery through the expressive arts; workshops open to people living with mental health issues and / or addictions and their supportive allies, including family members, friends and mental health workers
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Business Centre Guelph Wellington
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Office: 519-822-1260 ext 3907
1 Carden St.
Guelph, ON, N1H 3A1
Guelph, ON, N1H 3A1
Short Description
Services include:
- services include start-up information
- access to professional consultants
- business plan development
- seminars, coaching sessions, mentoring
- networking events
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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-823-2440
177 Norfolk St
Guelph, ON, N1H 4K1
Guelph, ON, N1H 4K1
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-763-5292
Crisis: 519-742-0300
400 Stevenson St N
Guelph, ON, N1E 5C3
Guelph, ON, N1E 5C3
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
The Apatisiwin program offers a variety of employment programs, education, and skills designed to provide opportunities for Indigenous peoples in Ontario to maintain meaningful employment opportunities.
Examples of pre-employment training includes but are not limited to:
ON THE JOB TRAINING: This program provides on-the-job training and work experience to clients by providing wage subsidies and other specified costs to employers. The objective is to provide clients with the skills and competencies required to obtain employment.
TRAINING SUPPORTS: This program is used to provide financial supports to eliminate barriers for clients participating in Skills Enhancement interventions.
Financial supports may provide: SELF-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING: This program provides direct financial support, business training or professional support to enable a client to start their own business or continue in a career of self-employment.
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
The Apatisiwin program offers a variety of employment programs, education, and skills designed to provide opportunities for Indigenous peoples in Ontario to maintain meaningful employment opportunities.
Pre-employment training Purchase of training On the job training Training supports Apprenticeships Self-employment training - Summer jobs
Examples of pre-employment training includes but are not limited to:
- Essential Skills
- Basic computer skills and knowledge
- Literacy/numeracy
- General Education Diploma
- Skills upgrading
- Tuition/course fees
- Mandatory training related costs
- Living expenses allowance
- Dependent care allowance
- Living away from home allowance
- Commuting allowance
- Parking costs
- Training course related costs (i.e. books, course kits)
- Business Training
- Business Plan Development
- Professional Advice for Marketing, Accounting and Financial Management
- Capital costs are negotiable
ON THE JOB TRAINING: This program provides on-the-job training and work experience to clients by providing wage subsidies and other specified costs to employers. The objective is to provide clients with the skills and competencies required to obtain employment.
TRAINING SUPPORTS: This program is used to provide financial supports to eliminate barriers for clients participating in Skills Enhancement interventions.
Financial supports may provide: SELF-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING: This program provides direct financial support, business training or professional support to enable a client to start their own business or continue in a career of self-employment.
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Agricultural Information Contact Centre
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Office: 519-826-3100
1 Stone Rd W
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Short Description
Contact centre for agriculture, food and rural affairs. Provides technical and specialized program information to the agri-food and rural sectors on a range of topics including agricultural production, farm business management, food safety, environmental management, rural economic development, and related government programs and services.
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Office: 519-826-3100
1 Stone Rd W
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Short Description
Helps to build a strong agri-food sector by investing in development and transfer of innovative technologies, retaining and attracting investment, developing markets, and providing regulatory oversight and effective risk management tools.
- information, advice, broad range of training courses
- divisions include Economic Development; Food Safety and Environment; Policy; Research and Corporate Services
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Office: 1-888-247-4999
Stone Road Complex, 1 Stone Rd W, 3rd Fl NW
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Short Description
Delivers programs that help producers manage risk and remain financially secure. These programs protect Ontario producers against many of the business and agricultural risks they face.
For a list of programs, see Agricorp Programs
For a list of programs, see Agricorp Programs
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Office: 1-888-247-4999
1 Stone Rd W, 1st Fl NE
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Short Description
Reviews compensation claims made against funds set up under Grain Financial Protection Program
- protects producers from default on payment by licensed dealers / default on storage at licensed elevators
- administers funds under the Farm Products Payments Act and the Grains Act
- operates under the mandate of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
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Agricultural Information Contact Centre
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1 Stone Rd W
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y2
Short Description
Phone line providing technical and specialized program information to the agri-business, primary producers, food processing, municipal and rural client sectors on a range of topics including:
- agricultural production
- farm business management
- food safety
- environmental management
- rural economic development
- related government programs and services.
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Office: 519-824-6360
120 Research Lane, Suite 100
Guelph, ON, N1G 0B5
Guelph, ON, N1G 0B5
Short Description
Customized financial and business services for Canadian producers, agribusiness and agri-food operators
- financing, insurance, software, learning programs
- partnerships with other organizations to offer full range of financing options
- National sponsor of 4-H Canada that provides local funding for 4-H clubs
- partner to reduce hunger and enrich rural Canada through annual FCC Drive Away Hunger campaign
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Office Phone: 519-826-9930
Westwood Public School, 495 Willow Rd, Portable 1
Guelph, ON, N1H 7C7
Guelph, ON, N1H 7C7
Short Description
Programs for children, youth and adults include:
- Co-op Food Hub, Wednesday and Thursdays
- Recreation After School programs, PA Day Camps, March Break and Summer Camps
- Evening Recreation programs
- Co-operative Youth Farm, high school experience
- Co-operative garden
- backpack and school supplies
- neighbourhood summer market
- seasonal clothing drives and Goodwill clothing vouchers
- year round tax filing assistance
- advocacy with community agencies and programs
- annual Village Fall Fair in September
- Community events
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Business Support Services
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Office: 519-265-4495
400 Southgate Dr
Guelph, ON, N1G 4P5
Guelph, ON, N1G 4P5
Short Description
Boundless Accelerator is one of 17 Regional Innovation Centres in Ontario. Regional priority sectors Boundless Accelerator focuses on include Agri-innovation,life sciences, cleantech, advanced manufacturing and supporting digital technologies.Services include start-up information, business mentoring, access to expert consultants and industry specialists, scale-up and growth coaching, business plan assessment, educational sessions, collision events, and networking events.
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Preston Towne Centre Business Development Area
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Office: 519-653-5332
King St
Cambridge, ON
Cambridge, ON
Short Description
The B.I.A. has organized a closely knit group of merchants providing a wide range of goods and services in office-related industry, business service industries and licensed restaurants.
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Integrated Employment Services, Fergus and Wellington County Office
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Office: 519-843-5513
160 St David St S, Unit 104
Centre Wellington, ON, N1M 2L3
Centre Wellington, ON, N1M 2L3
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements
Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-576-3033
385 Fairway Rd S, Unit 205, 2nd Flr
Kitchener, ON, N2C 2N9
Kitchener, ON, N2C 2N9
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-883-2101
150 Main St
Cambridge, ON, N1R 6R1
Cambridge, ON, N1R 6R1
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-623-9380
Lutherwood, 35 Dickson St
Cambridge, ON, N1R 7A6
Cambridge, ON, N1R 7A6
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Integrated Employment Services, Apatisiwin Funding
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Office: 519-742-0300
236 Woodhaven Rd.
Kitchener, ON, N2C 1V5
Kitchener, ON, N2C 1V5
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Cambridge Career Connections, Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-622-0815 ext 223
40 Ainslie St S
Cambridge, ON, N1R 3K1
Cambridge, ON, N1R 3K1
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Integrated Employment Services
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Office: 519-883-2101
20 Weber St E
Kitchener, ON, N2H 1C3
Kitchener, ON, N2H 1C3
Short Description
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Office: 519-741-2604
SDG Idea Factory, 2 King St W
Kitchener, ON, N2G 1A3
Kitchener, ON, N2G 1A3
Short Description
Provide the public with easy access to small business information, workshops, networking, events, as well as grant programs for new entrepreneurs including a youth program for students 15-29.
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Office: 519-740-4615
Gaslight District, 96 Grand Ave S, Ste 103
Cambridge, ON, N1R 5W8
Cambridge, ON, N1R 5W8
Short Description
Provide the public with easy access to small business information, workshops, networking, events, as well as grant programs for new entrepreneurs including a youth program for students 15-29.
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