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Evidence seized for lab testing WorkSafe B.C. moving forward with investigation REBECCA BILLARD WorkSafe B.C. say it is examining several factors that could have lead to the Jan. 20, 2012 explosion and fire that decimated the Babine Forest Products sawmill. In its latest report WorkSafe B.C. say they are looking at sawdust accumulation, they are also investigating several other contributing factors that could be to blame including production levels at the sawmill, the type of wood being milled, the exhaust and ventilation systems and the effects of cold weather on water pipes and misters. WorkSafe B.C. also say there’s no evidence to suggest oil, oxygen or acetylene, which are known fuel sources to be in the sawmill, contributed to the explosion, but they are refusing to completely rule this out. Other fuel sources, such as natural gas and propane are also being investigated. A natural
gas pipe and valve have been seized from the site for further testing by the B.C. Safety Authority and two propane tanks have also been seized for further testing. An expert lab in the U.S. has also been retained to examine the sawdust samples taken from the sawmill for particle size, and the minimum explosive concentration required to cause an explosion. Evidence from a 50' x 50' area that has been determined to be a key area in the investigation has been seized, however Roberta Ellis, WorkSafe B.C.'s senior vice president, human resources and corporate services said she could not elaborate at this point in time as to where the area of interest was at the site. "I want to reiterate that this investigation is still ongoing and will take another two to three months to complete," she said. Ellis said samples from the site have been sent to three separate labs for testing and she said that there is no evidence at this time to suggest that the explosion was either caused by arson or lightening. "This may seem unlikely but we did receive More on page 2 ...
SUPER MOON Local resident Mike Robertson snapped this photo of last weekend’s super moon coming up over Stick Hill on Uncha Lake Road. It was the biggest full moon of the year because this month's full moon coincides with the moon's closest approach to Earth. The moon was 356,955 kilometers from Earth, offering skywatchers a spectacular view of an extra big, extra bright moon, known as a super moon. The last super moon occurred during March 2011.
Arena expansion plans upset local business Local business requests council change their plans for a gym REBECCA BILLARD Owners of local business, Lakes Fitness Centre, are concerned that the Village of Burns Lake's plans for a fitness centre to be included in the Tom Forsyth Memorial Area expansion would be unfair competition. Owners Bonny Gibson and Susan Schienbein, who is also a member of village council, recently wrote a letter to the village expressing their apprehension about a fitness centre and work out gym
that has been included in the arena's expansion plans. As reported in the Lakes District News edition of April 11, 2012, the province is chipping in $2.4 million in funding to the approximate $3 million arena expansion project. Once constructed the 10,000 square foot building will join the existing arena and curling rink and will contain a squash court, a climbing wall, a children’s indoor play area, fitness centre and workout gym, a physical therapy area and a multi use
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area. In the letter, Gibson and Schienbein congratulated the village on the successful application to fund the project however they said, "Our congratulations is somewhat tempered by the announcement that the expansion will house a workout gym. We believe this is a simple oversight on the part of the municipality and that hard earned tax payers dollars will not be used to duplicate services that already exist within the community. If this is not an More on page 5 ...
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evidence from witnesses about the occurrence of lightning," she said. Ellis said the April 23, 2012 explosion and fire at the Lakeland Mill in Prince George will not detract or take resources away from the Babine Forest Products investigation. To date 80 witness statements have been taken by WorkSafe B.C. "At this time hot surfaces and friction, electric arcs from motors and switches and several other electrical components continue to be examined as possible ignition sources." She said that while there has been media interest in sawdust as a cause of the blast, WorkSafe B.C. is investigating all possible fuel sources. "It is impossible to rule out tiger torches in use the day of the incident, metal halide lights that burn at 900 degrees Celsius, open flame from welding torches or static electric discharges. Initial access to the scene was prevented by fire, the unsafe structure and a minefield of acetylene bottles and other hazards buried beneath the snow." To extinguish the fires at the site, Ellis said the area was flooded with water which froze over in the minus 41 degree Celsius temperatures that week. "Investigators were chipping away at the ice for quite some time to
get at the equipment," she said. "It was minus 41 degrees Celsius in Burns Lake the night of the explosion .... there was other mills operating that same night. This one exploded, the others did not and we need to find out why." WorkSafe B.C. inspectors subsequently sent out directive orders to 341 sawmills in the wake of the Babine Forest Products tragedy. "Seventy inspection reports were issued and of those, 90 [violation] orders were written by inspectors." "We have gathered a significant amount of sawdust samples from the sawmill which are being tested in the lab for particle size .... but investigators are looking at all variables. Sawdust is just one fuel source." Currently there is 20 investigators actively involved in the Babine Forest Products investigation. "We are gearing up for the Lakeland Mill investigation, but I assure you that resources won't be an issue. We will not be slowing down the investigation into Babine Forest Products as the Lakeland investigation ramps up .... there has been two catastrophic explosions in three months and there is a high level of fear in the industry ... we will make public our findings, it may be sawdust or a combination of things, but I can't tell you that today."
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It’s really not a turf war It would be a shame if the Village of Burns Lake alters their plans for the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena expansion, simply because of a local business request. A $2.4 million funding boost has been given to our community to help build something the entire community will benefit from for generations to come. It’s a substantial amount of money that does not have to come directly from local tax payers pockets by way of tax increases and receiving this funding allows the Village of Burns Lake to move forward with plans that may not have come to fruition otherwise. So when local business, Lakes Fitness Centre approached council with their concerns about the arena expansion possibly featuring a gym and fitness centre, I was hoping that the village will stick to their guns and not scrap or modify their plans. I really don’t see much point in constructing a multi sport facility that does not include a gym and fitness centre, after all most communities with a public sports facility or even a community centre offer not only a gym and weight room, but most often other sports facilities and sometimes even a cafe. I think that not offering local residents a gym and fitness centre in the multi sport facility expansion would certainly be an
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oversight. Time and again I have heard so many local residents say that they would like to see the arena expanded into a multi sport facility, not only to benefit local residents, but also to help attract professionals like doctors to the area. To me it seemed like a big request ... especially for local taxpayers to have to foot the bill, but with the province chipping in the majority of the funding, that dream is about to become a reality. Either we can move forward as a community with economic development initiatives, or be left behind. The village will eventually have to make a decision as to whether they want to privatize any facilities they will offer in the multi sport facility, or leave them open as public facilities. That decision will no doubt be made some time in the future. As a tax payer I think it is terrific that there will be a place for locals to participate in heathy activity at a low cost. Not to mention there is already ‘free’ community exercise equipment available at Spirit Square ... is that competition too? It’s not a turf war .... it’s simply expanding community services in a way that many local taxpayers have been hoping would happen for many years. All business exist in a competitive environment and compete in many ways, mostly by price, but also by location, customer service and product range. This is the way of the business world, but to muscle out community services and public assets is not progress .. that’s a business monopoly.
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The B.C. NDP has ramped up its opposition to the proposed Northern Gateway oil pipeline. First the party formalized objections already expressed by NDP MLAs who have spoken at hearings held by the federal review panel along the B.C. coast. Leader Adrian Dix sent an 11 page letter to the panel, then launched an attack on the B.C. Liberal government in the legislature that emphasized the letter’s top objection. Why doesn’t Premier Christy Clark stand up to Ottawa and protest the abandonment of the longstanding ‘moratorium and exclusion zone’ on oil tankers off B.C.’s north coast, Dix and NDP energy critic Rob Fleming demanded. Clark’s answer was the same one given for many years by federal and provincial governments. The 1972 federal moratorium was directed at offshore oil drilling, not tankers bound for B.C. A separate Canada-U.S. agreement in 1998 calls for U.S. tankers to avoid B.C.’s Inside Passage as they transport Alaska crude oil to refineries in Washington state and further south. I asked Fleming for documentation that shows tankers are banned from B.C.’s north coast. He said it is fragmented, which means he doesn’t have any. Nor does the NDP’s heavily footnoted letter to the federal panel offer any source for this assertion. This argument flared up in 2006 after Methanex Corp. shut down its Kitimat methanol plant. Instead of shipping methanol out, a practice that was never questioned, it started bringing tankers into the Kitimat port loaded with a liquid natural gas by-product called condensate. From there it is sent by rail to Alberta to dilute oil sands crude. This process led to Enbridge’s proposed double pipeline that would send condensate East and diluted crude West. The Dogwood Initiative, one of the multiple U.S.-funded groups that now dominate B.C.’s
environmental lobby, rose to protest these early condensate shipments, saying they violate a moratorium on tankers. Wrong, said Don Rodden, superintendent of environmental response for the Canadian Coast Guard Pacific Region. The 1972 moratorium “wouldn’t apply to vessels coming into Canadian ports like Kitimat,” Rodden told the Globe and Mail at the time. The Coast Guard would be the agency legally required to enforce such a tanker ban, if one existed. As I’ve mentioned before, there are legitimate arguments against the Northern Gateway proposal. This hippy-fantasy tanker moratorium isn’t one of them. Then there is the hypocrisy and pro-U.S. bias that is so clearly evident in the manipulated B.C. debate. The Northern Gateway pipeline would generate as many as 350 tanker trips each year to and from Kitimat. More than twice that many tankers already sail each year through the Strait of Juan de Fuca, past the Gulf and San Juan Islands. Many are heading to refinery complexes at March Point and Cherry Point in Washington. These supertankers can be seen sailing past Victoria most days. Strangely, this U.S. crude traffic excites no protests. Some of the smaller tankers come in to fill up from the TransMountain pipeline in Burnaby, whose operator is preparing a bid for expansion. This attracts protests organized by people paid to oppose Alberta ‘tar sands’ oil. Where do urban protesters think we get the gasoline and diesel fuel sold at B.C. filling stations? Do they think it’s all made at the little Chevron refinery in Burnaby, the last remnant of refining capacity in Southern B.C.? We could use a serious debate about how B.C. handles petroleum. Instead, we see factually inaccurate claims promoted by U.S. interests to attack Canadian crude only. Our opposition politicians and media mostly just go along for the ride. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Gym owners say expansion plans will muscle out their business oversight then we don't need to explain that a publicly subsidized gym will kill our business faster than any terrible industrial accident to a major employer or poor business practice ever would." The letter was discussed by council, after Coun. Schienbein excused herself from the table citing a conflict of interest. "I think this letter expresses some valid concerns and after talking to council and village staff we are looking at the potential for a gym [in the area expansion] but we would be going to the public for their opinion and could possibly lease the space to a local business," Mayor Luke Strimbold said. Councillor John Illes said, "It is quite critical to have a gym included in the arena expansion. It is worth presenting the option [to lease space] to local businesses as we don't want to run the gym ourselves." Councillor Frank Varga expressed concerns about allowing a private business to operate from within a public facility. "What would the liabilities be?" he asked. Sheryl Worthing, chief administrative of-
ficer said the matter is as simple as writing up a lease agreement. "Lots of facilities do it with concessions and gyms. I have been in a lot of arenas that have concessions run
this way. They have their own insurance and WCB and they offer a fair market value for rent." Mayor Strimbold said he would like to offer a response to the own-
ers of the Lakes Fitness Centre. "We need to inform them that we will be going through a public engagement process and that we are interested in leasing out the space for
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Maintaining older forests is important to ecological diversity
Editor: Regarding Tom Fletcher's article “Forest Jobs won't wait for 2013” published in the Lakes District News edition of May 2, 2012. The whole point of the article is to promote jobs using confusing and bogus arguments that purposely downplay environmental and social values, especially old growth and wildlife corridors. Mr. Fletcher's premise that relaxing old growth management zones and wildlife corridors is not as drastic as it sounds given that those areas are already dead completely misses the point and importance of these zones. The purpose of old growth management zones and wildlife corridors is to try and maintain some diversity of forest structure within replanted forests (plantations).
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In our area forests do not get as old as on the coast but they do get older than the short rotations being managed in plantations. The need to maintain some portion of older forest, whether dead or alive, is extremely important to ecological diversity. Also, wildlife corridors provide the connectivity needed so that genetic material within the forest can be more easily distributed through plantations to islands of older forest, dead or alive. Older established economies like Sweden, Germany, Norway are all realizing that over centuries they have simplified their forests and lost much natural diversity and are now managing for more ecologically diverse forests. Mr. Fletcher also suggests subsidizing the harvest of dead trees and that this would support harvest
and hauling of healthy saw logs along with them. This may be the case but be reminded that harvesting of mature live trees and removal of dead trees in stands with a healthy understory of immature trees will seriously impact the recovery of our midterm timber supply, which is already in doubt due to the provinces inadequate forest inventory. Concrete steps need to be taken with good monitoring, to ensure that we have some trees left to harvest in 30 or 40 years. Yes, jobs are important. But lets us be more critical in our evaluation of the costs and benefits. The benefits are today, the costs will be with us for generations. Respectfully, Gunter Hoehne
We have to compete with cheap foreign labour Editor: Who would get the jobs if Northern Gateway gets approved? According to Pat Daniel, president and chief executive officer of Enbridge, the largest of China's statecontrolled oil companies, PetroChina, wants to build the Northern Gateway project and is considering purchasing an equity stake. They have made the point to us that they are very qualified in building pipelines and we will take that into con-
sideration when we are looking for contractors. Mr. Daniel said, "It's an open bid process. They are a very big organization, they build a lot of pipelines, and they would love to be involved." (Financial Post, March 28, 2012) Steven Harper's Conservatives are doing everything they can to facilitate this. Previous rules required foreign workers to receive the average wage paid to Canadian workers, but the new rules will allow employ-
ers to pay up to 15 per cent less. Canadians found it difficult to compete with low wage countries like China in the past, Canadian workers will now have to compete with cheap foreign labour right here in Canada. By 2011, there were some 300,111 temporary foreign workers of all kinds in Canada. Is this what Conservative voters had in mind when they gave Harper his majority? What are they going to tell their kids and
grandkids, when they ask them in 20 years why government turned Canada into a Chinese resource colony? And
when they want to know why their wages are so low? But we are fortunate in Canada to be able to elect our dicta-
tors, or to toss them out if we eventually come to our senses. Egon Rapp, Houston
The fire and shadows
Editor: For some it's the fire and shadows. For others, fast heat and quick pain. Two were gone in a heartbeat, yet 19 plus still remain. For three seconds, you live in a fireball, for three more a wrecked train. Babine was six seconds and a life time. Yet the seconds are faceted, cut diamond hard. For me this seems all too hollow, for like the numbness just before
stitches, I'd feel better if I could share some of the pain. I'll not let Babine be my nightmare, our families and friends deserve more. I use those two lines as a mantra. It works, but like wine, I am not sure. Our injured are slowly returning. One more only needs to come home. There's many ways to climb mountains, for each we must find our own. Ernie Nesbitt
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It has rained all night and now our front yard is a quagmire. It was drying up so well too. It’s good for the hay fields and the pastures, with a bit of heat things will really grow. Family visit It was the close of a special weekend for me and our family as our cousins spent four days visiting us from Nova Scotia. Marny Newlands, Sally Lamb and her husband John. It’s been many years since we have had such a wonderful visit. They left this morning at 5:30 a.m. by car to catch the plane in Prince George to go back home. My house is pretty lonely again. Just
me and the little dog Mandy. I only wish Jo could have been here to enjoy the visit and down in my heart I think she was. There were lots of old photos and lots of old stories all bringing back the old days. Spring fundraiser The Tweedsmuir Fiddlers hosted a spring coffee house at the Grassy Plains Hall on Apr. 28. It was to raise funds for the junior fiddlers. It was a great evening with so much entertainment with good music and lots of visiting. Admission was by donation and everyone was very generous. There was also a violin raffled. The cousins and I went out and enjoyed the fiddle music very much. There is a young group of fiddlers coming along and they were very good. It’s good to see the interest in music they are showing. Busy bees On Sunday there was a work bee at the Francois Lake Hall to demolish the old club house.
It’s been an eyesore for many years. It’s gone now and the grounds are so tidy and attractive. The old club house must be over 40 years old at a wild guess. It was built to hold meeting in as it was much easier to warm up as there was a big old wood heater inside. When there were picnics on the hall grounds the building was used as a kitchen as there were doors that opened along the sides to serve food. The old building did serve its purpose at one time. After the cleanup there was the most delicious potluck to celebrate the occasion. We live in a very caring and energetic district where everyone pulls together to make things happen. Our hall has been finished up and redecorated so it’s really something to be proud of and we are. It’s a pleasure to have such a modern and up to date building in our district. Now with the grounds cleaned up it
also adds to the outside appearance of the hall. Back in the early pioneer days community halls were the centre of the community. Every district had its own hall. They were used for funerals, weddings, meetings, dances and also church services were held there, and some halls were used for schools. Francois Lake was no exception. Real pioneers I have at hand a book written in memory of Johanna Colberg Henkel. Johanna was the grandmother to the Keefe family as she was known as grandma Henkel. She and her husband Jacob (Jake) Henkel were real pioneers of the Francois Lake area and had the welfare of the district at heart. In this book she mentioned the building of our present hall. Johanna was a very clever woman and she was more or less the one who spearheaded the building of the present
hall. Sam Long donated three acres of land, the hall on the West of the lot, the school on the East of the lot and the church on the South west of the parcel. The lumber was sawn by Frank Mathias whose mill was at Nicholson’s bay. The fir flooring was purchased with money from the farmers institute. The hall was opened to the public with a dance in March 1926. Most all the work was volunteer but workers were hired to put in the windows and doors. Upon the finishing of the hall the school building was started. That summer Johanna resigned as secretary treasurer. There have been many changes to the hall but the original building is the same. Strong and sturdy as ever and will be our community hall for many more years. The hall is now starting its 86 year of serving our community. This book I have quoted the
history of the hall from is a history book unto itself, it’s call Francois Lake Pioneers and it’s written about the lives of Johanna and Jake. I am very proud to be a part of this family. Washout Due to a washout on Hwy. 16 16 at Topley all the heavy truck traffic was rerouted over the Francois Lake ferry to the Southside and from there to go out by Nadina and then cut to meet up again onto Hwy. 35. This made a long run for the truckers. A number of trucks stayed over in Burns Lake until the highway was opened again for heavy trucks. Spring has sprung I do believe that our long awaited spring has come. The fields are greening up and most all of our birds are back. It’s a start of new life. Most all the ranchers are finished calving and it’s nice to drive by and see the little guys playing around. Deer Yesterday evening
there was a bunch of about 30 deer in the hay fields just past the hall corner. A warning to the traffic on that part of the highway as the deer are going back and forth between the hay fields. The last years fawns are the ones to watch for as they hide the ditches and then jump out to cross the highway. A little story A woman told her friend about her plans to visit Yellowstone National Park. “Don’t forget old faithful,” her friend said. “Oh, I won’t,” the lady replied, “He’s going with me.” A little story You know when you’re getting old when the gleam in your eyes is from the sun hitting you bifocals and you find your back goes out more than you do. Take care, slow down and enjoy the spring, it’s over soon so enjoy it while you can. I have seen 89 of them and each one gets better. Remember God loves you and so do I.
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an agreement with the ministry to contribute a maximum of $220,000 for the design and construction of concrete, asphalt and electrical work, including a Third Ave. emergency fire signal light that will be controlled by the Burns Lake Fire and Rescue department. They will also assume all responsibility for the landscaping work associated with phase one, including all medians and curb bulbs. Worthing said, "Landscaping costs have been budgeted for and will be completed by the public works crew in the spring of 2013." As reported in the Lakes District News edition of Feb. 1, 2012, phase one of the downtown revitalization project originally had a $948,000 price tag to fully implement, however due to cost sharing with the ministry this amount has now been reduced to $520,000. "Estimated costs have changed due to our partnership with the Ministry of Transportation and their willingness to complete portions of the phase one work as a component of their Hwy. 16 resurfacing project," Worthing said. Phase one upgrades will include installing left turn lanes at Third Ave. and Fifth Ave., adding curb bulbs with trees along the highway corridor to visually enhance the area while maintaining as much on street parking as possible, adding an emergency light at the intersection of Third Ave. and Hwy. 16, changing the traffic pattern where First Ave. meets Hwy. 16 and where Centre St. meets Hwy. 16 and adding and relocating crosswalk locations in front of Burns Lake Eye Care, New Leaf Cafe, the Beacon Theatre and College of New Caledo-
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heavy metal. "There will be a lot of the same issues in Prince George that we were faced with in Burns Lake. The site in Prince George is a lot more difficult to secure because it is more accessible. We will be putting the same level of staffing and energy into the Lakeland Mill investigation as we put into the Babine Forest Products investigation," Ellis added. Following that investigation, the family
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Family matters call Dr. Hill home Allan Hill retires after five years in Burns Lake
ALLAN HILL REBECCA BILLARD After five years working in Burns Lake and 42 years on the job, Dr. Alan Hill, chief of staff from the Buns Lake Medical Clinic said he is ready for the next chapter in his life. He recently made the decision to retire and has returned with his wife, to live in the U.K., but said he has many fond memories of Burns Lake to take with him. "I am really sorry to leave Burns Lake as I have made so many friends and acquaintances. The last five years have been an experience that I wouldn’t have changed for the world. I only wish that I had discovered the wonders of Burns Lake many years ago. What
a difference that might have made. The friendliness that was shown to my wife, Margaret and I has been unprecedented in our experience and we have appreciated this a great deal. It is said that you get out of life what you put into it and this is true in this community more than anywhere else." In August 2011, Dr. Hill returned to the U.K. for family reasons and he recently said to Lakes District News that putting his family first is something he must continue to do. "I have spent 42 years looking after others and it has been a great privilege to do so, but now it is time to accept that I am not as young as I was and that I should put my family first ... after the [family] events of last year in the U.K. I must do that." He said to Lakes District News that proceeds from his recent garage sale will be donated. "The sum realized was way beyond our expectations, so there is a donation on its way to the Canadian Cancer Society Lakes District Unit, with the balance going towards sponsoring our
late daughter Joanne's husband, Mark, who is looking for sponsorship for his climb of Mount Kilimanjaro in September 2012 in memory of Joanne, and in aid of the MacMillan Cancer charity in the UK." The other reason for leaving Burns Lake, Dr. Hill said, is that it is easier to burn out than he had realized. As reported in the Lakes District News of Jan. 11, 2012, Dr. Hill was Burns Lake's only permanent full time physician after others had retired or left the community. According to Northern Health's Dr. Susan MacDonald, Northern Interior medical director, two physicians that were recruited late last year to work in Burns Lake, still remain, with another physician set to arrive in Burns Lake from South Africa in the coming months. Dr. Loren Caira signed on to work in Burns Lake for a mini-
mum of three weeks of every month and Dr. Chris Annandale is working on a two week on two week off rotation, in conjunction with Dr. Michael Graetz. "Dr. Loren Caira and Dr. Chris Annandale are both very competent, as was proven during the Babine Forest Products tragedy," Dr. Hill said. Dr. Membo Kibonge will be arriving in Burns Lake in June with his wife and three children. "He will be taking over my practice," Dr. Hill said, adding that the chief of staff position will be appointed by Northern Health at a later date." According to Dr. MacDonald, Dr. Greg Norman is also working from time to time and there is between three and five locums working at the Burns Lake Medical Clinic and Lakes District Hospital emergency room on a regular basis. "We have been fully covered at the emergen-
cy room for quite some time now," Dr. MacDonald said. "Northern Health wishes Dr. Hill all the best in his well deserved retirement," she added. Dr. Hill said he was pleased to be in the community when the announcement for the new Lakes District Hospital was made. "A lot of people have put immense amounts of time and effort into this project to lobby politicians to make the dream come true." He feels a new hospital will make the task of recruiting more doctors to the community much easier, as well as making life better for current medical staff and the patients. "The next step is to return to on site food preparation [at the hospital] to make it perfect. I believe it is also cheaper to operate and uses local produce not to mention, tastes better. The new hospital More on page 14 ...
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ELECTION NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS OF LAKE BABINE NATION Date of Notice: April 30, 2012 The Lake Babine Nation is holding an election for the following ten (10) leadership positions: • One Chief • Two Tachet Councillors • Two Fort Babine Councillors • One Old Fort Councillor • Four Woyenne Councillors Key dates and Election activities are as follows: • June 4, 2012: Nomination Meetings at Woyenne’s Margaret Patrick Memorial Centre from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At the Fort Babine Health Clinic from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and at Tachet Community Hall from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • June 11, 2012: All Nominees must sign and ďŹ le their form to signify their intent to allow their names to appear on ballots. The deadline for ďŹ ling is on or before June 11, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. If Nominees fail to ďŹ le by 4:30 p.m. on June 11, 2012, their name shall not appear on the ballot. • June 11, 2012: The Fort Babine Councillor Candidates and the LBN Chief Candidates meet for the all candidates forum starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Fort Babine Interpretive Centre. • June 12, 2012: The Tachet and Old Fort Councillor Candidates and the LBN Chief Candidates meet for the all candidates forum starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Tachet Community Hall. • June 13, 2012: The Woyenne and Old Fort Councillor Candidates and the LBN Chief Candidates meet for the all candidates forum starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Margaret Patrick Community Centre. • June 18, 2012: Advance Polls in the following locations: Fort Babine (Health Clinic); Tachet (Health Clinic) and Woyenne (Margaret Patrick Memorial Centre). The time for the advance poll voting is from 12 noon until 8:00 p.m. • June 28, 2012: General Election with polling stations in the following locations: Fort Babine (Health Clinic); Tachet (Health Clinic); Woyenne (Margaret Patrick Memorial Centre); Smithers (Dzel Kant Friendship Centre)3953 3RD Ave. Smithers; Prince George (Prince George Native Friendship Centre)1600 3rd Ave Prince George; and Vancouver (Vancouver Native Friendship Centre)1607 E Hastings St. Vancouver. The time for the voting is 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. • June 29, 2012: LBN Chief and Council Elect sworn into ofďŹ ce. All Lake Babine Nation members participating in this election as candidates or as voters should bring their status cards with them to any election meeting they attend, as well as to the Polling Stations on Election Day. The LBN Voters List will be available for viewing only at the LBN administration ofďŹ ce and at polling stations. Copies of this list will not be distributed to members. For further information please contact the following persons: Loreen Suhr Electoral OfďŹ cer (250) 964-1016 • Fax: (250) 964-9604 Email: loreensuhr@telus.net Ruby Adam (inquiries about the Voters List) LBN Membership Clerk (250) 692-4700 • 1-888-692-3214
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REBECCA BILLARD The Lakes Outdoor Recreation Society (LORS) is once again in desperate need of a funding source to enable them to continue to maintain 28 local recreation sites, nine trails and two provincial parks. LORS president Lynne Synotte said to Lakes District News that Comfor Management Services Ltd. (CMSL) has indicated it is prepared to consider providing financial assistance to LORS for the next three years, but have also encouraged the society to continue to pursue other avenues of funding. Synotte said LORS needs approximately $45,000 per year to maintain the local recreation sites and trails. "We have received $10,000 from Recreation Sites and Trails B.C. and that's all so far," she said. According to Synotte, CMSL has allotted 20 hours of Burns Lake Community Forest (BLComfor) general manager, Dawn Stronstad's time to assist with the coordination of the LORS maintenance contract. "BLComfor has assisted us financially and with staff time since 1992," Synotte said.
In a bid to help the society gain the further $35,000 needed to cover expenses this year, Synotte wrote a letter to Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad expressing the importance of the recreation sites and trails to local residents and visitors. "The LORS board of directors has taken their responsibilities very seriously. Despite financial challenges we have managed to keep these popular recreation sites and trails open and in good condition, largely because we recognize their economic, social and recreational value to our community," Synotte said. All of the area's recreation facilities are accessible to members of the public free of charge and conservative estimates suggest that as many as 2,500 people utilized the region’s recreation sites and trails in 2011. "Use of these facilities contributes an estimated $250,000 to the local economy each year," she said. LORS has three years left on the five year agreement the society signed with the province to maintain the sites. "We will continue to pursue funding to keep these recreation sites and trails open for the duration of that contract and we will discuss renegotiating the contract
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tion he has suggested that would solve the problem of funding recreation sites and trails is to mine the Windy Craggy site in B.C.'s Northwest. "I know that this is probably a very controversial subject, but the area is a very rich [copper-cobalt] mineral deposit and if the government sold this land, the
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WHILE IT IS A BEAUTIFUL VALLEY AND A GRIZZLY BEAR HABITAT, IT MAY BE WORTH US TAKING A FEW SQUARE KILOMETRES FOR A MINE IN THAT AREA. ing at gaming grants," he said. Rustad said, "While the $35,000 the society is asking for doesn't sound like a lot, when it is compounded around the province, it is a significant amount and the government is facing has challenges in funding education and health care. It all adds up." Rustad said one solu-
proceeds could be put into a trust and used to fund and maintain recreation sites and trails for many generations to come," he said. Windy Craggy, or Ta t s h e n s h i n i - A l s e k Provincial Wilderness Park is a 9,580 square kilometre park located in the Northwest corner of B.C. The park borders British Columbia,
Yukon Territory and Alaska. It was established in 1993 after an intensive campaign by Canadian and American conservation organizations to halt mining exploration and development and protect the area. Rustad said, "The area is very remote and I doubt that more than 100 people have visited." "It is a very rich resource and while it is a beautiful valley and is a grizzly bear habitat ... it may be worth us taking a few square kilometres for a mine in that area." Rustad said that much of government's funding is derived from economic activity on the land base. "I know this is a controversial suggestion, but it would solve the issue of funding recreation sites and trails ... it is a trade off," he added. For more information on Tatshenshini-Alsek Provincial Wilderness Park go to www.env. gov.bc.ca/bcparks.
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ongoing stakeholder obtaining necessary or permits, More information can bemeetings, found at www.mineralsnorth.ca you can ask assessments and First Nations advisory, toAssociation review inarchaeological person by stopping into the Lakes Economic Development and evaluate (LEDA) office. the project to best utilize the area and trail quality.
The Minerals Northto 2012 committee would like to offer locals the LEDA is pleased announce that Darwin Zimmer has business been unique opportunity of participating tradeshow being held May 23 – hired as the Project Supervisor in forathe South Burns Lakeon Trail 25, 2012. Darwin will be responsible for the hiring of all the crews, Project. overseeing all ficomponents of the project reporting to LEDA’s Where do locals t? There are numerous possibleand ways to enjoy the Minerals BoardTradeshow. of Directors. North The first would be to mark your calendars and be sure to attend! For information regarding this exciting community initiative, please contact Shelford, Economic Officer. We would love toCindy have as much local supportDevelopment as possible! Second, if you were interested in being a sponsor for the event, we would be more than happy to send you a sponsorship package. Lakes Economic Development Association (LEDA), Innovation Place Lakes Economic Development Association (LEDA) 586 Hwy 16, Box 808 Burns Lake, BC Ph: 250/692-3700 Fa: 250/692-3701 540 Hwy. 16 West, Box 808, Burns Lake BC Ph: 250/692-3700 Fax: 250-692-3701 Email : edo@lakesdistrict.com OR info@lakesdistrict.com
Email: cindy.shelford@lakesdistrict.com OR info@lakesdistrict.com
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HOUSEWARE DEPARTMENT 567-4406 WE HAVE A LARGE SELECTION OF SMALL APPLIANCES. All small appliances have a 1 year over the counter replacement warranty.
GAS BAR/C-STORE 567-4486 SUMMER HOURS: Monday - Sunday 6am-9pm INSIDE LANE FULL SERVICE OUTSIDE LANE 24 HOUR SMALL VEHICLE CARDLOCK Clear and Dyed Gas, Clear and Dyed Diesel & Propane We have a large selection of sandwiches, subs, pastries, cold drinks, Kool-aid slushies, specialty coffee, cappuccino, snacks and automotive accessories. Come in and pick up your Co-op Coffee Card Buy 5 cups of coffee and receive the 6th cup FREE.
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Featuring the spirit of the local people Tumbleweeds and roses; a journey down memory lane Leona Nicholas publishes her family history dating back to the 1800s REBECCA BILLARD The more research local resident Leona Nicholas did into her family history, the more intrigued she became. What started out as general interest, turned into a 211 page book titled, "Tumbleweeds and Roses' documenting the histories of the Nicholas and Davis families. Leona said much of the information in her book has come from family stories that were passed down from her parents, grandparents, her late husband Harold [Nicholas] and his father Bert. Leona also had help compiling the information for her book from her friend Lynda Kemp. The two met in Camino del Mar in Melaque, Mexico and swapped stories of their family's histories. Intrigued by the stories, Lynda later sent a binder filled with empty paper and a title page that said 'the histories of the Davis and Nicholas families' so the tales could be kept for the grandchildren. "This turned out to be a much bigger project that either of us expected," said Leona adding that she eventually decided to publish her story for everyone
to read. She said to Lakes District News that she would write down her stories and send them to Lynda, who would then enter them into her computer. "It was a journey down memory lane for me as I went through all of my old photos," Leona said. The book took approximately four years to write. "I started the book when my husband became ill ... he passed away in 2009," she said. Leona's family relocated between the U.S. and Canada countless times during her childhood. "We had an unconventional childhood, life with my father was never dull. He was always looking for the greener grass on the other side of the fence," she said. Her father, Ike Davis grew up in the small town of Pueblo, Colorado however as a young man he travelled to San Diego, joining the U.S. Navy and became a cook, but excelled at a baseball player on the Navy's team. After leaving the Navy, he joined the San Diego Fire Department where again he was chosen to play baseball on their team.
(L-R) Leona Davis (Nicholas), 1948, and her father, Ike Davis who played in major league baseball for three seasons.
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Ike Davis was always looking for the greener grass on the other side of the fence, and he found it at Marilla. Soon after, at the age played for three season from professional baseof 22, Ike began a pro- in total on two differ- ball they settled in Fort fessional baseball ca- ent teams, one year St. John, then relocated reer with the Wichita with the Senators and to Alaska, Bakersfield, Witches in 1917. in 1924 he went to the Santa Ana, San FranLeona said, "His Chicago White Sox and cisco and many other major league baseball played with them for places in between. career started with the two years." During 1947, the Washington Senators On Feb. 8, 1930 Ike family travelled back to on April 23, 1919 when married Margaret Gra- Canada. he was 24 years old. He ham and after he retired "Like tumbleweeds,
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we were here today and gone with the wind tomorrow," Leona said. "We stopped in at the immigration office in Prince George asking about available property and the area around Ootsa Lake was suggested to my father as he was told the land would suit all of his needs. Once we arrived, it was love at first sight and my father purchased a property at Marilla," she said. During 1940s Leona said Burns Lake was still a pioneer town, with board sidewalks and a single water pump on the main street for locals to fill up their water containers. "Mom and dad continued on to Francois Lake where there was a small ferry that operated until the lake froze over. After freeze up, the only options were to travel the frozen ice or tackle the trail leading around the head of Francois Lake." Nicholas met her husband [Harold Nicholas] in 1950 and she said at that time he was in the rose growing business in Seattle, but they made Ootsa Lake their home. According to Leona, one of the hardest things she had to do was leave her home during the flooding of Ootsa Lake by Rio Tinto Alcan on
April 21, 1952. "We loved it there. We were footloose and fancy free," she said. "A representative from Rio Tinto Alcan came to our home and told us the flooding was going to happen .... when the lake was flooded we lost our home ... it was really sad because my husband had done a wonderful job of remodeling and he had put plumbing and electricity into our home. At that time we were one of the few homes with inside plumbing," she said. After the flooding, Leona said she and her husband camped at a spot she refers to as 'little bear lake.' "The actual name is Chief Louie Arm," she said. They eventually purchased another Ootsa Lake property, running a cattle ranch and lived there until last fall. "The kids moved me into town because after my husband passed away they were worried about me living at the ranch," she said. "So many years and so many wondrous memories ....there was never any regrets," she added. Copies of Tumbleweeds and Roses can be purchased from Health and Order.
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Mother’s Day
Express your love and appreciation for your mother with flowers! SPECIAL HOURS:
Open until 5:00pm on Saturday and 11:00am - 3:00pm on Sunday
SEASON KICK OFF
Give Us a Call - We Deliver
Sunshine greeted the scores of eager soccer players and enthusiastic coaches for the start of the Burns Lake Youth Soccer Club's season kick off last week. Soccer training is held at the Lakes District Secondary School fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Rebecca Billard photo
DRINKING WATER WEEK
416 Government Street, Burns Lake 250-692-2395 Toll Free 1-877-692-2395 Open Monday thru Friday: 10 am - 5 pm • Saturday: 10 am - 3 pm See our new website: www.burnslakeflowers.ca
Here in BC we often take our tap water for granted, but it is a finite resource that we should value and protect.
MAY 13-19
We need to value our drinking water methods in your area. We invite you to get involved and learn more about your water. Start by taking the Community Water Challenge and pledge to be water wise. By incorporating practical actions into our daily routines, we can make a difference. Visit www.drinkingwaterweek.org to find out about Drinking Water Week events in your area, and to download activities and educational resources provided by BC Water & Waste Association.
Are you water wise? Take the Community Water Challenge and enter to win an exciting water-themed getaway courtesy of the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel and Helijet! It’s simple – just pledge to take one of the water wise actions below. Make your pledge at:
drinkingwaterweek.org/challenge Be Water Wise: N Limit your shower time to 5 minutes per day. N Install a low-flow fixture or appliance. Look for the WaterSense label on retail shelves across BC. N Return unused or expired medications to the pharmacy for proper disposal. N Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth, shaving and doing dishes. N Dispose of household wastes such as cleaners, paints and grease responsibly, instead of putting them down your sink or toilet.
True and False: Test your water knowledge – take the quiz!
Did You Know?
1. British Columbians use more water than other Canadians.
T__ F__
2. Fats, oils and grease may be properly disposed of down drains or toilets.
T__ F__
3. The best way to achieve a healthy lawn is by watering lightly several times a week.
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ANSWERS: 1.True: British Columbians use an average of 426 litres of water per day; the average Canadian uses 329 litres of water per day (nearly double what Europeans use!)* 2. False: Never put fats, oils or grease down the drain - when these substances enter our wastewater they can clog pipes and deplete oxygen in the aquatic environment. 3. False: Watering your lawn thoroughly once per week rather than lightly at a greater frequency will strengthen the roots and promote a greener, healthier lawn.
asks you to “Get to know When you turn on your tap your H2O.” Think about the and clean, safe water comes impact of your everyday acout, do you ever wonder how tions and how a few simple it got there or what happens changes really can make a when it goes down the drain? difference. Or why you should care? Have you thought about “It is often said that the how much water you can ability to provide clean save by drinking walimiting ter and treat your shower sewage is the time to five greatest conminutes, or tribution to by turning off public health the tap while our world has brushing seen,” says your teeth? Daisy Foster, How about CEO of BC by reducing Water & lawn waterWaste Association. “Yet, drinkingwaterweek.org ing or raising the level of in our part of your lawn the world, we mower blade to cut down on take for granted that we can evaporation? simply turn on the tap and Did you know that what we clean water gushes out. We put down our sink or toilet forget that we use that same can have a serious impact treated water to hose down on fish and the aquatic our driveways and water our environment? Detergents, lawns. We flush our toilets medications, and many other and away it goes along with household products end whatever we put down there.” up at wastewater treatment She adds, “We make the plants where special processeffort to turn out lights to es are required to minimize conserve energy, yet we the impact on the receiving don’t make the connection waters. Fats, oils and grease between energy and water that we put down our drains use. Many of us are unaware can often cause blockages in of the energy that is used to sewer lines resulting in costly treat and distribute water.” repairs. During Drinking During Drinking Water Week, May 13 – 19, 2012, BC Water Week, take the time to Water & Waste Association find out about safer disposal
Take the challenge and WIN!
N 26% of British Columbians have no idea where the water that flows from their tap comes from.* N The average Canadian uses 329 litres of water per day. However, the average Canadian thinks they only use 132 litres per day.* N We use up to 50% more water in the summertime when people are watering their lawns and gardens.** *2011 Canadian Water Attitudes Study, commissioned by RBC and Unilever Canada **BC Stats 2009
For more water wise tips and ‘Did You Knows’, and to download educational ducatio activities for your home or classroom, visit www.drinkingwaterweek.org.
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Dr. Hill heads back to the U.K.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
AIR BRAKES COURSE
Now Open!
B.V. Driving School Ltd.
is offering an air brakes course in Houston on
Broman Lake Greenhouses
Friday (evening) May 25th, Saturday, May 26th & Sunday, May 27th, 2012. Anyone interested in taking the course or wants more information about the air brakes course, please call
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From page 9 ... will be higher in elevation than the present one so the views from the patient rooms will be even better than they are now." He said the only regret he has is having to leave Burns Lake and while he was here, not having enough spare time to spend experiencing all things Canadian. He said he would have liked to try curling after watching a few games, but would pass on playing hockey. "It's too dangerous for me, although I have discovered it as a spectator sport. I will miss the friendly people, the wail of the trains approaching the crossing, the homemade jams from the farmer's market exposing us to flavours of which we had never heard tasted before, such as Saskatoon and Huckleberry, the beautiful countryside, the freezing and thawing of the lakes and the winter temperatures.” “There is of course, many more things such as treating a teenager who had been run down by a four foot snowball during my first winter in Burns Lake and the enormous breadth of medical ailments that I had never seen before .... or even heard of." "It's sad to be leaving the home that we have created here in Canada. “We have had a wonderful time and we leave with many fond memories.” These we will take back to our own Lakes District, near where we live in England a mere 90 minutes drive over the Pennine range of hills from our home," he added.
Canadians are living longer and costs for the Old Age Security (OAS) are rising. On April 1, 2023 the Government of Canada plans to start raising the age of eligibility for OAS and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) from 65 to 67.*
What does this mean for you? 54 or older as of March 31, 2012
You may still obtain OAS/GIS at age 65
53 or younger as of March 31, 2012
The age of eligibility for OAS/GIS will change gradually between 2023 and 2029
Starting in July 2013, Canadians who are eligible for, but not yet receiving OAS will have the flexibility to delay receiving it in exchange for a higher monthly amount at a later date.
The number of working-age Canadians for every senior is decreasing** 6 5
The number of working-age Canadians per senior is decreasing, placing additional pressure on the OAS program.
4 3 2 1 0 1990
2012
2030
**Source: 9th Actuarial Report on the Old Age Security Program
For a free brochure or more information visit www.ServiceCanada.gc.ca/retirement or call 1 800 O-Canada (TTY 1-800-926-9105) *Subject to parliamentary approval
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
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REC CORNER Upcoming Events: Lakes District Maintenance presents
“There’s Gold In Burns Lake” Minerals North 2012 Geocaching event. For more details: Village of Burns Lake office (15 3rd Ave, Burns Lake) www.burnslake.ca www.facebook.ca/VillageRecreation www.geocaching.com www.facebook.com/mineralnorth2012 There will be 5 geocache sites around the Village of Burns Lake
Western league With a 4-3 win on Sunday, the Portland Winter Hawks have put the Edmonton Oil Kings 2-1 behind in the Western Hockey League final.
BALL FIELD UPGRADES Members of the Key'ikh Wele'ats'in'eh Society accepted a final installment cheque in the amount of $12,755 from directors of the Nechako Kitimaat Development Fund Society recently. The funds go towards improvements including a new concession, stands, dug outs and a new fence at the Dennis Alec Memorial Ball Field. Rebecca Billard photo
School soccer season ramps up
Many prizes...including an
IPAD 3 & a 40 inch Samsung LED TV !!! GET READY TO HAVE SOME FUN!!! SPRING HAS SPRUNG!!
Moree Up-Coming Up-Coming P Programs... Program r Skate Night Sessions (Ages 10 to 18)
Free Skateboarding After School Program Starting mid May at the Tom Forsyth Arena Come with friends to learn how to skate or to have fun. Please post music requests to www.facebook.com/VillageRecreation to have you favourite music to listen too at the arena. There are a total of 28 ramps to learn and improve your skills with.
Up to 10 Skateboards and helmets will be provided! Rayz Boardshop and Village Recreation have partnered to create a incentive program for attendance levels (Free Helmet and Pro Deck). This program has been made possible by the Province of BC and Rayz Boardshop
Field hockey
Ball Hockey League contact the Village office for more info
The University of Victoria is set to host Canada vs. U.S. field hockey games May 22 - 23.
Summer is approaching and Village Recreation is gearing up with a summer full of camps. Here is a snap shot of what will be available this summer:
• Xplorer SportZ Camp
The Lakes District Secondary School (LDSS) junior and senior soccer teams played their first home games of the season against Fraser Lake Secondary School recently. The LDSS junior team had many chances but some bad bounces and near misses left the final score a closely fought 2-1 loss. The LDSS senior team also lost with a similar score. The teams played through some chill winds coming off the still frozen lake but despite the cold, the smiles on their faces and the brave fans on the sidelines showed just how popular soccer is in Burns Lake. With the strike action of the teachers, the LDSS team is being coached by community members Noel Fairley and Pat Brochez and regional games have been organized. Rebecca Billard photo
(Ages 10 to 13 and Ages 6 to 9) • CanoeKids Camp (Ages 9 to 13)
• Run, Jump Throw Camp (Ages 10 to 12 and Ages 6 to 9)
VILLAGE RECREATION SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Please visit our website and the Village Recreation Facebook page for job descriptions for the following positions; Program Leaders and Rental Shack Assistant.
Hi Everyone
Skate sessions A free skateboarding after school program starts this month at the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena.
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Score Board BURNS LAKE DART CLUB: May 1
Team 1: Couldn’t Care Less: 5 Team 2: “G” Thinkers: Skunk Team 3: Mr. To Be!: 2 Team 4: Nickel Up: 3 Team 5: Allan’s Beauties: 4 Team 6: The Weeping Angels: 4 Team 7: Gail & The Lads: 5
DECKER LAKE WHIST: May 2
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Planting seeds of emotional wellness workshop will be held on May 15 from 1:30 p.m. at Muriel Mould Neighbourhood of Learning Centre. Seeds, soil and pots provided.
would also cover an adults-only lounge adjacent to the theatre. Other theatres that have live shows will be able to take part in film festivals without having to close their bar or apply for a new licence. “People are trying to save the older theatres,
where it’s just a singlescreen operation, and trying to have two types of business in order to basically survive and make those older traditional heritage-type theatres work,” Coleman said. Ontario, Alberta and Manitoba already have
TOM FLETCHER Time to mark your calendar for
The B.C. government has created a new liquor licence that allows theatres to serve alcohol during movie showings. Rich Coleman, the cabinet minister responsible for B.C. liquor and gambling policy, says the change will get rid of red tape for theatres that could get a licence to serve alcohol for live events, but couldn’t show movies in the same place. The new licence will allow theatres to serve drinks in the lobby, but patrons won’t be able to take drinks to their movie seat unless the room is adults only. Coleman said unlike the stands at a hockey game or out in a well-lit lobby, it’s difficult for operators to see if minors are sneaking drinks in. A multiplex cinema now has the option of designating one theatre for adults only and serving drinks, an approach that has caught on in other jurisdictions along with larger seats and tables. The licence
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Nove Voce Choral society is proud to present songs from around the world in:
Beer with your popcorn?
Lakes District Rock and Gem Club will meet May 10 at 7 p.m. at CNC.
23 - 3rd Ave. Burns Lake, BC
LAKES DISTRICT
SPRING TRADITION
Rock hounds
Team 8: ____Happens!: 6 Team 9: DIG: 8 Team 10: The Babes & the Blind: Bye Team 11: Edmund’s Angels: 3 Men’s High Score: Ray 106, Dave 113, Mike 100, Edmund 134, 2x100 Ladies High Score: Tanya 100, Carolyn 133
Men’s 2nd: Cecile Phillips 138 Women’s 1st: Shirley Bett 148 Low Score: Doris Jean 106 Women’s 2nd: Sadie Dyck 141 Men’s 1st: George MacLeod 139 Door Prize: Joe Petryshen Thanks to all for coming - see you next season
The Lakes District Community Choir, joined with several local residents and the Southside Chambermaids for their annual spring concert last weekend. The concert, 'Folk Songs Throughout the Ages, from the Renaissance to the present' featured Swedish, English, French Canadian, Italian and German folk songs. Rebecca Billard photo
New liquor license will allow movie theatres to serve alcohol
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Ootsa Lake Bible Camp Full Week Program: (from 4:00pm Sunday to 4:00pm Friday) Week #1: July 8-13 • Ages 7-10 • Boys & Girls Camp NEW Week #2: July 15-20 • Ages 8-12 • Junior Girls Camp NEW Week #3: July 22-27 • Ages 8-12 • Junior Boys Camp Week #4: July 29-Aug. 3 • Ages 11-13 • Youth Teens Camp NEW Week #5: Aug. 5-10 • Ages 11-14 • Young Teens Sport Camp Week #6: Aug. 12-17 • Ages 14-18 • Teen Camp
Application forms will be out soon!
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A barking good time
Support group A free parent’s support group will be held May 24, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Muriel Mould Neighbourhood Learning Centre.
Warming up Temperatures in the local area are expected to steadily increase over the next week with a high of 14 degrees Celsius predicted for the weekend. Next weekend a high of 16 degrees is expected both days.
BURNS LAKE FIGURE SKATING CLUB
Annual General Meeting Thursday, May 10th, 2012 6:30pm @ CNC Everyone Welcome! Door prize: ½ off next year’s registration - must be in attendance to qualify
ATTENTION
LDSS Class of 1992 Our 20 year reunion will be held at
Noralee Resort Aug. 3-6, 2012. Please contact the resort directly for reservations. For more info email Tracey at ldssgrad92@gmail.com
Attention: Friends and Family of
Jeanne Olson The Lakes District Kennel Club's dog show was held at the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena last weekend. The three day event brought dogs and their owners from across B.C. and Alberta to town. Top (L-R) English toy spaniels; Chuck Norris, Cindy Louhuhhwo, Good Time Charlie from Whitecourt, Shetland sheepdog Fleur from Smithers. Bottom (L-R) English bulldog Jackson, Fort Rebecca Billard photos St. John and 14 year old Shetland Sheepdog Rob Roy, Smithers.
You are invited to come and help us celebrate
Jeanne’s 85th Birthday Saturday, May 12, 2012 12:00 – 3:00 pm At the Legion Branch 50
Vandals damage track washrooms REBECCA BILLARD Locals using the Lakes District Secondary School track and field, will not be able to access the washrooms until they are repaired later this year. Stephanie Beerling, Village of Burns Lake director of corporate services said the washrooms are on School District 91 property but are maintained by the Village of Burns Lake. "The washroom doors were propped open and the heat controls were tampered with, which unfortunately caused the water lines to freeze and then burst," she said. The damage was discovered in late January and Beerling estimates the cost to repair the dame will be in excess of $4,800. St. Sgt. Grant MacDonald, from the Burns Lake RCMP detachment said the incident was not reported to the RCMP. He said, "Unfortunately the washrooms were built with law abiding citizens in mind as the doors are facing into the field so the vandalism went unnoticed over winter." Pat Brochez, from the Burns Lake Youth Soc-
cer Club said it is an inconvenience to both visiting teams and locals
during soccer season. He said the club is now trying to raise funds to
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Farmer’s Market Every Saturday from 9:00am-3:00pm
May 12th @ 1pm I am shaving my head for the BC Cancer Research & Treatment foundation. The money will be staying in the north so that will help those in our community. Also donating my hair to “locks of love.” I am a registered nurse at the Burns Lake hospital. For donations and a tax reciept: http:// bccancerfoundation.com/events/moeshaves-head-cancer. Email: msvehla@ xplornet.ca. Looking forward to taking donations on Saturday at the lakeview mall.
Lots of goodies to buy... crafts, comforts, throw rugs, baked goods, canned goods, jams & jellies, woolen sweaters, socks & bags For more info or table rental call 250-692-9799
Student Special includes snack box & medium drink
Lakes District Rock & Gem Club meeting May 10 @ 7pm, rm 109 at CNC. New members welcome, rockhounding trips will be planned. More info. 250-692-7458 or 250-692-7243.
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Food Bank Summer Hours - Open 1st & 3rd Tues. of each month: June Aug.: 11am - 1pm. 3rd Ave & Hwy 16 (downstairs at the back) Please note: open every Tues. in May only, 2 times per household for May only.
Planting Seeds of Emotional Wellness workshop May 15, 1:30-3pm at Rm #113 Muriel Mould Neighborhood of Learning Centre. The seeds, soil, pots, helpful handouts and snacks will be provided. Info: Heather at 250-6927500.
Affected by Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and/or Chemical Addictions, including family members and close friends. Next teleconference meeting (Mental Health & Addictions Advisory Committee) on May 10, 1:30-3pm, at the Hospital Conference Room. Heather: 250-692-7500.
Some young people are harming themselves. Parents & Caregivers are welcome to attend the media-site viewing of Self Harm in Young People. Presented by: The F.O.R.C.E. Society for Kids’ Mental Health. May 9, 7–8pm Rm #113, Muriel Mould School. Heather: 250-692-7500. Parent’s support group provides a confidential and caring environment to share experiences and knowledge with other parents. May 24, 12noon-1pm, rm 113, Muriel Mould School. Bring a lunch, refreshments will be provided. Heather 250-692-7500. Health Day for kindergarten students entering Fall 2012. May 9, & 10, Burns Lake Health Unit. Hearing, vision, dental, nutrition, immunization info. 250-692-2460 Southside Health & Wellness Centre: May 2012: Chair Yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10-11am. Foot Care May 10, 17, 24. May 16 Seeds of Wellness work shop. May 10, 17, 31 Andrea Thom on site. May 9, 16, 23 & 30 Kiwani on site in afternoon. May 11 - 28 NP all day by appt. More info call (250) 694-3270. Month of May is Hemochromatosis Awareness www.toomuchiron.ca for more info.
Church Directory Lakes District & Area OLD LANDMARKS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP At Muriel Mould Primary School
SUNDAY, 10:30 AM Contact: Roland & Lisa Cataford 250-692-9196 ~Everyone Welcome ~
Island Gospel Fellowship Gerow Island, Highway 35 Sunday School for all ages begins @ 9:15 am
Worship Service begins @ 10:30 am
MOVING?
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Irish mother of gods 5. Provides weapons 10. Hyperbolic cosecant 14. Kilt nationality 15. Mexican artist Rivera 16. Circle of light around the sun 17. What a clock tells 18. To condescend to give 19. Chocolate cookie with white cream filling 20. Harry Potter star 23. Without (French) 24. A dissolute man 25. Resecure a book 28. Blanketlike shawl 32. Opaque gem 33. Biblical name for Syria 34. Mail call box abbreviation 35. Mined metal-bearing mineral 36. Mild yellow Dutch cheese 38. After a prayer 39. Baseball’s world championship 42. Knights’ tunic 44. Small pigeon shelter 46. Meredith, Johnson & Shula 47. 20th U.S. President
53. Pitcher Hershiser 54. Sans _____: typeface 55. High water tide 57. Sew up a falcon’s eyelids 58. Mexican plant fiber 59. Taxis 60. Fermented rice beverage 61. A mode of living 62. Formerly (archaic) CLUES DOWN 1. Fall back time 2. Has a sour taste 3. Gangrenous inflammation 4. Spoon or fork 5. What is added to the augend 6. Cambodian monetary units 7. Golda __, Israeli P. M. 8. “Walk Don’t Run” actress Samantha 9. Often the last movements of a sonata 10. Contaminated water disease 11. Indian dress 12. Musical pitch symbol 13. Horse foot sheath 21. 007’s Flemming 22. A billiards stick
Grassy Plains Gospel Church Sunday Service: 10:45 am
25. Catches with a lasso 26. 3rd part of a Greek ode 27. Elephant’s name 29. Distinctive odor that is pleasant 30. A small sharp fruit knife 31. Improve by critical ediiting 37. Droplet in a colloidal system 38. Failure to be present 40. Winged goddess of the dawn 41. Static balance between opposing forces 42. Treacle candy 43. Black tropical American cuckoo 45. Discharge from the body 46. Training by multiple repetitions 47. A Chinese image in a shrine 48. Length X width 49. Mild and submissive 50. Affectedly artistic 51. Tragic Shakespeare king 52. Taps gently 56. Time in far western states
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Call Branislav 250-692-1812 The newly renovated
Omineca Ski Club Day Lodge IS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL for meetings, conferences and events. With a brand new kitchen featuring two stoves as well as dishes and utensils for up to 120 guests, the lodge is a great spot to host your next event or get together.
To book a rental: please contact Terri Dickson at (250) 695-6684, (250) 692-6684 (cell), or work at 1-877-695-6635. Email: tdickson@telus.net website: www.ominecaskiclub.com
Sunday 10:00AM
~ Everyone Welcome ~
ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH
Burns Lake Community Church
136 - 4th Avenue, Burns Lake
(a Calvary Chapel)
FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH
Sunday Worship 10:30am
Meeting on Sunday’s at Decker Lake Elementary School @ 10:30 a.m.
Kerr Road, Burns Lake Church Service at 10:30 am Sunday School at 9:15 am for all ages, Youth Group Fridays 7-9 pm
Contact John Neufeld - 250-692-7949
250-692-3259
LAKES DISTRICT
Complete Commercial/Residential/ Industrial Janitorial Service
248 - 3rd Avenue, Phone: 250-692-3568
Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m.
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Ministry led by lay leaders Phone 250-692-7202
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Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551
ALL ARE WELCOME
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THE CHURCH OF OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
President Lambert 694-3748 Hwy 35 & Francois Lake 250-6956316 Everyone Welcome
Burns Lake
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 724 Babine Lake Road
Sunday Services: 10:30 am Celebrating the Love of God Pastor Henry Washington 250-692-7464
DECKER LAKE MENNONITE CHURCH Sunday Morning Services: Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Services: 10:30 a.m. Pastors - Ken Dyck 250-698-7629 David S. Burkholder 250-692-7057 Everyone Welcome Hwy 16, Decker Lake
Seventh Day Adventist Church Group Meets Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. at the United Church on Centre Street.
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In Memoriam Gifts ALL FUNDS DONATED to the Burns Lake Health Care Auxiliary are used to provide financial support, equipment plus comfort and care for patients in our hospital, the Pines and all other community healthcare services. Mail a donation on behalf of yourself or a loved one to: B.L. Health Care Aux. Box 812 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 A tax deductible receipt will be issued
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Lost & Found Information ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking that’s your business - if you want to quit drinking that’s our business. Burns Lake Meetings: Tuesday 7:30 pm Catholic Church, Saturday 7:30 pm Catholic Church. For information or transportation call (250) 692-6867 / (250) 6987325 / (778) 669-0070 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking. Anyone needing information on Alzheimer’s please call 1866-564-7533 Burns Lake RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9a.m. to 4p.m. (250) 692-3010 FOOD BANK distribution days are every Tuesday. Clients come at 11am and it closes at 1pm. The Lakes District Food Bank continues to operate due to the outstanding generosity of the community. If you would like to make a donation and receive a tax deductible receipt, please mail your donation to: Lakes District Food Bank, Box 777, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0. LOCAL HOSPICE Services are available by contacting the Hospice Coordinator at (250) 692-2448. The Hospice office, located in the Lakes District Hospital, is open every Thurs. from 10am - 4pm. A lending library of videos, books and information on bereavement is available. Please make donations to the local hospice and palliative care program payable to the Burns Lake Hospice Program, Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1EO PLANNING a wedding or anniversary party? Looking for plastic flowers for decorations. Call OPTIONS at Nourse House 9am- 3pm Mon. to Fri. Francois Lake Drive. Operated by residents of 8th Avenue Group Home. (250) 692-7845
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MOUNTAIN MECHANICAL SERVICES IN SPARWOOD B.C. CURRENTLY HAS AN OPENING FOR A CERTIFIED HEAVY-DUTY OR COMMERICAL TRANSPORT TECHNICIAN, ALSO HAVE A OPENING FOR A CERTIFIED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN WOULD ALSO ACCEPT A 3RD OR 4TH YEAR APPRENTICE IN EITHER TRADE PLEASE FAX OR EMAIL RESUMES TO ATT: BOB AT B N I C. M T N M E C H @ T E L U S. N E T FAX:1-250-425-0715 PH:250-4256535 FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Discover A Sustainable Career Path. Millar Western is an Alberta-based forest products company, committed to the sustainability of our business, resources and communities. We offer a competitive wage and benefits program and exciting career development opportunities within a collaborative and respectful work environment. Our Fox Creek Wood Products Division is now recruiting:
MILLWRIGHT – PLANER TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Finishing End Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of our planer-mill complex at our newly constructed, state-of-the-art 120 mmfbm/year sawmill in Fox Creek, Alberta, working on all equipment from in-feed to out-feed. Qualified applicants will have several years of experience in an automated lumber manufacturing environment, working as a Journeyman Millwright and/or Planer Technician. Experience with Stetson Ross planers and computerized maintenance systems will be considered assets. Consideration will be given to uncertified candidates with significant planer-mill maintenance experience. Interested parties should e-mail a current resumé and cover letter to careers@millarwestern.com, citing the job title in the subject line, or fax their credentials, in confidence, to (780) 486-8298, Attention: Human Resources. CLOSING DATE: MAY 18, 2012 Millar Western is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants in advance; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. MILLAR WESTERN FOREST PRODUCTS LTD.
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Community Support Worker Two Permanent Part-time and One Casual Position Under the direction of the Executive Director, this individual is responsible for providing support services to adults, children and/or youth with developmental disabilities to help them improve their quality of life. The successful incumbent will assist clients living semi independently with their physical, economic, vocational, recreational, social, emotional and daily life skills development. The objective is to assist clients to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life possible. This may include helping them to obtain benefits such as life skills training, community integration, skill development, self-esteem building, behavior management and transportation while monitoring their cases to ensure that progress is made. May involve working with individuals or small groups of clients. The successful incumbent must have proven leadership abilities, ability to work independently and have sound judgment and problem solving skills. Must be able to communicate well. Should have strong writing abilities. Must have a strong desire to help others and be emotionally mature. Objectivity and sensitivity to other people’s feelings / thoughts are crucial. Accepting of all races, religions, ages, problems, etc. Be nonjudgmental. Qualifications • Minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma • Preferable: Diploma in a related human / social service field (Diploma: Social Service Worker, Community Support Worker or Human Service Worker) OR • Combination of relevant experience (minimum 1 year) or experience working with persons with developmental disabilities would be an asset • Basic First Aid (including CPR certification) • Must have a valid BC driver’s license, clean driver’s abstract and reliable vehicle Wage: $15.54 – 18.27 per hour as per BCGEU Collective Agreement Closing Date: May 18, 2012 at noon Anticipated Start Date: June 4, 2012 *Note: Employment is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check For more information, please contact Gloria Brown 250-692-7577. Submit resumes via fax (250-6923935), mail (PO Box 970, BL, V0J 1E0) or email (gloria.brown@ld-cs.ca).
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POSITION TITLE: MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Mental Health Counselor will provide culturally appropriate and/or prayer counselling for individuals or families of the Wet’suwet’en First Nation. The Mental Health Counselor will facilitate workshops and provide home visits as per the needs of the community. The Mental Health Counselor will provide reports and documentation to the funding agency and to the Wet’suwet’en First Nation Chief and Council. The Mental Health Counselor will liaise with other agencies and participate in meetings associated with Wet’suwet’en First Nation. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum of two year Counseling diploma and experience as a Mental Health worker • Prayer Counselling is an asset • Have a strong desire to enhance the well being of Wet’suwet’en First Nation members • Ability to work with minimum supervision in a professional manner • Willing to maintain a high degree of confidentiality • Excellent report writing and knowledge of computer programs • Excellent interpersonal, team player and organizational skills • Knowledgeable in the Wet’suwet’en culture is an asset • Maintain sobriety and model a healthy lifestyle • Building and maintaining rapport and relationship building with all members WAGE RANGE: Contract is negotiable; May 2012 to March 31, 2013 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 25, 2012 Please submit a cover letter and an updated resume with (3) written references pertaining to the Mental Health Counselor aspect to the address below. Attention: Karen Ogen, BSW, MSW General Manager/Chief Wet’suwet’en First Nation PO Box 760, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Fax: (250) 698 7307 • Email: wfnchief@lakescom.net NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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POSITION TITLE: WELLNESS WORKER PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Wellness Worker will report to the General Manager and will be responsible for overseeing the Wellness for Wet’suwet’en First Nation members. TO ADMINISTER the NNADAP in accordance with the funding agencies policies and procedures. TO PROVIDE SERVICES to all ages and members of WFN in whatever area they need support & to maintain all required records. To preferably provide one on one sessions AA meetings and services to members as requested. TO ENHANCE community programs by coordinating and delivering workshops based on the needs of community members. To go on regular home visits throughout the community to support members and help assess needs. PROVIDE FUNDING AGENCIES with financial statistical and narrative reports with supporting documentation. Make monthly activity reports to Chief and Council. LIAISE WITH OTHER AGENCIES/GROUPS regarding services or services required in the community. Coordinate the Community Enhancement Committee Meetings, Community Wellness Team, and other groups or boards as required.
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QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum 2 years of counseling/addiction counseling certification • Life Skills coaching; Organizing workshops, and group meetings; • Excellent computer skills specifically with Word, Excel and Internet and Email • Strong administrative skills specifically in organizing and task oriented • Works independently and self-starter, eager, energetic and good work ethics • Good attitude, strong communication skills verbally & written • Must have minimum 2 years sobriety and modelling a healthy lifestyle • Team player works well with others • Excellent knowledge of culture, traditions of Wet’suwet’en Nation • Wet’suwet’en ancestry is an asset
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June 2, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Ft St James, BC. Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 27. Drive into Ft St James, follow signs thru town. 4 km on Germanson North Road Sale Conducted on behalf of Mr. & Mrs. Bill Tuck & others. VEHICLES etc: 2 man self contained camp on skids, 8 liter BMW, 5 ton service truck, Bluebird 72 seat bus on factory propane, variety of late model Ford diesel trucks, 98 GMC 1/2 ton 4x4, 2 electric 3 wheel handicap carts, 5HP Craftsman roto tiller, 2 person go cart. 4 - 17” tires for Toyota pickup. MARINE: 16 ft. fiberglass boat, 70 HP Johnson boat motor, boat trailer, 30 commercial prawn traps, 2 new Dawa halibut rods. TOOLS: Makita 5 & 8” grinders, Hitachi 8” grinders, impact tools 3/8”-1”, electric jack hammer, Hilti drills & hammer drills, air greaser & luber, 3/4 & 1” drive socket, 600 lb. torque wrench, 1 & 1 3/4” drive multiplier set, torque wrenches, power tools, air / brad nailers, 12.5 & 18v rechargeable drills, 3/8”-1/2” metric & standard socket sets, lg. slide hammer, cord & rechargeable hand power tools, 2 - 10” Rockwell miter saw, hydraulic 2 1/2” pipe bender w/ dies, tap & die sets, pipe stand & threader, wheel sockets & seal drivers, multiple open & box end wrenches, 1-1 1/2, 2-3 & 6 ton com-a-longs. EQUIPMENT: 10x10x20 portable garage, 6000 lb. HD engine hoist on wheels, 2 HP compressors, Hilti drills & hammer drills, 200 Lincoln gas welder, 1200 liter lube oil dispenser (full of 15/40 oil), multiple roll away tool boxes, tire machine, bead blaster, air conditioner equip., 2 vac pumps, 10 & 20 ton porta power kit, parts washer, quad jack, electric fuel pumps, double walled 100 gal used oil tank, Acetylene torches & hoses, 2 new shallow well pumps, sand blaster, 6 - 3 ton floor jacks, 2 - 3500 lb. transmission jacks, multiple ext. cords, 5 gas powered water pumps, 2 - 6500 gensets (gas & electric start, low hrs.), new 3000 gen set, 8 1/2HP wheeled Honda pressure washer, 3500psi pressure washer, 18Hp 3500psi pressure steam cleaner, up to 2 1/2” metric & standard dies hydraulic hose press, Rockwell lg drill press (variable speed), 2HP bench grinder, 4 industrial shop vacs, 3 pickup headache racks w/ side rails, 40# full forklift propane tanks, 4 warn winches, 2 - 99 channel ICom programmable radios w/ charger, helmets size s-2xl, 1st aid equip. SUPPLIES: Lg qty of brass, pipe & hydraulic fittings, pallets of new & used truck parts, multiple trays of snap rings, o-rings, screws, rivets, keyways, side, rear & front windshield for Peterbuilt, alternator, starter, fan hubs, pulleys for Cummings motor, new cam shafts, auto & manual slacks, plastic air line fittings, cinches, wrappers & cable for logging trucks, metal cabinets & filing cabinets, bolt bins (full of bolts), lg qty truck parts back up, tail & head lights, wiring, log trailer parts, 8’6” axel, truck parts seals, drive lines, scale equip, bearings, brake shoes, drums, lowbed chains & cinches, body work equip, sanders, new spray & paint guns, welding rods, grinding discs HOUSEHOLD & MISC: 26 sheets of 3/4”-7’6” granite counter tops w/ 4” back splash. Consignments welcome! Approx. 2000 lot Sale. If you would like to consign large farm / logging equip or vehicles please contact Mikes Auction. Please note that we cannot take any small items at this already large sale. Condition of Sale Terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry No Credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a Concession on Site. Any question Please Contact:
May 26, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 am Topley, BC. @ Topley Garage, Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 118 to Granisle VEHICLES Etc: 1988 tough made Ford Motorhome (gas/propane), 20ft tandem axel car hauler trailer, 1956 GMC 6x6 Deuce & 1/2, miles tandem axel log trailer, 16 new 11R x 24.5 Continental truck tires, 2 sets new lightweight 24.5 single tire chains, set of Ford pickup mirrors, 3 sets new lightweight 24.5 triple tire chains, 4 16” hub caps, set 16” new tire chains, 86 Chevy repair quarter panels, camper jacks, RV water tank & pump, Suburban quarter panels, 19 ft. KNC Cabin Cruiser w/ 6 cyl Mercury inboard tandem axel trailer 2, 9.9 Honda kicker, 21 ft Fiber Form Cruiser, 250 hp Mercury Inboard w/ tandem axel trailer, 9.9 Honda 4 stroke long shaft outboard motor (10hrs), 1973 18’ West Wight sailboat complete w/ trailer. TOOL & EQUIPMENT: Miller gas trailblazer 44G, Ingersoll Rand T-30 air compressor, Hotsy pressure washer, Ammco Drum 7 rotor lathe, Snapon tool box, Beach tool boxes, Oxy Acetylene plate cutter, Clausing metal lathe & accessories, Delta drill press, 5hp military Briggs & Stratton, JD control valves & hydraulic pumps, Siou valve grinding machine, cable tugger, triangle reflector sets, electrical conduit, Oxygen tank & gauge, fire extinguishers, 3000 gal Regal Enviro fuel double tank w/ 110 1/4hp fuel pump, nozzle, safety valve, complete on skids ~ 3000 gal water tank on skids, fits in back of dump truck, 500 gal RSF manufactured water tank for skidder, highway truck reflectors, electrical boxes, military stretcher, wooden snow shoes, Williams space heater, Coleman heater/oven, stove. CARPENTRY: Large selection of building materials, carpenters tools & lots of items for construction. Condition of Sale; Terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry no Credit cards. Items are As Is condition ~ not responsible for accidents. Any question Please Contact: Mike Steinebach @
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May 26, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 a.m. Topley, BC. @ Topley Garage, Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 118 to Granisle Sale Conducted on behalf of Henry Van Der Weil & others. Sale will start off with Horse & Tack, followed by Antiques and a Large Coin Collection. VEHICLES Etc: Yukon chainsaw sawmill, Okanogan 5th Wheel, 2005 Ford Freestar Sport 4.3, 4 door mini van, 2008 Ford F250 super duty 4x4 Super cab w/new tires & canopy, 2007 F350 super duty 4x4 crew cab diesel w/new tires & spray on bed liner, 1972 Triumph Spit Fire convertible, 2002 diesel 2.4 l Toyota Hilux Surt SSR-G right hand steering (38x15.5x15” tires), 1984 Yamaha Tri-Z ATV, 800 ATV w/ winch, BF Good wrench 265/70R/17” tires w/ Ford 8 bolt rims (2 sets), misc. used tires good shape, Johnson 10hp boat motor. TOOL & EQUIPMENT: New welding rods & grinding discs, Aw32 hydraulic oil, chain saws, Poulan 2150, Husky 2150, Husky 371xpg, Cantec 6.5 gas water pump CT200, Cantec CT80CLC air cooled diesel water pump, 2 & 12 ton hydraulic jacks, riveters, levels, new & used cordless drills & skill saws, Rona table saw, Geotop C20C Automatic level w/ 2 tripod stands, pressure washer gun kit, HD furniture trolly, Rockwell Beaver 10” bandsaw, Beaver table saw on stand, Lincoln wire feed welder, Ingersoll Rand upright 60 gal air compressor, Speedair air compressor, Coleman Powermate 2500, Honda CX34 11hp power unit, Makita grinders, rolling toolboxes, socket drives, torque wrenches, air tools, wrenches, 23 - 16x2x4 trusses. HOUSEHOLD: Solid oak table & chairs, loveseat, sectional sofa, bunk bed w/ mattresses, Maple bedroom suite, Pine end table, Citizen tv w/ dvd, coffee table w/ brass accents, 3 drawer dresser, table & chairs, lamps, zero clearance mantle electric fireplace, Kenmore washer & dryer, Igloo bar fridge, paintings, upright Kenmore freezer (new), hot/cold stainless steel 40 tray catering cart, hot water tank, Weider weight machine, fish smoker, Big Gar wood stove, Ivy Cabin wood cook stove, small 2 door wood stove, Techniflame pellet stove, pewter & brass items, violins & guitar, Memorex antique syling radio/cassette/CD player, many misc. household items, 8” computerized Colestoron telescope. ANTIQUES: Oil lanterns & lamps, antique table & chairs, missionary desk, oak sideboard, mahogany mirrored dresser, cast iron kettles, pine mirror & night stand, green marble top hall stand w/ barley twist legs, 40 yr. old never fired 30-30 Winchester Rifle Sioux Carbine (engraved). HORSES & TACK: Black/white Pinto mare, Blue Roan gelding, black QH gelding, saddles, headstalls, halters, breast collars, antique pack saddle, reins, foldable saddle racks, misc. other tack. COIN COLLECTION: Nice 150 lot coin collection! Consignments welcome! This is an excellent sale and all Goods are in very good condition. Condition of sale terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry No Credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a Concession on Site. Any question Please Contact: Mike Steinebach @
(250) 694-3497 Cell (250) 692-6107 or Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net
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