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Lake Babine Nation’s chief points out benefits of LNG $100 million over 40 year agreement is a long-term benefit for band FLAVIO NIENOW In the story ‘Babine Lake hereditary chiefs disapprove LNG agreements’ published in the Lakes District News’ May 20, 2015, some of the Babine Lake hereditary chiefs expressed their disapproval of the LNG agreements made by Lake Babine Nation’s chief and council. On May 1, 2015, Lake Babine Nation’s chief and four councillors voted to proceed with two liquefied natural gas (LNG) agreements. One of these agreements was with TransCanada, and the other was with the province regarding the proposed Prince Rupert Gas Transmission project. Some of the hereditary chiefs said they had not been consulted prior to a decision being made. Chief Wilf Adam told Lakes District News that negotiations regarding these LNG deals started late 2013. Since that time, Lake Babine Nation held community meetings in Burns Lake, Topley Landing, Tachet, Fort Babine, Smithers, Prince George and Vancouver. During all those meetings, Chief Adam said no members or hereditary chiefs expressed any disapproval. “At no time during this process people said ‘we should stop this’ or ‘we oppose this,’” said Chief Adam. “If fact, we’ve been getting a lot of ...see LNG AGREEMENT ▼ P3

Making a splash Nicole Hamp makes a big splash at the kids mountain bike camp recently as she biked through this big mud puddle on one of the trails. Thanks to Chris Paulson for this photo.

Millions of dollars in unclaimed benefits

LAKES DISTRICT NEWS STAFF REPORTER The Harper government is looking for hundreds of thousands of families not currently registered for the enhanced child care benefit An enormous amount of families with children are eligible to receive money under the Harper Government’s proposed enhanced Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB), but are at risk of not receiving the benefit unless they apply. The majority of families with children, approximately 3.8 million, are known and will automatically receive the enhanced UCCB or be contacted by the government to confirm their information. However, many eligible families are not currently captured by the Government’s UCCB system and

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may miss out on receiving money that is owed to them unless they apply. In British Columbia, an estimated 23,500 families with approximately 41,000 children are not registered. This represents potentially millions of dollars in unclaimed benefits in this year alone. Under the proposed enhancements to the UCCB, families would receive almost $2000 per year for each child under six and $720 per year for each child aged sixthrough 17. The new benefit amounts would be retroactive to Jan. 1, 2015 and be reflected in monthly payments to families in July 2015. The proposed enhancements to the UCCB are expected to more than double the number of families that benefit from 1.6 million to more than 4 million. ...see MONEY ▼ P5

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Decker Lake resident Yvonne LeBlanc purchased her home on Brewer Avenue in August 2013. LeBlanc said that when she purchased her home, there was a culvert in her driveway in good condition. “It [the culvert] had no holes in the top like it does now,” she said. When the ice and snow melted earlier this spring, LeBlanc noticed a gaping hole in the culvert. Now, with a damaged culvert, LeBlanc has some concerns. “It [the culvert] is definitely unsafe and may damage a vehicle,” she said. “Also, the culvert will be useless for water drainage once it fills up with dirt and gravel that will pour in the hole.” Lakes District Maintenance (LDM) maintains Brewer Avenue, and admitted damaging the culvert while plowing snow. However, Ray Maher, LDM’s Quality and Systems Manager, says it is not LDM’s responsibility to repair the culvert. “We are not responsible for private driveways or culverts that are in the private driveway; it is not part of our contract,” he said. Maher added that the culvert had not been properly installed. “The culvert was sticking out of the ground, and that was the reason for the damage,” he said. “If a culvert is not installed properly in a private drive, we are not responsible if it is damaged by highway maintenance equipment.” LeBlanc was not convinced by LDM’s explanation, and said she

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feels it is LDM’s responsibility to repair the damage they have caused. Lakes District Maintenance found a temporary solution to the problem by placing a piece of wood in the hole and throwing dirt on top of it. But according to LeBlanc, this only made the ridge above ground even higher. After the snowfall of May 4, 2015, LDM plowed snow again on Brewer Avenue and accidently tore off the patch they had placed on the culvert. “Lakes District Maintenance was unwilling to satisfactorily take care of the damage they did to the culvert after they damaged it twice,” said LeBlanc. “It is ridiculous.” According to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, private driveways - including culverts - are the responsibility of individual homeowners; this includes proper installation and maintenance. “We were advised by the contractor [Lakes District Maintenance] the damage was, at least in part, due to the shallow installation of the culvert, which is ultimately the responsibility of the homeowner,” said Lisanne Bowness, Senior Public Affairs Officer for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. Bowness added that the ministry’s maintenance contractor has been in touch with the homeowner [LeBlanc] and has offered to install a new culvert. “The ministry’s district office in Smithers is also working to contact the homeowner to ensure the situation is rectified,” said Bowness. Meanwhile, LeBlanc found a temporary solution to the problem. “We had to dig it out and it [the culvert] is sitting on the side of the road now, so it would not cause damage to vehicles pulling into my driveway.”

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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Chief Wilf Adam says huge plus and will support their economy

The construction of two buildings for administrative services has already been planned – one in Tachet and one in Fort Babine. “The two buildings will support those two communities and encouragement from [some] hereditary chiefs.” “We heard from some hereditary chiefs that we have to start also serve as a training centre for all the training that is going to working with the government and finding areas where we can happen within the area.” Chief Adam explained that training will be provided by the work together while protecting the environment and finding province to Lake Babine Nation, and that its members will be a jobs,” said Chief Adam. “That’s the balance, and I applied these preferential hire throughout the construction of the pipeline. words to our negotiations.” “A lot of training will happen Chief Adam said that all the HIS PIPELINE WILL NEVER BE within our community,” he said. money Lake Babine Nation cur“That’s a huge plus for us.” rently receives from the federal CONVERTED TO OIL AND AKE One of the concerns of people government is earmarked, and who are against LNG developcouncil members have no say ABINE ATION HELD COMMUNITY ment is that the proponents might where they can spend it. “Many people live off the reMEETINGS IN URNS AKE OPLEY be building liquefied natural gas pipelines with the intention of serve and we can’t service them,” ANDING ACHET ORT ABINE converting them to oil further he said. “I’m tired of administerdown the road. ing poverty.” MITHERS RINCE EORGE AND Chief Adam said he kept that “It’s important to me and to in mind, and that it’s included the people of Lake Babine that ANCOUVER SAID HIEF ILF in the agreements with Transwe start making sure that we Canada and the province that the benefit from the resources that DAM Prince Rupert Gas Transmission come from our territory,” he said. pipeline cannot be converted to “Right now all the resources leave our territory and we have no say; with these LNG deals, oil in the future. “Within our agreement, this pipeline will never be converted to it’s up to us to where we can spend this money, and how we are oil,” said he said. “It’s clear in the agreement.” going to spend it.” Chief Adam said he hopes this partnership with the province According to Chief Adam, the total amount that Lake Babine Nation will receive from both agreements adds up to $100 million will open doors to future opportunities. “I know it’s a long-term benefit,” he said. “This $100 million over 40 years. However, some of the details of these agreements is a substantial amount that will get our people off on the right are confidential, and other details are still under negotiation. Chief Adam said the money will be vital for economic devel- foot.” “We are doing things in a matter that will help our people,” he opment and the creation of businesses that would support Lake added. Babine Nation’s economy. LNG AGREEMENT from ▼ P1

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There are so many types of social media platforms these days. There is Instagram, Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, LinkedIn, Tumblr, Pinterest… It’s been getting harder and harder to keep up with what all the cool kids are doing (I’m glad I stopped trying to be cool years ago). But one way or another, most people with access to Internet are using social media, even if it’s only to play candy crush saga on Facebook like my mother (which, by the way, I never understood the appeal and still receive about 10 invitations a day to play). I must confess that with so many different types of social media, I find it confusing to understand what all of them are for. People sometimes ask me why I don’t post on Instagram, for example. I secretly do not understand the difference between posting on Facebook and Instagram, so I tell people Instagram is not really my thing, or that “it’s so five years ago” (I clearly have no clue of what I am saying). I also don’t even try to understand how Tumblr and Pinterest work, or all the other 20 different types of social media (and who has time to manage all those websites anyway). I also behave differently depending on the website. LinkedIn is great for networking, for example, but I’m always afraid to post something dumb and ruin my career. On Twitter, I find it difficult to express myself only using 140 characters, so my posts always end abruptly leaving people confused wondering what the end of my sentence was. Facebook, on the other hand, I use quite a lot. I find it pretty incredible that I know exactly what my friend in Australia had for lunch yesterday (alright, maybe this friend is oversharing). Nevertheless, I would never know these little details about her life had she not been sharing them on Facebook. I recently read a Facebook post that defined the different types of Facebook users. I should clarify that I am against stereotypes, but I think these ones are harmless because we can all relate to them. One of the types of Facebook users described in the post was the “rooster” – the person who feels it is their job to tell Facebook “good morning” every day. Then of course there is the “gamer” – the person who plays mafia wars, candy crush saga and bakes virtual cakes all day; the “liker” – the person who never actually says anything, buy always clicks the like button. Then there’s the “hyena” – the person who comments only by saying “LOL”; “Mr./Ms. popular” – who has 4367 friends for no apparent reason; and the “promoter” – who always sends event invitations to things that you ultimately delete or ignore. Sounds familiar? Then of course there are people who completely dislike social media. They claim these websites do not respect people’s privacies, or they simply don’t enjoy sharing any details about their lives. But the truth is that social media can be whatever you want it to be. While some people use it to keep in touch with distant friends, other people might see value in reading the news or sharing how many times they went to the washroom on a particular day. For me, I find it liberating to express whatever I am thinking or feeling - whether it’s something I dislike on politics or an insight about life. I think that is why most people enjoy social media websites so much - because they give them a voice. Using social media can be a great way of expressing yourself, and the best part is that anyone can do it. You no longer need to be a TV celebrity to reach thousands of people. Social media allows people from different walks of life to connect, share their thoughts, debate and generate new ideas.

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Opposition politicians were outraged over the B.C. government’s latest effort to secure its first major liquefied natural gas deal, announced last week. Premier Christy Clark, Natural Gas Development Minister Rich Coleman and Finance Minister Mike de Jong signed agreements with Pacific Northwest LNG for a long-term gas royalty structure that could run for 30 years. The government says the deal guarantees minimum royalty revenue for the province, while the investors increase their revenue if the spread between gas prices in North America and Asia increases during the term. Pacific Northwest is a partnership of some of the biggest investors and gas customers: Malaysian state giant Petronas, its Canadian subsidiary Progress Energy, Chinese state firm Sinopec, Indian Oil Corp. and Japan Petroleum. These corporate giants will review a project development agreement, and if they approve, Clark will convene the legislature to approve changes that would compensate them if the new LNG income tax increases. Environmental changes such as a “discriminatory” carbon tax increase or greenhouse gas regulations on LNG would also trigger compensation. Future changes to general carbon tax or corporate income tax rates would not. NDP leader John Horgan warned that “too much lolly” is being offered, with no word of job guarantees for B.C. or a deal with First Nations at the proposed site near Prince Rupert. “My biggest concern is that we’re tying the hands of future governments because a desperate government made commitments that they over-promised on and now they want to get a deal at any cost,” Horgan said. Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver called it “shocking and irresponsible,” repeating his prediction that the global market is swimming in gas and will never support huge green-field projects across B.C. For the investors, it’s like a mortgage. There are “subjects” to be removed before the deal closes, and this is a proposed $36 billion mortgage for pipelines, LNG processing and shipping facilities. This isn’t just a political dispute. For example, Progress has drilled about 500 gas wells in northeastern B.C., and Petronas took it over with this development in mind. Without exports, B.C.’s whole gas industry is looking at a bleak future of low prices and demand. Petronas delayed its investment decision to this year and cited exactly these concerns, certainty on taxation and royalties beyond the election cycle. With that in hand, their obstacles remain federal environmental approval and a revenue sharing deal with a First Nation to host a terminal. Pacific Northwest CEO Michael Culbert notes that answers to questions posed by the Lax Kw’alaams First Nation were submitted to federal regulators only days before they started voting on a $1 billion share of LNG proceeds over 40 years. The vote was a resounding no, despite a redesign that put pipelines on a suspension bridge over the most sensitive salmon habitat. Culbert suggests that given some time to examine environmental mitigation work, that answer may change. Does aboriginal title offer a veto over projects like this? According to the recent Supreme Court of Canada decision on the Tsilhqot’in case, the short answer is no. Objections could be overridden if governments determine a project is in the interest of the greater public. Talks have taken place with 19 First Nations affected by pipelines and facilities, and 14 have agreed. While they continue with Lax Kw’alaams and other Tsimshian Nations on the coast, it’s worth recalling that others are not so reluctant. The Nisga’a Nation has identified four sites as suitable for LNG terminals with a shorter pipeline route to the coast than Prince Rupert.

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Are TransCanada pipelines safe?

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strophic pipeline failures on their Canadian gas lines since 1991," states the Council of Canadians, this country's leading social action organization. According to a June 2014 publication by the group, "when it comes to pipelines, it not a matter of if a pipeline spills, it is a matter when, where and how much it spills." In that document, the group states that in Canada, "pipeline incidents (ruptures, spills, explosions, leaks) have doubed in the last decade" and "safety-related incidents -- from fires to spills -- rose from one for every 1,000 km of pipeline to two per 1,000 km of pipeline" during the same period. TransCanada officials claim the company's sophisticated monitoring systems can detect any changes in pipeline pressure and respond to emergencies in minutes. The Council of Canadians challenges this statement, and suggests that members of the general public are more likely to discover a pipeline rupture than any leak detection system. "Our review of Transportation and Safety Board reports on TransCanada's Mainline pipeline system incidents reveals that only one of the eight ruptures was discovered by a leak detection system," states the council in its 2014 publication. "In the case of

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There seems to be some confusion "We could see these massive 200- to 300-metre high flames with a new Real Estate service just shooting out of the ground, and it literally sounded like a jet plane." provider in our area. Be advised that That's the way a resident of southern Manitoba described the rupture and subsequent explosion of a natural gas pipeline near his home in Otterburne, a community approximately 50 km south is the Managing Broker/Owner of of Winnipeg. Miraculously, no one was hurt in the January 2014 accident, which resulted in the evacuation of several homes and left thousands without gas service for days. The natural gas pipeline near Otterburne wasn't the first to THANK YOU fail in North America, nor is it the most recent. On the morning OUR of Sept. 16, 2014, similar infrastructure broke in Benton TownLOOK TO E FOR G A R E K ship, Michigan, forcing the evacuation of more than 500 people. BRO R REAL ALL YOU UIRIES. 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While TransCanada PipeLines Ltd. acknowledges that significant failures have occurred in its natural gas pipelines, the company maintains that its safety record is among the best in the industry and its proposed Coastal GasLink pipeline through Northern British Columbia does not represent a threat to residents or the environment. Shela Shapiro, TransCanada's senior communications specialist for the Coastal GasLink project, said in a recent interview that the company takes safety seriously and can respond promptly to any incident. "We invest hundreds of millions of dollars each year to maintain the integrity of our system," she stated. "We monitor our pipeline system through a centralized high-tech control centre 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We use satellite technology that sends data every five seconds to our monitoring centre. If a drop in pressure is detected, we can isolate any section of our pipeline by remotely closing valves on the system within seconds." She added that TransCanada has an Emergency Preparedness and Response team that oversees all emergency response activities, and employees who look after the company's pipeline infrastructure on a daily basis are adequately trained to provide initial emergency assistance. "The model that works best for a linear piece of instructructure such as a pipeline is to ensure that each and every one of our technicians working along our route are trained first responders," she explained. "We also work regularly and do exercises with first responders in the various communities in which we operate so that we can respond quickly in the unlikely event of an emergency. After initial response, TransCanada will assess the situation to

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determine if additional resources are required." If the Coastal GasLink pipeline is built, TransCanada will have emergency response plans in place to address incidents that might occur along the route. Shapiro said that it's too early in the project to discuss specifics. "As we get closer to operation of the pipeline, emergency response plans that include locations of personnel are required by law. As Coastal GasLink is still going through regulatory review, those plans won't be fully developed until closer to operation, as there may still be route changes and active personnel changes. In the unlikelihood of an emergency incident, our Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC) -- (the body) that would provide initial response coordination and communications with the regulator and community authorities -- would be located in our Prince George office." Shapiro couldn't comment on how long it would take for one of the company's emergency response teams to reach the site of a rupture. "We respond immediately upon detection/notification of an emergency event," she indicated. "We meet all regulatory requirements as it relates to response time." Despite TransCanada's preparations and focus on safety, several sections of its pipeline network have failed. Since 1991, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has investigated at least eight incidents involving natural gas pipelines owned by TransCanada. The board, however, is only responsible for investigating incidents on federally-regulated pipelines, and the proposed Coastal GasLink pipeline will be provincially-regulated. Shapiro acknowledges that serious accidents have occurred along TransCanada's national and

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plosion of Jan. 20, 2012, in Burns Lake. The Burns Lake community has argued eloquently that it has a powerful interest in hearing first-hand the information about the explosion. The inquest into the Babine Forest Products mill deaths will begin July 13, 2015, at the Island Gospel Fellowship Hall in Burns Lake. Presiding over that inquest will be Chico Newell, Resource Industry Coroner for the B.C. Coroners Service. Lapointe said it is a long-held tenet of the B.C. Coroners Service to conduct its investigations and hold inquests to assure communities that the deaths of not one of their members will be concealed, overlooked or ignored.

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A coroner's jury has made 33 recommendations aimed at preventing future tragedies like the explosion that rocked the Lakeland sawmill in Prince George in 2012, killing two workers. After deliberating for approximately eight hours, the five-person jury ruled the deaths of Glenn Roche and Allan Little to be accidental. A death classified as accidental is one due to unintentional or unexpected injury. The recommendations are directed to a wide variety of agencies including WorkSafeBC, the RCMP, the Steelworkers Union, the mill owners, and the ministries of Justice and of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Responsible for Labour. Presiding Coroner Lisa Lapointe and the jury heard from 54 witnesses over the course of 21 days, beginning on March 2, 2015. The full jury’s findings and recommendations can be found at http://www.pssg.gov. bc.ca/coroners/schedule/archive/2015/docs/ jury-findings-littlealan-harvey-and-rocheglenn-francis.pdf A separate inquest will be held in Burns Lake to examine the circumstances of the deaths that occurred in the explosion at the Babine Forest Products sawmill. Robert Luggi Jr., 45, and Carl Charlie, 42, 101-1st Avenue, Burns Lake were killed in the ex-

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Economic Benefits for Northern British Columbia Through April 2015, TransCanada’s Coastal GasLink Pipeline Project team hosted public question-and-answer sessions in nine northern B.C. communities. We’d like to thank everyone who attended, and take this opportunity to respond again to some of the questions that were asked.

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Coastal GasLink has invested in community projects and services in a dozen communities, from fire/rescue equipment to restoring rivers and streams to summer programs for children.

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Notable recipients of recent contributions include the Chetwynd Health Clinic and Wellness Centre, the Pacific Salmon Foundation’s Skeena Salmon Program, and the Houston Search and Rescue Society.

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Coastal GasLink and TransCanada are active members of 14 local Chambers of Commerce across northern B.C., and regular sponsors of community events.

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During operation, Coastal GasLink will support local services far into the future. Judging from current assessment rates, the proposed pipeline will generate more than $20 million every year in property taxes across four regional districts and the municipal District of Kitimat that will support services like fire protection, schools and hospital districts.

How is Coastal GasLink providing business opportunities for northern B.C.? •

Over $4 billion is estimated to be spent on pipeline construction, a third of which is estimated to be spent in B.C.

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Opportunities for qualified businesses include the supply of construction materials, services and labor, and increased retail and commercial activity in the area of the proposed project.

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Most direct business opportunities during construction will be provided through prime contractors or their sub-contractors. Each prime contractor will develop a local and Aboriginal participation plan to cover local contracting and employment. We will monitor and enforce the implementation of these plans and require regular progress reports.

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Four categories of activity are designated as opportunities for qualified Aboriginal businesses including right-of-way clearing; camp management; security; and medical.

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Coastal GasLink representatives are already working full-time to explain the qualification process to local businesses.

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During project planning, since mid-2012, we have spent over $34 million on goods, services and wages in northern B.C.

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Coastal GasLink estimates there will be 2,000 to 2,500 people directly employed through the main construction period. Most job opportunities will be provided through prime contractors or their sub-contractors. There will be opportunities for welders and mechanics, equipment operators, drivers, labourers, flagpersons and more. Openings will be communicated in northern B.C. communities. We expect there will also be a need to attract qualified workers from other parts of B.C. and beyond. Coastal GasLink and TransCanada have launched a “Pathways to Pipeline Readiness” training program with northern B.C. colleges and training institutions, with $900,000 in funding announced to date.

Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd. is proposing to develop an approximately 670 kilometre pipeline to safely deliver natural gas from the Groundbirch area, near Dawson Creek, B.C., to the proposed LNG Canada gas liquefaction facility at Kitimat. Coastal GasLink is committed to meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements, and to working with regulators through construction to achieve the highest standards of environmental protection. Once in operation, the proposed pipeline would be subject to ongoing regulatory monitoring by the BC Oil and Gas Commission. Coastal GasLink will provide numerous benefits to B.C. including property taxes, local contracting and business stimulus, community investments and more. For more information • Visit www.coastalgaslink.com • Contact us at coastalgaslink@transcanada.com or 1.855.633.2011 (toll-free) • Check us out on Twitter: @CoastalGasLink

What is Coastal GasLink doing for local communities? •

Coastal GasLink engages with, listens to, and acts on feedback from communities. From the onset of the project, the project team held numerous meetings with First Nations, local governments, landowners, other land users and community residents.

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Do you know enough about pipelines? have significant environmental impacts, whether or not there is a rupture. The habitat loss along the pipeline route, tankers on the coast, impacts on water quality from fracking in B.C.’s northeast, and climate pollution associated with this project mean that we will all be impacted, wherever we live.” Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of TransCanada PipeLines Ltd., hopes to build a 670-km natural gas pipeline from the Dawson Creek area in Northeastern BC to LNG Canada’s proposed Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plant near Kitimat. The project will result in a section of the 48-inchdiameter pipeline being constructed south of Burns Lake, passing under Hwy. 35 near Bald Hill Road. Coastal GasLink officials insist the $4.7 billion project will benefit B.C. by creating up to 2500 jobs during construction.

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Communities gathered to honour the journey of tiny Skeena salmon Flavio Nienow

Each spring, approximately 300 million juvenile salmon make their way from every lake, river and stream in the Skeena watershed to the saltwater refuge of the Skeena estuary. On May 11, 2015, almost 300 people from across the Skeena watershed gathered at the Babine River to celebrate this natural wonder. The event has been dubbed “the invisible migration” because the millions of baby salmon are invisible beneath the Skeena’s brown floodwaters. “The giant outmigration of baby salmon goes relatively unnoticed as it happens during the spring runoff, when rivers are high and muddy,” explained Shannon McPhail, Executive Director of the Skeena Watershed Conservation Coalition. “If the rivers were clear, we would see giant clouds of the hundreds of millions of these baby salmon (also called smolts) making their journey to the Pacific Ocean,” she added. The return of salmon has been celebrated for countless generations, but this was the first time that local First Nations celebrated the outmigration of baby salmon. “It was very good to do this,” said Lake Babine Nation Chief Wilf Adam. Chief Adam said organizers were surprised by the turnout. “The event had a wonderful turnout as we were expecting around 60 people, and over 280 people showed up,” he said. “It was a great event as we released the smolts with the community, hereditary chiefs and singers.” Activities during the event included jet boat tours of Babine Lake, helicopter tours, drumming and singing, bannock made fresh on the fire, button making and salmon barbecue. Two other invisible migration events also took place downriver. On May 20, people gathered in Hazelton to celebrate the smolts as they passed through. And on May 23, in Prince Rupert, a final event took place to mark the salmon’s arrival at the Skeena estuary. McPhail said the Skeena estuary is one of the most pristine and productive estuaries of its size in the world. It’s estimated that about 300 million salmon will arrive at the

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The invisible migration celebration took place recently on the banks of Babine River. Chief Adam said it is great to do this and they had a great turn out. Skeena estuary by June 1. habitat for all of the Skeena’s wild salmon. The abundant “Every juvenile salmon that leaves the Skeena, feeds in eel grass habitat of the estuary provides a refuge from predthe estuary; it is their nursery,” she said. “Juvenile salmon ators, and food to grow, while juvenile salmon adjust to arrive at the estuary during one of the most sensitive times their new life in the ocean. of their life, as they transition from fresh water to salt wa“The health of the estuary has been on the minds of many ter.” residents lately,” he said. These young salmon will become the adult salmon that return to the Skeena watershed during summer and fall over the next 200 years. McPhail explained that the abundance of Skeena salmon in the following years depends on the survival of juveniles migrating down the Skeena watershed right now. “Salmon are the most valuable food source; they support our regions’ ancient and unique way of life.” The Skeena estuary also happens to be the very place Malaysia’s state-owned Petrona is proposing a liquefied natural gas terminal - the Pacific NorthWest LNG project. “There simply isn’t a worse location to site their terminal, they [Petrona] need to move,” said McPhail. Greg Knox, Executive Director of SkeenaWild Conservation Trust, said he is concerned the terminal could damage the eelgrass beds that provide rearing People enjoyed the entertainment from drummers at the celebration at the invisible migration.

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Caution urged with fire use right now

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Although there are currently no fire prohibitions in the Northwest Fire Centre, Pojar urges public to take extreme caution with all burning activities. “Seasonal lightning is occurring in some areas of the province, and preventable human-caused fires drain vital resources from response to lightning-caused wildfires,” she said. While in Prince George recently, getting a first-hand update on the Little Bobtail Lake wildfire, Premier Christy Clark also reminded the public to do

Many regions of the province are seeing unseasonably high temperatures and dry conditions, and the long-term weather outlook for B.C. suggests that temperatures will continue above normal this summer. at the pump and This recent weather trend of hot and dry conditions has caused at the counter! forest fuels to become very flammable. “The fuels will likely remain flammable until We have the LOWEST we receive significant precipitation,” said OlFUEL PRICES in town! ivia Pojar, Information Officer for the NorthConvenience Store west Fire Centre. with a range of everyday items such as The fire danger ratgroceries, toiletries, pop, candy, tobacco ing for the Northwest products, and newspapers. Fire Centre is currently moderate to high, 819D Center Street, Burns Lake which means that the fire risk is serious - new 250-692-3901 Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-11pm fires may start easily Sat 8am-11pm, Sun: 9am-9pm and burn vigorously, Holidays: 9am-9pm causing challenges to Everyone is welcome to purchase gas at our store! fire suppression efforts.

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The $100,000 wall ride is expected to have construction start at the beginning of June. proximately 80 feet in diameter, 10 feet high, and 10 feet wide with a wooden plank surface. The Pierce Hofer Memorial is essentially the semi-circular end of a velodrome track. The wall ride will sit directly across from the Kager Lake parking lot. “We are totally excited about the new wall ride,” said Guy Epkens-

Shaffer, BLMBA’s President. “It will be something that riders of all levels will be able to enjoy,” he said. “Experts (and experienced riders) can take a high, fast line while beginners will go low and slow.” The total cost of the structure is approximately $100,000. The BLMBA received fund-

ing from the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, the Burns Lake Rotary Club, Lakes District Secondary School’s 2014 graduating class and School District No. 91. Furthermore, Epkens-Shaffer said volunteers dedicated several hours to guarantee this project would become a reality. “We still need ap-

Voluntary off-road vehicle registration extended to Nov. 1, 2015

Mandatory off-road vehicle registration is being deferred from June 1 to Nov. 1, 2015. The extra time provides additional time for off-road users to prepare for the mandatory registration, while the regulatory details are finalized on both registration and safety. As well an ICBC-issued numbered sticker will be available in early fall when registering an off-road vehicle (ORV) for those users who would prefer a sticker instead of a registration number plate. The addition of a sticker addresses a key request from off-road motorcycle and snowmobile groups. The sticker will be a similar size as the number plate, and com-

proval from Recreation Sites and Trails B.C., but it sounds like we are close to obtaining that,” said Epkens-Shaffer. Construction of the Pierce Hofer Memorial is expected to begin in early June, and BLMBA hopes to have the project finished before the Big Pig Weekend in Aug. 14-16, 2015.

bined cost for registration and sticker will be the same as with the plate option - $48. ORV owners that choose the sticker will be responsible for removing the sticker if the vehicle is resold. In early fall, ORV owners who have already taken advantage of the voluntary registration period and have a received a plate may exchange their plate for a sticker, if they want, at any ICBC broker at no additional cost for a limited time. Full details are anticipated to be announced by early fall, with implementation for both mandatory registration and safety provisions to begin Nov. 1, 2015.

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Local residents Alistair Schroff and Valerie Ingram have written and published a book. The community cat book was written with the assistance of local children. The book inspires and educates students around the world about helping animals in need. Over 10 Francois Lake Elementary School student’s art is featured in the book. Grassy Plains students, Vivienne and Catrina, are the two girls who planted the seeds of the project that led to the story...here is their story. Two girls, Vivienne and Catrina saw some hungry cats shivering in the snow near their home one winter. Instead of ignoring the situation, they took action. They contacted the Lakes Animal Friendship Society (LAFS) to find out ways they could help. The girls shared what they learned about community cats with their fellow students. They worked with teachers Mrs. Benoit and Ms. Russell and the rest of Grassy Plains School to raise the first $100 toward the spaying and neutering of the com-

munity cats. They volunteered to help with feeding the cats and to watch over them. The colony was typical of many situations. Two stray cats showed up in the neighborhood, and soon there were dozens of cats – far too many for anyone to take care of without help. Over the years many cats died or were killed. The caregivers of this colony loved cats but the problem was out of control. One hundred dollars was a good start but nowhere near enough to take care of spaying and neutering dozens of cats. Thankfully, a large-scale spay/neuter program was started by the BC SPCA with funding from PetSmartCharities® of Canada and they approved a project for our area. Dr. Lois Martin and her Burns Lake Veterinary Clinic team helped tremendously, Cheslatta Carrier Nation offered their support and LAFS volunteers would help tackle colonies in the Burns Lake area. Lakes District Maintenance provided help for a summer student to work with LAFS during part of the project. Schroff and Ingram will be giving a book to

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Local residents Alistair Schroff and Valerie Ingram wrote a book to help inspire and educate young people about the importance of pet care. all students Kindergarten through to - Grade 7 these next few weeks in the Burns Lake and area. Going along to each school is Darci Burtch. She was one of the volunteers from Canadian Animal Assistance Team (CAAT) and is a vet tech. LAFS has hire her to help with their critter cause for the next six months. She’s from Toronto and has driven all the way with her two res-

cue dogs to come and help LAFS. Schroff added, “We have printed 2200 copies and covered the costs out of our own pocket as it is something we so strongly believe in. Right now we are focussing on giving away copies to our local elementary students and libraries. We are also offering them for sale, both by hardcopy and soon by Kindle with all proceeds to help animals in northwest B.C.

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Anyone who is interested can drop Valerie a line, Valerie@lakesanimalfriendship.ca or can buy a copy locally at LD Free Classifieds.

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nance of our pipelines. In 2015, we will do 150 proactive inline inspections of our pipelines -- a rate that far exceeds others in the industry. We invested more than $90 million over the last five years on research and development related to pipeline safety technologies, and $38 million in 2014 alone... (and) an average of $900 million per year over the last three years on pipeline integrity and preventative maintenance programs.” Shapiro stressed that the company’s proposed Coastal GasLink pipeline will be constructed to the highest standards. It will, she added, be monitored and maintained using state-of-the-art technologies. “No one has a stronger interest than TransCanada in making sure that our pipelines are designed, constructed, and operated safely and reliably,” she said. “The public and our shareholders expect it, because it not only makes good business sense, it is just common sense. Safety and reliability is key to ensuring TransCanada is able to continue operating and building the energy infrastructure North Americans need for years to come.” TransCanada PipeLines Ltd., through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd., proposes to build a 670km natural gas pipeline linking Northeastern BC with the LNG Canada’s planned Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plant near Kitimat. If the company receives a positive investment decision, construction of the 48-inch-diameter line could begin in 2016. A section of the line will be constructed south of Burns Lake.

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to control the fire and protect homes, infrastructure, forests and grasslands. On May 15, the Wildfire Management Branch responded to a four-hectare human-caused fire on the Hannay Forest Service road, approximately 30 km east of the community of Burns Lake. Approximately 12 Wildfire Management Branch personnel and 15 industry personnel responded to this fire. Airtankers and heavy equipment supported crews on the ground. Smoke, flames and firefighting aircrafts were visible from Hwy. 16, east of Burns Lake.

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Elizabeth Anne Glover (nee Cracknell) Dec. 13, 1926 - May 15, 2015 passed away with Debra, Ken and Kia by her side on May 15th, 2015. Elizabeth was born December 13, 1926 in Fort William (Thunder Bay), Ontario to Fredrick and Eva Cracknell. Elizabeth went to Business College so she could help support her mother after her father was killed in a railway accident. She began her career at an early age; her main employer being Revenue Canada in Thunder Bay, Ontario. She married Percy Glover, Jr on August 22, 1951. Percy gave Elizabeth a teacup Papillion puppy (Trixie) as an engagement gift. Elizabeth and Percy shared a love for all animals and would often take long drives in the countryside to see farm animals and wildlife. In 1956, Elizabeth gave birth to their only daughter Debra Lee. Throughout Elizabethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s married life, her mother resided within our family home until her death in 1967. Elizabeth was predeceased by her mother, Eva, father Fredrick, husband Percy Jr. (1997), elder sisters Eva Pinner, Ellen Pinner and Josephine Powell and her brothers, Stanley, Gordon and Walter (in WWll). Remembering loved ones was very important to Elizabeth. In 2001, she moved from Thunder Bay to Burns Lake to be closer to her daughter Debra and son-in-law Ken. Together they were able to enjoy travelling to many BC locations and back to Hawaii. After dementia made travel difficult, she still enjoyed visiting Debra and Kenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rural property, loved to give pats to her â&#x20AC;&#x153;grand crittersâ&#x20AC;? (she was known as Grandmeow) and enjoyed drives around the beautiful Lakes District and Smithers areas. Debra and Ken wish to thank Dr Graetz for his kind support, encouragement and insight through all of momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transitions and the dedicated staff at The Pines. Our family could not have coped with the ups and downs of momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s condition without your support and kindness. Elizabeth always appreciated the caring and comfort you offered her, even when she could not verbalize it. Elizabeth will be missed and remembered always by her daughter Debra, son-in-law Ken (Breakwell) and by her nieces, nephews and their families in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Elizabeth was extremely supportive of animal advocacy programs and was instrumental in the creation of the Mother Millie fund (yard sale) for local stray animals. It was momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wish that any memorial donations be made to the Mother Millie fund (Burns Lake Vet Clinic), the Lakes Animal Friendship Society of Southbank or the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Biscuitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fund for the BCSPCA. God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

In Memoriam Gifts

Information

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

Canadian Cancer Society

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE

Make a gift in honour or in memory of a loved one impacted by cancer. Please include the honouree name as well as the name and address of the person you would like notified. To donate please call or mail Box 1301 Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0, (250) 6927203.

Information ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your business - if you want to quit drinking thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our business. Burns Lake meetings: Tue. & Sat. 7:30pm Immaculatta Church. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group meets Wed., 108 - 2nd avenue at 7:30pm. For info. or transportation call (250) 6929104 / (250) 692-3024 / (250) 698-7325 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Southside Meetings: Mondays and Thursdays 6:30pm 7:30pm at Grassy Plains Gospel Church. For more information: (250) 694-3682 ANYONE NEEDING information on Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please call 1-866-564-7533 APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline May 31, 2015. Email applications to fbula@langara.bc.ca More information available at: www.bccommunitynews.com/ our-programs/scholarship. BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010

CRISIS PREVENTION Call 1.800.SUICIDE or 1.800.784.2433 is a confidential, toll-free service that is available to anyone, anywhere, any time in B.C. Youth support line 1.888.564.8336 (TEEN). 24 hour crisis line for northern BC 1.888.563.1214. In addition, several crisis lines also provide support through online chat services so young people have a web-based way to reach out. These services can be reached through www.northernyouthonline.ca. 4-10pm. daily or www.youthinbc.ca. FOOD BANK INFORMATION Distribution days will be the first and the third Tuesday of each month. LD Food Bank will provide a warm waiting room at the Beacon Theatre. Clients will go first to the theatre. Doors open at 10:45am. This is available until the end of April. The food bank 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, P.O. Box 777, Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0

HIP OR knee replacement? COPD or arthritic conditions? The disability tax credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg) Apply today!1-844-4535372.

LOCAL HOSPICE (250) 6922448. The Hospice office, located in the Lakes District Hospital, open every Thurs. from 10am - 4pm. A lending library is available. Please make donations to Burns Lake Hospice Program, Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1EO

Career Opportunities

20 May 2015

Reservoir Elevation: 852.88 m (2798.17 ft.) SLS Discharge: 330 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 304 m3/s Nautley River: 260 m3/s Vanderhoof: 557 m3/s INCREASE FLOW WARNING The decision has been made to increase ďŹ&#x201A;ow in the Nechako River at Vanderhoof to 600 m 3/s in order to reduce the risk of large scale ďŹ&#x201A;ood. Nechako Reservoir is expected to be full in the next few weeks. Flow in the Nechako River at Vanderhoof will be reduced to 525 m3/s or lower as soon as ďŹ&#x201A;oodrisk has subsided. Skins Lake Spillway discharge was increased to 500 m3/s this morning and will be reduced to 330 m3/s this evening. This temporary increase in discharge it to achieve a ďŹ&#x201A;ow at Cheslatta Falls of 330 m3/s and ďŹ&#x201A;ow of 600 m 3/s at Vanderhoof as soon as possible. Computer simulations based on historical data indicate that ďŹ&#x201A;ow in the Nechako River at Vanderhoof will remain high through May and could remain high in July.

1 May 2015

Reservoir Elevation: 852.00 m (2795.77 ft.) SLS Discharge: 226 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 289 m3/s Nautley River: 172 m3/s Vanderhoof:495 m3/s Snow pack: 104% long term average Skins Lake Spillway discharge will be decreased by 30 m3/s each day to minimize ďŹ&#x201A;ood risk in Vanderhoof in the coming weeks as ďŹ&#x201A;ow from the Nautley River continues to increase. Flow in the Nechako River in the Vanderhoof area is expected to be high for several weeks. Some ďŹ&#x201A;ooding in low lying areas should be expected. Current computer simulations indicate that ďŹ&#x201A;ow in the Nechako River at Vanderhoof will remain high through May and could remain high into July if a â&#x20AC;&#x153;wetâ&#x20AC;? scenario persists. The level of ďŹ&#x201A;ood risk reported in the 2015 April Flood Update brochure has receded. Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ďŹ&#x201A;ow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

21 May 2015

Reservoir Elevation: 852.93 m (2798.33 ft.) SLS Discharge: 345 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 330 m3/s Nautley River: 260 m3/s Vanderhoof: 558 m3/s INCREASE FLOW WARNING Skins Lake Spillway discharge will be managed to a target ďŹ&#x201A;ow of 600 m 3/s at Vanderhoof. This ďŹ&#x201A;ow level will cause some ďŹ&#x201A;ooding. The District of Vanderhoof held a public meeting May 21 at 7:00 pm to discuss ďŹ&#x201A;ood preparedness and the community ďŹ&#x201A;ood response plan. Rio Tinto will be hosting a meeting next week on Thursday May 28 at the Friendship Centre to present information on reservoir management and the ďŹ&#x201A;ow forecast for the coming weeks. Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ďŹ&#x201A;ow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

The amount of inďŹ&#x201A;ow to the reservoir and precipitation received over the next two weeks will determine the level of additional ďŹ&#x201A;ooding that could occur. Should the ďŹ&#x201A;ood risk increase in the next week Rio Tinto will hold a public meeting to discuss the ďŹ&#x201A;ow forecast in more detail.

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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Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ďŹ&#x201A;ow information for the Nechako River.

Career Opportunities

Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

Career Opportunities

CNC IS LOOKING FOR COLLEGE LEVEL INSTRUCTORS Work around your current schedule and teach at CNC. We are looking for qualified, interested people to teach a variety of part-time courses. University Credit Courses r 'JSTU BOE 4FDPOE :FBS -FWFM r 7BSJPVT %JTDJQMJOFT JODMVEJOH 1TZDIPMPHZ Professional & Personal Development Courses r #VTJOFTT "ENJOJTUSBUJPO 5SBJOJOH r 'PSFTUSZ BOE 'JTIFSJFT 5SBJOJOH r $PNQVUFS 5SBJOJOH r .PUPS 7FIJDMF 3FMBUFE 5SBJOJOH JODMVEJOH 'PSLMJGU 4LJE 4UFFS r 0DDVQBUJPOBM )FBMUI BOE 4BGFUZ 5SBJOJOH r 1SPGFTTJPOBM %FWFMPQNFOU 5SBJOJOH r 7BSJPVT 5SBEFT 5SBJOJOH JODMVEJOH *OEVTUSJBM .FDIBOJD r 'JSTU "JE 5SBJOJOH To be considered for the fall semester, all applications are due by June 5, 2015 "T QPTJUJPOT CFDPNF BWBJMBCMF RVBMJGJFE BQQMJDBOUT XJMM CF DPOUBDUFE GPS BO JOUFSWJFX 5P BQQMZ QMFBTF TFOE ZPVS SFTVNF UP UIF BEESFTT CFMPX 1MFBTF OPUF 'JSTU "JE DPVSTFT BOE PUIFS TQFDJGJD 7PDBUJPOBM DPVSTFT SFRVJSF SFHJTUFSFE MJDFOTFT DFSUJGJDBUJPO BOE FRVJQNFOU *O BEEJUJPO DPNQVUFS JOTUSVDUPS DBOEJEBUFT NVTU IBWF FYUFOTJWF XPSLJOH FYQFSJFODF BOE PS USBJOJOH XJUI UIF QSPHSBN T PG FYQFSUJTF 1MFBTF ensure these documents are included in your application. College of New Caledonia PO Box 5000, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Tel (250) 692-1700 Fax (250) 692-1750 EMAIL: lksdist@cnc.bc.ca

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Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a 19,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 kilometers south of Houston in west central British Columbia. The mine has been in operation since in September 1997 and closure is planned for 2021. We are currently recruiting for the following position:

MILLWRIGHT

Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor and working closely with other tradesmen and the operating department, the successful applicant will be responsible for maintenance work in the mill, crusher and other areas of the mine. Duties will include planned and preventative maintenance on the SAG mill, ball mills, crusher, conveyor belts, pumps and other equipment. The successful candidate must possess a journeymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trade qualiĹľcation and have a minimum of Ĺľve years e[perience in an industrial environment. Preference will be given to applicants with mining e[perience and individuals who are also licensed or e[perienced in welding. Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position. Huckleberry Mines is a remote mine where its employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The Millwright position works a [ schedule days in, days out . :hile at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Transportation is provided from Houston. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of beneĹľts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. :e thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 4XDOLĹľHG DSSOLFDQWV FDQ VXEPLW WKHLU UHVXPHV LQ FRQĹľGHQFH WR +XPDQ 5HVRXUFHV 'HSDUWPHQW +XFNOHEHUU\ 0LQHV /WG 3 2 %R[ +RXVWRQ % & 9 - = )D[ (PDLO +5#+XFNOHEHUU\PLQHV FRP

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Announcements

Information THE ARTHRITIS SOCIETY B.C. and Yukon division is your primary source and resource of the latest print and electronic information, programs and services about arthritis. 1-800321-1433 or visit www.arthritis.ca/bc THE CHRONIC DISEASE Education Clinic at the Lakes District Hospital is open Tue. & Wed. from 8:30am - 4pm. The clinic provides information and teaching on various chronic illnesses such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. A doctors referral is not needed. To speak with the nurse call (250) 6922440

Help Wanted

Announcements

Employment

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Lost & Found

Auctions

WITH A PUSH OF A BUTTONâ&#x20AC;Ś.HELP IS ON THE WAY

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LOST a black Honda key around the Sne Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;al Yegh gas bar area. If found please call 778-210-0614

Lifeline, the #1 medical alert service, with the touch of a button, provides immediate assistance to seniors in emergency situations, 24 hours a day 365 days a year. This service helps you live more independently in the comfort of your own home while providing peace of mind for you and your family. For more information on this valuable service, contact Northern Health at 1800-851-0184 or call Rotary Representative Sandy Dore at 250-692-7761 at the Bulkley Valley Credit Union - Lakes District Branch.

Help Wanted

30 ROUMIEU DRIVE BOX 307 BURNS LAKE BC V0J 1E0

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Tahtsa Timber Ltd is looking for a

MILLWRIGHT No high school diploma and/or ticket required, but minimum 2 years experience Zorking in this Âżeld Job duties include, but not limited to: welding, fabricating and repair work in small sawmills. $30.14/hour, after 40 hours OT wage is $45.21/hour, plus holiday pay. Life insurance, AD & D insurance, extended medical and dental starts after 6 months. 40 hours/week. Work is in the Burns Lake area, BC. Email resumes to angelika@tahtsa.ca

RECREATION SUMMER PROGRAM LEADERS The Village of Burns Lake is seeking a qualified, competent and committed individual for seasonal employment opportunities with the Recreation Department for the Summer of 2015 (June 22nd to August 24th). Applicants should submit a detailed resume, with cover letter, that reflects their knowledge, skills, abilities and enthusiasm relevant to the position no later than 4:00pm June 5th, 2015. Attn: Director of Recreation Services Village of Burns Lake, PO Box 570 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Or send to: djung@burnslake.ca Subject Line: Summer Program Leader 2015

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit online: CareerStep.ca/MT or call 1855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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WaterBridge Equipment Inc.

Office Administrator

WaterBridge Equipment Inc. is accepting applications for a full time Office Administrator. Applicants must be highly organized with strong computer skills. Duties include payroll; personnel; administration of benefit programs; budget tracking; accounts payable; accounts receivable; traffic statistics; petty cash; reception. A detailed job description and application form can be obtained at our office (Northside ferry terminal) or by emailing mneave@waterbridge.org Closing date: May 29, 2015

Auctions

AUCTION SALE DECKER LAKE STARLAND STORAGE SITE HWY 16, 7km west of Burns Lake

â&#x20AC;˘ Rockwell/Delta bandsaw (220) â&#x20AC;˘ 12â&#x20AC;? Ridgid planer â&#x20AC;˘ 6â&#x20AC;? angle grinder, bench grinder â&#x20AC;˘ Skil saws â&#x20AC;˘ 1â&#x20AC;? belt sander, palm sanders â&#x20AC;˘ Metric tap & die set â&#x20AC;˘ 4 pc sandblast kit (new) â&#x20AC;˘ Mortising, dowel & dado kits â&#x20AC;˘ Large assortment of grinding & cutting wheels, drill bits, router bits, wire wheels & saw blades â&#x20AC;˘ Glass suction cups (800 lb cap) â&#x20AC;˘ Hand tools HOUSEHOLD â&#x20AC;˘ Teak dining table/6 chairs â&#x20AC;˘ Teak coffee table â&#x20AC;˘ Inlaid Oak coffee & end table â&#x20AC;˘ (3) dining room suites â&#x20AC;˘ Table/4 chairs, Pine Buffet â&#x20AC;˘ (2) fold-up cots, Futon â&#x20AC;˘ Kroehler loveseat â&#x20AC;˘ Couch & loveseat â&#x20AC;˘ Orthopedic bed (Queen size) â&#x20AC;˘ Bedroom suite, Dressers â&#x20AC;˘ (12) padded folding chairs (New) â&#x20AC;˘ Electric stove & Propane stove â&#x20AC;˘ (2) fridges, dehumidifier ANTIQUES â&#x20AC;˘ Renfrew Chateau wood cookstove â&#x20AC;˘ Beatty wash machine/copper tub â&#x20AC;˘ (2) Beatty galv tubs â&#x20AC;˘ Singer sewing machine â&#x20AC;˘ (2) cross-cut saws TACK â&#x20AC;˘ English saddle with rigging â&#x20AC;˘ New saddle pads, blankets, halters, headstalls Misc household items & more

For information call Richie at 250-698-7377 or 250-698-7351 Terms of sale: Cash, certified cheque or cheque with two pieces of I.D. Concession on Grounds Not responsible for accidents

Needed immediately Full or Part time. Competitive Wages & BeneďŹ ts. Drop resume off at Cloud Nine #2-3830 2nd Ave Smithers or email: jgroves@citywest.ca

Help Wanted COASTAL Logging Company looking for an experienced grapple yarder operator. Town job with the possibility of a labour contract to the right individual. Email resume to northviewtimber@shaw.ca Lakes District Museum Job opening. Collage or University student for four months, starting in May. Apply at the museum. Monday to Friday. Phone (250) 692-7450

Medical/Dental MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today. 1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com or email: info@canscribe.com

Services

SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2015 @ 10:00 A.M. â&#x20AC;˘ 8 X 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; campshack â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6â&#x20AC;? walls/ wired/metal clad â&#x20AC;&#x201C; treated skids â&#x20AC;˘ Gooseneck stock trailer â&#x20AC;˘ Older Murray 2 horse trailer â&#x20AC;˘ Motorcycle trailer â&#x20AC;˘ 1999 Chev Cavalier â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 cyl auto â&#x20AC;˘ 1998 Chev Malibu â&#x20AC;&#x201C; V6 auto â&#x20AC;˘ (4) 15â&#x20AC;? studded snow tires on rims â&#x20AC;˘ Kubota tractor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 18 hp/3pt. Rototiller â&#x20AC;˘ Core cutting saw 14â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Brute lawnmower â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6.5 h.p. â&#x20AC;˘ Craftsman 10 hp snowblower â&#x20AC;˘ Poulin & Homelite chainsaws â&#x20AC;˘ 10 sheets 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; galv. roof metal (new) â&#x20AC;˘ Treated 4â&#x20AC;?x4â&#x20AC;?x10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; timbers â&#x20AC;˘ Large roll chain link fencing â&#x20AC;˘ Large roll filter cloth â&#x20AC;˘ Deep well pump â&#x20AC;˘ 2 cases pipe insulation â&#x20AC;˘ (2) 325 gal. Turtle water tanks â&#x20AC;˘ (2) caged water tanks â&#x20AC;˘ 10 rolls fire hose (new) â&#x20AC;˘ Small Generator â&#x20AC;˘ (2) shop vacs, 12â&#x20AC;? exhaust fan â&#x20AC;˘ (2) large commercial yard lights â&#x20AC;˘ Herman Nelson construction heater â&#x20AC;˘ Oil filled heater & electric heaters â&#x20AC;˘ Geo stove (kerosene) â&#x20AC;˘ Fire extinguishers â&#x20AC;˘ Large First Aid cabinets/supplies (2) â&#x20AC;˘ New helicopter stretcher â&#x20AC;˘ Large Commercial ice cooler â&#x20AC;˘ (2) Dog carriers â&#x20AC;˘ Bicycles, Snowshoes (3 sets) â&#x20AC;˘ 4 man dome tent â&#x20AC;˘ Extension ladder & step ladders TOOLS â&#x20AC;˘ router table

Esthetician

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Pets & Livestock

Livestock FOR SALE 4 year old Registered Red Angus Bull. Located in the Topley area. More info: (250) 696-3379

8 x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; campshack - 6â&#x20AC;? walls wired - metal clad - treated skids, Gooseneck stock trailer, Older Murray 2 horse trailer, motorcycle trailer, 1999 Chev Cavalier - 4 cyl auto, 1998 Chev Malibu - V6 auto, (4) 15â&#x20AC;? studded snow tires on rims, Kubota tractor - 18 hp/3pt., rototiller, core cutting saw 14â&#x20AC;?, Craftsman 10 hp snowblower, Poulin & Homelite chainsaws, 10 sheets 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; galv. roof metal (new), treated 4â&#x20AC;?x4â&#x20AC;?x10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; timbers, large roll chain link fencing, large roll filter cloth, deep well pump, 2 cases pipe insulation, (2) 325 gal Turtle water tanks, (2) caged water tanks, 10 rolls fire hose (new), small generator, (2) shop vacs, variety of tools, (2) large commercial yard lights, Herman Nelson construction heater, oil filled heater & electric heaters, Geo stove (kerosene), fire extinguishers, large First Aid cabinets/supplies (2), new helicopter stretcher, large commercial ice cooler, (2) dog carriers, bicycles, snowshoes (3 sets), extension ladder & step ladders. HOUSEHOLD: Teak dining table/6 chairs, Teak coffee table, Inlaid Oak coffee & end table, (3) dining room suites, table/4 chairs, Pine buffet, (2) fold-up cots, futon, Kroehler loveseat, couch & loveseat, orthopedic bed (Queen size), bedroom suite, dressers, (12) padded folding chairs (new), electric stove & propane stove, (2) fridges. ANTIQUES: Beatty wash machine/copper tub, (2) Beatty galv tubs, Singer sewing machine, (2) cross-cut saws. TACK: English saddle with rigging, new saddle pads, blankets, halters, headstalls. Misc household items & more

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 778-281-0030 in town.

Rentals Suites, Lower LARGE BRIGHT 2 bedroom suites in a safe and secure building. Close to school and hospital. Large patio, in-suite storage and storage lockers available. On site management. Heat, hot water and cable included for $725 per month. Call (250) 692-3959 and leave message.

Transportation

Recreational/Sale 2007 INNSBRUCK Supreme 26RLS travel trailer. New awning and 2 new 6 volt batteries 2014, excellent condition. $12,000.00 obo Phone Stuart at (250) 692-7565

Boats

For information call Richie at 250-698-7377 or 250-698-7351 Sale conducted by Schmidt Auction

Fight Back. Heavy Duty Machinery FOR Sale: North West Coast, Logging Road Heavy Equipment, Traxxon Rock Drills, Excavators, Cats, and numerous parts. Call 250-615-6523.

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YEARLING RED Angus bulls for sale. Different birth weights. 250-845-8562.

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Neta Gerow was born at Noralee, July 9, 1926 to Nora and Lee Newgard. She lived her whole life in the Lakes District. She passed away May 10, 2015 in the Burns Lake Hospital with her loving family by her side. Predeceased by her husband Ken, mother Nora and her father Lee, sister Dorothy, brother in-law Erhart Goldecker, brother in-law Rene Gervais, daughter in-law Linda. Neta is survived by sons John (Louise), George (Joy) and daughter Florence (Rolly), seven grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, sisters Anne Baggerman (Pete), Nancy Szydlik (Carl), Grace Gervais, brother Stan Newgard as well as many nieces and nephews.

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