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Newly elected prime minister has repeatedly opposed project FLAVIO NIENOW Speaking in Ottawa on June 17, 2014, Canada’s newly elected prime minister Justin Trudeau said if he “won the honour of serving as prime minister, the Northern Gateway Pipeline would not happen.” “The Northern Gateway Pipeline threatens not only the B.C. coastal economy but the jobs of thousands of people who live on the ocean,” Trudeau said during his announcement. “I’ve met with many British Columbians who make their living out of the pristine coastal waters; it is not a place for a pipeline.” Trudeau’s announcement was made shortly after the federal government had approved the $7-billion project and imposed 209 conditions recommended by the National Energy Board. Enbridge Inc. proposes the construction of a 1200-km twin pipeline that would carry diluted bitumen from Alberta’s oilsands to B.C.’s coast, passing directly through Burns Lake. In a statement released shortly after the approval of the project, the liberals criticized the conservatives’ decision to approve the project. “The prime minister and his conservative government have spent years trying to ram through the Northern ...see ENBRIDGE
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FLAVIO NIENOW In the story ‘Trial date for triple murder case to be set soon’ published in the Lakes District News’ Aug. 19, 2015, edition, the date of the preliminary hearing for the case of Rueben Buhler - - the man arrested in relation to a triple homicide in Burns Lake - was expected to be determined on Sept. 9, 2015. However, the date for the preliminary hearing was not determined on that date. Instead another fixed date was set for Oct. 14, 2015. Back in September, Buhler’s lawyer Jordan Allingham explained that the defence still had a “large volume of disclosure” to read before a trial could take place, and the Crown had yet to provide all of the disclosure. It turns out the fixed date set for Oct. 14 was also adjourned, and a new fixed
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date was set for Dec. 10, 2015. This time, Allingham declined to comment. Buhler has been charged with three counts of second degree murder and remains in custody. On April 27, 2015, at 8:25 a.m., the Burns Lake RCMP attended a residence in the 200 block of Fifth Avenue in Burns Lake after receiving a report of potential foul play. Neighbours said they heard gun shots ring out around 6 a.m. When officers entered the residence, they found three people - one woman and two men - dead inside. The identities of all three victims are still not being released. Allingham told Lakes District News back in September that a preliminary hearing would likely be set for March 2016. Buhler remains in custody. For privacy and security reasons, B.C. Corrections cannot confirm where an inmate is being held.
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Speaking from his campaign office while watching the results come in, Nesbitt said his results had “absolutely nothing to do with my perCanadians woke up Oct. 20, 2015, to a new formance and my team and anything we did. It's government that few predicted at the outset of that we got caught up in that anti-Conservative, the 78-day campaign, or even thought could anti-Harper wave. And that's just what it was. I happen just a few weeks ago. make no regrets about how we campaigned.” The Liberal party won a majority government, Nesbitt even suggested Cullen, who ran third making Justin Trudeau the country's secondthe last time the NDP had a national leadership youngest prime minister ever. race, would make a viable candidate once again. The NDP's Nathan Cullen was sent back to “If he does in the end, Nathan and I will never Ottawa to represent Skeena-Bulkley Valley for agree on many issues but at the very least I don't a fifth consecutive term. While his party took a think it would be such a bad thing for the reprehit, dropping back to third party status, Cullen sentative of the Skeena-Bulkley Valley to lead a finished well ahead of his opponents. Nathan Cullen major federal party,” said Nesbitt. “The country overwhelmingly decided on Cullen would not commit to anything when it progressive platforms. The Liberals presented a platform that was broadly progressive, as did we. We were not came to his future within the NDP party on election night. Layton said he hopes to run for the Liberal party again in four able to outshine them in the broad narrative, in the conversation years. He was pleased with his result, with his main goal aside of the campaign. “But I take some comfort in the fact that if anything we were from winning being to make a marked improvement from the criticized for it was being too centrist on our fiscal policy. It's an dismal 2011 numbers for his party. “Realistically we went into this with an opposition candidate interesting criticism to make of the NDP, that we were too careful with the books or we were too careful with not running deficits,” that was entrenched in here for 11 years, well-liked,” said Layton. He added that the increase in Liberal support in the Northwest said Cullen. With over 98 per cent of the votes counted in the Northwest, would put Cullen on notice. “This will show Nathan that he's going to have to work hard to Cullen had 51.2 per cent of the vote. That is slightly below his 55 per cent take in 2011. Conservative Tyler Nesbitt was in second make sure he keeps his seat.” Voter turnout was up in the country and in the Northwest. with 24.7 per cent, below the party's 34.4 per cent finish in 2011. Liberal Brad Layton was in third with 18.7 per cent support, well Turnout in 2011 was 57.7 per cent. This election it was up above 68.3 per cent. ahead of his party's 3.6 per cent share of the vote from 2011.
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Time to tackle climate change
Myths of the Highway of Tears
Last winter, temperatures averaged 3.5 C above normal in the Lakes District. Although meteorologists say this winter won’t be as warm, they still expect temperatures to average 2-3 C above normal in the region. This is largely due to a combination of a strong El Nino and above normal sea surface waters over the Pacific. However, Canadian winters have been trending warmer – an average of 3 C warmer - over the past 67 years. AccuWeather meteorologists say global warming has played a “direct and indirect role” in the warming trend across Canada. From Nov. 30 to Dec. 11, 2015, Paris will be hosting the United Nations climate conference, known as COP21. Representatives from more than 190 countries will gather to discuss a global climate treaty to (hopefully) significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with the aim of keeping global warming below 2 C. Canada’s newly elected prime minister Justin Trudeau seems to bring a new boost to Canada’s environmental efforts. During his first post-election press conference, Trudeau said he had already spoken with a number of premiers about attending the Paris summit together. Canada’s premiers have agreed that everyone not facing an election campaign will attend the climate change summit in Paris with Trudeau, according to a Canadian Press story published by the National Post. In addition, Trudeau has already invited – or has plans to invite - opposition party leaders to be part of the Canadian delegation to the summit, including Green leader Elizabeth May, NDP leader Tom Mulcair and whomever will be leading the Conservative party. “I will be engaging with the premiers in the coming weeks to establish a strong position for Canada so that people know that Canada’s years of being a less-than-enthusiastic actor on the climate change file are behind us,” said Trudeau during his first post-election press conference. This inclusive and proactive approach to tackle environmental issues is much different from what Canadians have gotten used to. For years the Conservative government had strictly limited participation in delegations to previous climate summits, usually excluding opposition parties. Stephen Harper has been internationally criticized for his unenthusiastic approach (to say the least) to climate change. In 2011, Canada controversially abandoned the Kyoto protocol, and the country is not even close to meeting its 2020 greenhouse gas reduction target under the Copenhagen Accord – to cut emissions by 17 per cent by 2020. In a Toronto Star editorial, Rick Smith, Executive Director of the Broadbent Institute, brilliantly says that Harper’s years of environmental neglect might have actually created an opportunity for Canadians. “Now that Canada’s environmental house has been thoroughly burned to the ground it seems to me we have an opportunity; there’s no pretending anymore; we have nothing; so at some point we’ll have the chance to rebuild.” Smith points out that Harper’s lack of interest in environmental issues created an equal and opposite reaction - “a fierce and rejuvenated environmental movement.” He adds that this is the time to build a “truly modern and effective federal environmental architecture; a new, worldclass series of laws and policies that for the first time qualify as something Canadians can be proud of.” The Liberals promise to bring about change by investing in clean technologies, restoring credibility to environmental assessments and protecting wildlife and waterways. More specifically, the Liberals plan to phase out fossil fuel subsidies and create a ‘green investment bond’ to develop more renewable energy. Trudeau certainly seems to bring a whole new level of hope for Canadians concerned about the environment. There’s an important road ahead, and Trudeau’s environmental efforts will be crucial in bringing a much needed change.
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The scandal of the week at the B.C. legislature is what could be termed “delete-gate.” Primarily, it revolves around 36 pages of government emails that the NDP opposition has been trying for a year to get under freedom of information legislation. They relate to a series of meetings between transportation ministry bureaucrats and remote communities along Highway 16, between Prince George and Prince Rupert. If you want all of the accusations about government secrecy and alleged cover-ups, I invite you to read “Access Denied,” the latest report of the Information and Privacy Commissioner at www. oipc.bc.ca, and transcripts of question period in the legislature this week. What you won’t find there is much discussion of the actual problem, which is a shortage of safe and practical transportation options in and out of these communities, most of which are federally funded aboriginal reserves far from the region’s only highway. What we have seen for decades is a dramatic media narrative about one or more serial killers preying on vulnerable women hitch-hiking along what is now known world-wide as the Highway of Tears. The Wikipedia entry for Highway of Tears gives a sense of the credibility of this narrative. It begins with the unsolved murder of Gloria Moody, last seen leaving a bar in Williams Lake in 1969. That’s a long way from Highway 16. Then there was Monica Jack, killed in 1978. DNA technology resulted in a charge finally being laid last year against a known serial rapist. This was even further away, near Merritt, and she was a 12-year-old riding her bike. Other cases involve street prostitution in and around Prince George, an urban hub for a large aboriginal population similar to Regina and Winnipeg. Discussion in Victoria focuses on urban notions of increased transit, in places where existing service may be under-used. Nationally, the narrative is that deep-seated social problems within aboriginal communities would somehow be solved by a lawyer-heavy judicial inquiry that looks only at tragedies involving women. If you drive Highway 16 today, you will see fading billboards pleading for information on the disappearance of Madison Scott. She was last seen in the early hours of May 28, 2011, after a grad party in the woods outside Vanderhoof. Her truck and tent were still there. Again, nothing to do with hitch-hiking, but at least it was near Highway 16. Here’s something else you won’t often hear in the Highway of Tears melodrama. There is commercial bus service on Highway 16, although Greyhound reduced frequency in 2013 as it struggles with low ridership and high costs. BC Transit also operates bus service to some remote communities like Kispiox and Gitsegukla, connecting them south to Smithers. But BC Transit requires local governments and riders to cover about half the cost. Indian Act reserves don’t pay. North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice has noted that what people in remote communities ask for is a way to get back and forth for shopping and medical appointments. Yes, shopping is an important need, as those who live in remote areas can tell you. And Northern Health already runs a bus service for remote residents who need medical care. Rice’s observations at least move us toward practical solutions, although most of her effort seems directed towards political blame. I hope the infamous 36 pages of emails are eventually released, since they were not deleted but rather excluded from release. They may bring the discussion back to the actual public service issue, which is what realistic transportation options exist for these communities.
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Flavio Nienow Colleymount Road users are being asked to identify and prioritize what they feel needs to change to improve conditions of the road. According to residents, Colleymount Road - which extends from Francois Lake’s ferry landing to km 54 – has had a significant increase of commercial and non-commercial traffic and presents safety issues such as narrow, blind corners and sloughing on both road portions and embankments. The B.C. ministry of transportation and infrastructure wants residents to document problem areas along Colleymount Road and share this information with the ministry. This would help ministry officials better assess the situation and decide on the need to address priority spots. The ministry-led group, called the ‘Colleymount Road user group,’ met in Burns Lake on Oct. 23, 2015, at the Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce. Comprised of local residents, industry, local government and other key stakeholders, the ministry-led group was formed earlier this year despite the existence of another group which was created by local residents - the Colleymount Road working group. Rita Lavoie, member of the residents-led group, was initially not pleased when the ministry-led group was created. She now says the two groups have been working well together. “I am feeling quite pleased with the interchange between our Colleymount Road working group and the ministry created user group,” she said. Although Lavoie said there was “an honest and considerate exchange of ideas” during the meeting, when it comes to actual implementation of projects Lavoie is not so optimistic. She said substantial changes to Colleymount Road might still be “a long
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side roads within this geographical area. Steven Burkholder, General Manager at Tahtsa Group, complimented the work LDM has been doing on Colleymount Road. “Lakes District Maintenance has done a good job and we appreciate it; the brushing has helped the most for our guys." Burkholder said Tahtsa crews try to avoid using Colleymount Road “as much as they can to help residents.” Lavoie said residents have been concerned about significant safety issues exacerbated by large logging trucks, industrial traffic and tourist vehicles. “I think there is also a lack of appreciation [by the ministry] of the amount of traffic on the road, the heavy logging trucks, the large vacation vehicles and the impact this has on a seal coated and gravelled road,” she said. “It is not the kind of road that can realistically accommodate the heavy traffic.” The residents-led Colleymount Road working group recently gathered 929 signatures for a petition to improve conditions of Colleymount Road. The petition was sent to Todd Stone, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, along with photos of the road and the results of a road count conducted by the group. During the 12-hour road count, 281 vehicles travelled on Colleymount Road carrying 371 individuals. “Looking at these numbers, over a five-day period from Monday to Friday, there would be 1405 vehicles transporting 1855 individuals,” explained Lavoie. The traffic count was conducted at the junction of Hwy. 35 and Colleymount Road from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sept. 3; and from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 4, 2015. This traffic count did not include logging trucks. A traffic count conducted earlier by the group suggested that there could be up to 65 logging trucks per day travelling on the road. The residents-led group will be holding a community meeting at the Trout Creek Hall on Nov. 4, 2015, at 7 p.m. During the meeting, residents will be asked to help document problems they see on the road to assist the ministry-led Colleymount Road user group.
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Inquest recommendations discussed with Babine employees
We complied with the vast majority of recommendations, says Hampton Affiliates CEO
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According to Steve Zika, Chief Executive Officer of Hampton Affiliates – company that owns Babine Forest Products, the sawmill has “complied with the vast majority” of the coroner’s inquest recommendations. The inquest into the explosion that killed two workers at Babine Forest Products in 2012 concluded Aug. 31, 2015, with 41 recomThe Early Childhood Development mendations to improve safety in the industry – 11 of which were directed to Babine Forest Products. Committee (ECDC) Although Zika did not want to make a public comment about each recommendation, the CEO discussed the progress made on each recommendation with all Babine employees earlier this month. is now accepting funding applications for local “As I committed publicly, I presented to the Babine crew each recommendation from the inquest and what our response has been initiatives that meet the following objectives: or will be,” he said. • Increase community capacity One of these responses was that the company has improved its employee • Increase service delivery effectiveness relations and First Nations cultural awareness. Workers’ testimony during the • Engage “hard to reach” families inquest exposed concerns with “bullying, intimidation and discrimination,” which might have prevented workers from bringing forward safety concerns. • Increase opportunities for early The jury recommended professional training for all employees in workplace identification and screening, and improve This NEW program provides seniors with an harassment. In addition, the company was advised to consider an Aboriginal outcomes for children and families opportunity to make new friends and enjoy a friendly liaison coordinator or worker ombudsman to assist employees with workplace visit while participating in a variety of activities. concerns. Funds must be spent by March 31, 2016 Afternoons will be filled with games and crafting Workers’ testimony also showed that, during the explosion, it was too dark as well as “Lunch & Learn” sessions providing Deadline for submissions: outside of the mill, which caused disorientation and the inability to find a safe information on topics relevant to seniors. place in a reasonable amount of time. Therefore the jury advised the company Friday, November 6, 2015 The program is FREE to anyone 65 years or older. to ensure all plants have proper outdoor lighting, a fire pumping system and a stand-alone first aid facility. All of these installations should be serviced by a If you are 65 or older and would like more information For more information please contact: fully functional automatic emergency power system. on the program or are interested in volunteering, Samantha Gernhart, Coordinator ECD Committee The testimony also exposed major gaps in fire code knowledge and inspecplease contact: Phone: 778-669-0007 Email: lakesdistrict.sx6@gmail.com tion requirements. The jury advised the company to ensure compliance with Kelly Turford, Executive the national fire code, including that an annual fire inspection be completed Director @ 250 692 7577 www.burnslakefamilies.ca/ecdc by a qualified person having jurisdiction in the area. In addition, the company was advised to review its evacuation procedures annually with all workers and Lakes District Community Services Society conduct fire drills periodically. “Certainly the entire industry and government has learned a lot about combustible dust Box 480, Highway 16, Burns Lake since the two accidents – at Babine Forest Products and Lakeland Mills in 2012 - and Doug 250-692-7692 • Henry 250-692-6710 • Office 250-692-7288 there is considerably more sharing of safety Charming log home This fine home on Exceptionally well maintained, information than ever on the desirable north a centrally located with many recent updates that shore of Francois landscaped village is include all flooring, new interior Team before,” said Zika. Lake. This home is bright, clean and classy. doors, light fixtures and fresh paint suitable for yearExtensively renovated throughout. New hot water tank, “We are not perfect Concept round living. The interior featuring furnace and recently renovated in everything we do, well maintained 3 rosewood and tile basement add incredible value to bedroom, 2 bathroom floors, maple kitchen this property. This home also feaSelling but safety is always our cabin is bright, neat cabinets and bathroom tures 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 and available for immediate occupancy. Featuring vaulted ceilings, wrapvanity. French doors slate adorned fireplaces, kitchen craft cabinets, sunken living room and unique front highest priority and we around deck with a spectacular view of the lake, sauna and a full basement. lead to a large south facing sundeck that is partially covered and offers great entrance. Outside basement entry into laundry/utility room and onto large family have a culture of ‘a betThe basement has an outside entry and a workshop. There is a custom fireplace, views of Burns Lake and surrounding hills. Numerous perennials, trees and shrubs room with lots of natural light. Outside features include paved driveway, double atRE/MAX which enhances the European style and comfort this home brings. tached garage, fenced and landscaped yard, multi-level decks with hot tub. adorn the fenced yard. A great choice for a home in a market that is on the rise. ter way every day’ so $ $ $ 269,000.00 239,900.00 112,900.00 we will continue to imFranchise Fantastic drilled well proExceptional opporFrancois Lake 84-acre prove,” he added. vides plenty of water for tunity offered in this parcel with astounding
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lake views located at Km 47 on Colleymount Road. Current zoning may permit subdivision opportunities. Property is covered in young pine and spruce, and has Crown land on the western border. A proposed road is developed on the southerly portion of the property, and creates approximately 10 acres of easily-accessed building lots. This area has an abundance of wildlife and great fishing opportunities.
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In town location - out of town privacy. This 1.15 acre property is tucked away in a mature forest but conveys park like attitude. Established fruit trees, raised beds, hot tub, in ground sprinkler and elaborate deck and walkways enhance the outdoors. A 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3600 sq ft executive style home featuring cathedral entrance, fireplace, custom kitchen and more complete. This excellent location worth considering.
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Landscaped Tchesinkut lakeshore property ten minutes from town. There are two extensive retaining walls and a large dock. Besides having a regular double car garage there is an additional 1600 sq. ft. 3 car garage/shop, central floor drain, and indoor parking for an RV. The main floor of the house has a big kitchen with lots of cabinets, a dining area, a large master bedroom with a southern exposure and a spacious, beautiful ensuite. There are two other roomy bedrooms upstairs. Downstairs there is a southern exposed recreation room, another bedroom and a third bathroom.
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Lakeshore retreat located on the shores of Babine Lake in the Northern Interior of BC. Landscaped and well established outside living area 0.91 acre in size with an estimated 70 meters of lakeshore. Property is benched and offers great views from the upper portion and homesite location. Outbuildings include greenhouse, guest cabin, carport and storage sheds. A large fenced garden is a proven producer of vegetables. The home has been used seasonally but is capable of year round dwelling.
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44.22 acre property located approximately 4 km from the Francois Lake Ferry on the north side of the lake. This property was formerly used as a Llama Ranch and all the infrastructure remains. Perimeter is fenced with extensive corrals and cross-fencing, all completed with 6 foot high chain-link product. Quality built barns, shelters and vet facilities are on site. Great lake views in an awesome location. Replacement cost far exceeds the list price.
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Here is a great home in the desirable Decker Lake area. This two bedroom home is immaculate. The kitchen has ample beautiful cabinets with generous counter space. The living room has a gas fireplace and the whole home is very bright. The spacious lot has a great lawn and garden area, and comes with three good sheds. This is the best of country living, close to town.
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Recently updated home in a very private creekside location on a no thru road. The main floor offers 3 bedrooms, one bathroom, and large dining, kitchen and living room areas. The entire main floor is completely finished with new laminate flooring, new kitchen cabinets, all new windows and doors. The unfinished basement is a clean canvas awaiting your ideas. An outside basement entry opens up the potential for an in-law suite. The value is here and this home is definitely worth a look.
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1.2 acres of beautiful Francois Lake North Shore lakefront property. Approximately 120 feet of southern exposed lakeshore on BC’s second longest natural lake. This undeveloped property is covered in trees, has good access and hydro is available. An abundance of wildlife and some of the finest fishing are found here.
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Northern Health launches photo contest to promote healthy aging
Healthy aging is the theme of a photo contest being run across northern B.C. by Northern Health’s Healthier You Promotions and Engagement committee until November 8, 2015. The contest will draw attention to healthy aging through a focus on social connectedness and creating welcoming and inclusive communities. “Northern Health’s community consultation on healthy aging and seniors’ wellness found that social connection and community involvement are pivotal to health,” said Dr.
Sandra Allison, Chief Medical Health Officer. “This, combined with a population in northern B.C. that is aging more rapidly than in the rest of the province, is why the committee is focusing on healthy aging in 2015 and 2016 and why we’ve launched a photo contest to support this focus.” Northern B.C. residents are encouraged to submit photos that depict healthy aging for a chance to win weekly prizes, as well as a grand prize. With a different theme each week, the contest will encourage people to show how
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their communities are inclusive, promote engagement for all ages, foster volunteerism and support strong relationships. At the end of the contest, the photographs submitted by residents that best capture the theme of healthy aging and social connectedness will be turned into posters and materials that will be distributed to local health units. The photo contest can be accessed via http:// blog.northernhealth.ca/connect. All photos submitted by November 8, 2015 will be eligible for the grand prize.
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Outstanding Customer Service: Aksenz Burns Lake Auto Burnt Bikes Grizzly Jim’s General Store Home Hardware P & B Feeds Polar Park Process 4 circle arts Gallery Yarn & Sew On Community Ambassador: Aksenz Burnt Bikes Gwyn’s Green Grocer Home Hardware Overwaitea Food Group P & B Feeds Process 4 circle arts Gallery Woods N Water Yarn & Sew On Ingenuity & Innovation: Aksenz Blu Jay Sports Burns Lake Auto Burnt Bikes Woods N Water Yarn & Sew On Your Dollar Store
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Outstanding Customer Service: Bakers Acres Blue Zone Homeside Antiques Interiors by Jill Perrys x Country Rocking L Quilts Scentsy By Randi Watkins By Karen Zumba by Colleen Community Ambassador: Homeside Antiques John Illes, CGA/CPA Rocking L Quilts Scentsy By Randi Watkins by Karen Ingenuity & Innovation: Bakers Acres Homeside Antiques New Horizons Leadership Rookie Business of the Year: Bakers Acres Perry’s X Country Scentsy By Randi South Hill - Dallas Matson Zumba by Colleen
Outstanding Customer Service: Babine Forest Products BL Traffic Control ComFor Management LMR Enterprises Roots & Shoots Tahtsa Group Free Growing Forestry Community Ambassador: Babine Forest Products ComFor Management New Gold Blackwater Rio Tinto Alcan Tahtsa Group Coastal Gaslink Transcanada Tree to Tree Yinka Dene Ec. Dev. Ingenuity & Innovation: Babine Forest Products Beach Marine Free Growing Forestry Industrial Transformers New Gold Inc. - Blackwater Rio Tinto Tahtsa Group Yinka Dene Ec. Dev.
INSTITUTIONAL NON PROFIT GOVERNMENT Outstanding Customer Service: Beacon Theatre CFDC Nadina CNC Lakes District Lakes District Arts Council Lakes District Fall Fair LD Unit, Canadian Cancer Society RCMP Village of Burns Lake Work BC Community Ambassador: BL Rotary Canadian Cancer Society CNC Lakes District Lakes Artisan Centre Lakes District Arts Council Lakes District Fall Fair Lakes District Community Services Royal Canadian Legion Village of Burns Lake Wet’suwet’en First Nation Ingenuity & Innovation: Beacon Theatre Lakes Artisan Centre Lakes District Fall Fair Lakes District Arts Council LD Unit, Canadian Cancer Society Village of Burns Lake Wet’suwet’en First Nation
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Ingenuity & Innovation: A &W Alternative Grounds Bulkley Valley Credit Union Burns Lake Recycling Jennerations Jim’s Ultra Auto Kal Tire Lakeview Dental Lakes District Maintenance M. McPhail & Associates Woods N Water Rookie Business of the Year: A &W A Suite Night Alternative Grounds Burns Lake Recycling Country Grill Investors Group - Jean Marr Jennerations Matilda D’Silva New Leaf Cafe Outdoor Adventures Serenity Place - Janet Wilson Woods N Water Paul Sandercott Business of the Year: A &W Aksenz Alternative Grounds Bulkley Valley Credit Union Grapevine Jennerations Jim’s Ultra Auto Lakes District Maintenance Lakes District News Outdoor Adventures Overwaitea Food Group San Bar Sandy’s Resort Serenity Place Takysie Lake Resort Village Insurance
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Attention Hunters We cut & wrap wild & domestic animals at
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INSTRUMENTAL ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING INSTRUMENTAL (IADL) Services for Seniors Visiting
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Cheslatta has been involved in high level discussions with both B.C. and Rio Tinto to come to terms on a solution to the water management issues in their territory.
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Kenney Dam in 1952, and the creation of the Nechako Reservoir, the Cheslatta Lake and River system has been utilized as a spillway channel, linking the reservoir with the Nechako River. Different organizations began a dialogue in 2012 to solve key Nechako watershed issues, coming together informally as the Nechako Watershed Alliance. In the spring of 2015, participants decided to form a watershed roundtable that includes local, provincial and First Nations agencies, as well as academic and research communities and the general public. The composition of the panel is expected to evolve, and the roundtable intends to engage industries working within the watershed. Guided by a core leadership committee, the Nechako watershed roundtable intends to create a strategic plan to prioritize projects.
A new initiative called the ‘Nechako watershed roundtable’ gathered decision-makers in Prince George to discuss the future of the Nechako watershed. The watershed is facing significant challenges, including impacts of the mountain pine beetle epidemic and salvage logging, climate change, and the diversion of water. Judith Guichon, Lieutenant Governor of B.C., was a special guest at the roundtable’s public launch on Oct. 21, 2015, in Prince George. The inaugural meeting took place the next day. The roundtable included representatives of First Nations, local governments and other organizations with responsibilities and interests in the watershed. Participants were educated on the health of Lakes District the Nechako watershed Community Services Society and were provided with information on key watershed issues. Cheslatta Carrier Nation, one of the members of the roundtable, has great interest in these discussions. Cheslatta has been COMMITTED TO SERVING MEALS TO THE involved in high level discussions with both HOMEBOUND AND ELDERLY IN THE LAKES DISTRICT B.C. and Rio Tinto Alcan to come to terms on a long-term solution to the water management issues in their territory. MEAL DELIVERY Cheslatta has had to deal with a yearly Meal delivery flooding since 1952, is done which has caused over exclusively 60 graves to be washed by a small away. To solve this issue, Cheslatta leaders group of volunteers. proposed the construction of a cold water reHOURS: Once a week, ½ hour lease facility at Kenny (4:30-5:00 pm - Monday To Friday) Dam. Mike Robertson, SeREQUIREMENTS: nior Policy Advisor for • 18 years or older Cheslatta Carrier Nation, said the construc• Excellent communication skills tion of the cold water • Valid driver’s license release facility still re• Complete a criminal record check mains a “high priority.” “Negotiations conIF YOU ARE ABLE TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE CONTACT tinue,” he said. The annual flooding GLORIA BROWN, Program Manager at: of the Cheslatta system is due to Nechako reservoir’s elevation man“There is incredible value in being of service to others.” agement flows. Since - Elizabeth Berg author the construction of the
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Map of the proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline project. Enbridge Inc. proposes the construction of a 1200-km twin pipeline that would carry diluted bitumen from Alberta’s oilsands to B.C.’s coast, passing directly through Burns Lake. ENBRIDGE from t P1 Gateway Project at any cost, while demonizing Canadians who are concerned for the coastal economy and environmental protections.” During his election campaign, Trudeau reiterated his party’s opposition to Northern Gateway. So could this be the end for Enbridge’s controversial project? Not according to Northern Gateway’s communications manager Ivan Giesbrecht. He said the pipeline proponent “looks forward to the opportunity to sit down with Trudeau and his government” to provide an update on the progress of the project and their partnerships with First Nations and Métis people in Alberta and B.C. “We share the vision of the Trudeau government that energy projects must incorporate world-leading environmental standards and First Nations and Métis ownership,” said Giesbrecht. “We remain confident in the rigor and thoroughness of the joint review panel process; its careful examination of the Northern Gateway project was one of the most exhaustive of its kind in our country’s
history.” “When we received our approval from the government of Canada in 2014, we stated that we understood we have more work to do with First Nations and Métis communities along the pipeline corridor and with coastal British Columbia First Nations,” he added. Enbridge’s controversial project has faced opposition from several First Nations groups across the province, including the Yinka Dene Alliance – an alliance of First Nations groups in Northern B.C. First Nations chiefs in the Burns Lake area - Wet’suwet’en First Nation chief Karen Ogen, Lake Babine Nation chief Wilf Adam and Burns Lake Band chief Dan George - have also stood against the project. Earlier this month, eighteen lawsuits against Northern Gateway - launched by a collection of First Nations, environmental groups and a labour union - were presented in the federal court of appeal in Vancouver. The litigation hearing concluded Oct. 8 with judges reserving their decision on whether to sustain or quash the government’s approval of the project.
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The project was originally expected to be completed by September 2014 Flavio Nienow In the story ‘Granisle school revitalization won’t be completed till springtime' published in the Lakes District News' Feb. 25, 2015 issue, Babine Elementary-Secondary School’s revitalization project was expected to be completed by the spring of 2015. The revitalized school officially opened Oct. 23, 2015, over a year after its original completion date, which was September 2014. Back in February 2015, Manu Madhok, Director of Instruction for School District No. 91, explained that the delay had much to do with “supply and demand issues currently within the trades/ construction sector and the economic activity within the region.” School District No. 91 was not able to provide the final cost of the project by press time. Back in June 2015, Madhok said the school district was expecting the revitalization project to be approximately five per cent over the total project costs, which would equate to approximately $400,000. The ministry of education provided $5.28 million for the project while School District 91 (Nechako Lakes) committed $2 million. The revitalization project, which started in September 2013,
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Cutting down trees on Crown land without a permit is illegal
FLAVIO NIENOW Although firewood collection is permitted on Crown lands surrounding Burns Lake, the province is reminding residents that, before collecting firewood, residents should obtain a firewood permit. Cutting down trees on Crown land without an appropriate permit, or selling any such firewood, is illegal and could result in a violation ticket or fine. Greig Bethel, Public Affairs Officer for the Ministry of
Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, explained that illegal harvesting of firewood could create safety hazards for recreationalists and other forest users, and negatively affect ecosystems – including fish and wildlife habitats. These permits are free and allow people to collect and transport firewood from eligible Crown lands for personal use. The permit ensures that their firewood collection adheres to local regulations and verifies that firewood collection is permitted in the area from which people plan to obtain their wood. The permit also describes the permitted areas, methods, and amount of firewood that can legally be harvested. Permits must be printed, signed and carried with you when collecting firewood. Bethel explained that firewood collection is prohibited on
private land - including community forests and woodlots - or First Nations reserves without permission, or within provincial parks or other protected areas. In addition, the province asks residents to do their part to stop illegal harvesting by purchasing firewood only from legitimate producers who sell wood obtained either on private land or through authorized Crown land harvesting tenures. Anyone buying firewood should ask where the firewood comes from - Crown land or private land - and ask for a record of purchase. For firewood harvested on private land, the buyer should ask the seller for the district lot number and timber mark number. For firewood harvested on Crown land, legitimate commercial firewood producers should have a ‘forestry licence to cut’ document signed by the ministry of forests, lands and natural resource operations. Firewood permits are available at the Nadina Forest District office in Burns Lake, or online at www.gov.bc.ca/firewoodpermits. For more information, contact the Nadina Forest District office at 250-6922200.
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The Village of Burns Lake was doing hydrant flushing, which is done twice a year – spring and fall. This helps clean the water system from manganese. Sheryl Worthing, Chief Administrative Officer for the Village of Burns Lake, explained, “The reason we flush Hwy. 16 is because we would cause flooding if we flushed the avenues, and we are unable to release the water directly into the lake because there is chlorine in the water.” In fact, dumping that excess water directly into the lake is against environmental regulations. “By flushing Hwy. 16 it helps to clean out our storm system to get ready for spring runoff,” she said. “This process allows us to manage two maintenance requirements at one time.” The village has been using a contractor’s water truck - Davern Enterprises – to do this work. “Our water truck is too small, which means we don’t have the capacity to run the hydrants long enough to clear each section of the water system of manganese,” explained Worthing.
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What is Burns Lake willing to do to reopen its re-use shed? This was the big question at a meeting hosted by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) in Burns Lake. Mayor Luke Strimbold and about 20 local residents voiced their opinions on the value of the re-use shed on Oct. 21, 2015. Participants were anxious to come up with solutions to keep the shed open and continue safe salvaging, as a number of participants felt the decision by the RDBN was ‘throwing the baby out with the bath water.’ One participant commented, “The majority of people who are well behaved are being punished when it’s the minority who need to be held accountable for their behavior.” Discussion on solutions included installing video cameras and more signs, barriers, and implementing fines and fees. Mayor Strimbold wondered if it was a matter of design. “The other question around the re-use shed is: is it too small, should it be open, what is the layout that would deter bad behavior?” One participant felt it was matter of public awareness, explaining “I think with education people are more committed, if we don’t hear about it or know about it, I think most people just assume that everything’s good until one day we go up to use the re-use shed and there’s a big sign there saying it’s closed, and it’s a shock because we didn’t realize there were problems; I don’t think it has to get to that point.” Another participant was interested in what other regional districts have done in similar situations. Janine Dougal, Director of Environmental Services for the RDBN, replied, “The only way that [other re-use sheds] have been really effective is if they’re staffed, [and/or] have limited hours so that there’s control; it’s a little bit of a more structured scenario and it’s additional staffing.” As Dougal described what the costs would be for extra staffing across the district, one participant commented, “So if we hired somebody it would be $9 a year [for a house valued at $100,000] and so the question is how committed are we as a community to recycling, if it’s $9 a year what the
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Burns Lake residents voiced their opinions on the re-use shed closure heck are we complaining about?” Bill Miller, RDBN’s Director of Electoral Area B, wanted to ensure that people realized the re-use shed isn’t free. “We all pay for that service [through taxes] and that’s an important part in what we need from you is how much you’re willing to pay,” he said. Miller continued, “The easiest and cheapest thing for us to do is to [throw everything out] and bury it, but it’s not cheaper in the long run; it’s way more expensive, so what we have to do is, as individuals, we have to make a commitment to recycle and reuse.” Dougal justified the decision to shut down salvaging and the re-use shed by describing incidents involving parents leaving children unattended, and live ammunition and prescription medication being left in the sheds, among other
dangerous materials. “With the needle incident, this was four boxes of over a hundred used hypodermic needles mixed in with kid’s blocks [toys] at one of our sites,” she said. In response to a question from a participant, Dougal confirmed that there had also been a number of injuries at the Burns Lake site although she wasn’t able to confirm a specific number. “We have people who are trying to salvage from the metal piles and our attendants are in there trying to push up the metal, and these individuals who are doing this are the ones are getting into conflicts with our attendants; we’re trying to say to them we’re sorry you can’t climb the pile, you can’t ...see RE-USE SHED
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HURRY HARD! Curling will be starting soon! No experience necessary. We will show you how! Teams and Individuals welcome. For more information or to register a team call: Men’s League: Kevin White (692-0184) Women’s League: Halley Finch (692-4898) Mixed League: Jean Marr (691-1641)
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Movie nights at Grassy Plains The Grassy Plains Community Hall will kick off a fall and winter series of movies at the Grassy Plains Hall on Oct. 28 with Dark Shadows (PG13), and on Oct. 30 with The Wizard of Oz (G). Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the movies start at 7:00 p.m. sharp. Adults $5.00, seniors (65+) and kids (13 and under) $3.00. Families $20.00. Movie nights at the hall are a fundraiser for the Grassy Plains Community Hall Association.
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What has changed according to Dougal is the marked increase in the last couple years of incisend your kid up the pile, and it’s creating conflict.â€? dents of aggressive behavior and inappropriate maDougal added that, “This is not a knee jerk reac- terials coming into the sheds. “The majority of the general public are absolutetion, this is something we feel as staff we’ve been ly wonderful people,â€? she said. “It’s these few folks looking at for a good two or three years; this isn’t working well anymore; we’ve tried to put up sings, that are really causing some rather serious concerns we’ve tried to put up barriers we’ve tried to talk to and some rather significant liability and so that’s people; and I’ve tried to talk to people myself, and why we’re here tonight, because we’re not here to disagree with the benefits, but how do we control I’ve been sworn at.â€? Dougal further explored the reasoning behind that [behavior]?â€? Dougal concluded the meeting by acknowledgthe decision, explaining that in the past sheds ing that in her experience change is always difficult. worked well. “Now we’re shifting towards a new era where “We had volunteers; people respected them [reuse sheds]; people loved them; and were able to get waste isn’t garbage anymore, it’s a resource,â€? she great things out of them, you feel great giving stuff said. “So when we’re done with something in our so that it’s not going into the landfill, it has huge home we shouldn’t look at something as garbage to throw out; we really need to look at that and think, positives if done well; no one’s arguing that.â€? ‘Okay how do I get the best value out of what’s Join us... left in the life of that product;’ it really has to be grassroots community efforts that reFOR ally drive recycling and reuses.â€? The RDBN is still accepting feedback from 9:00am - 2:00pm community members on solutions. Dougal hopes to have feedback compiled as soon as possible to present it before the board of directors in order to in2015 Christmas vestigate the feasibility Banquet Menu of different ideas. will be available Oct. 30, 2015 Any members of the public interested in providing feedback can pick up a form at the RDBN office and subClosed Mondays for fall and winter. mit it in person, by mail Hwy 16 • Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622 • Pub: 250-692-3078 or by email. RE-USE SHED from t P14
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Business excellence awards nominees The Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce held a nominee reception last week, recognizing all the local business that were nominated for a business excellence award. The awards evening will be held Nov. 6, 2015. For tickets or more information please call Susan or Randi at the chamber 250-692-3773. Laura Blackwell photo
One of three schools updated GRANISLE SCHOOL from t P11 solution to creating school space, compared to portables. Charlene Seguin, School District 91 Superintendent, said Babine Elementary-Secondary school has played a major role in the lives of residents from Granisle and Tachet for many years. “It is our hope that this beautiful facility will serve as both a learning hub and a gathering place for many years to come,” she said. “We are grateful for the actions of the government in turning our dream of a beautiful and efficient new school into a reality." The revitalization project is part of the government's $17-million modular school pilot program
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The society is currently seeking members of the Southside communities to join the society. There is no annual fee required to be a member. Those who live or work on the Southside are eligible for membership. There will be an election for two community-based Board Members.
Date: Monday, November 16th, 2015 Time: 1:00 p.m. Location: Southside Health & Wellness Centre
ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS WELCOME! FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 250-694-3270
For info call Area Coordinator John Neufeld 250-692-7949 or
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to renew aging infrastructures in rural B.C. To date, three aging schools have been updated or replaced through the modular school pilot program, which was announced in 2012. John Rustad, MLA for Nechako Lakes, said the completion of Babine Elementary-Secondary improvement project is great news for kids, Granisle and Tachet reserve families and the community. “These new classrooms and improvements will provide students a positive and safe learning environment and help strengthen our community," he said.
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Happy Halloween!
November 9th to 21st
Thank you
The Rotary Club of Burns Lake would like to thank all the community members who attended our beer and wine tasting evening. It was a fun filled evening and because of the community support we had, we were able to raise
1200 for Burns Lake Search and Rescue.
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We encourage everyone to follow the following tips for a safe Halloween night:
Thanks to Woodland Bakery for going the extra mile for us and doing our specials request for pretzels - everyone loved them. Thanks to the Burns Lake Fire Department for donating ice to us and to Kim Piper, Deonne Wright and Michelle Culberson for all your help.
• wear bright and visible costumes and clothing; • carry a flash light; • wear costumes that are comfortable and easy to move in; • make sure costumes do not restrict visibility; • all youngsters should be with a responsible adult; • an adult should check all candy for hazards before eating; and, • most importantly be safe and have fun!
See you all next year!
Rotary Club of Burns Lake
For more info on the community forest, call BL ComFor (250) 692-7724
Canadian Cancer Society Office Hours are Tues., Wed. & Fri. from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Phone (250) 692-7203 e-mail: burnslake@bc.cancer.ca.
Southside Health & Wellness Centre: Flu Vaccines will begin the second week of November, call us if you would like to be put on the call list (250) 694-3270.
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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22: Scorpio, insecurities can hinder your plans this week. Think positively and you can accomplish whatever comes your way. Lean on a friend or two if need be.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21: Taurus, you have high hopes of solidifying a relationship this week and things will go according to plan so long as you stay focused. Enjoy the fruits of your labors.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: Sagittarius, enjoy the company of others this week. Spend time with your friends and family and don’t be afraid to try new things. Fun times are ahead.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: Gemini, some interesting things unfold at the office this week. Your hard work and ability to keep a cool head will prevail, and others will notice.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Capricorn, the more you can focus on the tasks at hand, the faster you will accomplish each of your goals. Procrastination has no place in your week right now.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: You’re ready for fun and games even before the weekend arrives, Cancer. You may start daydreaming about all the plans to make. Just don’t let it distract you.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: You thrive on mental puzzles and complex concepts, Aquarius. So you’re ready to tackle whatever gets thrown your way this week. Challenges are your strong suit.
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Burnt Bike’s Octoberquest. Take theK Octoberquest to ride as many of the Burns Lake trails as you can before the snow flies. All trails that are ridden in October 2015 can be checked off. Drop forms off after Nov. 1 at Burnt Bikes or email burntbikes@hotmail. com. Trails must be ridden in full. Partial distances don’t count for a point. You don’t have to ride the full trail in one day (it can be over the month). You must ride all the trails on the list before you can start riding the bonus laps. Maps are available at Burnt Bikes.
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We all have trouble remembering passwords we don’t use every day, and it usually happens when family comes over and asks to use your WiFi. If you have a Windows 7 or 8 computer that is already connected to the network, and you have access to that computers administrative account, you can recover your existing password. In Windows 7, open the Network & Sharing Center. Click on “Manage Wireless Connections” in the upper left, and then locate your network in the list. Double click on the network to open it, then open the Security tab. Your password will be hidden, but if you click on the “Show characters” check box, it will be revealed. Windows 8 is slightly different. Go to the Control Panel and open Network and Internet. Click on “View network status and tasks”. You should see the word “Connections”, and near it you should see a WiFi icon and the name of your network. Click on the network and in the window that pops up click on Wireless Properties. Click on the Security Tab, then put a check next to Show characters and you have your password.
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Sunday School for all ages and Worship Service at 10:30am
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Pastor Steve Swires 250-692-3259
Highway 16 West, Burns Lake, B.C.
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Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. ~ Everyone Welcome ~
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SUNDAY, 10:30 AM Contact: Roland & Lisa Cataford 250-692-9196 ~Everyone Welcome ~
ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH 136 - 4th Avenue, Burns Lake
Worship Service at 10 am Sunday mornings Ministry led by lay leaders Phone 250-692-7202
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
Hours: Tues-Thurs: 4-8pm Friday & Saturday 2-8pm
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Sunday Services: 10:30 am Celebrating the Love of God www.lakesfellowship.ca Pastor Matthew Westergard 250-692-7464
LIVING WATERS CHURCH 766 Mulvaney Crescent, Burns Lake
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BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010
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
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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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Steve Dutchak was born January 2, 1925 and on October 9, 2015 at the age of 90 he departed to the eternal hunting and fishing grounds. Steve was born in Canora, Saskatchewan to parents Mary & Podor Dutchak. He was the second youngest in a family of six boys and two girls. He lived and worked in the area around Hudson’s Bay area where he grew up. He then moved west to Prince George where he met and married Mae. They lived and worked in various places in both BC and Alberta. When they moved to the Lakes District they built Birch Lane Resort on Babine Lake. Steve guided many hunting and fishing groups from all over the world and had many stories to tell of these adventures. He was active in the local Rod & Gun club and the BC Guides and Outfitters Association. After he sold the Resort he moved south and met Norah McFarlane whom he enjoyed many years with gardening, dancing and getting to know her family until she passed away. Steve then returned to Burns Lake. Steve was a great story teller, enjoyed board games, hockey and baseball. He played a large part in the grandchildren’s lives taking them fishing, teaching them about nature and answering all their endless questions. He was predeceased by his parents, five siblings, wife Mae, second wife Norah, stepdaughter Linda (Roy) Minger, grandchildren Kelly and Melvin Minger, son in laws George Senecal, Harris Hallgren and brother in law Lyle Cross. He will be forever loved and remembered by his brother Nick Dutchak and sister Anna Cross and their families. His stepchildren; Greta Senecal, Shirley Hallgren, Sivert (Mary) Andersen, Lawrence (Rosemary) Andersen, Karen Andersen and Norah’s family as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Pines care home in Burns Lake.
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Gelz, Bradley Francis “Brad” 1957-2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bradley Francis Gelz, in Vernon, British Columbia on October 19, 2015. Brad was born February 23, 1957 in Vancouver, BC to John and Ronnice Gelz. He loved fishing, golfing, and hockey. Brad loved spending time at the cabin on Francois Lake. He coached Burns Lake Midget hockey to two provincial playoffs and built lifelong relationships with many of the players. Brad was predeceased by his parents John and Ronnice. He will be forever loved and missed by his 3 children Christy (Gerry), Justin (Val) and Steven. Further cherishing his memory are his grandchildren John, Isabelle and Jane, his 2 brothers Des (Nuala), Mick (Jane) and his sister Kris (Ron) as well as his numerous nieces and nephews. Brad will be greatly missed and forever loved by all his family and friends. A celebration of his life was held at the Okanagan College on October 24, 2015 at 4pm in the Kal View Café (7000 College way, Coldstream, BC). Donations may be made to Vernon Jubilee Hospital (2101 32nd Street, Vernon BC, V1T 5L2) or Burns Lake Minor Hockey. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to: ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES ® Vernon (250) 558-0866 & Armstrong (250) 546-7237
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JOSEPH RONALD WILLIAM MAISONNEUVE Born Dec. 18, 1957 Taken Oct. 15, 2015 Age 57 Tragically lost to us all in a house fire 16 km east of Burns Lake, Hwy 16, in the early morning hours of Oct. 15. Ron planted roots in Burns Lake in 1980 where he worked for ministry of hwys / LDM.ltd for the next 35 years to support his FISHING ADDICTION! If you didn’t see him in a plaid shirt, sweat shorts and Velcro sandals with wool socks... “YOU DID NOT SEE HIM.” He had bright eyes that shone like his smile and always had a joke to tell. Dogs were always his best friend but not his soul companion, who was his wife Kathy. He liked hockey, cooking and crappy movies in need of criticism. Everything else was outdoors, yardwork, fishing, hunting, cutting firewood, bartering with garage salers or just taking the dogs to town for coffee and scratch tickets, he was always “on the go!” He is the best man, dad, friend, son, brother, husband & fishing buddy we could ask for and will be missed eternally. We love you “Captain Ron,” may your waters be calm and bites neverending. Missing you: wife Kathy McLennan, kids Travis & Chelsea Melnyk, mother Carol Kirkland, father Ron Bush, brothers Dan, Mark & Norm Maisonneuve, brothers Robbie & George Basarab, sister Nicki Boucher, best friend/co-worker Norm Synotte, best friend/lost brother Lindsay Priest. Warming our thoughts and hearts always, Love Travis Melnyk
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QUINNTON RADLEY TOM Nov. 18, 1986 - Oct. 2, 2015 Our Quinnton will not be holding a hockey stick, or a fishing rod, a baseball bat or a rifle What he will be holding is our hearts as he returns to his forever hunting grounds. “You know all that really matters are the people you love are happy and healthy. Everything else is just sprinkles on the sundae.”
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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: Tue. & Sat. 7:30pm Immaculatta Church. Women’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 Alzheimer’s please call 1-866-564-7533
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: t command of the English language t proficient with computers t effective communicator, well organized, work independently and with a team t accounting background ATTRIBUTES: t excellent written, oral and customer service skills t detail orientated with ability to learn quickly and take direction effectively t organized and have the ability to work with multiple priorities t good mathematical, accounting, reconciling and problem solving skills Previous freight experience would be an asset. A competitive wage and benefits package is offered.
Please forward your resume by October 30, 2015 to: E-mail: aslater@bandstra.com or Fax: (250) 847 5042
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Chief Administrative Officer Location: Nisga’a Village of Gingolx Deadline: November 30, 2015
Reports to: GVG Chief and Council Salary: To commensurate with qualifications
Duties: t Reports to and works directly with Chief and Council t Oversee delivery of Programs and Services t Ensure compliance to all Nisga’a Nation and Nisga’a Village Legislation(s) as per Nisga’a Treaty t Budgeting and monitoring of Annual Budgets and Work plans t Acts as a liaison on behalf of Gingolx Village Government to other entities t Supervision of Staff t Other duties as required as per job description Qualifications: t Minimum of 5 years’ experience in executive level management preferably administrative management t Previous experience as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Administrative Officer or equivalent t Knowledge of the Nisga’a Treaty is required t A Bachelor degree is Business or Public Administration is preferred however, an equivalent combination education and experience will be considered t Gingolx Village Government is an equal opportunities employer, however, may give preference to Nisga’a Citizens t Business and equipment and all Microsoft ware knowledge is a must t Some knowledge of Nisga’a Language and Culture will be an asset t Valid BC Driver’s license Qualified candidates should send application, resume, cover letter and reference letters to Gingolx Village Government, attention: Chief and Council. No emails will be accepted. Fax: 250-326-4208 Attention: C. Franklin Alexcee
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WELLNESS COUNSELOR
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 6, 2015, 12:00 P.M REPORTS TO: WELLNESS COUNSELOR SUPERVISOR Lake Babine Nation requires a Wellness Counselor to advise / counsel individuals, families, groups, or engage in prevention programs. In delivering these services, the Wellness Counselor will utilize a case management approach, consulting with associates within the Wellness team and representatives from a number of supporting agencies. The Wellness Counselor assesses and provides direct intervention or referral to appropriate service providers/programs, for clients on issues related to: addictive patterns of behavior; concurrent disorders; and other mental health, behavioral and emotional concerns such as abuse, violence, grief and loss when these are connected to addictions or the impact of addictions within the family and inter-generationally. Woyenne Reserve will be the main work station for the WELLNESS COUNSELOR and arrange for periodic visits to the communities of Tachet & Ft. Babine. Tachet Reserve approximately 130 permanent residents and is 104 km from Burns Lake, B.C. Local amenities include; a community hall, Health Clinic, and Trappers Gas station. Ft. Babine Reserve is a small native reserve community, located at the northern tip of Babine Lake, approximately 100 km north of Smithers, B.C. It is accessible by an allweather gravel logging road. There are approximately 60 year-round residents. Qualifications: t Minimum: College Diploma; Maximum: Master Degree in Psychology t 2 years or more experience with acceptable work reference t Experience in one of the following theoretical orientations: psycho dynamic – analytical existential – humanistic; social – community t Case conceptualization and report writing skills t Individual, group and family therapy skills t Thorough understanding of suicide assessment (prevention, intervention, aftercare) t An understanding of Northern cultural and political environment t An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of Council t Strong morals and ethics, along with a commitment to staff privacy t Maintain confidentiality t Class 5 Driver’s License and reliable vehicle Provide cover letter and resume to: Beatrice MacDonald Human Resources P.O. Box 879, Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0 Fax: 250-692-4790 Email: beatrice.macdonald@lakebabine.com ONLY THOSE SHORTLISTED WILL BE CONTACTED
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SERVICE WRITER Eagle Automotive in Burns Lake requires an energetic individual to join our Service Department. Job Responsibilities: • Greet customers and assist them with any inquiries • Document services • Keep customer informed on completion times, service expenses, and possible changes • Remain involved with delivery of vehicle to customer upon completion to assure all customer concerns are addressed • Build strong relationships with the customers A competitive compensation package is available. Applicants should direct their resumes to the attention of David in person or via e-mail to eagleauto@telus.net
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Complete set of drums, barely used.
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Pet of the Week Logging Truck Owner Operators
Required Full-Time for Selkin Logging Ltd. for the Vanderhoof/Fraser Lake Areas. For more information call or leave a message 250-699-6554
Trades, Technical
Trades, Technical
Tahtsa Timber Ltd. is looking for
FIELD MECHANIC (Burns Lake Area)
Responsible for operating service truck and maintaining logging equipment. Experience with Waratah Processors, and Madill Equipment required. The successful candidate will work well with others and be a problem solver.
Contact Tahtsa Timber Office email: reception@tahtsa.ca Phone: 250-692-7640 Fax: 250-692-7140
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Wilma is a beautiful Siamese/ tortie mix, ~ 2-3 yrs. old. She came to the shelter with her litter, all of whom have been adopted. She is a calm, friendly cat, who loves her outdoor space, too. If you are interested in Wilma, please contact 250-692-7476.
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Holiday spirit funding drive is back Last year, residents donated $20,000 to the Lakes District Food Bank
Flavio Nienow The Lakes District Food Bank is preparing for another edition of its successful ‘Holiday spirit funding drive,’ which last year raised approximately $20,000 to help individuals and families in need. This will be the second edition of what the organizers hope to be an annual event. This year’s funding drive starts Nov. 1, 2015, and runs up until Christmas Eve. Although the donation of non-perishable items is welcomed throughout the year, organizers are focusing on financial donations during the funding drive.
“By this time of the year, the food bank’s gaming grant has run out and we won’t get another grant until February,” explained Candice Little, Coordinator of the Lakes District Family Enhancement Society – organization that runs the Lakes District Food Bank. Little explained that the donation of nonperishable items – although always welcomed - tend to leave “gaps,” while financial donations make it easier for volunteers to “fill the gaps” and purchase food items that people need the most. Winter is the busiest time of the year for food banks across Canada. The season creates a different set of challenges for low-income individuals and families since they are not able to cultivate gardens or go fishing. Therefore, food-bank use tends to go up at this time of year. Although last year’s funding drive was a big success with donations reaching $20,000, the Lakes District Food Bank still ended the financial year (March 31, 2015) with a 15 per cent reduction in financial donations compared to the previous year. To make matters worse, the number of adults served in the Lakes District increased by 11 per cent - from 3552 adults in the 2013/14 fiscal year to 3955 in the 2014/15 fiscal year, while the number of children served remained steady at 1750. The number of boxes distributed in the 2014/15 fiscal year also increased to 1786 an increase of 146 boxes from the previous year. “This problem [hunger] is not going away any time soon,” said Little. “We have a lot of hungry people and that’s not changing; some people are employed but can’t make ends meet.” Although the need for a food bank in Burns Lake won’t be going away any time soon, neither will the generosity of people in the Lakes District. “We live in such a generous community, and we want people to know that we appreciate that,” said Little. The Lakes District Food Bank has about
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Winter is the busiest time of the year for food banks. The season creates challenges for low-income individuals and families since they are not able to cultivate gardens or go fishing. For financial donations, people can mail a cheque to Box 777 Burns Lake. 40 volunteers and is always looking for more people to help with repackaging, shopping, organizing and distributing food. Little guarantees that volunteering is a lot of fun and a great opportunity to connect with like-minded people. This year, the Lakes Artisan Centre will be the only drop-off location for donations of non-perishable items. For financial donations, people can mail a cheque to Lakes District Food Bank, Box 777 - Burns Lake V0J1E0. A receipt will be sent back if requested. The food bank will also be collecting donations during the craft fair that will be held at Lakes District Secondary School on Nov. 28, 2015. For more information, contact Candice Little at 250-695-6630.
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