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Topley sinkhole at 1.5 million LAURA BLACKWELL Work on the Hwy. 16 sinkhole near Topley wrapped up mid July of this year. For approximately 10 weeks Hwy. 16 had alternating traffic. As reported in the Lakes District News edition of May 2, 2012, the highway was closed to traffic on April 26, 2012, after a sink hole that spanned two lanes was detected. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure staff, along with contractors, discovered an underground culvert and erosion caused by spring run off that had created the de-

pression. Earlier this summer, Carl Lutz from Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure said, "The ministry is still processing the final costs, but our early project cost estimates were over $1 million." Lutz has now confirm costs at 1.5 million. He went on to say, "Contractors used a temporary bridge to span the affected area and deep fill was excavated down to the old culvert. They then replace the culvert and new fill was place and compacted back up to the original grade and then the highway was repaved.

Invasive weed program Weeding out the bad guys BRIAN MILLS

FUN AT THE FALL FAIR IN BURNS LAKE 69 Annual Lakes District Fall Fair & Music Festival was held last weekend. Large crowds enjoyed events from Teen Idol on Friday night to the horse show on Sunday. See more pictures on page 14. Laura Blackwell photo

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BCGEU strike not likely the last TOM FLETCHER Provincial government employees staged their largest one-day strike so far Wednesday to press for a bigger wage increase, with two thirds of the workforce off the job at ministry offices, liquor stores and ICBC offices provincewide. Both the government and the B.C. Government and Services Employees' Union remained unwilling to budge from their positions after negotiations broke down over wage increases this spring. The union executive is meeting next week to consider further strike action this fall. Two earlier one-day strikes targeted liquor warehouses and then selected resource ministry offices in the B.C. Interior. Government negotiators offered raises of two and 1.5 per cent for the next two years, then withdrew the offer after the union staged the first strike. BCGEU chief negotiator David Vipond said

Wednesday the wage offer has been tabled and withdrawn three times since talks began early this year, a tactic he called “peek-a-boo bargaining.” And after three years without a wage increase, he said the union is sticking to its demand for 3.5 per cent in the first year and a cost-ofliving raise of about 2.5 per cent in year two. “They want us to reduce our real income over this contract, and we've already taken a five-per-cent hit,” Vipond said in an interview. “So to try and chisel us again with a skinny deal doesn't make sense to us. We want to at least keep up with inflation and gain a little of what we have lost.” Premier Christy Clark unveiled her new cabinet lineup in Victoria Wednesday as BCGEU pickets circled government offices downtown. Both Clark and Mike de Jong, the new finance minister, said they have no intention of increasing the burden on tax-

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Local BCGEU members went on a one day strike in Burns Lake recently which included employees from the Ministry of Forests and the B.C. liquor store. payers to provide bigger raises to provincial workers. “The government's

position on this hasn't changed,” Clark said. “I am not going back to taxpayers for more

money in order to give government workers a raise. We are in very tough economic times

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offer adds up to $1,700 more over two years for a BCGEU employee making $48,000 a year.

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Towns tackle modern problems

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The great divide Like many people I’m impressed by the way we’re working to close the divide between our First Nations and non First Nations communities so that we are all one. But just when you think, “yes, maybe we are all coming together as one,” something happens. Recently I was shopping for some office items. I won’t name the business because I’m hoping that after my experience with them, they make a change for the better. After collecting what I needed, I went to the till and asked to have the items charged to my account. I have been in there numerous times so I thought the clerk knew who I was. Before I could identify myself the clerk asked if I had a purchase order number (PO). I ignored her and because I never use purchase orders I wondered what she was talking about. She asked me again for a purchase order and I responded, “When did I start using purchase orders?” That’s when she said, “You all need one.” “Who is ‘all’,” I thought. That’s when it dawned on me. I have dark hair and dark skin so, of course, I’m viewed as a First Nation. “Are you stereotyping me and if you are, are you assuming I am First Nations and if I was First Nations, is that

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why your manners are so bad?” I asked the clerk. Because I have dark hair and dark skin she, of course, assumed I was First Nations. Now I know why people shop out of town. I was not at all insulted that this young blonde non-First Nation girl assumed by my appearance that I, of course, was First Nations. What I was insulted by was her attitude and her approach to me. There was no hello or how are you, just what is your PO. I get it now. I see stores that have a sign posted at their front door that says leave your back pack at the front counter when entering the store. When a young kid or a First Nations walks in, the sign is enforced. But if a non First Nations walks in with a jumbo bag or event a suitcase, nothing is said to that person. I have seen that time and time again and it is unfair and is causing this great divide in our community. Customers should be treated with respect, no matter what their skin colour. If you want people to shop local and support this town then start treating people fairly. If you want my money and other shoppers in town you better polish up on your manners.

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Local politicians are preparing for their annual convention, to be held Sept. 25-28 here in the provincial capital. One of the first orders of business this year will be a vote to raise the dues paid by local governments to the Union of B.C. Municipalities, to cover rising travel costs for staff to serve on provincial committees. The plan is also to change the name to Union of B.C. Local Governments, to reflect the participation of regional districts and aboriginal communities. So what do these committees and conferences accomplish? The UBCLG, as it will soon be known, is mainly a lobby group for local politicians to seek changes to federal and provincial laws to keep up with changing times. The resolutions offer a snapshot of modern problems facing local governments. A major theme is public safety, and this year it is the Columbia Shuswap Regional District renewing a long-standing plea for more provincial policing money for rural communities. Surrey has a resolution seeking better notice and control of a growing number of medical marijuana licences issued by Ottawa. Local fire and police departments end up dealing with licensed grow-ops that spring up quietly and create electrical hazards, or expand production beyond their licences as this stealth legalization continues. Pitt Meadows, home to a Hells Angels clubhouse and drugrelated crime familiar to most urban communities, wants B.C. to follow Alberta’s lead and give police authority to remove known gang members from bars and clubs. Gangs tend to adopt certain establishments, and there isn’t much the owners or police can do about it. This year, the debate may go further. Metchosin is seeking support to call on Ottawa to decriminalize marijuana, ending a “failed policy which has cost millions of dollars in police, court, jail and social costs.” No chance of that under the Stephen Harper government, but it’s worthwhile to send the message. Another long-shot demand, sparked by the abduction of threeyear-old Kienan Hebert of Sparwood last year, is for Ottawa to make its sex offender registry public for convicted repeat offenders. Ashcroft councillors want to give emergency services authority to deal with another modern hazard: hoarding. Yes folks, it’s more than just a show on TV that exposes a creepy side effect of our bloated North American consumer culture. The Ashcroft resolution notes that obsessively piling stuff to the rafters is a growing problem. And as with marijuana grow ops, “local governments have little or no authority to enforce compliance with health and safety standards when a building is owner occupied.” Another First World problem is the “pocket dialing” of 9-1-1 by mobile phones. This is more than just a nuisance, because local emergency services are obliged to respond to every call they get. And mobile phones can’t be traced to their location with any precision, creating time-consuming searches that weaken response to real emergencies. Other resolutions tackle complex and important issues, such as the effect of hydro development on municipal water supplies. But alas, most will be lost in the convention noise, overshadowed by political posturing over matters best left alone. Last year’s convention featured the low comedy of delegates voting with wireless devices to condemn smart meters, after displaying their ignorance of the subject. This year, in addition to factually challenged railing about oil tankers, there will be a tough stance taken against shark’s fin soup, which will no doubt strike fear into the Chinese fishing fleet. Once delegates vote themselves more taxpayers’ money to run this show, perhaps they should keep their grandstanding to a minimum. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com, tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Completely avoidable Statement published not true

Editor: Re: Worksafe BC reports on mill sawdust In regards to the story in Lakes District News, Aug. 29 issue - The last paragraph first sentence. The employees of the mill were well aware of the dust build-up and lack of clean-up. In some areas I was unable to perform some duties due to lack of clean-up. It should be the employers/owners that should be made aware of the importance of clean-up above the almighty dollar. In my opinion, this mess was completely avoidable and could have been prevented. Sincerely James Mowat, Maintenance millwright

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Correction

It was inadvertently reported by Lakes District News in the Sept. 5, 2012 issue, 'Burns Lake seniors bring home gold medals', that Pete and Marie Hiebert brought home one gold medal each in cribbage from the B. C. Senior Games. It should have stated that they brought home two gold medals each in cribbage. Lakes District News apologizes for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Editor: In his letter to the editor from August 29, 2012 Wayne Brown publishes a statement that contains untruths that are hurting two innocent organizations: the Lakes Artisan Cooperative and the Lakes District Arts Council. Quote of Wayne Brown’s Statement: “I wrote a letter of support for an artisan centre when the co-op was applying for grants (more taxpayer dollars) in order to start up such a centre but not at the expense of my business …” 1. The Lakes Artisan Cooperative never applied for a grant –let alone grants. None of our members ever re-

ceived a penny of grant money. Wayne Brown’s letter of support supported a successful application made by the Lakes District Arts Council a year before the Lakes Artisan Cooperative was established. Here are the details: On October 7, 2009 the Nechako-Kitimaat Development Fund Society (NKDF) granted $2,500 to the Lakes District Arts Council (LDAC) for an Artisan Feasibility Study. Copied from NKDF’s list of approved projects: “Lakes District Arts Council (LDAC) was approved for funding assistance to hire a consultant to determine the possibility for creating

an Artisan Centre in Burns Lake. If it goes ahead, the Centre will be a place for visual artists to collectively pool their knowledge and resources while accessing retail markets. A space where local quilters, painters, print-makers, scrap-bookers, photographers, potters, sculptors, woodworkers, and textile artists can showcase their products for the purpose of cultural tourism, education and revenue. LDAC plans to hire a consultant for a period of 12 weeks to carry out the research to determine the feasibility of the Artisan Centre.” Wayne Brown was, at the time when the grant was received, a director on the board of LDAC.

Laura McGregor was the “hired consultant” and received the money. She was never a member of the Lakes Artisan Cooperative. She moved to Terrace four months before we opened the Artisan Centre in June 2010. The Lakes Artisan Cooperative was registered on Oct. 15 2010, a full year after the Arts Council had received the grant. 2. The source of funds distributed by NKDF are: 50 per cent Rio Tinto Alcan, 50 per cent Province of British Columbia. Not (or at least only 50 per cent) taxpayers dollars! Sincerely, Beate Marquardt, founding member of the Lakes Artisan Cooperative

The importance of small business Editor: In renewing her cabinet, Premier Christy Clark has directed her ministers to stay focused on jobs and fiscal discipline and to continue with efforts to make life more affordable for BC families. A strong vision of where this province needs to head and what it takes to remain prosperous in a tough, uncertain and challenging world. And when it comes to understanding the importance of jobs and fiscal discipline,

and providing for one’s family, there is no sector that understands it better than BC’s small business sector which employs over 85% of BC’s private sector work force and generates 34 per cent of the province’s gross domestic product (GDP). Considering the fact that 98 percent of businesses in BC are small or medium sized, the post of Minister of State for Small Business in Clark’s cabinet is a crucial one. And I believe North

Vancouver-Lonsdale MLA Naomi Yamamoto is an excellent fit for this cabinet post given her chamber of commerce and small business background which speaks for itself. But she definitely has her work cut out for her when it comes to the addressing the issues that small businesses have with local governments. Small business operators have long felt disenfranchised from local government on is-

sues that affect them deeply, including bylaws, user fees, permits, licensing, land use, and general customer service. However, municipal property taxes are perhaps the biggest issue of concern for BC’s small businesses -a major road block to small business investment and the ability of small businesses to hire more British Columbians. Hopefully, Minister Yamamoto can get local and municipal governments on

board with fiscal discipline and making life more affordable for BC families. More than anything else, this is what small businesses in this province want to see. However, I am fully confident, given Minister Yamamoto’s small business background, that she totally gets all of this and I know that she will be a strong voice for small business at the cabinet table and around the province. Jimmy Pelk, Port Alberni

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Flu shot or mask; health workers told TOM FLETCHER B.C. health care workers will be required to get an annual influenza vaccine or wear a mask in all patient contact areas in the community or publicly funded facilities, starting with this year’s flu season. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall announced the regulation Thursday, a first for Canada. It applies to health authority staff, doctors, volunteers, students, contractors and vendors who come into contact with patients. Free flu shots have been made available to B.C. health care workers for years, and despite encouragement, fewer than half take advantage of them. The average vaccination rate for longterm care employees is closer to 60 per cent, but Kendall said that rate is still too low and has declined in recent years. Canada’s national advisory committee on immunization considers it a “professional responsibility” for health care workers to get their flu shot every year, Kendall said. The mask option is being offered for workers who have a medical reason not to be vaccinated, and to avoid disputes with employees who simply refuse. “Progressive discipline” would be imposed on employees who refuse both during flu season, just as it would be for those who fail to wash their hands or take

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Thank You... to the following businesses and individuals for their donations to our 29th Annual Ootsa Lake Fishing Derby. There was a good turn out with lots of businesses and community members support. With hopes of making our Historic Community Hall a more user/event friendly venue, events like this help us move forward toward that goal. There are as usual many to thank, first off some of original founders of the event are now passing the torch after 29 years of wonderful community service, we all thank you so much Abe and Eva Fehr for all your years of work. Thank you to all who helped set up and the donation of all your many hours at the weigh-in stations. Future fishermen remember, as one fisher-person said at the end of the tournament, ”Next year they will be bigger, they have a whole year to grow.” Our many donators: Lakes District News Pharmasave Alcan Rio Tinto Royal Bank Arthon Belvedere Contracting Wistaria Community Church Huckleberry Mines Eagle Automotive Cheslatta Carrier Nation Pat Kalaman Tahtsa Timber Gene Jessee Carrier Lumber Ross Steel Napa Auto Parts Wes Neumeyer Lakes District Maintenance Ron Shiveley Marmon Financial Management Harold & Bonnie Moroski Oscars Sports Jen & Derek Blackwell Smithers Feed Store Julie and Gary Blackwell Country Wide Sports Al & Kathy Grier Smithers Dairy Queen Nancy & Tim Plesko Sullivan Motor Products Heather & Robert Anderson Blackwell Trucking College of New Caledonia Generations Electric Gwyn’s Green Grocer Takysie Lake Resort Kondolas Chief Louie Paddle Company LDFC Printing & Stationery Lino’s Bulkley Valley Credit Union

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British Columbia is number in ANNUAL the country for job increases Terry Fox Run DELYNDA PILON

On a year-to-date basis, B.C. has surpassed Alberta in job growth, ranking the province number one in the country when it comes to employment increases. The numbers not only show the Canada Starts Here: The B.C. Jobs Plan created by the government is exceeding expectations, according to MLA Pat Bell, the statistics make it a great time to hold his position as Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training. "I am not aware of anytime in recent history when B.C. has been year-over-year ahead of Alberta," Bell said. Of the 51,700 jobs created in the last month, 1,300 new sources of employment flourished in the Cariboo region, with 1,200 of those originating in Prince George, setting a new record for the city, with 51,800 jobs. The job growth is reflective of the increase in mining activity in the region in particular, Bell said. Finning, he added, is among the major suppliers doing work. The BID Group is

taking on construction projects growth are the ones primarily while IDL has significant con- focussed on in the provincial tracts with the Kitimat smelter. job plan. Agriculture has seen Farr Fabricating continues to an increase as has transportabe a driving force in the local tion, utilities, accommodation economy as well. and the food sector. However, In the province, 14,900 jobs jobs in forestry and mining rose were created last month alone, by 1,000 in August and, on a and the unemployment rate in year to year basis increased by the province 10,500, up 28 E ARE VERY sits at 6.7 per per cent. cent. Youth "This is a EXCITED TO BE jobs saw sigdirect result of NUMBER ONE nificant growth activity in the over the last Asian market IN ANADA IN year with the place," Bell unemployment YEAR OVER YEAR said. rate falling sevNUMBERS LEARLY Bell added eral percentage he absolutely points to 11.7 THIS EXCEEDS OUR believes the per cent. numbers will EXPECTATIONS Youth wages continue their increased sigupward trend as nificantly, up 6.6 per cent to an the Asian market continues to average of $13.87 per hour on grow by 6.5 per cent, though a year over year average. that is a decrease from previYouth in B.C. are the third ous numbers. highest paid in the country. "It's still significant. There is Hourly wages for other em- lots of room to move resources ployees continue to grow at a into those markets. We haven't moderate rate, though B.C. even begun to tap into opportuhas the fourth highest average nities around LNG," he said. hourly rate, which continues to Northwest B.C., though, is be significant, Bell said. not reflecting the job growth The sectors seeing the most being experienced in other re-

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gions. However Bell said there are growing opportunities in Terrace, Prince Rupert and Kitimat, including a pellet plant, LNG and in mining. He added he believes there may be some anomalies in the statistics and intends to work with Statistics Canada to investigate on how the numbers are gathers. "There may be some anomalies in the stats because anecdotally we are hearing there is some job growth in the region, and we need to validate that," he said. However, overall, region by region the province is taking the driver's seat in job growth in the country. "We are very excited to be number one in Canada in year over year numbers. More importantly, I look at where jobs are growing. As regional economies build in strength they continue to support urban B.C. The first year of the jobs plan has been a great story," Bell said. "Clearly this exceeds our expectations. We've pushed ahead of Alberta. It's a great story to tell."

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Whistler sled dog manager heads to court in November CONTRIBUTED Bob Fawcett, former general manager of the Whistler-based Howling Dog Tours, pleaded guilty today to causing unnecessary pain and suffering to a number of sled dogs near Whistler in April 2010. In April 2012, Fawcett was charged with one count of animal cruelty under Section 445.1(1) following an extensive BC SPCA investigation. A sentencing date is scheduled for Nov. 22, 2012. “We hope this plea results in swift and appropriate justice in this very disturbing case,” said Marcie Moriarty, general manager of cruelty investigations for the BC SPCA. Gruesome details of the mass killings were leaked to media in January 2011 after Fawcett filed a successful claim with WorkSafe BC, saying the cull left him with post-traumatic stress disorder. Fawcett also posted details on a PTSD website, describing how the panicked animals were shot or had their throats slit before being dumped in a mass grave on

the property. The BC SPCA immediately launched an investigation and in May 2011, a team of BC SPCA constables, veterinarians and forensic scientists completed the grisly task of exhuming the bodies of 54 sled dogs from the grave near Whistler. Evidence gathered at the site formed the basis for a BC SPCA report submitted to Crown counsel in September 2011 recommending charges against Fawcett. The report contained more than a thousand of pages of evidence, including extensive forensic evidence collected at the gravesite using state-ofthe-art scientific techniques. “While the scope and cost of the sled dog investigation were unprecedented in BC SPCA history, to ignore such disturbing allegations was not an option,” said Moriarty. She said the BC SPCA also recognized that the case would have far-reaching implications for working animals in B.C. and across Canada. “This investigation was about uncovering the facts in a particular case of alleged animal cruelty

that shocked people around the world,” says Moriarty. “But it was also about ensuring that all sled dogs and other working animals are protected from suffering and abuse. Only by fully investigating these allegations could we send a clear message that we are a humane society where brutality and violence against animals will not be tolerated.” The BC SPCA was a key contributor to a government task force that was created last year to examine ways to ensure more humane treatment for sled dogs and to a new sled dog code of practice that adopted in February 2012. If convicted, Fawcett faces up to five years in jail, a fine of up to $75,000 and up to a lifetime ban on owning animals. Moriarty says the BC SPCA is planning a memorial for the slain sled dogs on Nov. 2. “We have handled the remains of the dogs with the utmost respect and dignity and, in seeking justice in this case, we hope that they will finally be able to rest in peace.”

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CHRISTMAS PARTIES GRASSY UPGRADES Both Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) and Nechako-Kitamaat Development Fund (NKDF) presented cheques to the Grassy Plains Community Hall Assn. for the hall upgrade. Grassy Plains Hall is a well-used facility that enables local groups to host fund raisers, meetings, funerals, wedding receptions and family gatherings. The hall is key to community activities for the entire Southside area. The NKDF cheque was in the amount of $10,000 and it was the second installment of a total approved amount of $34,443. RDBN, from their Federal Gas Tax, cheque was in the amount of $8,548. From L to R, are: Rosanne Murray, NKDF Chair, Don Baker, GPCHA Vice-Chair, Maxine Baker, Stephen Freeman, Electoral Area E Director, RDBN and Dan Boudreau, NKDF Manager. Submitted photo

Ootsa Lake derby wild and windy weighing just an ounce less than the winner, 7lbs. 4.5oz. Third place went to Tamara Switzer who won $300 with a 6lbs. 7oz entry, and finally Ali Lutick took home a BBQ donated by Rio Tinto Alcan for her 6lbs 4.5oz trout. Plesko said that there was a good turn out and the money raised will be going to improve the historic Wisteria community hall. “That's the whole point of it, to keep our old hall going.” She said they had lots of supporters with

124 people entered in the derby. People came from as far away as Prince George and Smithers for the event as well as the local people from Burns Lake and area. And of course the numerous local volunteers and the recreation club executive who worked hard to make the derby a success. “It's been going for 29 years and a couple of the driving forces behind it were Abe and Eva Fehr. This is the first year they have retired from the running of the derby

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Colin Lutick won first place at the Ootsa Lake fishing derby. the side and feeding the BRIAN MILLS fish,” she laughed, “but Blue skies and nonetheless, they perwindy conditions pre- severed and we came vailed for the 29 annual up with four solid winTweedsmuir Recreation ners in the end. “The Committee's Ootsa Lake number one and number fishing derby on Labour four winners were a faDay weekend, and com- ther and four year old mittee secretary Nancy daughter,” she said. The first place prize Plesko said the boats of $1,000 went to Colin were bouncing. “It was pretty rough Lutick for a very respectout there for the first able 7lbs. 5.5oz rainbow couple of days so there trout. The $500 second were a few people loos- prize was captured by ing their cookies over Jake Petkau with a fish

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Lakes Economic Development Association’s Board of Directors and staff would like to congratulate Cindy Shelford on receiving her in Economic Development from the University It isCertificate being recognized how Community Economic Development ofcan Waterloo. help to create resilient communities. People working together to deal with common economic and social problems can have Cindy completed her “thesis” on the apparent disconnect a powerful positive impact on rural, urban and First Nations and imbalance between Northern Rural and Southern Urban communities. communities. Through Cindy’s research process it was realized Theapproximately work continues 70% with the Ministry of Jobscome Tourism & Innovation that of BC’s resources from the North. on the Burns Lake Strategic Recovery Plan. And things As a result of these findings, Cindy has been engaging withare progressing and moving forward on the recommendations from other communities to increase awareness of the significant Economic Development Association of BC (EDABC), with actions contributions that the North provides to the overall economy being implemented. of BC. There is ongoing development with the Integrated Community Sustainability Planning process that is underway. The committee South Burns Lake Trail Project CAF Update: that has been formed to discuss, review and develop an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan that will assist Burns Lake into the LEDA has been actively moving the project forward with future. There is a survey to gather public comments and feedback ongoing stakeholder meetings, obtaining necessary permits, regarding the future of Burns Lake. Utilize this opportunity have archaeological assessments and First Nations advisory, toto review your input. The survey can be found online at the Village of Burns and evaluate the project to best utilize the area and trail quality. Lake’s website www.burnslake.ca or you can pick up a copy at LEDA is pleased to announce that Darwin Zimmer has been the Village Ofﬁce. hired as the Project Supervisor for the South Burns Lake Trail Project. Darwin will be responsible for the hiring of Lake all the crews, With global knowledge and local experience, Burns and the overseeing all components of theand project and diverse reporting to LEDA’s Lakes District is an economically culturally community Board with aoflotDirectors. of potential. LEDA is a facilitator in community economic development - we are herethis to help! For information regarding exciting community initiative, please contact Cindy Shelford,ideas Economic Officer. To discuss your investment or toDevelopment learn more about the

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...From page 1 really don’t spend much time trying to control it unless it’s in a really sensitive area,” Hill explained. It’s the same story with Canada thistle and bull thistle, Hill acknowledged, but there is a program available to assist private land owners with weed problems. “If people in this area are interested, there is a program through the invasive plant council, a 50/50 program, where private land owners can apply for some help as far as the funding for getting their own land treated,” he said. As the name suggests the NWIBC program will share the expense of land treatment with the land owner. The policy says ‘Landowners incurring a cost to control invasive weeds on their private land may be eligible for a 50 per cent reimbursement from the NWIBC. Rebates for chemical, mechanical and manual treatments will be considered to a maximum of $500.’ The landowner must hire a

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Canada thistle found in our area is considered an invasive weed. certified pesticide ap- within our regular bud- plant parts are covered plicator with a valid get. So we draw a line in stiff hairs. Leaves are service license, like around that area of land deeply divided and they Hill, to provide invasive on a map and say we’ll decrease in size as you plant treatment recom- spend our resources move toward the shoot. mendations and a cost outside that area while “Most of these plants estimate. continuing to monitor originate in Europe and Currently Hill spends the contained patch.” Asia and come over as most of his time targetField scabious also perennials that people ing spotted knapweed, known as blue buttons like to grow in their common tansy, and or pincushion scabious, gardens, and then they field scabious. “That’s a invades roadsides, pas- escape and get out of nasty one that we have tures, and fields where control because there a containment area for it replaces desirable are no natural predators near Houston,” he said. vegetation. The flow- or deterrents like birds “In a certain area in ers of field scabious and animals that feed Buck Flats, field scabi- range from violet-blue on them,” said Hill. ous has gotten so far out to white in colour and And this results in a of control that it’s basi- are similar in shape to lot of hard work to concally not manageable red clover flowers. All trol the weeds.

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“More often than not for this program,” said Hill, “I do a lot of hands on work: pulling and digging and mowing. But there’s also some spraying. Mostly while treating the Hwy.16 right-of-way. I tend to use a selective herbicide that targets broad leaf weeds in particular because I don’t want to kill the grass,” he concluded. For more information on the 50/50 program contact the Invasive Weed Council toll free at 1-866-WEEDS.

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No two kids are alike. That’s what makes teaching both a challenge and a joy. It’s also why each student needs – and deserves – more of our time. Teachers will be working hard to give them that time. And together with parents, we’ll be urging government to help. Years of cuts have led to overcrowded classes. Our kids desperately need smaller classes, better support for students with special needs, and more one-on-one time. Every child matters. And every year counts.

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New police watchdog ready to go TOM FLETCHER B.C.'s new police oversight office is officially in operation, ready to take over investigations of incidents involving police that result in serious injury or death. Former U.S. prosecutor Richard Rosenthal was hired last year for the new office, after establishing similar services in Denver and Portland. Rosenthal told a news conference Monday he has hired 30 of 36 investigators, divided into four teams, who are now on call to oversee investigation of any major incident involving police in the province. About half of those investigators are former police, none of whom previously worked in B.C. Rosenthal and Justice Minister Shirley Bond said police experience is required, because the teams will need to secure crime scenes, interview police and other witnesses, and investigate incidents involving off-duty police officers, including homicides. B.C.'s Independent Investigations Office (IIO) is the fourth of its kind in Canada, and has the largest civilian presence of any in the world, Rosenthal said. The B.C. government committed to a civilian-led agency after a string of incidents involving RCMP and city police forces. The office was recommended by inquiries into the 2007 death of Polish immigrant Robert Dziekanski at Vancouver airport, and Frank Paul, who was removed from the Vancouver Police drunk tank in 1998 and left unconscious in an alley. The 2005 gunshot death of Ian Bush at the RCMP detachment in Houston, B.C. was an-

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gations in the Paul and Dziekanski cases eroded public support. Rosenthal said he intends to make reports public, whether or not the IIO recommends

charges against police officers. Final decisions on charges are made by a Crown prosecutor, as with any other B.C. criminal case. The IIO expects to

deal with about 100 cases involving death or serious injury in an average year. The office has a budget of about $10 million a year, working out of

headquarters in Surrey. The existing B.C. Police Complaints Commissioner is continuing to handle public complaints against police forces in the province.

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REC CORNER Upcoming Events: Public Skating Starting on Friday September 14 at 7:00pm

Disco Skate Starting on Friday September 21 at 7:00pm

Tweedsmuir Cavaliers Saddle Club Annual Poker Ride September 15 in Burns Lake. Contact Brenda for more info 250-698-7720 or sunchild40@ gmail.com

Chair Yoga At the Southside Health & Wellness Centre every Tuesday & Friday from 10am - 11am. More information call (250) 694-3270

Carnoustie Golf Club Men’s Night every Wednesday. Phone 250 698-7677 for more info.

Parents and Tots Skate Starting on Wednesday September 19 at 11:00am to 12:00pm

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Cops for Cancer gearing up ...From page 9 There will be about 25 riders in the event, said Chris, but the entire entourage will consist of around 32 people. “We have support vehicles that come along with us,” he said, “we have an ambulance; we’ll be led by a police car, and we have a mechanic that will ride along with us.” The group will arrive in Burns Lake on Sept. 16 and spend the night at various places that have donated rooms such as the Sunshine Inn and the Travellers Motel in Burns Lake. Other RCMP members have offered travel trailer accommodations or opened their homes to the riders. “It’s all supported by donations,” said Chris, “we are fortunate that there are restaurants along the

way that supply us with food. When we come through Burns Lake the fire department, and the wives of the fire fighters here in town are going to be helping out with breakfast in the morning. We’re going to be doing meals supplied by members here and their families, and the cancer society is doing desserts for us at the legion; the legion has chipped in and let us use their building. It’s amazing. We have excellent support, that’s the only way we could do it,” he said. And he’s thankful for the $18,000 raised so far in Burns Lake for the charity ride. “I am very grateful to the people of Burns Lake; that money is completely from residents of Burns Lake and that in my opinion is incredible after what the people here

have gone through and the generosity in this neck of the woods

is second to none as far as I’m concerned,” he finished.

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This program for children ages 2 to 6 years old will be opening in late October or early November 2012. Location: Muriel Mould Neighborhood of Learning Gym. Please visit our Facebook page and website for updates on dates and times for the Indoor PlaySpace program.

Village Recreation Rental Shack is now closed until June 2013

Hi Everyone We have lots planned for this fall and winter. Sat tuned! To ﬁnd out more like us on Facebook.

Logan Wilson Rec Coordinator

REGISTRATION (after September 1, 2012) $75 includes green fees, steak dinner, door prizes, WFN golf towel & golf ball

Proceeds of this event will go to the Youth & Elders Christmas. To register contact Rhonda Brown, event coordinator at 250-698-7307

For more information, please contact: Village of Burns Lake 15 3rd Ave / P.O. Box 570, Burns Lake BC, V0J 1E0 Phone: 250-692-7587 Email: village@burnslake.ca www.burnslake.ca or our Facebook Page

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ENTERTAINMENT

June Moulton Open House Saturday, October 6 at 185 3rd Ave. in Burns Lake.

Legion Fun Darts Dart Season starts September 18. Call the legion for more info 250-692-3232.

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ROCKING AT THE FALL FAIR 69 Annual Lakes District Fall Fair & Music Festival was a great crowd pleaser. Local talent such as Mike Robertson and Lone Spur were just some of the talented that played over the weekend. Laura Blackwell photos

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$3.4 million to improve Nadina district timber supply CONTRIBUTED

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Burns Lake Terry Fox Run September 16 at the Francois Lake Hall. Registration is 12 noon. Run starts at 1pm. For more information call: 250-695-6496 or 250-692-7439.

Steve Gailings presents a cheque to John and Sandra Barth for $1500. Lakes District Maintenance (LDM) was the first corporate sponsor to the Lakes District Arts Council, and has donated over $10,000 since their inaugural season (2006/2007). LDM will help celebrate and give special recognition to the 10,000th patron later this season. To date the arts council has had just over 9,400 audience members in their first six seasons, and they expect their 10,000 audience member at the second or third concert of the 12/13 season. Laura Blackwell photo

CONTRIBUTED Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako’s, (RDBN) start-up business contest is open. The business contest is for anyone 19 years and older, who has a business idea or has been operating a business for less than one year. Contestants will compete for the title of 2012 start-up business contest winner. The 2012 Grand Prize package is worth over $10,000. The RDBN is divided into six contest areas. A finalist from each

area is selected based on their submitted business plan. Each area finalist will receive a prize package, donated by businesses and organizations in the region, two tickets to the gala dinner, and registration to the Business Forum in Smithers on Oct. 16 & 17. Finalists will deliver a three minute presentation at the business forum, followed by an interview with the selection panel. The panel will select the grand prize winner who will be announced at the gala dinner on Oct.16.

The 2011 Start-up Business Contest winner, Cheryl McRae of Dog Digs, a dog boarding and daycare business in Telkwa, spoke of her experience. “What a great opportunity this contest is for start-up businesses! My personal experience from last year was extremely positive - all the hard working people who set this event up, the informative and entertaining speakers, the delicious dinner provided, my friendly and supportive fellow contestants, and being chosen the

Oct. 2, 1 pm at the Regional District Meeting Room, upstairs. All 50+ seniors welcome.

The Land Based Investment Strategy (LBIS) is investing $3.4 million in the Nadina district for reforestation, timber supply mitigation, forest health and inventory. The LBIS funding will increase both mid- and longterm timber supplies, mitigating the effects of the mountain pine beetle infestation and wildfires. The Land Based Investment Strategy guides investments in British Columbia's natural resources to achieve environmental sustainability and economic prosperity. LBIS funding in Nadina will support the planting of 17,000 seedlings and plans are underway to fertilize 4,500 hectares, producing an additional 90,000 cubic metres of timber in the mid-term (20

to 60 years) and long term (60+years). Site preparation of 850 hectares to enable the planting of 1.3 million seedlings next spring producing an extra 210,000 cubic metres to longterm timber supply. Surveying of 8,000 hectares to find treatable ground for reforestation, fertilizing and improved spacing, resulting in an additional 13,000 cubic metres of timber for both short- and long-term supplies. Planning and prescriptions to sow almost two million seedlings this fall, adding 300,000 cubic metres to longterm timber supplies. The 2012-13 Land Based Investment Strategy will invest $78.6 million, a 15 per cent increase over last year. About 5.3 million hectares of new and updated inventory will be completed this year.

2012 start-up business contest

Wing & Prawn Night Burns Lake & District Seniors Meeting

Every Wednesday 35 each Daily Lunch, Dinner & Drink Specials

KIDS WELCOME...

Come check out our family section and have dinner with the whole family!

Stop by our Cold Beer & Wine Store for hard alcohol at liquor store prices we have a large wine selection, some below liquor store prices! Bottle Delivery Service: Call Mulvaney’s Cold Beer & Wine Store & have your bottle delivered... 250-692-3622

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winner all made for a very memorable day. I would highly recommend participating.” Contest entries are accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26. For detailed contest informa-

tion, contact Corrine Swenson, Regional Strategic Development Analyst for the Regional District of BulkleyNechako at 1-800-3203339. Full contest details

are also located on the RDBN website, www. rdbn.bc.ca , at Chambers of Commerce within the RDBN and at Community Futures in Houston and Vanderhoof.

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Marriage Course

How to build a healthy marriage that lasts a lifetime COURSE DATES:

October 3rd - November 21st (6:00 - 8:30 pm) (7 Wednesdays, excluding Halloween) LOCATION: Old Bagel Boy Restaurant COST: $150.00 TO REGISTER: Pick up a brochure at a local bulletin board or church or contact: John or Donna Neufeld (250-692-7949) Some ﬁnancial assistance may be available upon request.

Deadline for registration is October 1st Each session includes: • A delicious meal • A practical, fun and informative talk by Nicky and Sila Lee • Private discussion with your partner (no group work) • Common-law partners are welcome

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FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH

Phone: 250-692-3805

Kerr Road, Burns Lake Church Service at 10:30 am Sunday School at 9:15 am for all ages, Youth Group Fridays 7-9 pm

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Friday, September 21

Legion Fun Darts

Roast Beef & Yorkshire $14

Chicken Cordon Bleu $14

Dart Season starts Sept. 18 $10 registration fee & $2 per night per player

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Island Gospel Fellowship Gerow Island, Highway 35 Sunday School for all ages begins @ 9:30 am

Worship Service begins @ 10:30 am

Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551

featuring two stoves as well as dishes and utensils for up to 120 guests, the lodge is a great spot to host your next event or get together.

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BURNS LAKE LEGION Branch #50

“Members and bona fide guests welcome”

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If you love your freedom, thank a Veteran. Support your local Legion.

Grassy Plains Gospel Church Sunday Service: 10:45 am 250-694-3329 (Church)

IMMACULATACatholic Church 248 - 3rd Avenue, Phone: 250-692-3568

Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Catering for small functions • Banquet room facility

Phone: 250-692-3232

Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 4:00-8:00 pm

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JESUS CHRIST

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23. Nestling hawk 24. Macaws 26. Decorate with frosting 27. The bill in a restaurant 30. Sea patrol (abbr.) 31. Used of posture

CLUES DOWN 1. Tell on 2. Medieval alphabet 3. Surrounding radiant light 4. Open land where livestock graze 5. Quench 6. Strays 7. Chickens’ cold 8. Heart chamber

OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Sunday 10:00AM 9. Timid 10. Oil cartel 11. Statute heading 12. Severely correct 16. An amount not specified 21. It never sleeps 22. Indian frock 25. Soak flax 27. Mariner 28. Arabian outer garment 29. Binary coded decimal 32. European Common Market 35. 17th Greek letter 36. Norse sea goddess 37. All without specification 39. Diego or Francisco 42. Products of creativity 43. Yes vote 44. Radioactivity unit 46. Credit, post or greeting 47. Computer memory 48. Land or sea troops 50. A way to travel on skis 51. Tenure of abbot 53. Fiddler crabs 55. Rainbow shapes 57. Bird genus of Platalea 58. Having winglike extensions 59. Squash bug genus 61. Islamic leader 63. Former Soviet Union 64. Small sleeps 65. Iranian carpet city 67. Auto speed measurement 69. Ambulance providers

OUR TOWN

Tweedsmuir Cavaliers Saddle Club Annual Poker Ride. Sept. 15 in Burns Lake. Contact Brenda for more info 250-698-7720 or sunchild40@gmail.com

please call Rhoda at 250-692-3690 or Karen at 250-6923001. For Cancer Information Service and Cancerconnection, the toll free number is 1-888-939-3333.

Burns Lake Terry Fox Run will take place on Sept. 16 at the Francois Lake Hall. Registration is 12 noon. Run starts at 1pm, anyone wanting to donate to our wonderful Fall Harvest Auction or for more information call: 250695-6496 or 250-692-7439.

Burns Lake & District Seniors Meeting on Oct 2, 1 pm at the Regional District Meeting Room, upstairs. All 50+ seniors welcome.

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: September 2012: Chair Yoga every Tue. & Fri. from 10am - 11am. Sept. 12 Good Food Box pick up at Grassy Plains story. Sept. 20 Foot Care by appt. Sept. 20 Caregiver’s support group 1pm. More information call (250) 694-3270. The Lakes District Ofﬁce of the Canadian Cancer Society If you require assistance or have questions,

To list your nonprofit coming events, please drop off your listings at the Lakes District News office by Friday 3:00 pm. (We regret we cannot take items over the phone). Listings as space permits. There is no guarantee any particular item will run on a specific date. Will you be celebrating your 90th or 100th birthday this year? If so please contact Lakes District News - we would love to do a story on you and take your picture.

President Lambert 694-3748 Hwy 35 & Francois Lake 250-6956316 Everyone Welcome

OLD LANDMARKS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP At Muriel Mould Primary School

SUNDAY, 10:30 AM Contact: Roland & Lisa Cataford 250-692-9196 ~Everyone Welcome ~

ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH 136 - 4th Avenue, Burns Lake

Sunday Worship 10:00am ALL ARE WELCOME 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

Seventh Day Adventist Church Group Meets Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. at the United Church on Centre Street.

250-695-6586

COMBINED GATHERING OF:

Burns Lake Community Church

Pastor John Neufeld 250-692-7949

Burns Lake

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 724 Babine Lake Road

Sunday Services: 10:30 am Celebrating the Love of God Pastor Henry Washington 250-692-7464

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LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, recreational activities are ideal ways for you to keep in shape and reduce stress over the course of the week. You could feel your troubles melt away. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you have a great interest in business and making career decisions that will work for you. That new venture you have been pondering takes a big step forward. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Interactions with coworkers could feel a little strained, Sagittarius. Make a few adjustments to remedy any uncomfortable situations. Take stock of your working relationships. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, your drive for independence is very obvious to others this week. However, your determination could also put you in an unpredictable mood. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 This is a good time to take a deep breath and lighten up your load and your feelings, Aquarius. Tell some jokes or go out for a social occasion. You’ll be thankful you did.

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Are you wondering where we are on God’s Prophetic Calendar? The Bible has answers, and God wants us to know! Old Landmarks Christian Fellowship Invites you to join us for a study of the book of REVELATION: “A Look into God’s Daytimer” September 9th - 30th Sunday mornings at 10:30 am Muriel Mould Primary School

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 People often sense that you can have your head on straight, Pisces. So don’t be surprised when you are asked for advice. ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you will bring creativity and originality to a project at work this week. Working with people comes easy to you, so put your ingenuity to good use. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you are entering a creative phase and others will admire and appreciate your work. But don’t allow the extra attention to go to your head. Be humble at every turn. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 There are plenty of opportunities for communicating your ideas this week, Gemini. Expect quite a few meetings and other social occasions where you can discuss things with others. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you have a basic idea of how you want to handle your finances, but you are open to suggestions, too. Consult with a professional if you are considering making major changes. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Your ability to supervise and organize people makes you unique, Leo. This role will become central to your lifestyle for the next few days as you tackle new responsibilities at work.

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Researchers at the University of Bonn have identified a gene mutation that increases a person’s susceptibility to Internet addiction. In a study of 843 men and women, 132 people were found to be addicted to the Internet to such a level that it negatively affected their sense of wellbeing if they were unable to use it for extended periods of time. When their DNA was tested and compared to a control group, a high percentage of the 132 test subjects were found to have a slight variation of a gene identified as CHRNA4. A mutation of this gene is also believed to play a major role in nicotine addiction, and seems to appear more frequently in women. Though scientist feel further analysis is required, many are satisfied that the current results confirm the link between the genetic mutation and Internet addiction. This finding could result in the classification of Internet addiction as a disorder by mental health organizations, and could lead to better methods of helping people understand and overcome what for some can be a very unhealthy reliance on the Internet.

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Information ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking that’s your business - if you want to quit drinking that’s our business. Burns Lake Meetings: Tuesday 7:30 pm Catholic Church, Saturday 7:30 pm Catholic Church. For information or transportation call (250) 692-6867 / (250) 6987325 / (778) 669-0070 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking. 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 1866-564-7533 Burns Lake RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9a.m. to 4p.m. (250) 692-3010 FOOD BANK hours starting Sept. 2012: Distribution days will be the ﬁrst and third Tuesday of each month. Clients should come at 11am. One box per month for each household. The Lakes District Food Bank continues to operate due to the outstanding generosity of the community. If you would like to make a donation and receive a tax deductible receipt, please mail your donation to: Lakes District Food Bank, Box 777, Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0.

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Also, participate to win one of 10 prizes totalling $1000! www.yourinsights.ca LOCAL HOSPICE Services are available by contacting the Hospice Coordinator at (250) 692-2448. The Hospice ofﬁce, located in the Lakes District Hospital, is open every Thurs. from 10am - 4pm. A lending library of videos, books and information on bereavement is available. Please make donations to the local hospice and palliative care program payable to the Burns Lake Hospice Program, Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1EO PLANNING a wedding or anniversary party? Looking for plastic ﬂowers for decorations. Call OPTIONS at Nourse House 9am- 3pm Mon. to Fri. Francois Lake Drive. Operated by residents of 8th Avenue Group Home. (250) 692-7845

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ELAINE ANDERSON April 17, 1951 - July 2, 2012 Mom was born in Burns Lake on April 17, 1951 to William and Mildred Watson. She was predeceased by both of her parents, brothers Floyd, Dave, and sister Aldene. She is survived by her siblings Dan, Jack, Esther, Linda, Connie, Bill, Bart, and Kathy. Her loving husband Tom and her daughters Crystal (Lee Havens), Kimberly (Cole Minger), Tracey (Peter Martens), and her seven grandchildren: Jeremy, Tyler, and Brandon Havens, Jordan and Madison Minger, Petra and Brooke Martens. Mom had an exceptional large heart when it came to her family. There was nothing better she enjoyed doing then looking after all of us. Motherhood simply agreed with her, and being a grandmother was something she excelled at. Nana wore her heart on her sleeve when it came to the grandkids. She always said that Jeremy, Tyler, Brandon, Jordan, Madison, Petra, and Brooke were her greatest accomplishment. She adored them and they adored her. Nana would proudly attend school performances, speech art, ﬁgure skating shows and minor hockey games. She would sit there smiling from ear to ear, proudly cheering them on. When the event was over, she would go over to them, give them a hug and tell them how great they were. Her world revolved around them and theirs around her. Her love for them was endless. Mom had a variety of jobs throughout the years. But for the last 20 years, Mom worked for Northern Health at the Lakes District Hospital. She worked in the kitchen at both the hospital and at the Pines, ﬁnally settling in at the laundry department. Working in the hospital was ideal for mom, because mom loved everything clean. Dad always said that mom would come into the bedroom while he was asleep and remove the bedding so she could wash them. And she always did it in a way that would not wake him up. Dad swears that he has purchased hundreds of washing machines, dryers, and vacuums throughout the years. There was always so much laughter in our home. Mom would call us girls up laughing “Guess what your dad did this time” and she would have to hang up because she was laughing so hard. This was a daily event. Laughing seemed to be our second language. Moms love for her family will be her legacy. She taught us to love hard and strong, and to love each other unconditionally. Mom fought courageously against her short illness and passed away with family by her side as the sun rose on July 2nd. She will be forever in our hearts. I thought of you today, But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. I think about you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake From which I’ll never part. God has you in HIS arms, I have you in my heart.

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SLS Discharge: 32 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 63 Nautley River: 23 m3/s Vanderhoof: 103 m3/s Isle Pierre: 318 m3/s Discharge will be increase to approximately 65 m3/s Friday 7 September and may be increased in the fall to further reduce reservoir elevation before winter. For more information please call Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-567-5105. A recording of Flow Facts is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 5675812

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. No matter where you live, you can access us at the touch of a button. Toll free 1-800-321-1433 or visit www.arthritis.ca/bc The Chronic Disease Education Clinic at the Lakes District Hospital is open Tuesday & Wednesday from 8am-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) 692-2440

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requires full time Class 1 Drivers. Log hauling & lowbedding experience an asset. For full details and to apply please visit our website at: www.larrysheavyhauling.ca. email: larrysheavyhaul@telus.net

SOCIAL WORK OPPORTUNITIES At Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) we recognize that our strength in service delivery starts with our dedicated staff. We offer a healthy work-life balance, a supportive workplace and competitive salaries along with opportunities for professional growth. We have two term openings for experienced and knowledgeable Social Worker to join our delegated programs in the following ways RESOURCES SOCIAL WORKER Full-time term – Prince George, BC FOSTER PARENT SUPPORT AND RECRUITMENT SOCIAL WORKER Full-time - Burns Lake, BC Closing date: September 18, 2012 To learn more, visit www.csfs.org To apply, send your cover letter and resume by email to hr@csfs.org

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Employment

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Trades, Technical

SUTCO Contracting Ltd. requires experienced ďŹ‚at-bed highway drivers. Min. 2 yrs exp. hwy/mtn driving, loading and tarping. New equipment, satellite dispatch, e-logs, extended beneďŹ ts & pension plan. CANADA ONLY runs avail. www.sutco.ca fax:250357-2009 Enquiries: 1-888357-2612 Ext:230

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Help Wanted 2 SERVICE Station Managers F/T Perm. Min. 7 mo to 1 yr. exp. Manage gas station hire/train staff, scheduling, maintain inventory. Salary $13/hr. Email Resume: afsana01@telus.net An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. BURNS LAKE Chevron hiring: 3 Service Station Attendants F/T, Perm. to attend customers, handle cash register & gas pump, Exp. an asset but not reqâ€™d. Salary $10.50/hr. Email Resume to: afsana01@telus.net Currently hiring experienced Sub-Contract Framers to work in Northern AB. Preference will be given to those with 3+ years of experience in residential framing. Lodgings provided. Send your resume & references: info@customcastle.ca subject line: ATTN: HIRING JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and beneďŹ t package. Contact Pat 250832-8053, pat@brabymotors.com Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430

Income Opportunity EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T immediate openings. Easy computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.HWC-BC.com

Trades, Technical ALBERTA BASED Company looking for qualiďŹ ed and experienced: Equipment Operators, Mulcher, Feller Buncher and Processor Operators. Out of town and camp work. Safety tickets and drivers abstract required. Email resume: jobs@commandequipment.com Fax 780-488-3002. BUSY LOWER Mainland Commercial Tire store is seeking Experienced tire man for shop duties. Top Wages & BeneďŹ ts Paid. Please send inquiries to: tireshop1234@hotmail.com

CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS Wanted for growing northern company. Competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. Safety tickets needed. Fax 250-775-6227 or email:info@torqueindustrial.com Online www.torqueindustrial.com

CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS needed for growing northern company. Competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. Safety tickets necessary. Fax resume to 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustrial.com Online www.torqueindustrial.com

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for Welders, due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd Year Apprentices or Journeyperson Welders. We offer best wages in industry. 3rd Year Apprentice $28$30/hour, Journeyperson $32$35/hour, higher with tank experience. ProďŹ t sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at: (ofďŹ ce)780-8462231; (fax)780-846-2241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. FABRICATOR with pressure vessel exp. reqâ€™d for M/R union shop. Stable F/T position. Email resume mike@emmfg.com

Help Wanted

FRAMERS

NEEDED.

Daytona

Homes in Regina and Saskatoon, SK are looking for subcontractor framers to join our team! If you are looking for competitive pay, a fast paced environment and you are willing to relocate, please contact

Jeff at 306-779-2288 ext 284 or email jknowlton@daytonahomes.ca.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT Repair Ltd. currently has full-time positions available: H/D Truck and Transport Mechanic and Parts Counter Person. Contact Herb 780-849-3768; (cell) 780849-0416. Fax 780-849-4453. Email: herb@hheltd.com QUALITY CONTROL Person experienced with Piping and Structural Welding needed for a growing Northern Company. Competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. Please email resume to: info@torqueindustrial.com Fax 250-775-6227 or apply online www.torqueindustrial.com

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Home Stay Families

Dengarry Professional Services Ltd. Seeking individuals/couples/families interested in sharing their home full-time to provide caring, assisted lifestyles for adults w/developmental disabilities. Also seeking those interested in providing respite/ temporary relief both in & out of home. Applicants must be over 19 years of age & meet screening requirements. For more information, please contact Theresa @ 250-643-4500, or e-mail tmohr@dengarry.bc.ca.

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WETâ€™SUWETâ€™EN FIRST NATION PO Box 760, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 â€˘ Phone: (250) 698 7307 Fax: (250) 698 7480 â€˘ Email: wfnchief@lakescom.net

MULTIPLE JOB POSTINGS JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Wetâ€™suwetâ€™en First Nation in

Palling B.C., has multiple job postings available. Please see contact information below for job postings. POSITION TITLES:

Carpenter(s) â€“ Full time, term position, hours may vary

Economic Development OfďŹ cer

Executive Assistant

Applications must be received by September 17, 2012 at 10:00 am. More information and a full job description can be found at www.burnslake.ca or stop by the Village OfďŹ ce at #15 3rd Avenue, Burns Lake.

BUSINESS

For more information, call 1-800-556-5539

Help Wanted

The Village of Burns Lake is currently seeking an

for full time employment

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Early Childhood Education Assistant

Come in and see me about your next vehicle, new or used!

JEREMY ROTH New Product Advisor with Glacier Toyota, Smithers BC

Toll Free: 1-866-844-6723 Email: jeremy@glaciertoyota.ca

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Finance Assistant General Manager

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Janitor Natural Resources Executive Assistant Patient Travel Clerk Social Development Administrator Youth Wellness Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Village of Burns Lake is currently seeking applicants for the following position:

Arena Staff (Seasonal Part-time) Applications must be received by September 20th, at 10:00 am. More information and a full job description can be found at www.burnslake.ca or stop by the Village OfďŹ ce at #15 3rd Avenue, Burns Lake.

APPLICATION DEADLINE for postings: Friday September 14, 2012 at 4:00 pm

For copies of the postings please contact: Wetâ€™suwetâ€™en First Nation PO Box 760 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Phone: (250) 698 7307 Fax: (250) 698 7480 Email: wfnreception@lakescom.net

Burns Lake Native Development Corp 485 Highway 16 West Box 1030 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Phone: (250) 692-3188 ext 224 Fax: (250) 692-7483 Email: Dbrown@blndc.ca

Cabo Drilling Corp is searching for experienced Fallers and QSTs to supervise projects in Panama that include pad cutting and platform building. Individual contractors are encouraged to apply. These positions offer a competitive day rates and emergency medical insurance. All travel and board paid for. Please forward resume in conÂżdence to: jamesg@cabo.ca

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CUSTOMER SERVICE TECHNICIAN II Burns Lake B.C.

PaciďŹ c Northern Gas is an integrated transmission and distribution company serving approximately 40,000 customers in Northern and Northeastern BC. PNG has ofďŹ ces in 9 communities throughout the North with corporate headquarters located in Vancouver. Please visit our website at www.png.ca to learn more about PNG. Reporting to the Burns Lake Area Manager, the successful applicant will perform all aspects of installation, repair and maintenance of commercial and residential natural gas equipment on and off customer premises, read meters, promote the sale of natural gas, and respond to emergencies on the companyâ€™s distribution system as required. QualiďŹ cations: Grade 12 education. Valid Class GBEE BC Gas Fitters Licence. Competence in technical aspects related to public safety, customer relations, and welfare of the Companyâ€™s property. Experience in appliance repair and trouble shooting. Must be familiar with basic computer software programs and email. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. PaciďŹ c Northern Gas Ltd. offers a competitive salary and beneďŹ ts package. Please reply to Manager of Customer service by e-mail at tharmel@png.ca or to PaciďŹ c Northern Gas Ltd., 2900 Kerr Street, Terrace, B.C., V8G- 4L9. Fax (250) 635-9758. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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250.877.6777 Website: guardmastersecurity.com Equipment rental Gravel truck Skidsteer with aĆŠachments 12 ton excavator with aĆŠachments Gravel/topsoil screen

P&B Mechanical More than just repairs

Ph 250-696-3211 Cell 250-691-1061

Cut to order ÄŽrewood delivered Fencing construcĆ&#x;on & repairs

Bâ€™s Free Enterprises Ltd. Bill & Wendy Imus CertiďŹ ed Appliance Repair & Computer Technicians Computer Training, Sales & Service Personalized In Home Service Delivery of Ink & Computer Supplies Box 420, 28540 Colleymount Rd., Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2

Phone: (250) 692-4353 Cell: (250) 692-6569 â€˘ email: bsfree@bsfree.ca

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