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LAKES DISTRICT NEWS Crossing closed CN Rail has shut down the rail crossing that was the site of an accident between a logging truck and a CN Rail train. The accident occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m. July 25 at an unmarked rail crossing neat the Decker Lake Forest Products sawmill.

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Resolution support A representative from the United Steelworkers union made an appearance at the Village of Burns Lake’s council meeting last Tuesday where he made a presentation to the mayor and councillors urging them to support the union’s resolution.

The China Nose Mountain fire remains one of the most volatile forest fires in the province. It is considered a top priority fire by the province and firefighters are fighting the fire with 24 hour operations. Favourable weather has allowed crews to contain the fire somewhat, but the community is urged to remain vigilant.

China Nose fire continues to be volatile

Crews have success, but remain on high alert as the fire continues to burn STEVEN MAISEY Four officers from the Wildfire Management Branch of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources were in Burns Lake last Thursday night to update residents of the Burns Lake, Topley and the area on the status of the China Nose Mountain fire. Cliff Chapman, Senior Protection Officer for the Northwest Fire Centre, Jim Richardson, Incident Commander for an incident management team, Tony Falco, Incident Commander for an incident management team and Tom Peckler, Structure Protection Specialist from the Office of the Fire Com-

missioner, along with representatives from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN), including Bill Miller, Chair of the regional district and Mayor of Burns Lake, Luke Strimbold met with over 100 concerned citizens to provide an update on the fire. The forest fire, stared by lightning, was spotted by Wildfire Management Branch personnel flying overhead on Aug. 11. The fire which was at 50 hectares when first discovered, doubled in size over night and has continued to grow. Drought like conditions in the Bulkley-Nechako area the past week has left fire fuels dry and cause the China Nose Mountain fire to spread quickly and display aggressive behaviour. The fire now sits at approximately 4000 hectares. The evacuation order issued Aug. 15 by the

RDBN has been rescinded. A new evacuation order has been issued for the areas South from 9840 Heading Creek Forest Service Road, North to Gilmore Lake Forest Service Road and Sunset Forest Service Road intersection, West to the Snow Mobile Cabin on Equity Mine Road, East to and including Crow Creek Road beyond the tracks, East to 22387 and 22507, North including the entirety of the Rose Lake Cutoff Road, including Day Lake Road, southern portions of the Forest Dale Canyon Road, northern portion of the Maxan Creek Forest Service Road to the southwest portion of the Decker-Maxan Road, including Bulkley Lake, Day Lake, Elwin Lake and Maxan Lake. The evacuation alert issued by the RDBN Aug. 15 has been rescinded, as well. A new evacuation alert has been issued for the ...see CHINA NOSE

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RCMP quarterly update Theft from motor vehicles and mischief of property are a couple of crimes that are trending downward according to the latest quarterly report presented by the Burns Lake RCMP detachment.

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The rail crossing that was the site of the train derailment last month has been closed by CN Rail

Public inquest inadequate for Burns Lake families

Inquest to be held in Prince George in March deemed to not be enough for suffering Burns Lake families. Steven Maisey

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The rail crossing that was the site of the crash between a logging truck and a CN Rail train has been shut down. The crossing has been closed since the accident occurred and is disrupting, for many, the logging business in Burns Lake. Other routes into the Decker Lake Forest Products sawmill are either too costly or too risky for logging trucks to navigate. motives but not the entire train. with CN to identify what addiSteven Maisey CN Rail has shut down the rail crossing that was the site of an accident between a logging truck and a CN Rail train. The accident occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m. July 25 at an unmarked rail crossing neat the Decker Lake Forest Products sawmill. The train derailment including 22 intermodal cars and two loco-

The track was re-opened and operational by the next morning, but CN Rail has shut down the crossing on North Road that is used by loggers to haul their timber to the Decker Lake mill. Hampton Affiliates' president and chief executive officer, Steve Zika says that his company is working with CN Rail to get the crossing re-opened. "We are currently working

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tional safety precautions need to be implemented to get the crossing re-opened," Zika said. The crossing has been closed for nearly a month now, and it is having negative affects on the local logging business. Wes Bohmer of Burns Lake Native Logging says that the closure of this road is having the save affect, business wise as the ...see CN RAIL t P5

Maureen Luggi has been through a lot in the past couple of years since the explosion at the Babine Forest Products sawmill. Luggi lost her husband, Robert Luggi Jr. in the explosion and subsequent fire on Jan. 20, 2012, and since then has dealt with every agonizing step in the investigative process, as her and the rest of the community has tried to heal. Now comes the next step in the process, as the B.C. Coroners Service has announced that it will hold a single public inquest into the deaths of the Luggi Jr. and Carl Charlie, the two workers who died in the Babine Forest Products explosion and the deaths of two workers that died in the explosion at the Lakeland sawmill in Prince George just under three months later. The inquest will begin on Mar. 2, 2015 at the provincial courthouse in

Prince George at 9:30 a.m. The coroners service determined that the most effective way to examine all the questions regarding the explosions at Babine and Lakeland was to hold a single inquest. But Luggi, feels otherwise. "Robert lived in this community for 22 years and Carl was born and raised here and to have this inquest taken right out of the community is very insensitive," Luggi said, "I feel that whatever is learned out of this and whatever healing that comes out of this result positive or negative it needs to come out in public in Burns Lake." Luggi appreciates the fact that the chief coroner, Lisa Lapointe will be presiding over the hearing herself, but still feels that the government has missed the point all together. The point of the public inquest, Luggi says is to provide healing, and that thought is something that has been reiterated to her by coroners representatives. Luggi doesn't believe much healing can be done if the only chance that most Burns Lake residence will have to watch the live feed of the inquest in Burns Lake. "I don't really think that they've considered our families very much, Carl Charlie's parents, for example, are elderly and not well and that it would be better if this inquest was held in Burns Lake," Luggi said, ...see INQUEST t P7

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CHINA NOSE from t P1 areas from the municipal boundary of the District of Houston from 4728 Bellicini Rd. and 4411 McKilligan Rd. east along Hwy. 16 corridor to the western boundary of the Village of Burns Lake at 1740 Nash Rd., including Murphy Road and Miller Road. This includes the communities of Topley, Rose Lake, Palling and Decker Lake. All roads connected to Hwy. 16 and including portions of Thomson Road, Decker-Maxan Road and Fisher Road. All evacuees are urged to report to either the College of New Caledonia in Burns Lake at 545 Hwy. 16 or at the District of Houston Office at 2267 12 St. for registration. Both registration offices will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. There are 135 firefighters currently battling the blaze, which has become a 24 hour operation for the Wildfire Management Branch. Laura Blackwell photo There are 15 helicopter crews, including two The China Nose Mountain fire is one of the top priority fires in the province. Crews had success this heavy helicopter crews, which are the largest air- past weekend battling the blaze, as they received some favourable weather. However, the public craft available, capable of dropping 1000 gallons is cautioned that the fire only remains 20 per cent contained, and is still volatile. of water at a time on the fire and 36 heavy equipcrease in smoke and flame activity. ment units assisting in firefighting efforts. In adA controlled burn off is conducted by the use of heavy equipdition, there are 28 support staff, including a type one incident ment to create a guard in front of the fire, and then when safe to commander and three structural protection units assigned to the due so crews will burn off remaining fuel between the guard and fire. the wildfire, removing fuel from the fire’s path. The China Nose Mountain fire has become one of the top priDespite the progress on the fire, the public is encouraged to ority fires in the area. An area restriction order has been put in place, as well, which stay vigilant. “We are by no means lowering our guard,” Mike McCulley, applies to the areas of McKilligan, Swan Lake, Heading Creek, Poisent Creek, Gilmore Lake Forest Service Road and portions Information Officer for the Wildfire Management Branch said, of the Thompson Creek Forest Service Road immediately North “We ask the public to do the same.” The weather cooled off Monday, and the area experienced a of Maxan Lake. small amount of rain, but the forecast for the rest of the week B.C. Parks has closed Old Man Lake Provincial Park, too. calls for clear skies and warm weather. The Wildfire Management Branch has conducted a controlled For further updates check back at www.ldnews.net or visit our burn off for the fire since Sunday, so residents should see an in- FaceBook page.

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What we know about the spill

Drought like conditions in the Northwest have left our region very susceptible to forest fires and the dangers that they present. Currently there are five forest fives that are burning over area more than 10 hectares in the Northwest Fire Centre and one, near Takysie Lake that is out, but being patrolled to prevent further igni-

tion. Of course the two forest fires that are of major concern to the Northwest Fire Centre and the people in the communities near these fires are the Chelaslie River fire and the China Nose Mountain fire. Both of these fires have caused the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako on advice from the Northwest Fire Centre to order evacuation of certain areas, as well as put other areas on evacuation alert. The China Nose Fire even caused the closure of Hwy. 16 last Friday. We should all be concerned about our neighbours who are on evacuation order, and the challenges the face as they try to ensure that their homes and livestock are safe from the approaching flames. However, all of us should be concerned and thankful for the work that the hundreds of firefighters who are on the front lines, battling these blazes do for us. They may be paid for their work, but they are out there risking their health and safety for our sake. There are nearly 500 firefighters on the Chelaslie River and China Nose Mountain fires. As a community we should give them a big thank you for long, tough hours of work they, along with the numerous volunteers who donate their equipment are doing to try and contain these fires and protect our homes and communities. We should be doing as much as we can to help these people out, as well. By that I mean listening to their various evacuation orders and by following the fire bans that have been set in place. Only recently has the Northwest Fire Centre banned campfires in the region, but even before they did, campers and recreational site users alike should’ve been cautious and conscientious of how their actions regarding their fires could affect our region. The one thing we don’t need on top of fires started by lightning, such as the Chelaslie River and China Nose Mountain fires are more fires started by humans. As it is, the provinces resources when it comes to fighting fires is already stretched thin. Firefighters from Ontario, Quebec and even Australia have been flown in to B.C., and into this region to help fight our forest fires. A couple of weeks ago the cost to fight these forest fires was costing the province $3.5 million per day, that cost has almost surely risen in the subsequent two weeks. Let’s be responsible and use common sense. Follow the campfire ban. Let’s also be appreciative of the work of those firefighters out in the bush right now, along with any other volunteers out there fighting the fires and the Regional District of BulkleyNechako for staying on top of the evacuation orders and alerts for the area. As a community band together to help those on evacuation order get their affairs in order. In times when it seems danger is around the corner we need to trust the professionals, knowing that they are working their hardest to help our community, and band together to ensure that our entire community remains safe and well.

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Today I’ll attempt to cut through the speculation and fear-mongering that have swirled around the Mount Polley mine dam breach and tell you what’s really known. As Black Press and our local publication the Williams Lake Tribune reported before and after the incident, the mine reopened in 2005 after a four-year shutdown and was expanding its operation, including the tailings pond. Rising metal prices helped put 380 unionized employees plus management back to work. Most are now working on rebuilding the tailings dam and cleaning up the spill site. Imperial Metals applied earlier this summer for an increase in water discharge, and was waiting for B.C. government approval at the time of the Aug. 4 dam breach. This was to be the second amendment to a water release permit issued when the mine started up in 1997. It has had a surplus of water due to rain and snow accumulation since it opened (under an NDP government, for those who want to turn everything into a political corruption story). The reason water release has been allowed is that in the absence of acid-producing rock, metal contamination of water is minimized. Imperial Metals’ routine tests with rainbow trout in undiluted tailings pond water have now been confirmed by environment ministry results, and water and fish from all but the immediate spill area have been cleared for human consumption. For an example of acid mine drainage, look up the Britannia Mine Museum, now a reclaimed national historic site with a water treatment plant built to function for hundreds of years. Before that, acid-produced toxic metal pollution drained from the abandoned mine into Howe Sound for decades. Early tests at Mount Polley indicate that this sort of long-term water remediation may not be required. The initial pulse of suspended sediment didn’t last long enough to affect fish in most of Quesnel Lake, much less the Fraser River system. Sediment tests show elevated iron and copper, with “leachability” results to come. Containment and removal will have to be undertaken. On May 24 of this year, Mount Polley received the first high water warning in its history. This was not a “breach,” contrary to some reports. The latest water permit application and work to raise the dam took place after that. It’s not difficult to deduce from aerial photos what was happening as mine management found ways to extend operation, including an underground phase. The pond was filling up with pulverized rock, reducing its capacity to hold water. Most of the accumulation is still there for all to see, as is the cross-section of the dam so abruptly exposed in the wee hours of Aug. 4. It may be months before inspectors and geotechnical engineers can determine the cause of the breach, which occurred with the water level 2.5 metres below the top of the dam, well within permit specifications. Either the design of the earthworks was not adequate, or it was not adequately followed. TV crews have packed up and left, after sucking out the initial drama and retailing every sensational claim they could find. Tourism operators are pleading with people not to turn their backs on the region after that influx of visitors. Professional environmentalists are now exploiting Mount Polley as part of their campaign to deindustrialize B.C. A key propaganda tool is a single picture of a salmon with skin removed from part of its dorsal region. No such fish has been produced, and a single rainbow trout collected the day of the spill is the only confirmed aquatic casualty.

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his company to haul to the Babine Forest Products mill, but the problem with that he says is that Hampton would have to pay additional costs of the re-cutting of the logs to size for Babine, something that Hampton wouldn’t want to pay. As far as finding another way to get his timber to the Decker Lake Forest Products mill, Bohmer says that there’s no other safe or cost efficient way for that to occur. He says there are other ways into the Decker Lake mill’s yard, but that they include long detours that would double his haul cost. Using the entrance to the mill off of Hwy. 16 isn’t an option, too. “The highway portion into Decker is way too narrow and once you get unloaded you cannot safely or pass on that narrow of a road,” Bohmer said.

explosion at Babine Forest Products sawmill did. “It has put a lot of people out of work so now they’re looking for work in communities outside of Burns Lake,” Bohmer said, “It has completely shut down operations.” Bohmer says that his company is not processing, not cutting and not skidding any wood. “We’re not doing anything so nobody is working,” Bohmer said, “The mill is still open and operational but it’s going to be out of wood shortly too, probably.” According to Bohmer a similar thing happened in Terrace a while ago and the rail crossing was kept closed for two years. Bohmer says that some of his workers have found work in other communities, but adds that isn’t the point. If the crossing is closed for any length of time he says once he starts back up again he won’t have anybody to work for him. “We’re going to have to pay more to get them SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) back, which is costly, or pay more to train and REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS NEW TO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT hire new people, which Registration for all students who are NEW to this District will take place in the school is costly,” Bohmer said. listed below on the dates indicated during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and Bohmer isn’t sure how 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. unless otherwise stated. Grade 7 students going to Grade 8 in long the crossing will the same town and students who are returning to their same school as last year do not need to re-register. stay closed, but he has heard speculation that Report cards or transfer records should be presented to the school upon registration it could be closed an to assist in proper placement in the school. Please bring the student’s birth certificate and care card. additional two to three months, something he Beginning students (Kindergarten and Grade One) who have already registered says would cripple his should not re-register. business. SCHOOL GRADES ENROLLED DATE Bohmer says he is losing $25,000 per Babine Elem-Sec. School Kindergarten - Grade 12 August 28 - 29, 2014 day, which equates to **(9:00 am to 12:00 noon) $375,000 in income Decker lake Elem. School Kindergarten - Grade 7 August 26 - 28, 2014 from timber sales alone *Out of catchment in the 15 business days registration will likely be limited the crossing has been shut down. Francois Lake Elem. School Kindergarten - Grade 7 August 27 - 29, 2014 That number doesn’t *Catchment registration include the additional only being accepted costs, such as paying Grassy Plains School Kindergarten - Grade 12 August 28 - 29, 2014 rent, paying staff and administrative costs. Lakes District Sec. School Grade 8 - 12 August 25 - 29, 2014 “If it shuts down for William Konkin Elem. School Kindergarten - Grade 7 August 25 - 29, 2014 the three months we won’t be here we’ll have EBUS Academy Kindergarten - Grade 12 Online, July & August, 2014 to go somewhere else,” Bohmer said. NOTE TO SECONDARY STUDENTS: The other option, Those students who register after Friday, September 5, 2014, may have difficulty in Bohmer says is that registering in classes due to space availability. Hampton may allow

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Editor: The Provincial Government of Saskatchewan has recently announced that all smart meters in that province will be removed. Why? Smart meters are causing house fires just as they have been reported here in B.C. The response of our own Minister of Energy was to question the wisdom of the Saskatchewan decision stating that the B.C. Government is confident that if they had stayed the course, the program would have a positive impact on keeping rates low. There you have it folks, right from the source. Apparently our government is willing to sacrifice your homes and the lives of your families if it means keeping utility rates low. Makes one wonder what is the true agenda of the B.C. Provincial government when they are clearly prepared to roll the dice with your life. The Emperor does indeed fiddle while his empire burns. James G Smith Nanaimo, B.C.

Editor: The latest Canadian mine tailing pond spill into a B.C. waterway occurred last week near Likely, B.C. Prior to Apr. 4, Imperial Metals’ Mt Polley gold and copper mine tailing pond was contained behind a gigantic wall of sand. There were warnings by employees and government that the tailing pond was over-filled and could rupture. The warnings were ignored and now much of this toxic material is in Quesnel Lake. Quesnel Lake flows into the Fraser River, which flows throughout British Columbia, through the City of Vancouver into the Strait of Georgia. This spill is not over. Material from the tailing pond continues to escape, lake bottoms have currents that will continue to move the mountain of

sediment into the water column. This incident involves far more than the drinking water of the Town of Likely. The reason for tailing ponds is to keep toxic waste produced by mining contained. There are now mining tailings spread all over the spill site and satellite images show the tailings moving towards the Fraser River. I am writing to suggest British Columbians look at this in a realistic light, because this affects all of us. Heavy metals, such as those found in these mine tailings tend to bioaccumulate in living organisms. They can also kill insects which young fish feed on. Quesnel Lake is an important fish nursery and rears a large part of B.C.’s wild salmon. Fewer bugs mean fewer salmon, toxic bugs means toxins in salmon.

I have been contacted by First Nation colleagues asking if the salmon in the Fraser River are safe to eat. It is a breach of government responsibility that every First Nation along the river has not already been contacted with test results. I understand the First Nation Health Authority is doing testing. We all need to see those results ASAP. I have received pictures and reports from several places downriver from the Imperial mine spill of salmon with their skin peeling off. Is this exposure to acid? Guessing is dangerous and we need answers. The situation has forced Cayoose Creek Band Chief Michelle Edwards, Xaxli’p Chief Darrel Bob and Tsk’way’laxw Chief Francis Alec to close all fishing for their communi-

ties. This is leadership that takes responsibility for human health. I have spent 30 years trying to protect wild salmon from farm salmon disease. As a result, I am very familiar with government smoke and mirrors when a business activity threatens the health of British Columbia. Simply put, the escape of millions of cubic meters of mine tailings into the Fraser River should concern all Canadians whether they live downstream of a mine or not, because we are a society that cares about the fate of our children. The urgent question many people are asking: “are the salmon from Fraser River dangerous to eat?” Alexandra Morton Independent biologist Sointula, B.C.

Editor: I fail to understand why special interest groups continue to sensationalize the Mount Polley mine incident. Yes, a damn failed and thousands of litres of water and mud knocked out a swath of trees and deposited them into Polley Lake. However, the water was not toxic as many claim and, from my understanding, the mixture contains minimal amounts of naturally occurring minerals, metals, rock, sand, silt and mud. Yes, the site looks horrendous. But

it’s not unlike any other naturally occurring mud slide that happens regularly all over B.C. Thankfully no one was hurt or injured, and the water tests continue to confirm that the water in the creeks and lakes is fit for human consumption and perfectly safe for fish. Scientists also continue to confirm that arsenic, mercury and lead levels fall well below the maximum allowable limits for drinking water. Today, people are once again watching fish jump in the lake and can drink the wa-

ter, and there is every reason to expect that in a year natural vegetation regrowth will render the incident almost undetectable. Yes, we need to find out why this happened and do what we can to ensure that it does not happen again. But I am not going to let all the “anti-everything” alarmists out there continue to suggest that we shut down an industry so many families rely on. Instead, let’s make it better. Donald Leung Burnaby, B.C.

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Before we know it school will be back into full swing. When we lived on the prairie school went back the same time as threshing would be starting. When we got older we would miss the first school days as we had to help with the harvest. Threshing was a fun time and as kids it was always special to us. I wonder how many old boys of my age remember those years. long gone but left memories that I have. Wasps Everyone seems to have one or two wasps nest in their yards or old buildings. They can be dangerous too. My brother in-law John Keefe had

a nasty experience a week or so ago. He was watering his flowers and he opened the base of his one flower and there was a big wasp’s nest. He was bitten badly. His arms and hands were swollen up as well as his face as he had a job to talk, to get his breath. This happened many years ago. Scary at the time but turned out ok in the end. There were lots of wasp nests and these were more dangerous as they were in the ground and you could step in one and not know it was there until too late and this was the year. It was about this time of year and lots of wasp nests. It was early evening and about 10 or 12 of our family members and some friends were having an evening ride on horseback behind the landing north of the old family farm. There were some lovely trails. Anyway we were strung out single file. The trail was narrow so we were head to tail. Horses going good when I heard

one of the riders was in trouble. It was my niece, she was a good rider on a good horse, what could go wrong. I heard this voice calling for me. So I went back and she was in trouble big time as her horse had stopped in a huge wasp nest and the wasp’s were just boiling out of the ground all around her horse and would not move so I told her to kick her feet free and I ran to her and took her off the hose to a safe place and believe it or not we didn’t get a bite but the poor pony sure did. Our brother in-law was on his first and last ride, he told me and he took off for home on foot. My horse ran away as I had jumped off in a hurry. We caught her and the horse left the wasp nest by himself. Last week my niece and I had a lovely visit and this little story also brought back to our memories that ride. Church in the park This is late and I am sorry but it’s too important to miss and that’s the

‘Church in the park’ on Aug. 10. An inter-church worship gathering with lunch to follow. It was a wonderful way to spend a Sunday. The music and the singing and the speakers were all wonderful and for me not soon forgotten. Hats off to the folks that put it all together you did a great job. To meet old friends was just great. Old friends are so precious to me you cannot buy them, they are just there. An other plus for the day was the weather it was the most beautiful day you could imagine. But we do need rain, things are a bit too dry. In fact it’s dangerous as we can tell by the number of bad fires. I have just heard from my prairie friends and they are having hail storms. Some of them are doing so much damage, windows broken and some crops destroyed. This is a little story I am going to pass on, it’s interesting if nothing else. As we were leaving

the church in the park a couple of men met us for a little visit. The one gentlemen asked me if I remembered him. I did and I didn’t but after a few minutes I did. He introduced me as Hugh Neave to his friend and started telling his friend a little story and this is what he said. He had come to get work in Burns Lake and he picked up $600 in cash from the bank. It was in an envelope for safe keeping so he put it in his pocket and went to catch his ride and when he got to his ride his envelope and his money were gone. This was all he had. He walked the roadside and the ditches and no envelope. He noticed a man (which was me) watching him and I said “Have you lost something” and so he told me his story. “Maybe this is it” and out of my coat I handed him the envelope and the money. He went on to say This was Hugh Neave from Francois Lake, this was a prayer answered.”

He went on to say, “What an honest man. I have known him for so long and I will never forget him and what a surprise to bump into him today.” Although our visit was very short it was nice to meet up with him once again and have him retell this story. I told me that I followed him for a long time to make sure this was hid money I had just picked up. Our family is having such a wonderful summer with our Irish family with us. It’s like old times once again having our whole family together. They will be going back home again in just too soon but has been a wonderful visit. Kathy and her three daughters Karmen, Jordyn and Robyn. Our Francois Lake family and friends have also enjoyed their visit as it was special for us all. One thing the family really enjoyed was the swimming. The lake has been so warm. Not often this happens in

Francois Lake. I notice the smoke coming in tonight the fires seem to be closer all the time and it’s not a pleasant sight. The fires are on our side of the lake now. What the fires leave behind are disastrous like the birds and the little animals who are unable to get away. We do need rain and lets hope it’s not too long in coming. Although it’s many years ago I can still remember the big dry and on the prairie as a kid growing up and it was nice to make our new home in B.C. It was the best thing our family ever did and I kid you not. It’s not good news to hear a few moments ago the big fire west of us is burning out of control, let’s hope not for long. A little note I found in a card this morning It’s not near as important how many years a fella has lived as how many folks have been right glad he has. Always remember God loves you and so do I.

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quest in their own community." Many families involved with the explosion are still dealing with post traumatic stress, and Luggi says an incident like this isn't something that can be overcome in just one year. She is still pushing the government for a full public inquiry into the explosions at Babine and Lakeland, as well as pushing for the enforcement of Bill C-45, which allows criminal charges to be brought against employers who are found negligent in worker accidents. "If Bill C-45 was enforced perhaps none of us would be having this conversation and we would be moving a lot quicker in healing than we are now," Luggi said. WorkSafeBC fined Hampton Affiliates $1,011,639.62 in April in regards to the Babine explosion, a fine that has since been appealed by Hampton.

"Carl has a huge family and a huge community with Lake Babine Nation and Robert and I raised our children in Burns Lake for 22 years and many of the community members knew Robert. They died in Burns Lake, not in Prince George or near Prince George, they died in this community and that's where the inquest needs to be held." Luggi believes that Burns Lake is being marginalized as a community, noting that there are accommodations here, as well as facilities that could be looked at as a proper venue for the inquest. Luggi says she will be writing a letter to the chief coroner asking her to move the inquest to Burns Lake in March. As well, Mayor Strimbold announced at village council meeting Aug. 12 that he and the chief of Lake Babine Nation, Wilf Adam and the chief of the Wet'suwet'en First Nation, Karen Ogen will be writing a letter requesting The 71st Annual Lakes District that the inquest be moved to Burns Lake. & Music Festival Luggi said the idea that she presented to Nechako Lakes MLA and minister of aboriginal relations September 5th, 6th & 7th, 2014 and reconciliation, John Rustad, was to have the inquest into the explosion at the Babine mill held Jackpot Barrel Race in Burns Lake. $ 500.00 ADDED That inquest, Luggi notes, could be wrapped Saturday, September 6th up by Friday afternoon, then the chief coroner, at the Lakes District Fall Fair the jury and all the officials presiding over the in5:30 pm in the main rodeo arena quest could drive the two and a half hours to Prince George where the inquest into the explosion at the “It’s A Family A-Fair” Find us at www.ldfallfair.ca Lakeland mill could begin on the following Monday or Tuesday. It would allow the coroners service to maintain the same jury and experts, which they SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) feel is necessary, according to Luggi. KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Luggi says that after disappointment after 1. BABINE ELEMENTARY SECONDARY SCHOOL - Granisle Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 28 - 29, 2014. disappointment when it comes to the entire 2. DECKER LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Decker Lake Babine investigation Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 26 - 28, 2014. that the community of Out of catchment registration will likely be limited. Burns Lake deserves to 3. FRANCOIS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - East Francois Lake hear the inquest in their Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014. own community. Catchment registration only will be accepted. "To find out the WorkSafe is giving a 4. GRASSY PLAINS SCHOOL - Grassy Plains Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014. fine to Hampton and Babine and that they're 5. WILLIAM KONKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Burns Lake going to appeal it is just Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014. a disgrace," Luggi said, 9. EBUS ACADEMY - Vanderhoof "Our families are bePlease phone our registrar at 1-800-567-1236 any weekday during the summer to ing left on the sideline discuss how the EBUS distance learning Kindergarten program may fit your child’s while this government needs. and their agencies fail us one by one, so I just TRANSPORTATION: Kindergarten pupils will be transported on regular school bus runs. To request transportation for your child/children, please contact Sue Disher, feel that the general Transportation Coordinator, at 250-692-3130 starting the week of August 25, 2014. public in Burns Lake deserves to hear this in-

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The Village of Burns Lake is running an annual surplus in its first two financial quarters, according to the quarterly financial income statement presented to the mayor and council at the Village of Burns Lake council meeting last Tuesday. The financial statement, which reported the income and expenditures for the Village of Burns Lake from January to June 2014 showed that all accounts for the village were in good standing. Thus far in 2014 the village has

brought in $3,122,461.74 of their budgeted $6,317,984 for the year. The village has spent $2,589,816.39 in the first two financial quarters, leaving the village with an annual surplus of $532,645.35 during the first two financial quarters of this year. A financial statement must be presented to mayor and council every three months, and it was moved that the financial statement be received by council at last Tuesday's council meeting. Highlighting the financial statement was that the Village of Burns Lake has sent out property tax invoices and office staff are processing payments. The village has collected $1,393,128.91 in property tax revenue so far in 2014. It is expected that the village will collect an additional $3,195,522.26 in the remaining two financial quarters in 2014.

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Lakeland and says that the experience was heartbreaking, noting that the Westray law should’ve been enforced in those situations, instead of just the $1 million fine, which is now being appealed. The steelworkers union has received support from many municipalities across the country including the cities of Hamilton and Toronto in Ontario and recently by towns in B.C., including Dawson Creek and Fort St. John. “I ask for your support in adopting the resolution. Together we can make a difference, let’s stop the killing and enforce the law,” Penner said. Mayor Luke Strimbold said that council would take a look at the recommendation, and bring it back for discussion at a later date, something that is typical protocol for the village.

A representative from the United Steelworkers union made an appearance at the Village of Burns Lake’s council meeting last Tuesday where he made a presentation to the mayor and councillors urging them to support the union’s resolution that would see enforcement of the Westray law. The Westray law, known as Bill C-45, is federal legislation in response to the Westray Mine disaster in Plymouth, Nova Scotia that saw a mixture of methane gas and coal dust explode on May 9, 1992, killing 26 workers. The bill became law on Mar. 31, 2004 and was supposed to establish new legal duties for workEnter to win! place safety and health, as well as impose serious $ penalties for violations that resulted in injuries or death. However according to the steelworkers union the bill isn’t being enforced, and the stats that the union gives are quite alarming. And More! According to George Penner, who was at the Any picture of the beautiful council meeting last Tuesday representing the Lakes District outdoors. United Steelworkers Union, since the Westray law Hunting, fishing, camping, was passed in to being in 2004, there have been scenery your trophy’s... 9000 workplace related deaths across the country, an average of 1000 deaths per year or three deaths Let’s show people why Burns Lake per day. Not one corporate executive has been sentence to is the best place to live! even one day in prison. Send your entries to: “We know that employers aren’t responsible for Woods N Water Sports, P.O. Box 170, Burns Lake B.C. all of them, many are just unfortunate accidents it’s V0J 1E0 • Email: Dcunningham1@hotmail.com the ones where they employer has knowingly and Limit three photos per person. Please include name, number and location of photo. willingly put someone else in harms way with no consideration for that person’s well being that is OODS N’ WATER W unacceptable,” Penner said. The steelworkers union started the ‘Stop the Killing’ campaign in October 2013 at their district health and safety convention to petition local governments to support their initiative in getting Sports and Recreation Crown prosecutors to start enforcing the Westray 870 Highway 16 West • woodsnwater@telus.net law. 250-692-4842 “We need to hold employers accountable for Winners of the contest will be selected from a wrongful deaths in the workplace,” Penner said. panel of Judges on Penner says that the steelworkers union has September 27th at 6:00pm. marched with the families and survivors of the Woods N’ Water is free to use all submitted images in promotional materials as sawmill explosions at Babine Forest Products and

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Samples of fish and sediment in the region of the Mount Polley mine tailings breach are being tested to determine longer-term effects of metals contamination on the local environment. The B.C. environment ministry has also collected rainbow trout and lake trout tissue samples, with results expected by the end of August. Sediment and plankton samples are also being tested from the region near Williams Lake.

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"The tailings liquid initially released from the impoundment moved very quickly through the system and was diluted greatly by the water in the lake, the Quesnel River and ultimately the Fraser River," the environment ministry said in a statement. "As such, the fish exposure was limited and not long enough for uptake into tissues. Combined with the fact that the water in Quesnel Lake meets drinking water guidelines, it is unlikely there will have been any short-term effects on fish in Quesnel Lake or downstream as a result of this event." Tourism operators remain open on Quesnel Lake and throughout the Cariboo region. Environment ministry boat crews have been on the water since the breach Aug. 4, but only one dead fish, a rainbow trout, has been reported. It was collected by University of Northern B.C. researchers and turned over to officials Aug. 6. Based on water quality test results, Fisheries and Oceans Canada has re-opened the chinook salmon fishery on the Quesnel and Cariboo Rivers. The B.C. First Nations Health Authority is conducting its own samples on migrating salmon at the request of affected First Nations on the river system. Water use restrictions have been lifted in most of the area affected by the Mount Polley mine tailings breach after health authority water tests confirmed the water is not a risk for drinking or bathing. Interior Health lifted the water use ban on all areas except immediate zone of the tailings and water spill, including Hazeltine Creek, Polley Lake and 100 metres around the out of the creek at Quesnel Lake. The tests corroborate earlier samples tested by mine operator Imperial Metals. The only sample that yielded metal contamination was one taken from an area with visible sediment near Hazeltine Creek, which was scoured out by millions of cubic metres of water and mine tailings. "Results show slight exceedances of phosphorus and aluminum for drinking water and exceedances of copper, chromium, phosphorus and aluminum for aquatic life guidelines," the environment ministry reported. "These elevated levels would be expected near an aluminum/copper mine."

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Local RCMP gives quarterly report Certain crimes trending downward as village council receives RCMP update Steven Maisey Theft from motor vehicles and mischief of property are a couple of crimes that are trending downward according to the latest quarterly report presented by the Burns Lake RCMP detachment. Staff Sgt. Grant MacDonald and Corp. Jack Ashford were present at the Village of Burns Lake council meeting last Tuesday to present the detachment's quarterly report to the mayor and council, and included numerous positive outlooks. Along with the downward trend in motor vehicle theft and property mischief crimes, the report notes that the boat patrols that the Burns Lake RCMP have conducted this summer have been wildly successful. Boater compliance when it comes to having safety gear, such as life jackets on the boat have been high, and there have been no incidents related to alcohol on the boat. The only area in which RCMP officers have issued warnings is related to boaters having their operators card. "We did issue a number of warnings in regard to having the operators

card. People have claimed they had it but they didn't have it with them. We've given them a specified time to give proof that they've taken the course," MacDonald said, "It's all about getting compliance within the recreational users." MacDonald said that he and the entire detachment is very pleased with the fact that they've had zero incidents with alcohol on the boats this summer, and it's something he hopes continues going forward as the detachment as a number of boat patrols remaining this summer. Currently the Burns Lake RCMP detachment has 14 officers and four public servants, leaving the detachment down one officer and one public servant. The breakdown includes Staff Stg. MacDonald, two corporals, including Corp. Ashford and 11 other officers, three of which are dedicated to First Nations policing and the other eight dedicated to general duty. Ashford told council that the detachment is anticipated to have big changes come next summer where as many as four officers could be changing ...see RCMP

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Guy Epkens-Shaffer (L), President of the Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association receives a cheque from the Bulkley Valley Credit Union worth $500. The cheque is an annual donation to the mountain bike association for their Big Pig Mountain Bike festival. This year’s mountain bike festival was supposed to be the seventh annual festival for the mountain bike association, however the event was cancelled due to the dangers of the forest fires in the area, specifically the China Nose Mountain fire. The mountain bike association is hoping to reschedule the Big Pig for sometime in September, although a definitive date has yet to be determined. If a date cannot be determined, it is likely the prize money will carry over to next year’s festival. er Lake and Topley. “We thought having a festival when people were worried about their homes, families and livelihoods was pretty callous,” Guy-EpkensShaffer, President of the Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association said, “Those factors along with the fire risk of hav-

ing that many people up on Boer Mountain and doing physical activity with the smoke advisory were our main factors in cancelling.” The mountain bike associations plan is to reschedule the event for later in September, and at this time a tentative date for the last week-

end in September is what is being looked at. Epkens-Shaffer says that final weekend in September is probably the latest the event could be rescheduled before being cancelled for good, but it was all weather dependant. If the mountain bike association is unable to

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Pass $56.67 $75.00 $80.00 $185.00 $60.00

Card $22.95 $36.00 $47.25 $99.00 $36.00

Pass $170.00 $300.00 $320.00 $740.00 $240.00

With a membership, you ss can have unlimited acce to the fitness facility with all th ber 6th (12sessions) access to the racquetb September 20 to Decem camp! and squash courts and are starting again from a recital at the end of the (age 7-9). There will be climbing wall. You also ount on the programs. disc cess Ballet (age 3-6) and 10% Prin a ’s get dra San will s you Mis t , receive a 40% discoun dler or youth membership Rate If you have family, tod Time on all rental fees including e Dat equipments and facility 10:00am -11:00am rentals.

Ballet Programs Miss Sandra’s Princess

) Princess Ballet (age 3-6 ) Princess Ballet (age 7-9

Every Saturday

$100

11:00am- 12:00pm l tied back with a ponytai s • Long hair should be ce leotard and stocking recital dan the a r for es wea uld tum cos sho s er • Girl togeth to help make up and put • Parents will be asked l be run out of the

! Rentals wil board rentals are open for le dd pa d an k ya Ka ekdays from 9am -4pm e, we Cano are opening the rentals

summer. We weekends. Lakeside Multiplex this l be 9am-7pm for the kayaks. Rental hours wil for m -7p 9am and canoes 692 3817. Call for more details 250

Ootsa Lake Fishing Derby: August 29, 30, 31 and September 1, 2014. 1st prize: $2000. For more information please call 250-694-3658 or 250-694-3377

We are offering Belly Dancing classes starting on September 24th to November 12th (8 sessions) Belly Dancing

Date Every Wednesday

Time 6:00pm-7:00pm

Rate $70

• Wear comfortable clothing; leggings, yoga pants, and a tank top or you may choose to embellish a bathing suit top. • Belly dancing scarves can be purchased for $7.00 from the instructor or encouraged to bring a length of light fabric or sari material The Lakeside Multiplex is starting its fall and winter gym hours as of September 1st. everyone with a gym key will be able to access the weight room between the hours of 6am – 11pm (weekdays) and 8am – 11pm (weekends). 24 hour access will be available again in the spring! • If you want to register online, please visit the village website and click the Rec folder. • If you have a Lakeside Multiplex Membership, you will get 10% discount for the programs.

Lakeside Multiplex

103 Flogum Dr. P.O. Box 570, Burns Lake BC, V0J 1E0 Phone: 250-692-3817 • Email: villagerecreation@burnslake.ca www.burnslake.ca or Facebook /VillageRecreation.com

Burns Lake Terry Fox Run - September 14 at the Francois Lake Hall. Always looking for donations for the Fall Harvest Auction. More info (250) 692-7438.

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Get your tickets for the upcoming SHOP LOCALLY performing arts season now

A healthy local economy depends on you

Contributed Season tickets for the Lake Districts Arts Council’s (LDAC) 2014-2015 performing arts season, ‘Time for Nine’, are on sale now at two convenient locations in Burns Lake. The first at Process 4 circle arts Gallery on Third Avenue, and at Lakes District Free Classified (LDFC). A highlight of the coming season, LDAC’s ninth, will be the return of Ballet Jörgen Canada in a production of the fairy tale classic Cinderella. B.C.’s folk icon and touring legend Valdy is also coming back to the Lakes District, with bassoonist Nadina Mackie Jackson in an eclectic and funky evening of music. Singer and songwriter John Wort Hannam and ‘The Blue Collar Band’ from Alberta will bring their mix of roots and folk music to town. Ontario based Darrelle London is touring her new album to Canadian and U.S. colleges and clubs, and stops off in Burns Lake to present

her smart and sassy songs. A one-man drama production and an evening of piano and clarinet music round out a season featuring the quality, variety and diversity that have become the Arts Council’s hallmarks. For more information about the coming season, check out the arts council’s website at www.lakesdistrictarts.com. Season tickets are your best buy, giving you admission to live performances for less than $10 per show, they ensure you have a ticket to all the shows you most want to see. Brochures and order forms are available now at Process 4 and LDFC, and at many other fine locations around the Lakes District. Look for our ads in the Lakes District News, and posters around town, as well. Season tickets for ‘Time for Nine!’ are on sale until Nov. 2, and tickets to individual performances go on sale Monday, Sept. 22 at Process 4 and

A&W 2014 M.S.

“Cruisin for a Cause” Campaign

A & W Plastic Embossed Car Hop Tray with 2 extra large Glass Mugs. er r items, no long o ct lle co re a e Thes or sold. manufactured

Silent Auction 100% of the proceeds will go to the

MS Society

Come to the A & W to enter your Bid!

CLOSING DATE,

August 21st @ 8:30 PM Come to the A&W on August 21st Have a teen burger and

1.00 from your purchase

will go to support M.S.

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Grassy Plains Community Hall would like to extend a big

THANK YOU! to

REGIONAL DISTRICT BULKLEY NECHAKO-FEDERAL GAS TAX NECHAKO KITAMAAT DEVELOPMENT FUND SOCIETY NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE TRUST For your generous financial contribution towards Grassy Plains Hall siding & deck project and also

LAKES DISTRICT MAINTENANCE LTD. CARL DOGLIONE For the donation of equipment for excavation purposes

We are very grateful!

The Ballet Jorgen Canada and Valdy and Nadina are two of the performers that fans of the performing arts will be able to see during the arts council’s upcoming 2014-2015 season. LDFC. Tickets are available at these locations all season long, as well as at the door before each performance. If you are a longstanding member of LDAC’s audience, get

your tickets early to avoid disappointment, and if you have been an audience member in the past, consider coming back and enjoying some of the great performances in the 2014-2015 season.

Business Excellence

Awards

It is that time of year again... Nominations are now being accepted.

To Nominate:

Nomination forms can be found on the Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce website (www.burnslakechamber.com) or forms may be picked up/dropped off at the Burns Lake Chamber of Commerce 540 Hwy 16. Completed forms must be returned no later than September 1, 2014.

Nomination Rules:

You can nominate yourself or someone can nominate you. These awards are for people and businesses that contributed in 2013 (if you didn’t start your business till 2014 you’ll have to wait till next year to enter). Nominations close September 1, 2014. You may nominate more than one business. All businesses in the Lakes District and/or members of the Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce are eligible to be nominated. Businesses include, industry, municipal/regional government, non profits, educational institutions, retail, restaurants and financial institutions to give a few examples.

The following Awards are as follows:

Outstanding Customer Service, Community Ambassador, Paul Sandercott Business of the Year, Rookie Business of the Year, Image & Innovation, Customer Service Employee of the Year.

If you would like more information please call Shelley at the Chamber of Commerce 250 692 3773.

The Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce

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The 71st Annual Lakes District Fall Fair & Music Festival: September 5, 6 and 7, 2014. Legion 50/50 Draw Proceeds to Brian Hanson. Call the Legion for tickets. Draw Find us at www.ldfallfair.ca

December 6th, 2014. Call Lana 692-4320 or the Legion 692-3232.

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THANK YOU BLMBA and all Kager Lake/ Boer Mountain Recreation Site users would like to thank

RADLEY CONTRACTING & LAKES DISTRICT MAINTENANCE for their recent work on the Boer Mountain Road. This donation is very much appreciated by all who use this road!!

A BIG thank you to... Jarret at Sears for helping us arrange for a new washer and dryer for Brian Hanson. And also thank you to everyone who donated to the purchase of it!

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

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Council briefed on RCMP status RCMP from t P11 detachments. “We are preparing to lose four members next summer and having to train four new members,” Ashford said. Training, in regard to First Nation policing is one of the biggest issues for the detachment due to the six First Nations communities in the Burns Lake area. While the detachment may have three officers solely dedicated to First Nations policing, all members of the detachment are required to complete mandatory First Nations policing training. Other training that the detachment has put it’s members through is two components of domestic violence training, firearms training, taser training and operational training, where officers are sent to Chilliwack to be trained in first

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The Burns Lake RCMP detachment continues to upgrade officer training. Among other things detailed by the RCMP in their quarterly report, incidents of alcohol out on boats this summer have been non-existent. More patrols are planned however. aid, scenario training and officer engagement training. Operational training provides officers with simulations to improve their reactions in different situations. “It engages critical incident escalation training, so for example from time to time you’ll have contact with mental health issues and concerns and you have to approach those situations from a different view,” Ashford said. The Burns Lake RCMP continues to involve themselves in the community. Officers have been part of the food recovery program with Over-

waitea initiated by Jennifer Petersen, engaged with the high school in liaison terms, involved with the Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce, involved with Meals on Wheels and the Canadian Cancer Society to name a view. Currently, Const. Dave Wolchuck is involved with the Cops for Cancer bike ride taking place in Northern B.C. at the moment. The top concern for the Burns Lake RCMP however, remains violence against women and sexual violence. “A concern we’re having is breaking the silence that exists

Thank You! A special thank you to our children Christian and Rhonda Lobermayer, grandchildren Ian (Carmin) and Curtis for giving us a wonderful

We hope you have a great Birthday on August 24. We love you lots!

From all your family and friends

50th Wedding Anniversary party on August 10th, 2014.

Thank you to the family and many friends that came and thanks to those that helped out. Thank you for all the delicious food and the many cards. Thank you for making it a special day to remember. ~ Joe and Sophie

among young women when it comes to selling their bodies within the community,” Ashford said, “It’s an issue right now where we’re finding we have to deal with head on.” The RCMP is focusing on a two pronged approach to this issue. The first is educating community members. A committee has been set up where discussion can be held and ideas can be brainstormed to help break the silence and educate people in the community. The second prong is the investigation work the RCMP does. “We’ll investigate anytime but it has to

come from someone speaking. We need the information,” Ashford said. To combat the silence the RCMP has partnered with the Elizabeth Fry Society to promote a poster campaign that will begin in September. The plan is to partner with local businesses, such as bars and restaurants to put up these posters in washrooms to work with people to get them thinking about this issue. The RCMP provides quarterly reports as part of their performance plan that is prepared annually in line with the fiscal year. It is updated every quarter.

Thank you to everyone who has returned a borrowed cat carrier to us. With respect to the many who may need to borrow a cat carrier due to the evacuations, if you still have one of the Burns Lake Vet clinic carriers at home, please return to us ASAP. Thank you for your cooperation. Advertising donated by LD News

Burns Lake Veterinary Clinic Ltd. Fountain Road, Burns Lake • Phone: 250-692-7476

M.S. “Cruisin for a Cause” Campaign: Come to the A&W on August 21 and have a Burns Lake Kidney Walk: Sunday, August 24 at Spirit Square. Registration: 9:00 teen burger -$1.00 from your purchase will go to support M.S..

a.m. 2.5K walk: 10:00 a.m. Register at: www.burnslakekidneywalk.ca

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No need to contact ICBC. We process ICBC glass claims from start to ﬁnish.

ICBC Accredited Collision Repair Shop

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Phone: 250-692-3805 Highway 16 West, Burns Lake, B.C.

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The newly renovated

IS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL for meetings, conferences and events.

All Floors, Carpets, Windows, Upholstery, made like new

To book a rental: please contact Joan & Jeff Ragsdale 250-692-0093

Call Branislav 250-692-1812

“Members and bona fide guests welcome”

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

September

Call Lana 250-692-4320

Summer Hours: Thursday to Saturday: 4:00-8:00 pm email:

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

Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. ~ Everyone Welcome ~ THE CHURCH OF

JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Sunday 10:00AM

Hwy 35 & Francois Lake 250-6956316 Everyone Welcome

OLD LANDMARKS

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP At Muriel Mould Primary School

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heroine 29. Mauna __, Hawaiian volcano CLUES DOWN 31. Correct 1. Infants coding 2. Jacket 32. Type of fruit 3. Unworthiness 33. Brews 4. Bone 35. More 5. Dhaka is the frumpish capital 38. Cook’s bowl 6. Relating to scraping tool musical notes 41. Express 7. Claviceps discontent fungus disease 43. Paris stock 8. Marine algae exchange 9. 40th state 44. Ingest food 12. Number, in 45. Expression of base two disappointment 13. Skelton’s 46. Stars Wars Kadiddlehopper character Rrogon 17. A dalton 48. Limb (Physics) angulation 19. Sea eagles 50. P.M. Hirobumi 20. Fixed charges 56. Initials of per unit social media site 21. Incline 57. Yukon 25. Three Bears Territory

OUR TOWN Burns Lake Terry Fox Run Sept. 14 at the Francois Lake Hall. Always looking for donations for the Fall Harvest Auction. More info (250) 692-7438

Lakes District Fall Fair meeting on Aug. 21/14 at 7 p.m. and will be held at the Cancer Society Office on the Main Street.

BC Seniors Games Zone #11 members: BC Seniors Games Langley 2014 website is http://www.2014bcseniorsgames.org. The theme this year is Everyone Wins!. Check out the possibilities for participating in the 55+ Games.

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.

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: August 2014. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10-11am. Community garden social club every Monday at 9am. Foot Care all day by appointment Aug. 21. Last day to pay for your September Good Food Box is Aug. 29. More info (250) 694-3270.

Gerow Island, Highway 35

President Lambert 694-3748

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Island Gospel Fellowship

250-694-3756 (Church)

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch #50 Watch for 50/50 Draw Auction Call the Legion for tickets Friday th September 27 Proceeds to Brian Hanson. Dinners Donations required - new or like new RC Legion #50. Draw December 6 , 2014. Call Lana 692-4320 or the Legion 692-3232

Kerr Road, Burns Lake Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:15am. Worship Service at 10:30am. Pastor Steve Swires 250-692-3259

Sunday Service: 10:45 am

Competitive Prices and Contract Rates available

website: www.ominecaskiclub.ca

FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH

Grassy Plains Gospel Church

Complete Commercial/Residential/ Industrial Janitorial Service

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

Lakes District & Area

Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551

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24 Hour Service

Church Directory

Sunday Morning Worship Service begins @ 10:30 am

You paid how much!?

Omineca Ski Club Day Lodge

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.

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

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

250-695-6586

Burns Lake Community Church Lakes Learning Centre 10:30 am 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

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 TALOK FISHERIES LTD.

LOGO CONTEST!!

Calling All Lake Babine Nation Artists!!! 1st Prize Winner - $500.00 2nd Prize Winner - $300.00 3rd Prize Winner - $250.00 Children Under the age of 13 Prize - $50.00

KEYWORDS TO REMEMBER: Salmon, Talok Fisheries Traditional Fisheries, Modern Business Lake Babine Open to all Lake Babine Nation Citizens

Please mail all submissions to: Talok Fisheries Logo Contest, 1161 Bednesti Cres, Prince George BC V2M 4G1 or

Drop off Lake Babine Nation Main Office with Rosa Johnny All Logo Submissions must be submitted by August 31, 2014. Please include all contact information eg: Name, Address, and Phone. Only Winners will be Contacted. Must be willing to release the artwork for the use/ purposes of Talok Fisheries. All Children Please Include Age. First 20 Child Entry will win Talok Fisheries T-Shirt.

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Back to School Art Supplies SHOP LOCAL we have a wide selection of art supplies! circle arts gift gallery

Process 4 Gallery

Hours: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 5:00pm Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm • Closed Sunday

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Week of August 20th - August 26th LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23: Leo, enjoy an upcoming reunion with a friend you haven’t seen in some time. Make the most of this opportunity to catch up and recall old times.

Ph. 250-692-7314 or Cell 250-251-0198 lklassensat@telus.net

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22: Virgo, you have much-needed rest and relaxation coming your way. Let loose this week and enjoy the freedom. Enlist others to join in the fun..

Checking Web Addresses

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23: Libra, an opportunity to jump on the career path you always had in mind for yourself is about to present itself. Do everything in your power to make the job yours. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22: Scorpio, distractions are all around you and you find it difficult to stay focused on one thing at a time. Try separating yourself from all external stimulation for a few days. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: Something inspires you to give a relationship another chance, Sagittarius. Maybe it was the lyrics to a song or a segment on a television show, but you are moved to action. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Obligations at home could temporarily stall work plans, Capricorn. Fortunately, you have understanding bosses who are willing to give you the time you need. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: Aquarius, your friends are great sources of unconditional support. Lean on them for advice as you make an important decision in the coming weeks.

Computer Repairs, Sales & Training

Hwy 16, Burns Lake Open 9am-6pm Mon.-Fri., 12pm-4pm on Sat.

Phone: 250-692-7773

email: ACIComputerService@telus.net

Faking a webpage is fairly easy, especially when you have the original to copy from. So how do you determine if the bank website you’re on is the real one and not some fake designed to steal your username and password? The easiest way is to check your web browser address bar. Let’s use the address https://www.en.bankname.com as an example. Starting from the right side of the address, you’ll usually see a .com, .net, .org, etc. The next item to the left will be the domain, for our example it would “bankname”. Our example also includes a sub domain “en”, the usual “www” to denote an online webpage, and finally the last item to the left is “https:\\”. One thing you want to look for in the address is the correct domain on the right. The bank name should be near the end, just before the .com. So “subdomain.bankname.com” is correct. “bankname. fake.com” would be suspicious as the name of the bank is a subdomain of another website. Something else to look for is the “s” in “https”. The s indicates HTTP Secure, meaning that there is authentication in use between you and the website. It’s not 100% protection against all types of attack, but most fake sites don’t use https. Keeping an eye on the web address can save you a lot of hassle, so it’s a good habit to get into checking it. It’s particularly useful when you find yourself on a website that is insisting you install some sort of software, and you’re not sure if it’s legitimate or not.of course.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20: Pisces, try some things that fall outside of your comfort zone. The adventure will recharge your batteries and may prove inspiring. ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20: Aries, sometimes you just need to put a different spin on things to get your way. Instead of being too pushy with things, relax a bit and let others come to you.

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21: Taurus, ask for further clarification if there is something you don’t understand. Do not make important decisions until you understand all of the pertinent details. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: Gemini, now is a good time to plan an outing with family members. It’s been awhile since you’ve made some memories together, and your schedule affords you this opportunity. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: How do you know how others will react to your requests if you never drum up the courage to ask, Cancer? Let your feelings be known this week and take a risk.

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* The nature of our operations and open-concept kitchens present inevitable flour crosscontamination and therefore gluten exposure. This crust is NOT recommended for Celiac Disease sufferers or those customers with a moderate to high gluten intolerance or sensitivity.

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Store hours: Sunday to Wednesday 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM Fresh dough Thursday to Saturday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM made daily 4 We do catering with advanced notice 4 In town deliveries available

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Help Wanted

CRISIS PREVENTION. You are not alone. Support is just a phone call away. 1.800.SUICIDE (1.800.784.2433) is a confidential, toll-free service that is available to anyone, anywhere, any time in B.C. The youth support line is 1.888.564.8336 (TEEN). The 24 hour crisis line for northern BC is 250.563.1214 and 1.888.563.1214. In addition, several crisis lines also provide support through online chat services so young people have a web-based way to reach out. These services can be reached through www.northernyouthonline.ca. (4:00 to 10:00 p.m. daily) or www.youthinbc.ca.

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE

THE CHRONIC DISEASE Education Clinic at the Lakes District Hospital is open Tue. & Wed. from 8:30am - 4pm. The clinic provides information and teaching on various chronic illnesses such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. A doctors referral is not needed. To speak with the nurse call (250) 6922440

Career Opportunities

ALL FUNDS DONATED

to the Burns Lake Health Care Auxiliary are used to provide financial support, equipment plus comfort and care for patients in our hospital, the Pines and all other community healthcare services. Mail a donation on behalf of yourself or a loved one to: B.L. Health Care Aux. Box 812 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 A tax deductible receipt will be issued

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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

David Fabian Michell Sr.

Oct. 16 1941 - July 29, 2014 David was born in Fort Babine, B.C. He is predeceased by his loving wife Virginia, son Eric and daughter Serena. David and Virginia were employed at BFP for many years til both retired early due to health. David leaves behind his children David Jr., Darin (Cindy West), children Kayden, Devon, Lakishia, Rachel, children, Marlon, Kyle, Amber and grandchild Reiley.

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

Reservoir Elevation: 851.11 m (2792.37 ft.) SLS Discharge: 282 m3/s Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 287 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 265 m3/s Until 20 August Skins Lake Spillway discharge will fluctuate between 14.2 m3/s and 453 m3/s in response to temperature forecasts. Visit website www.waterofﬁce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ﬂow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

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

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Help Wanted

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: 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 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. As of May “sign up” will be at the food bank on 3rd Ave. across from the theatre; the winter “sign up office” is now closed. 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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Lost & Found FOUND BROWN Poodle at Windy Point, Colleymount, on Aug. 4/14. For more information contact the Burns Lake Vet Clinic at (250) 692-7476

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Help Wanted

Inland Kenworth - Parker Pacific Houston is taking applications for a resident

EQUIPMENT CUSTOMER PRODUCT SUPPORT MANAGER • • • •

Able to do light mechanical work. Should have a good mechanical background. Strong customer relation skills. Have a good understanding of Microsoft office and Excel programs. • Able to work unsupervised. • Have a driver’s license in good standing. Please contact:

Rick Bruneski

@rbruneski@inland-group.com

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Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

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Home Care/Support NURSES, Foot Care Nurses, Care Aides, Home Cleaners Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certified care aides and experienced cleaners. If you are: personable; energetic; positive; possess an outstanding work ethic; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, pls forward your resume c/w 2 references to hsellors@bayshore.ca. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Help Wanted

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA

Employment Opportunity

Program Planner – Family Programs

This position will provide overall coordination, development, and delivery of one or more of the programs and services offered by the College of New Caledonia, Lakes District campus.

SKILLS REQUIRED: • Four years post secondary in human services or education Àeld, with a degree in human services being preferred. • Two years of relevant work experience is required. • Previous supervisory experience is preferred. • Experience with special needs, multi-disciplinary teams and family centred philosophy is strongly preferred. • Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, including experience writing comprehensive reports. • Demonstrated computer proÀciency. • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively in a collaborative model within teams and communities. • Excellent problem solving and judgment skills. Hours: 35 hours per week Dates: ASAP to March 31, 2015 Salary: $28.40 per hour

Resumes should be submitted to the Acting Regional Director at the address below by 3:00pm August 27, 2014. The College thanks all candidates for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

545 HIGHWAY 16, PO BOX 5000, BURNS LAKE BC, V0J 1E0 Ph 250.692.1700 Fax 250.692.1750 lksdist@cnc.bc.ca

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Employment

Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Lakes District News

Services

Trades, Technical

Financial Services

LABOURERS PCL Energy now hiring Labourers with over 2 years of industrial experience for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Retention and completion bonuses paid! Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com or fax: 1-888-398-0725. Looking for a heavy duty mechanic for a busy shop in Kamloops full benefits great wage no night or shift work please fax or e-mail resume to Fountain Tire Kamloops 916 Yellowhead Hwy V2H1A2 fax number 250.851.7619 e-mail f105@fountaintire.com PCL ENERGY now hiring Journeyperson: Pipefitters, Millwrights ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Call 780-468-8026 or email resume: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

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Financial Services TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Community Newspapers

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for Sale

Real Estate

Misc. for Sale

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Houses For Sale

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Home Repairs

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

Call 1-800-667-3742

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com

Help Wanted

Warehouse/Factory

Help for today. Hope for Tomorrow.

Tom Neufeld Trucking Ltd. is looking for an experienced

PROCESSOR OPERATOR for work in the Houston area.

Competitive wages and benefits are offered. For more information please contact:

Ron 250-845-8960 or fax resume to 250-845-3667.

We’re on the net at www.bcclassiﬁed.com Trades, Technical

Services

Trades, Technical

TRUCK & TRANSPORT MECHANIC

With almost 40 years of harvesting, hauling, and forest licence management experience KDL Group is looking to expand our Maintenance team in our Fort St. James trucking shop. We are accepting applications for Truck & Transport Mechanic. Interested candidates must be dedicated, energetic with an aptitude to learn. Preference will be given to Certified Mechanics, and/or secondthird year apprentices. Experience with logging trucks will be considered an asset. Candidates must possess a valid BC driver’s licence and have resource road driving experience. Interested individuals may send resumes via fax: 250-996-8742 or email admin@kdlgroup.net Attn: Human Resources Subject: Mechanic Application. If you have any questions please call Jeff Holland at: 250-996- 8522

This position will remain open until filled – initial screening will begin September 1st.

We’re at the heart of things™

Huckleberry Mines Ltd., an 19,000 TPD open pit copper/ molybdenum mine located 121 kilometers south of Houston in west central British Columbia, commenced operation in September 1997; a recent expansion has extended the mine life to 2021. We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

PURCHASING AGENT

The successful candidate will report to the Mine Controller and will be responsible for all the mine’s purchases, tender and negotiate contracts and develop purchasing policies.

Applicants require a minimum of Àve years purchasing experience, preferably in open pit mining and have a Purchasing Management Association of Canada certiÀcate or equivalent. Experience with Guardian, Word, Excel software would be considered an asset. Excellent negotiating, organizational and planning skills and computer skills are required.

+uckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and Smithers by bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley 9alley on TransCanada Highway 1 , an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of beneÀts including medical, life, disability income and 55SP savings plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 4ualiÀed candidates may submit their resumes in conÀdence to

For Sale By Owner

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Beautiful handcrafted log home on 2 acres. Situated at Tchesinkut Lake on Hwy. 35, 16 kms from Burns Lake. Lakeview, 30 x 40 ft, 2 bdrms on main floor with a 3/4 loft. 1 & 1 1/2 baths. Hardwood floors, hand carved railings inside & out, electric heat with glass front wood burning stove, landscaped. Serious interests only please.

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Asking $349,000 Call (250) 695-6628 or (250) 692-6217 for an appointment

CENTRAL BRITISH COLUMBIA REAL ESTATE Waterfront Home, TCHESINKUT LAKE $310,000 Details Craigslist ID# 4559361219 and on property guys.com Burns Lake B.C. Sign # 700896 300 wilderness acres East Francois Lake $280,000 OBO Details Craigslist ID#4563645742 31 acre Sub dividable waterfront peninsula Rose Lake area $250,000 OBO Details Craigslist ID#4559317548 Call Dave at 252-251-5032

Houses For Sale

HOME FOR SALE ON BEAUTIFUL TCHESINKUT LAKE 1400 sq. ft. with walkout basement. Lakeview, lakeshore, 6.88 acres, two baths, deck, landscaped, new roof, new flooring in kitchen, dining, living room and hallway. Fully treed. 24 x 26 shop (heated & water). 114 ft. of lakeshore.

$229,000 Call (250) 692-6217 to view

Rentals #3828 Tchesinkut East Rd 1995 built, 4 bdrm, 1150 sqft home on 7 acres. Full bsmt, 2 baths, newly constructed dining room. Heat: elec. w/ wood backup. Water: drilled 160’ w/ 80 gallons per minute. Septic 800 gallon holding tank w/ lagoon. 24’ x 36’ wired garage, 16’ x 16’ insulated/wired work shop. Fenced in animal pen with pond, 2 greenhouses/fenced in garden spot, 15km south of Burns Lake.

Reduced to

LAKES DISTRICT SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING ASSOCIATION

Homes for Rent NEWER 3 BEDROOM house: includes satellite, laundry, fridge, stove and utilities, $1200. 1 bedroom basement suite: includes satellite TV, laundry, fridge, stove and utilities, $750. Available Sept. 1st. (250) 692-6453.

Is accepting bids for removal of concrete tiles and a replacement with a permanent concrete sidewalk at Tweedsmuir House. Inquiries at Tweedsmuir House #53 - 9th Ave., Burns Lake, (250) 6923781 for information. Bid closing date August 29, 2014, 1 p.m.

THREE BED, 2 Bath home in Burns Lake. W/D, F/S, Incl. New NG furnace & wood stove. Close to schools & hospital. $950/mo + utilities. (250) 635-0226

$249,000

Call (250) 695-6931 for viewing appointment

For Sale By Owner

For Sale by Owner

*Home-based business opportunity

For Sale By Owner

545,000.00

Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

www.kdlgroup.net • www.fortstjames.ca

Help Wanted

Real Estate

Suites, Lower LARGE BRIGHT 2 bedroom suites in a safe and secure building. Close to school and hospital. Large patio, in-suite storage and storage lockers available. On site management. Heat, hot water and cable included for $700 per month. Call (250) 692-3959 and leave message.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS. ”Steel overstock sale!” 20x20 $4,055. 25x24 $4,650. 30x32 $6,586. 32x34 $7,677. 40x48 $12,851. 47x70 $17,899. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

Rentals

Help Wanted

Dependable names in the Equipment Industry recruit using LocalWork.ca

4000 sq.ft. warehouse

5 bedroom house

Office/Studio

5855 Lake Kathlyn Rd, 4km west of Smithers: 5 bedroom house, 4 room office/studio and 4000 sq ft heated warehouse with 3 phase power on 1.59 acres, fully gated compound, fantastic mountain and lake view, for an appointment to view - call 250-877-2434, serious inquiries only

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INVITATION TO TENDER Three Rivers Co-Housing Society Contract:

Swannell Drive Development, Phase 1

Reference No.

Contract No. 10.01.1

AND SAVE!

Tenders for the â€œSwannell Drive Development, Phase 1â€? Contract will be received by the Ownerâ€™s Representative by email up to 14:00h, September 9, 2014, and will be opened at that place and time.

Join us for...

The Contract work involves the construction of off-site works (Part A) and on-site works (Part B). Part A includes the supply and installation of 110m of roadwork and drainage, water distribution and sanitary sewer, and site regrading for a municipal roadway. Part A must be complete by November 15, 2014. Part B includes the supply and installation of site servicing and site regrading for a 15 lot private subdivision connecting to the municipal roadway. Contract(s) for Parts A and B may be awarded together, separately, or not at all at the sole discretion of the Owner. Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the Tender package. Tender documents are available in digital format on BC Bid, the BC Construction Association North BidCentral, or directly from the Ownerâ€™s Representative. Hard-copy documents in 11x17 format may be purchased directly from the Ownerâ€™s Representative on payment of a non-refundable amount of $100.00 plus GST. The Tender package references MMCD documents, which are available separately.

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Prospective tenderers are advised the Bid Security shall be a Bid Bond or certified cheque in the amount of 10% of the total Contract Price for Parts A and B, and the Contract security shall be a certified cheque in the amount of 10% of the Contract Price for the portion(s) of the Work awarded.

3:30-4:30PM 6:00-8:00PM

Monday - Saturday - Drinks & Appy Specials

We have a relaxed atmosphere with great service!

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Ownerâ€™s Representative: Mr. Kris Kingston, P. Eng. Kingston & Associates Ltd. Box 609, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0 Ph: (250) 847-0081 E-mail: kingston&associates@telus.net

PUB SUMMER HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 11am-11pm (Kitchen closes at 10pm) Sun 4pm - 10pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Liquor Store open until 11pm Mon - Sat, 10pm on Sundays

A healthy local economy depends on you

SHOP LOCALLY

Burns Lake & area

Located on Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Pub: 250-692-0068 Liquor store: 250-692-0067

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Your

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

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Starting a Business?

The Young Rainbow Warriors Societyâ€™s

The Comfor/CFDC Developmental Lending Program can help!

for young males (ages 13-25)

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

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9km down Augier Road Everyday 9:00am - 5:00pm

The Young Please call Eugene or Dawn Rainbow Warrior at 250-251-0627 theyoungrainbowwarriorsociety@outlook.com Society

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High Efficiency Furnaces

29850 Hwy 16 West PO Box 450 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

Box 420, 28540 Colleymount Rd., Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2

Personalized In Home Service

Flying Dutchman Service

Dealer

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Pumps Water Treatment Plumbing Repairs

Delivery of Ink & Computer Supplies

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1-877-873-7467 NEW: Cylinder exchange at Overwaitea or fill up cylinders at the Rainbow Gas Bar

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDEALERS.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. *Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between August 1 and September 30, 2014. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2014 GMC vehicles. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $20,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $238.10 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $20,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer trade may be required. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. ‡0.9% for 36 month lease available on all 2014 Sierra 1500 models, on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. <>$3,000 manufacturer to dealer purchase credit available on 2014 Terrain and has been applied to the offer. See dealer for details. †Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014 MY GMC vehicle and 2015 MY GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, Yukon XL, Acadia models delivered in Canada between August 1 and September 2, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on all eligible GMC vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer vehicle or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014 MY GMC vehicle and 2015MY GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, Yukon XL, Acadia models delivered in Canada between August 1, 2014 and September 2, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1,500 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available towards the retail purchase, cash purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014 or 2015 MY GMC light or heavy duty pickup delivered in Canada between August 1, 2014 and September 2, 2014. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited by law. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. †*The Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) comprises professional journalists, writers and photographers specializing in cars and trucks. They provide unbiased opinions of new vehicles to help consumers make better purchases that are right for them. For more information visit www.ajac.ca. ^2014 Sierra 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2013 Fuel Consumption Guide for WardsAuto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest available information at the time of posting. **When equipped with available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Light-Duty Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. >Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. ††Whichever comes first. See dealer for conditions and limited warranty details. ¥The GMC Terrain received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2014 Initial Quality Study. Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. ^* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded all Terrain models the 2014 Top Safety Pick Award. Terrain models with Optional Forward Collision Alert was awarded the 2014 Top Safety Pick Plus Award. ¥¥The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who purchase, lease or finance a new eligible 2014 Model Year vehicle with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 KMs, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details.

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Lakes District News

Chelaslie fire update

Cathie Vantine Marcinek too this photo of the Chelaslie River fire has grown to more than 113,000 hectares in size. The fire was started by a lightning strike in July, and has grown to become one of the largest fires currently burning in the province. There are 321 firefighters, 18 helicopter units and 20 pieces of heavy equipment fighting the blaze. An evacuation order has been issued by both the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako and the Cariboo Regional District. As well, an area closure order was issued by the Wildfire Management Branch which encompasses the area from the Kluskus forest service road of the Natalkuz 500 Road, South and West of the Kluskus forest service road into the Vantine, Malaput and Chedekuz area. There are two firefighting camps set up on two different flanks of this fire, as firefighters look to further contain this fire. Submitted photo

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