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LAKES DISTRICT NEWS FirstNations chiefs support oil pipeline Chief Dan George is among the First Nations leaders that signed a declaration of support to Eagle Spirit’s oil pipeline project in Calgary on Feb. 11, 2015.
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Man arrested for death of Destiny Tom The RCMP north district major crime unit has arrested one man for his role in the 2013 death of a 21-year-old woman.
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Local Soutshide resident Catherine Van Tine Marcinek captured this fantastic photo of a moose in her yard at Ootsa Lake.
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Council remuneration talks postponed
Council decided to wait until next meting to discuss their remuneration FLAVIO NIENOW A regular meeting of the Village of Burns Lake was held in council chambers on Feb. 10, 2015. Present at the meeting were acting mayor Christopher Beach, councillors John Illes and Susan Schienbein, as well as chief administrative officer Sheryl Worthing, clerk Cameron Hart and two oth-
er members of village staff. During the meeting, councillors discussed their remuneration increase. In 2011, a remuneration review committee was established to review council remuneration amounts and to recommend changes if necessary. The committee recommended that the mayor’s annual remuneration be increased to $17,500 over a three year period ($833.33 per year); and that councillors’ annual remuneration be increased to $8250 over a three year period ($250 per year). The financial implication of this change would be an additional $1083.33 per year. The current annual remuneration for the mayor is $15,000, and $7500 for councillors.
Committee members at that time stated that it was “difficult to find a balance between what the community is able to pay due to a small tax base and the value of the position to the community.” Councillors passed a motion to bring this topic back to discussion during the next budget meeting of Feb. 17, 2015. Councillors also decided to postpone a decision to support phase two of the Ignite the North initiative. Supporting phase two of the project could cost the village between $1000 and $1500, so councillors decided to wait until the next budget meeting to see if there will be enough money in the budget to contribute toward this project. There was no cost ...see BURNS LAKE BUDGET ▼ P5
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Bonspiel in honour of Wally Bridal Rita Bridal throws the first rock during the bonspiel in honour of her late husband, Wally Bridal. Wally had been an avid member of the Burns Lake Curling Club for over 50 years.
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First Nations chiefs support oil pipeline
Chief Dan George is among the supporters of the pipeline project FLAVIO NIENOW Burns Lake Band chief Dan George is among the First Nations leaders that signed a declaration of support to Eagle Spirit Energy Holding's oil pipeline project in Calgary on Feb. 11, 2015. The multi-billion dollar project aims to link the Alberta oil sands to the West Coast. Last year, Eagle Spirit Energy Holdings Ltd. announced it was proceeding with a First Nationsled alternative to the Enbridge North-
ern Gateway pipeline. Eagle Spirit Energy executives have spent the last year consulting with and securing support from First Nations along the proposed pipeline route. Chief George said this First Nations led and owned project is a confirmation of First Nations commercial stewardship with Eagle Spirit Energy. "We are excited to work with Eagle Spirit Energy and we are confident that we will demonstrate that success with First Nations is possible and so we have confirmed our participation through the declaration of support," chief George said in a press release. Chief George told Lakes District News that these are only the "initial talks" with Eagle Spirit Energy Holdings Ltd. and that nothing is set in stone just yet. ...see PIPELINE ▼ P9
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Annual health care crisis grips B.C.
Being young is overestimated Different societies have different values, and they don’t always agree on what beauty looks like. While some Asian societies believe a pale skin is the standard of beauty, South Americans believe being tanned is more attractive. In Western societies, people believe that looking young is beautiful. An entire industry was formed around that belief system, making millions with the sales of lotions, treatments and beauty magazines. Have you ever heard of model and actress Christie Brinkley? If you haven’t, please take a few seconds to Google her before you continue reading this column. Think about how old she looks, and maybe ask the person next to you to do the same. …Well? Did you think she was 30? Maybe 35? That successful model is now 61 years old! Sure, if I saw her on the street I would think she is absolutely stunning. But I find it really disturbing to think that someone would so desperately try to look that much younger. I don’t think that is healthy or beautiful. Looking young has become so important to us that every year thousands of people undergo plastic surgery. Thousands of men and women choose to undergo surgery just so that their outward appearance can match what society considers attractive. When you look at Hollywood stars, for example, some of them look much worse than they did before surgery (and I think most of them did not need plastic surgery in the first place). Maybe I’m on old soul, but I personally do not understand that obsession. I believe that being old and aging well is absolutely beautiful. I think that my mother looks much more beautiful now in her 60’s than she did in her 40’s, and not because she had any plastic surgeries, but because she became much more confident, and it shows. That’s the real kind of beauty – the beauty that transcends your inner state. Trying to become a better person, trying to learn new things, being nice to people, being genuine, truthful and being authentic - those are some of the traits that make people beautiful, not their voluptuous lips or their ability to hide their wrinkles. Our society not only values looking young, but also being young. I remember when my sister-in-law turned 25 (I feel comfortable discussing family issues here because we don’t deliver Lakes District News to South America, plus they don’t speak English). My sister-inlaw was reluctant to take any calls on her birthday and she refused to talk about her age. And it’s not just her. Most of my friends that are in their 20’s believe they are old - they even feel nostalgic about the past and they all seem scared to turn 30. Again, I must be an old soul because I don’t relate to that feeling. In fact, I think being young is sometimes overestimated. When you are young you don’t know exactly what you want to do with your life, you don’t know yourself that well, and life can be overwhelming. Some studies even suggest university students have the highest anxiety levels in our society. Not to mention people do not take you seriously when you’re young and you’re usually out of money. When people are older, they (usually) have more means to help other people out and make a difference. They know what values they stand for, and what is most important in their lives. One of the most rewarding aspects about growing old is to discover your passions. That process does not need to end even when you retire. In fact, retiring can a great opportunity to spend some time trying out new activities and focusing on activities that bring you joy. There’s nothing more beautiful than growing older and being okay with who you are.
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The annual ritual of declaring a crisis in health care is upon us, with the B.C. Liberal government boasting that we have the best system in Canada, while the NDP and the B.C. Nurses’ Union try to portray it as the worst. The BCNU is the last big public sector union still to settle in the latest round of contract talks. Feeding horror stories to the media is part of its strategy, and this time it was a patient at Abbotsford Hospital assigned a bed in a small shower room for a month due to chronic overcrowding. Hospital officials said his care wasn’t compromised. We’ve seen it in Abbotsford, Surrey and elsewhere: a new hospital or expansion is built and is
immediately overcrowded. We are reminded every winter that influenza season brings a wave of people into emergency, expecting treatment for a viral infection that in most cases can only run its course. Many people still don’t understand what “the flu” is, beyond the notion that it sounds serious enough to tell the boss you won’t be in to work. And as fewer doctors choose the endless demands of family practice, the expectation that all problems must be dealt with quickly and for free seems to grow as inexorably as the health care budget. An emergency physician of my acquaintance provided a typical scenario for night shift at the ER. Where once nights were quiet, now there are patients waiting for hours, around the clock. Several are drunk, and one has urinated on the floor. Surveys show as many as half of ER visits are alcohol-related, from overdoses to fights, falls, car crashes and chronic conditions. Into this chaos comes a mother with her young child, who has nasal and chest congestion. The child’s cough led her to throw up, so off to ER they went, blithely assuming that this is where you bring a kid with a cold. This week’s B.C. budget brings us a step closer to the moment when half of all provincial revenues go to keep the health care system running. In the legislature, NDP health critic Judy Darcy blasted Health Minister Terry Lake for the government’s failure to keep its 2010 promise to find everyone in B.C. a family doctor. Lake allowed they’re still working on that, and then plugged the latest Conference Board of Canada study showing B.C. ranks third in the world in health care outcomes, second only to Switzerland and Sweden. Darcy, a former president of the Hospital Employees’ Union, was quick to respond: “This is surely a first in question period, the Minister of Health going back to the record of the NDP government in the 1990s, because we’ve had the best health outcomes in Canada since 1993. The fact is that we exercise more, we smoke less and we drink less, and that’s to the credit of British Columbians.” We also have more elderly people, as Premier Christy Clark argued in 2011 when the federal government changed its financing formula. After years of increasing transfers by six per cent per year, the late federal finance minister Jim Flaherty announced that starting in 2014, increases would be tied to economic growth, but wouldn’t fall below three per cent. This of course was treated as a cut, rather than continued increases above inflation. But there it is, and all provinces have to deal with it. Darcy is quite right that personal responsibility is the key, something to remember as the usual squabbling of special interests continues.
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Village to take RCMP arrests over park’s lease man in relation
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for the village on phase one because the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition contributed $120,000. Phase two of the Ignite the North project will be teaching communities “how to take the momentum of new ideas and get the foundational work that is needed to get things started.” In early February, council attended a meeting with the Burns Lake Curling Club to hear their complaints and gather all facts in order to make a well-informed budget decision. The curling club had asked village council for a five-year rent free agreement for their upstairs lounge. “It was good to attend that meeting and hear what club members had to say,” said Schienbein. However, councillors did not discuss the curling club’s request during the council meeting. Instead, mayor Luke Strimbold told Lakes District News that a report regarding this issue “will be coming to council soon.” A motion was carried for staff to submit an application on behalf of the Partnering for Healthier Communities committee for 2015 funding. Worthing explained that a committee member from Partnering for Healthier Communities has resigned, and the committee no longer has the capacity to apply for this funding. The Partnering for Healthier Communities (P4HC) grant is Northern Health community granting process that aims to support P4HC committees, as well as enable the emergence of P4HC committees and partnerships across the north. The Dick Schritt Ball Park, a park/recreational site in Burns Lake owned by CN Rail, was also on the agenda of the meeting. The Burns Lake Rotary Club leased the property for several years. In the beginning, the cost was a symbolic payment of $1 every three years, but the lease cost kept increasing over the years, reaching $2500 in 2015. So at a Jan. 13, 2015, meeting, the rotary club passed a motion to discontinue their lease agreement with CN Rail for the site. Now the Village of Burns Lake wants to take over and negotiate a no cost lease with CN Rail. Council passed a motion directing staff to negotiate a no cost lease for the site.
to the death of Destiny Tom
Cap. D.J. (Dave) Tyreman The RCMP north district major crime unit has arrested one man for his role in the 2013 death of a 21-year-old woman. Twenty-six year old Garrett Steven George has been arrested and charged with second degree murder in the death of Destiny Rae Tom. On Saturday March 23, 2013, at 5:25 a.m. the Fraser Lake RCMP responded to a 911 call in the Fort Fraser area where they found Destiny Rae Tom deceased outside of a residence. Destiny was a resident of the Nadleh First Nations reserve and the daughter of Andy and Vivian Tom. During a press conference on April 17, 2013, after her untimely death, Destiny’s mom shared, “Destiny was a beautiful, caring, and loving person. She was a loving mother to our 3 year old granddaughter, Cassidy. Destiny loved life, loved people & had many family & friends that loved her. Her life was tragically taken far too soon.” “This arrest comes as a result of a thorough investigation by North District Major Crime investigators who were determined to find out what happened to Destiny,” stated Supt. Brendan Fitzpatrick the Operations officer for the BC RCMP’s Major Crime Unit. “It was important for us to gather the necessary evidence to ensure the charges moved before the courts.” These two individuals were known to each other and the public is not at risk. Look at Lakes District News next week for more.
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Did you rip my Good memories of my uncle Alan bumper off accidently?
Editor: Hit and run or not? Feb. 6/15 after work I went with my wife for supper at Grapevine. Nice food for a reasonable price in a nice atmosphere, so far we had a good time. Then around 7 p.m. the waitress came to our table and asked me to come with her. What a nice surprise or not. Anyway they asked me if that car parked in front of the liquor store, where the bumper was lying on the ground, was mine. It was my car. Someone hit it and ripped the whole front bumper off. Unfortunately nobody came in to report it. Nor did anyone leave a note with their name on the window. My car, a Volvo black station wagon, was facing the liquor store. On the left side was a pickup truck, probably silver in color, and a GMC or a Chevy. The accident must have happened between 6 p.m and 7:30 p.m. that night. You might not even have noticed it when you left the parking lot and ripped off my bumper. I would really appreciate if the person responsible for that damage would come forward and take care of it. Otherwise it was the most expensive dinner so far in my life. You can contact me at the bakery at 250-6927033 or call the RCMP. Thank you, Laurenz Koster
We need more coffee house
Editor: Last winter we attended two wonderful "coffee house" evenings at the Francois Lake Hall. The variety of music was great and lots of fun. I was really looking forward to the same this winter but so far nothing has happened. Could we please have more of these evenings? It is a great way to spend the winter evenings (or anytime) for the whole family. Jan Skelton
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Editor: I was so pleased to read your article on my uncle, Alan Blackwell. I am so proud of him. I have been fortunate to have spent time working with him and aunt Marion, whether it was tree planting, logging or going up into the mountains with them. His sense of humour kept us on our toes. I remember being up on the mountain when they had a group of hunters. At supper time uncle Alan slipped four hard fried eggs into the stew auntie Marion had made. When we all sat down to eat one of the younger hunters asked what was in the stew. Of course this was what uncle Alan was waiting for. He said "haven't you ever had eye-ball stew before." The hunter said "no." Needless to say that hunter watched very carefully what aunt Marion and I ate then copied us. After supper everyone nearly fell off their chairs laughing when uncle Alan fished out his "eye-ball" and gave it to the young hunter. I have many wonderful memories of him and auntie Marion. I really missed them when they moved to Burns Lake. Sincerely, Pat Kalaman
Fundraiser/Silent Auction for Travis Mihalyi at Mulvaney’s Pub st February 21 , 2015 • • • •
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Travis is a 27 year old energetic young man who was diagnosed in October 2014 with testicular cancer - it has now spread to his lung and stomach. He will be going through extensive Chemotherapy - so he will be unable to work. Raised in Burns Lake (son of Laura Mihalyi) he loves the outdoors, his dog “Marley”, friends and family. Cash donations can be made at the Bulkley Valley Credit Union - Burns Lake branch under “Travis Mihalyi” Donations can also be made at Mulvaney’s Pub. Sponsor forms for head shaving will be available at Mulvaney’s Pub.
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Recycling creates heated discussion at regional district
Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako’s board of directors discussed expanding the region’s recycling program FLAVIO NIENOW During a committee of the whole meeting of the Regional District of BulkleyNechako (RDBN) on Feb. 12, 2015, the board of directors discussed expanding the recycling programs in the region for 2015. Janine Dougall, Director of Environmental Services for RDBN, prepared a report to the board of directors explaining how the extended program would work and how much it would cost. In essence, the proposed expanded recycling program would expand the range of materials accepted for recycling within the RDBN. The total RDBN recycling expenses for 2014 were estimated at $274,121. The new expanded recycling program would require $345,771, leaving a gap of $71,650. According to the report, there is currently insufficient funding available to implement an expanded recycling program if only the 2015 annual allocation values are utilized. In some areas of the RDBN such as Fraser Lake, there is insufficient funding available to pay for either the proposed expanded program or the existing program. In 2014, the RDBN reduced funding to recycling groups where Multi-Material B.C. (MMBC) recycling services have been established. Therefore, funding pro-
vided to recycling groups in Smithers and Fort St. James (where MMBC is providing services) has been reduced by 40 per cent. Smithers mayor Taylor Bachrach said he thinks his town is being penalized for having a contract with MMBC. "RDBN distributed the money fairly based on assessments among these communities, and our community took a lot of risk to bid on this contract [with MMBC]. We have a very pro-active organization in our community and we should encourage other communities to sign with MMBC," he said. Bill Miller, Director of Electoral Area B for the RDBN, said MMBC is not available for everybody. "It's not true that all communities had access to that program," said Miller. "MMBC has limited capacity in what they will supply." Bachrach then asked, "How is the offer that MMBC made to other communities different than the one made to Smithers?" Vanderhoof mayor Gerry Thiessen said he was offended by Bachrach's statement. "We have the same aspirations [for recycling] in our community," said Thiessen. "But MMBC made it virtually impossible for recycling to come to Vanderhoof. When we made them an offer, they refused it." Eileen Benedict, Director of Electoral Area E, said the RDBN needs to make sure that every community has a certain level of service. "I think everybody in the region is open to recycling; some people in our community have been taking their recyclables to Prince George; we just don't have the ability [to provide more services] because we [RDBN] have not allocated funds for small communities to do it." Janine Dougall's report said that if the board of directors wished to continue to fund existing recycling programs or expand the programs, the annual allocations
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NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS Regular Board Meetings of the Board of Education of School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) for the months of February and March 2015 will be held as follows:
to the various areas would need to be adFebruary 23, 2015 justed. The report suggested two options. School Board Ofce, Vanderhoof, BC Option one said, "In those areas where the annual allocation is sufficient to cover March 23, 2015 costs of the expanded program, the annual School Board Ofce, Vanderhoof, BC allocations would continue the same and These meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members the communities would continue to carry of the public are invited to attend. forward unused allocations to future years. In those areas where the annual allocation Darlene Turner is insufficient, the annual allocation would Secretary-Treasurer be increased to match the projected costs of the expanded recycling program." In essence, this option would provide A great sustainable funding for recycling protime to get grams, but would increase the overall retogether cycling budget. with friends Option two said, "The RDBN board and see what would redistribute the overall recycling our many budget monies to match the costs of the local small proposed expanded recycling programs businesses in each area of the RDBN where MMBC have to offer. is not providing recycling services. Further, any 2015 unallocated budget monies would be placed into a general recycling th budget line item for future use as directed 3:00-8:00pm by the board of directors." Burns Lake has the biggest amount Lakes District Secondary School of unused monies from previous years A Concession $242.990. Vanderhoof comes second with provided by $65,813. If option two had been carried, LDSS Lots of great prizes Burns Lake's unused monies would have been transferred to the regional district. to be given away! A motion to proceed with option two Free Admission was defeated. Your support is greatly appreciated! Toward the end of the meeting, the board of directors directed staff to go back to the drawing board and come up with a third option that would reflect reality more a c c u r a t e l y, using current assessment It weighs only 10 ounces and measures just values.
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Lakes District Maintenance Ltd. (LDM) donated $2000 to Burns Lake resident Travis Mihalyi to help him with his expenses while he battles cancer. Lakes District Maintenance Ltd. would like to put out a challenge to other local businesses to make a similar donation to this worthy cause. (L-R) Ray Maher - LDM, Bev Jubinville accepting the cheque and Cori Funk LDM.
With the significant downfall of snow this winter, Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd. would like to remind everyone to practice safe shovelling techniques: • Wear proper clothing and footwear, take frequent breaks, and drink plenty of water; • Avoid caffeine, nicotine, and large meals; • Warm up first and start at a slow pace; • Always try to push rather than lift snow, using a snow scoop when possible, and face forward without twisting; • Consider hiring a student to help out; • While snow shovelling can be good exercise, excessive snowfalls can raise the risk of injuries and heart attacks; And remember to drive to winter conditions. Use winter tires, sand bags and whatever else is at your disposal to get more traction! Safe shovelling and driving from Burns Lake Community Forest
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Old Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre Disposal Auction A closed bid process for items in the Old Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre will begin on February 18 , 2015 and run until February 23, 2015, with bidding closed February 23, 2015 @ 4:00 pm.
The B.C. government is giving WorkSafeBC new powers to shut down workplaces, impose penalties on the spot, collect evidence and compel payment of fines against employers who don't comply with safety rules. Jobs Minister Shirley Bond has introduced legislation to complete the overhaul of WorkSafeBC in the wake of the 2012 sawmill ex-
plosions in Burns Lake and Prince George that killed four workers and injured 44 more. The amendments will give the B.C. Supreme Court authority to order work to stop due to unsafe conditions and "expand the court's authority to bar the worst offenders from continuing to operate in an industry," Bond told the legislature Wednesday. Bond ordered a review of WorkSafeBC investigation proce-
dures after Crown prosecutors said they would not lay charges, because potential court evidence was not adequately protected in the Babine and Lakeland sawmill investigations. Gord Macatee, the official in charge of the review, said the legislation will complete his recommended changes by June. It also puts the onus on employers to show that they have done "due diligence" to prevent accidents,
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Support Burns Lake. Shop Local. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The tenth Annual General Meeting of the Lakes District Arts Council will be held on
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Speeding and not wearing a seat belt are among the unsafe practices
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Flavio Nienow A road safety survey conducted in Burns Lake by the Northern Brain Injury Association found that 83 per cent of cyclists and 40 per cent of pedestrians engage in dangerous behaviour. The road safety survey, funded in part by Northern Health, had the goal to reveal the actual number of people in communities whose actions put themselves and others at extreme risk of injury or death. This year, five communities were surveyed including Burns Lake, Terrace, Quesnel, Mackenzie and Prince George. In Burns Lake, 6,066 drivers were observed. While 5654 drivers committed no infractions, 102 were not wearing seat belts. Additionally, 242 driv...see BRAIN INJURY
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The Burns Lake & District Community Foundation Society is able to offer a number of small grants for Lakes District community members in 2015.
Overwaitea raises money for Travis Aron Derksen holds the Canuck intarsia made by his father, John Derksen. John donated it to be raffled off to support Burns Lake resident Travis Mihalyi, who has been diagnosed with cancer. Overwaitea manager Paul Hartman said they raised over $1900 with the sales of hotdogs and pizzas last Friday. A fundraiser/silent auction for Travis will be held at Mulvaney’s Pub on Feb. 21, 2015. For more details see ad on page 6 of this issue of Lakes District News. Laura Blackwell photo
Coastal First Nations are not happy
Spirit announcement was made in Calgary. “Until they can stand up in British Columbia and announce that they have the support of First Nations on the coast, their proposal is dead in the water, just like Enbridge’s Northern Gateway,” said Art Sterritt.
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“This is a non-binding agreement so we can bail at any time,” he said. Stellat’en Nation chief Archie Patrick, head chief Art Mathews of the Gitwangak hereditary chiefs, and head chief Larry Marsden of the Gitsegukla hereditary chiefs 29 acre view property located have also signed the declaration to work with Eagle in the Cheslatta area approxiSpirit. mately 30 minute “For decades, natural resource stakeholders have drive from the Southside ferry sought to understand how to work with First Naterminal. No services to existing tions and, regrettably, it has been difficult for all log cabin. Exof us, and with little benefit to us,” Chief George ceptionally well built and finished with tile and laminate floors. Upper loft provides 10x10 deck while lower covered measures 10x17. This property said in a press release. “No longer will we accept and cabin is well suited to the outdoorsman seeking a wilderness retreat. $ crumbs off the corporate table. The table we have 86,000.00 never been invited to sit at.” Exceptional opportuniChief George’s excitement with the proposed oil ty offered in the 44.22 acres located 4Km pipeline is not shared with First Nations throughfrom Francois Lake ferout the province, however. The Coastal First Nary. On the sunny North side of the Lake. Proptions say there is unanimous opposition among erty was formally used as a llama farm and all First Nations communities on the B.C. coast. infrastructure remains. Perimeter fenced with “There isn’t a single First Nation on the coast extensive corral and cross fencing. Quality built barns, shelters and vet faciliof B.C. that supports oil exports,” said Art Sterritt, ties are on site. Great lake views in a awesome location. Replacement cost far exceed list price. Check out the incredible value today. Executive Director of the Coastal First Nations. $ 295,000.00 “Eagle Spirit is bringing forward the same interior First Nations that supported the Enbridge pipeline, Lakeshore living at it’s finest. This one of kind home and glossing over the fact that opposition among is a jewel in the heart of the Lakes District. With a First Nations who oppose heavy oil pipelines is very functional and open living area you will fall in stronger than ever.” love with the spectacular view and peaceful atmoOpponents of the pipeline note the fact the Eagle
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sphere this home offers. Hosting 9’ ceilings, 4 bedrooms, custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a formal dining room and a master bedroom with a large ensuite with separate shower and soaker tub. The basement has radiant floor heating, with 2 bedrooms and a third bathroom. A large southern exposed deck is located off the upper floor overlooking the lake to allow the maximum exposure of sunlight and view. $
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Undeveloped 5 acre lot located 2 minutes South of Burns Lake on Beach Road. This lot has potentially great views from building sites that gradually elevate to the southerly portion. Covered in mature spruce and scattered aspen and offering unique moss covered rock out crops. Interesting enough to obtain additional information and a map to take a look today.
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We have two funding programs: 1. The Dick and Marilyn Nourse Fund for youth initiatives 2. The Lakes Community Fund for community initiatives. Grant Application forms can be picked up at the Village of Burns Lake office. Applications must be dropped off at the Burns Lake Village office by 4:00pm March 27th, 2015. Your application should clearly indicate in which fund you are interested. Preference will be given to not for profit organizations. The Burns Lake and District Community Foundation Society brings together people who care about their community. We are an independent, volunteerdriven, charitable organization and we are one of the partnering regional community foundations with Prince George Community Foundation. The Foundation facilitates philanthropy, by partnering with donors to build permanent endowment funds that support community projects. We provide leadership on issues of broad community concern.
This 2 bedroom mobile home is situated on 0.5 acres and hosts a bright open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, skylights, ensuite bathroom and large wrap around deck. A custom tea room by the lake, fenced area for a dog and small shop compliment the landscaped yard. Fishing, swimming and boating are all at your doorstep or sit on the deck and just enjoy the views and sounds of the waves lapping the shore.
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www.realtor.ca On Burns Lake lakeshore this beautiful property has previously housed a float plane. With a large dock and excellent boating or swimming it’s recreational potential is unlimited. A beautiful large patio, a custom greenhouse and raised beds for gardening. The house has a large custom kitchen with a dining area and a very large living room with a showcase wood burning fireplace. There is plenty of entertainment space in the basement in the large recreation room that hosts a wet bar. The upper floor has three bedrooms and a full bathroom. $
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This home is suitable for year-round living or as a summer lake cottage. The well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cabin is bright, neat and available for immediate occupancy. Featuring vaulted ceilings, wraparound deck with a spectacular view of the lake, sauna and a full basement. The basement has an outside entry and a workshop. There is a custom fireplace, which enhances the European style and comfort this home brings.
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This 1.15 acre property is tucked away in a mature forest but conveys parklike attitude. Established fruit trees, raised beds, hot tub, in-ground sprinkler and elaborate deck and walkways enhance the outdoors. A 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom 3600 sq ft executive style home featuring cathedral entrance, fireplace, custom kitchen and more.
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This glorious executive home is nestled on the shores of Burns Lake. 270 degrees of panoramic views from all rooms, this spacious 4 bedroom home has it all: custom kitchen, wood floors, large windows, vaulted ceilings and a large family room. The home is immaculate and move in ready, the property tappers down to the lake and provides great access. You have to see this one!
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2 bedroom lakeshore home on over 84 acres. Located 20 minutes west of Burns Lake, along the Highway 16 corridor. 3-phase power is available to a 4000 sq ft metal-clad shop. Cedar pan-abode 864 sq ft house with a full, unfinished basement, outside basement entry and a 12x36’ deck. Upgraded windows, high-efficiency propane furnace and a wood stove/fireplace on the main floor add to the value of this country-living package. Call today for more details.
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perfect day for the Skidoo Poker Ride Bright blue skies, lots of fresh snow and a great turnout created the perfect conditions for the annual Skidoo Poker Ride. Kim Goslin captured this great photo of the event. The 35-mile ride covered many open fields and bush trails through locally owned properties in the Grassy Plains area. The event, hosted by the Grassy Plains Community Hall, took place on Feb. 7, 2015. Winners of this year’s three cash prizes were Kevin Marleau from Burns Lake, Joel Cromarty from Vanderhoof and Submitted photo Rhonda Giesbrecht from Grassy Plains.
Almost 40 per cent of pedestrians do not respect rules BRAIN INJURY from t P9 failed to obey to provincial motor vehicles laws including the improper use of turn signals, failing to stop, exceeding speed restrictions, passing vehicles illegally and tailgating. Also, 12 vehicles had an unsecured child in the vehicle (with lack of proper restraints), and 56 drivers were reported driving while distracted (engaging in other activities). The statistics for cyclists were a bit more dramatic. Out the 48 cyclists observed during the survey, 83 per cent were not riding their bikes safely. Among the infractions, 17 cyclists rode without wearing a helmet; five failed to stop at stop signs; and 18 riders broke provincial and municipal laws by not walking cycles through intersections, riding on sidewalks or against the traffic. Pedestrians were also observed during the survey. Out of 170 pedestrians observed, 103 did not commit an infraction. However, 57 people preferred to jaywalk instead of properly crossing a roadway, and seven did not use crosswalks in the proper way by cutting corners to enter or exit the crosswalk, crossing on a red or yellow light or walking out into traffic before they have come to a stop. Additionally, one person did not bother to look in both directions before proceeding into the path of oncoming traffic, and two pedestrians allowed themselves to be distracted by an activity while crossing a roadway. According to the Northern Brain Injury Association, the number of persons being injured as the result of unsafe operation, especially those due to distracted behaviours, continues to grow every year. In fact, distracted behaviour injury and death rates have now surpassed those attributed to drinking and driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, making distracted behaviours the number one preventable cause of motor vehicular injury and death in Canada. The surveys were conducted at high traffic locations for one hour segments twice a day, over a three day period - including two days during the week and one day on a weekend - for one hour in the morning and one hour in the late afternoon. The surveys involved two personnel positioned to observe opposing flows of traffic in late August and early September of 2014.
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Matt Moore (C) is recognized for five years of service. Reg Leith (L) and Mayor Luke Strimbold (R) are standing beside him.
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Eric Williams (L) receives the Paul Sandercott Firefighter of the Year award from the hands of Jim McBride (R).
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COMMUNITY MAKES YOU. YOU MAKE YOUR COMMUNITY. Over the past several years Burns Lake & District Community Foundation Society has financially supported a number of local arts and cultural organizations including the Lakes District Arts Council and the Burns Lake Film Society. Rawk Camp and free family movies days are a few of the programs made possible.
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Fire chief Jim McBride (L) is honoured for 15 years of service to the community of Burns Lake at the annual fireman’s banquet and awards dinner. The event was held at Mulvaney’s Pub in Burns Lake on Feb. 7, 2015. Mayor Luke Strimbold stand next to him.
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Map shows that much of British Columbia can expect warmer temperatures this spring. The Lakes District can also expect above normal precipitation levels this spring, increasing the risk of floods. Rick Martin, Director of Public Works, say public works crews will be monitoring the situation in Burns Lake daily until spring.
Burns Lake can expect warmer weather until spring
On the other hand, the position of the jet stream will also deliver more storms than usual to west-central British Columbia during the spring. The Lakes District can also expect above normal precipitation levels this spring, increasing the risk of floods.
Rick Martin, Director of public works, said public works crews have been monitoring the situation in Burns Lake daily. Martin said the heavy snowfall in early February, combined with warmer temperatures, can increase water flow to significant amounts.
One of the ways public work crews are preventing floods is by loading and hauling snow piles and removing them to a controlled location. "Loaders and a backhoe have been working alongside curbs to open drains for the storm system. They will push
Flavio Nienow If you already had enough of this winter season and is thinking about flying south, don't pack your bags just yet. According to Brett Anderson, meteorologist for AccuWeather, spring will arrive earlier this year for the Lakes District. Anderson explained that eastern pacific ocean waters will continue to average two to three degrees above normal, having a warming influence across much of British Columbia during the course of spring. "We don't expect that to change anytime soon," he said. "Temperatures will continue to average warmer than normal until spring." Also contributing to the warmer temperatures will be the position of the jet stream. "We believe the jet stream is going to be coming from the southwest rather than northwest, making temperatures warmer," Anderson explained. The position of the jet stream will deflect much of the lingering, winter cold away from Western Canada during the early spring.
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the snow banks into ditches and open holes in the snow so water can travel to the ditch," explained Martin. Additionally, crews will also monitor culverts that often freeze, and steam channels though frozen culverts to allow water movement.
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Artistic director Bengt Jörgen has created an innovative version of the classic fairy tale. His choreogaphy takes us through the misfortunes and fortunes of Cinderella and her stepsisters. Cinderella’s life is changed by the appearance of an old woman, a seed and magical fairies. When Cinderella wins the hand of her prince, her stepsisters find their world turned upside down. Framing the action are sets by Glenn Davidson and costume designs by Robert Doyle. With music by Sergei Prokofiev, the professional dancers of this acclaimed Canadian company and the participation of local students, this will be an evening not to be missed.
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Children’s fitness and arts tax credits Did you know? The children’s fitness tax credit allow you to claim a 15% non-refundable tax credit on an amount up to $1,000 per child per credit on the fees you’ve paid in 2014 to register a child in a prescribed program of eligible activities, this has been increased from the 2013 maximum of $500 per child. This can give you a credit of up to $150 per child per credit. The children’s Arts tax credit allows you to claim up to a maximum of $500 per child the fees paid in 2014 relating to the cost of registration or membership for your or your spouse’s or common-law partner’s child in a prescribed program of artistic, cultural, recreational, or developmental activity. • Eligible activities for the children’s arts tax credit include artistic or cultural activities such as art classes, piano lessons, and tutoring, as well as other activities that are intended to improve a child’s dexterity or co-ordination. • Eligible activities for the children’s fitness tax credit include strenuous games like hockey or soccer and activities such as golf lessons, horseback riding, sailing, and bowling, as well as others that require a similar level of physical activity. • You can claim these credits for your child, as well as for the child of your spouse or common-law partner. • The child must have been under 16 years of age (or under 18 years of age if eligible for the disability tax credit) at the beginning of the year in which the eligible expenses were paid. • You can claim an additional amount of $500 for each eligible child who qualifies for the disability amount and for whom you paid a minimum of $100 in registration or membership fees. • Two parents can claim eligible fees for the same child, as long as they do not claim the same fees and the combined amount is not more than $500.
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Anne is pre-deceased by son Lorne and her brother John. Anne was a loving wife, mother and Grandmother. Very capable, could use a power saw like a pro and willing to help in any capacity on the farm, logging, sawmilling or other family ventures. She loved to work in her garden, ride her horse, snowmobile or ATV. Placer mining venture with Alan and Marion Blackwell was a highlight of Anne’s life. Anne was a fierce defender of the less fortunate. She loved animals, especially dogs and horses. Most of her life was spent in the Lakes District area. Anne’s family and friends were her top priority. She leaves behind husband Bill, daughter Dana, Son Rex and his wife Karen, grandchildren Natasha and Jay, Step son Dan, brother George Hart and his wife Bernice, their daughters and families, half brother Bruce and wife Theresa, half sister Dorothy May and her family, Sister in law Betty, nephew Warren and his family. Anne will be sadly missed and memories of her cherished. The Glanville family wishes to express a heartfelt thank you to the staff of the Lakes District Hospital for their exemplary care and kindness. No funeral by request, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kordyban Lodge in Prince George.
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Burns Lake snowboard teams make provincials Two Lakes District Secondary School (LDSS) snowboard teams are packing their bags to compete in a provincial championship in Revelstoke, B.C. The teams were classified after being in the top three at the zones championship in Quesnel, B.C., from Feb. 7 to 10, 2015. The eight-boys snowboard team placed first during the zones championship, and the five-girls snowboard team placed second. Nisa Hofer, from LDSS, placed fourth overall, and Sam Goertzen, also from LDSS, placed first for boys. The five-boys ski team placed fourth in the competition. Although there were no girls ski team, two LDSS students competed individually. The provincial championship will take place from March 2 to 4, 2015. Submitted photo
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Sunday, March 1st starting at 10 am “The Loppet means different things to participants. For some it’s intense competition, for others it’s a relaxing way to spend a day outside, taking in the pristine beauty of the country side or wilderness, and enjoying the home grown entertainment and great food and drink at the rest stops along the trail.”
Come on out and enjoy a family ski or challenge yourself to a long distance ski! We offer four different routes and each has its own personality: • The Epic is a 50 km circuit exploring the trails of the club and surrounding community forest. • The Viewpoint is a 20 km circuit that provides a climb to the top of the hill for a breathtaking view of the Burns Lake area. • The Flatlander is a 15 km circuit suitable for intermediate skiers to challenge themselves to a long distance ski on rolling to flat terrain. • The Participaction is a series of recreational short distance trails (you choose 3.5 km, 4.5 km or 5.5 km option) suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Maps of all the routes can be found on our website at http://ominecaskiclub.ca/upcoming-events/ lakes-loppet-and-family-marathon/ Cost is $20 per person or $50 for a family includes: entry fee, snacks and a hot lunch at the finish. Refreshments tables will be set up throughout the courses. Please register in advance at www.zone4.ca from Feb 15- 27 or in person on March 1 starting at 9am. Timing is optional. We will do a mass start at 10 am or you may start at your own pace. We will record skiers who wish to know their final time.
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In 10 years as a working musician, John has released 5 albums, captured a Juno nomination for Best Traditional/ Roots album, and a Canadian Folk Music Award for Album of the Year. “You’re dead a long time” is John’s mantra: “so you better get out there and play.” John Wort Hannam and The Blue Collars’ winsome and lonesome style of acoustic roots sounds like well-written prose, set to music. John is proudly Canadian, and one of the torch-bearers of a songwriting tradition that includes the likes of John Prine, Louden Wainwright III and Steve Earle.
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It’s that time of the year, when graduates are filing off their report cards and transcripts to the programs and universities they’re eyeing as their new four-year homes. And after all that work just to get in, to beat the odds and a whole lot of other applicants, they could use some aid. That’s why Black Press will be supplying 37 freshman students accepted to the University of Victoria’s Peter B. Gustavson School of Business with $5000 annual scholarships – for students in several communities and districts Black Press’s newspapers serve. Applying for the scholarship is simple: every high school student accepted into the School of Business will be automatically considered for the $5000, but the deadline to apply is Feb. 28, 2015. More information can be found on UVic’s website. To qualify, students must: • Complete an application to the BCom program or be a returning student to the University of Victoria Gustavson School of Business. If you have not already applied to BCom, visit our admissions page for details; • Have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement; • Have demonstrated involvement in a community or campus organization; • Highlight your personal goals, ambition and judgement of ethical behaviour; • Graduate from one of the participating school districts (link above).
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Burns Lake hosted the atoms hockey tournament on the weekend of Feb. 7 and 8, 2015, at the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena. Participating teams included the Burns Lake Bruins, the Vanderhoof Bears, the Fraser Lake Hawks, the Houston Flyers and the Hazelton Bulldogs. The finals were between Burns Lake and Vanherhoof. It was a very close game, but Vanderhoof took the title home after scoring an empty net goal with four seconds left on the clock. Vanderhoof 6, Burns Lake 4.
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These are the fixed programs we are working around! February: April: • 60+ Fitness Program – Until the end of April – Monday 9am and Wednesday 11 am – Call to book a spot! • 60+ Squash Clinic – Every Monday and Wednesday 1:30 – 3:00pm – Please call to book • Upcoming programs!
March: • Cookie Decoration • 55+ Curling Bonspiel • 60+ Climbing Clinic
• Free Lakeside Multiplex Admission single admission for all seniors • Fused Glass Class • Gym Orientation
May: • Plant Bedding! • Nutrition Class – Meet with a dietician Please call to book a spot with any of these programs so we know how many to plan for! Feel free to call us if you have any questions or suggestions for seniors programs!
Thanks to UBCM for the support with the Age Friendly Grant 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
Seniors Fitness 60+ Program Feb: Mon 9:00 a.m. & Wed 11:00 a.m. Squash Clinic every Mon and Wed 1:30-3:00 p.m. Call Village Recreation 250-692-3817 to book a spot.
Southside Health & Wellness Centre: Beginner yoga every Tues. & Fri. 9:00-10:00 a.m. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 a.m. More info (250) 694-3270.
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THANK YOU! The Burns Lake Snowmobile Club would like to thank the following Sponsors and people that made our 2015 Cold Smoke Drags a success. Loren Nielsen & Crew Burns Lake Community Forests BKV Towing Bill Bueckert Dale Pettigrew Dennis & Dawn Firomski Grant Conlan Lakes District News Whitesail Contracting Blair Wilson Angel Pettigrew Bulkley Valley Credit Omineca Ski Club Union Dave O’Grady Lakes District Burns Lake Chamber Of Maintenance Commerce Shawn O’Meara Doug Phair Lino’s Sales & Service Burns Lake Rotary Club Gary Bueckert Britney Phair Brian Worrell & Lost Island Gospel Youth Creek Holdings Group Norm Spicer & Crew George Macleod Pineridge Holdings Tiretech Matt Nealis Darrell Lambert Doug & Brenda Payne Twisters Car Wash Forest Power Sports Katie Lambert Tony & Gina Strimbold Dan Rollert Jason Hanson Clay McEntee Burns Lake Automotive Babine Forest Products Kirsty Hall Kyle Raasveld Sullivan Motor Products Chief Louie Paddle Co. Rhonda Payne Bill Imus Keith & Diane Tremblay Randy & Lana Miller P & B Feeds ‘N’ Needs Ron & Krys Mouw Flintstone Mining Brian Hanson Peter Pettigrew Susan Schienbein Gordon Douglas Christian Lobermayer Andy’s Machining & Gary Hanson Repairs We are sorry if we have missed anyone. Advertising partially donated by LD News
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Helping the Burns Lake arts scene The B.C. Arts Council is providing a grant in the amount of $6249 to the Lakes District Arts Council to support initiatives in Burns Lake. Flavio Nienow The Lakes District Arts Council (LDCA) is about to receive a $6249 grant from the B.C. Arts Council. The LDAC has been successful in receiving this grant for several years now. John Barth, LDAC member, explained this grant matches the financial support from the Village of Burns Lake and the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako (RDBN). In 2014, LDCA received $4700 from the Village of Burns Lake and $2000 from the RDBN. "We [LDAC] are very appreciative of the support we receive from the Village of Burns Lake and from the RDBN," he said. More than $6.9 million is being provided to 277 artists, museums and arts organizations as part of the latest round of B.C. Arts Council grant adjudications. According to Sandra Barth, LDAC president, this financial support is vital to volunteer arts organizations. "Public funding supports the financial viability, artistic success and risk-taking of arts organizations," she said. Sandra also mentioned some of the future projects of LDAC. "In the year ahead, the Lakes District Arts Council will continue presenting live, professional entertainment. We have summer art, music and dance camps planned for young people. The LDAC is also focusing on developing partnerships with organizations in the community that can help us organize and present arts and cultural events," she said. A partnership with the Lakes District and Health Centre will see the work of local visual artists displayed in its foyer, hallways and offices. The Lakes District Health Centre art committee is seeking to purchase visual art pieces from local artists in a variety of mediums and within a varied prince range. Local artists can submit a photo of their art piece along with a written description of it and their artist biography by March 31, 2015, to sdsbarth@telus.net. This is the second year of a partnership between the LDAC and the community-owned movie theatre, co-presenting performances of The Met: Live in HD opera broadcasts. "Audiences for these performances are enthusiastic and growing," said Sandra. Another partnership will be with the local artisan cooperative the Lakes Artisan Centre. "This partnership will strengthen summer arts and cultural ac-
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Quality productions such as Cinderella are able to come to Burns Lake thanks to the financial support from the Village of Burns Lake, the Regional District of Bulckley-Nechako and grants received from the B.C. Arts Council. The performance of Cinderella will take place at LDSS on Feb. 22, 2015, at 7 :30 p.m. tivities for youth." Sandra also mentioned that the LDAC will continue its focus on the Aboriginal community. "We are finding as many ways as we can to be inclusive in the programming and to engage First Nations audience members and youth in LDAC events."
SOUTHSIDE 2015
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Winter Games
Saturday, February 21st Sponsored by Southside 4-H Club
as a Service project for the Community Location: Takysie Lake Resort - Games begin at 11:00am
Great Family Event fo Snowshoe Races r all ages! Cross Country Ski Races, Bonfire Ice Fishing Derby Register Saturday Snowshoe Volleyball morning: 10:45am, Hockey Tournament races begin at 11:00am Entry Fees: $2 per race per person Prizes
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Many thanks to Takysie Lake Resort for venue and equipment For more info call: Monika at 694-3611 or Margaret at 694-3566. Please register hockey and volleyball teams with Margaret before games begin (margaret@meutzner.com)
Ladies Shopping Night Out Saturday, Feb. 28 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Lakes District Secondary School. Free admission.
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Are you wondering what to do with all your extra stuff? We need donations of good, usable, unbroken items. All proceeds from this event help with veterinary treatment of stray animals in the community. Items can be dropped off at the Burns Lake Veterinary Clinic or please call 250-692-7476 for pick up.
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When it is more than anxiety and depression: bipolar & schizophrenia
Dr. David Smith A couple of weeks ago we talked about the stresses teenagers face as they transition to adulthood. Adding to that challenging journey, which all teens must make, is the fact that 75 per cent of all mental health conditions show up in the teen and early adult years. Today we talk about bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, which tend to first show their signs and symptoms between the ages of 13 and 25. Bipolar: Originally called manic-depression, bipolar disorder is marked by extreme shifts in mood, energy and activity levels, ranging from severe depression on one side to mania on the other. During a manic episode, the youth will be highly talkative, energetic, full of ideas and enthusiasms, may take
risks or behave impulsively, and may even become jittery, sleepless and irritable. During a depressive episode, the youth is very tired or feels slowed down, is very sad and hopeless, has a hard time concentrating or making decisions, and may also be restless or irritable. Different types of bipolar disorder have different extremes in moods and different speeds of cycling between them, but most high or low episodes last several days or longer. Sometimes the extremes in moods can bring on psychosis — losing touch with reality and having hallucinations (hearing, seeing, smelling, tasting, or feeling things that are not actually there) and delusions (a strong, illogical belief, such as feeling one’s actions are being controlled by others). Early psychosis intervention, called EPI, is very successful. An EPI program exists in many communities in each health authority in B.C., see earlypsychosis.ca. Bipolar disorder is known to run in families, but most individuals who have a family member with the disorder will never develop
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this condition — some other trigger is often needed and research is not yet clear what that is. Many famous and highly successful individuals have bipolar disorder, in part because the manic phase can produce extreme creativity and productivity. Yet the disorder can cause havoc with family relationships, jobs and finances. Substance use, particularly excessive alcohol consumption, is common with the disorder, especially during a manic phase. Significant mood changes can be stabilized with various medications, or their combinations, plus different types of psychotherapy. With long-term treatment productive lives can be lived. Attention to good sleep, healthy diet and exercise, regular routines, and avoidance of mind-altering substances, along with medication and therapy, can minimize the number of mood episodes. For more information see Mood Disorders Association of B.C., mdabc.net; and heretohelp. bc.ca; Schizophrenia: Per-
haps no mental health diagnosis causes parents and youth more fear than schizophrenia, which is marked by losing touch with reality and experiencing hallucination, delusions, disorganization and cognitive impairment, such as poor judgement and decision-making. But the outlook need not be bleak: treatment works, and recovery and a return to good functioning occurs regularly. About one per cent of all British Columbians have this illness and it affects men and women equally, but first symptoms often appear for men between ages 16 and 20, and women between ages 20 and 30. While schizophrenia also runs in families, it usually needs more than just genetics to arise, although exactly what else triggers it is not fully known. Sometimes it occurs in individuals with no family history, perhaps as a result of a subtle or past brain injury. In the last decade, new antipsychotic medication and the introduction of Early Psychosis Intervention
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Score Board DECKER LAKE WHIST - February 11, 2015 Men’s 2nd: Pete Hiebert 147 Low Score: Eric Schroeder 106 Door Prize: Judy Jordsvar
LEGION SENIORS CRIB - February 12, 2015
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I would like to send a huge thank you to Steve Reid for his quick action in putting out my house fire. To the Burns Lake fire department who were here within minutes of the call. To Lori Reid for taking us all in to her home ad giving us warm blankets and slippers and taking care of the pets. Eric and Lana Williams for housing us and their hard work that helped get us back into our home. My mom and dad for taking us in and being the best parents out there. Thank you to good neighbours for the calls and support. You gotta love being from a small town. Mitch, Kristy, Ben and Trayton Ruttan
What is Rotary up to? Happy 110th Anniversary Rotary International
Our 1.2 million-member organization started with the vision of one man—Paul P. Harris. The Chicago attorney formed one of the world’s first service organizations, the Rotary Club of Chicago, on 23 February 1905 as a place where professionals with diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas and form meaningful, lifelong friendships. The Burns Lake Club has been in existence for 62 years.
The Burns Lake Rotary Club is looking for young leaders Are you a leader? Are you interested in meeting other young leaders to share and hone your leadership skills? Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) – is an intensive training program for community youth leaders. There are RYLA events for every age group from grade 8 to 30 years old and the Burns Lake Rotary Club is looking for interested leaders.
Talk to a Rotarian if you are interested in applying for a full sponsorship to any of these RYLAs:
Cell: (250) 691-1641
Ladies 1st: Sadie Dyck 140 Ladies 2nd: Diane Killman 136 Men’s 1st: Errol Anderson 148
(EPI) programs, noted above, are greatly helping newly diagnosed people with schizophrenia. Like bipolar disorder, along with the right combination of medication, good sleep, healthy diets, regular exercise, established routines and avoiding mind-altering substances will help those with the diagnosis live full and productive lives. For more information about schizophrenia in B.C. see earlypsychosis.ca; mindcheck.ca; the BC Schizophrenia Society, bcss.org; and the Canadian Mental Health Association B.C. chapter, cmha.bc.ca. Dr. David Smith is an adolescent and adult psychiatrist and the medical director of the Okanagan Psychiatric services for Interior Health.
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Kids Swap Meet March 7, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Island Gospel Church. Sell, swap, trade or buy kids clothing, toys and more! Info: Samantha at info@burnslakefamilies.ca
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AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: Your responsibilities are at an all-time high, Aquarius. If you speak up, plenty of people will be willing to lend a hand. You just have to accept their offers to help.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23: Leo, paying off a large debt may empty out your bank account, but you have to look at the benefits of the situation. No more interest payments mean more savings.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20: Pisces, start visualizing positive outcomes and you can produce winning results. A negative attitude will only prevent success.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22: Virgo, expect to be caught off guard this week. Allow everything to run its course, and things will be back to normal before you know it.
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20: Aries, expect to scramble at the last minute when you have to get something finished. It may elevate your blood pressure, but you’ll feel good when the task is completed.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23: Libra, be resourceful and economical this week. Frivolous spending will only leave you with a hole in your pocket and not much to show for it.
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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21: You have to take a stand on a highly contested matter, Taurus. There’s no way to avoid the situation, so it’s best if you just meet it head on. Others will appreciate your direct approach.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22: This could be a time of profound changes in an important relationship, Scorpio. If you keep an open mind, there is no limit to the benefits that await.
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SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: Sagittarius, after a few bumpy spells, you may be on the road to a financial recovery. Monitor your spending and continue to maintain your financial discipline.
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GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: Gemini, say goodbye to a bad situation, as a better one is on the horizon. It is about time you make things work in your favor and enjoy some R&R. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: Cancer, you have grown in many ways and people are trying to get used to your new persona. They see you as a new person, and that will require an adjustment period.
Our town Kids Swap Meet date has been set! March 7, 10am-2pm at the Island Gospel Church. Sell, swap, trade or buy baby, toddler or kids clothing, toys, accessories and more! Free for attendees! Hoping to have a silent auction going during the swap meet. Funds raised will be donated to our local food bank. Samantha (778) 6690007 / info@burnslakefamilies.ca 2015 Lakes District Festival of the Performing Arts March 10-21. The Honours Concert is Saturday, March 21. For more info call Lois at (250) 695-6699. The Cancer Society is working to organize a three month Healthy Lifestyle/Activity Challenge from Jan. 15 to Mar. 15, 2015. The activity could
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On Monday Kaspersky Labs released more information on the Carbanak campaign, a string of hack attacks that may have cost the banking industry upwards to $1 Billion. Carbanak is a long, careful campaign which utilizes a combination of infected email attachments, traditional malware, and hands on network hacking to worm its way into a bank’s network and compromise administrative accounts. Once in place, the hackers then compromise ATM machines, transfer funds to other banks, or even create dummy accounts within the same bank that are then closed out. Initial findings by Kaspersky indicate that components of the malware used in the campaign may have been engineered as early as 2013, with the first successful thefts occurring in February of 2014. Carbanak has since hit more than 100 institutions for between $2.5 and $10 million each. While this type of slow, tedious attack is not commonly targeted against End Users, Kaspersky Labs is still recommending extreme caution when opening email attachments, especially from someone you don’t know or that does not typically send you files by email.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Real estate values have been rebounding, Capricorn. If you are in the market to sell your home, now may be your chance to do so, but make sure you accept a good offer.
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be any kind of healthy activity such as skiing, running, gym exercising, yoga or a combination of several activities and would be open to all age groups. We require input from the community and would also be interested in partnering with another group. Please call or e-mail if you are interested in assisting or have any ideas. We also would like to have a contest for a catchy name for this event. Please submit suggestions to our office. We cannot do this event without community support. (250) 692-7203 / burnslake@bc.cancer.ca. 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.
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Contemplating French Immersion Kindergarten? Canadian Parents for French invite Kindergarten/Grade 1 students to enroll in the program at William Konkin Elementary
I want my child to be ... a creative THINKER an excellent COMMUNICATOR ready to SUCCEED Give your child the advantages that come with being bilingual. Enroll your child in FRENCH IMMERSION.
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We will be hosting a French Immersion information night in March at WKE- Date TBA and you are welcome to come see our school at any time. Please contact Mary Hawes (President of Burns Lake CPF chapter) at 250-251-2701 or email: mary@ldair.ca Also, please have a look at the CPF website: http://bc-yk.cpf.ca/
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ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH 136 - 4th Avenue, Burns Lake
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was born on September 26th, 1961 in Burns Lake, B.C., the ninth of twelve children born to John and Mary (nee Wiebe) Fehr. He aƩended ecker Lake lementary School and the Lakes istrict Secondary HiŐh School. urinŐ his teenaŐe years he was acƟvely involved with the youth Őroup at Island Gospel Fellowship. He ventured oī to Saskatchewan and found employment with his brotherͲinͲlaw, workinŐ in construcƟon. traŐic accident landed him in the hospital where he remained in a coma for over a month. Upon his release, he returned to Burns Lake. SomeƟme later, he aƩended Weace Ziver Bible InsƟtute for one year. Saskatchewan lured him back, and in 1985 he married Theresa and they had three children, Lance, Jordan and Crystal. For several years he enũoyed workinŐ in cabinetry for Wleasure Way sans. few years aŌer his divorce he moved to sernon. lthouŐh he had a variety of ũobs, he spent a Őood number of years workinŐ for Huber HeritaŐe Furniture. He appreciated and enũoyed the fellowship at Grace Bible Church, parƟcipaƟnŐ as a faithful usher and playinŐ and sinŐinŐ with The Gospel chos. Music was an inteŐral part of Menno͛s life. Many hours were spent playinŐ the mandolin and Őuitar. In the sernon community, he sanŐ with the ZevelaƟon Choir. Family was also very important to Menno. He would make Őreat eīorts to aƩend immediate and edžtended family reunions where you would freƋuently Įnd him ũamminŐ with uncles, cousins and siblinŐs. His easy smile would briŐhten his face and warm everyone͛s heart. On January 31st, 2015 his Lord and Saviour called him Home. Menno was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Fehr. He leaves behind his sons, Lance and Jordan͖ and his dauŐhter, Crystal. His memory will be cherished by his siblinŐs, Helen (John) Froese, Tina (Glenn) MarƟn, Trudy (Zay) Boldt, Joe ( dele) Fehr, nn (Mark) sander Griend, Jake (Janie) Fehr, MarƟn Fehr, Martha (Tom) Whillips, GeorŐe (Zhoda) Fehr, avid (Sherry) Fehr and an Fehr͖ as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He will be lovinŐly remembered and never forŐoƩen. CremaƟon preceded the Funeral Service which was held at Grace Bible Church on Monday, February 9th, 2015 at 1͗30 W.M. with Wastor Larry Woelke oĸciaƟnŐ. Funeral arranŐements were made with B TH L FUE Z L CH W L LT ., 5605-27th Street, sernon, B.C. s1T 8 5 250-542-1187
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Huckleberry Mines Ltd., an 18,,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:
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Huckleberry Mines is seeking a Mill Maintenance Planner/Scheduler to join our multi-disciplined team of maintenance personnel. Reporting to the Mill Maintenance &oordinator the indiYidual Ĺľlling this position Zill be a key team member in developing, managing and controlling all aspects of planning and scheduling maintenance activities in an 18,000 tonne per day copper mineral processing plant. 'uties Zill include Ĺ˜ Promoting and maintaining a safe Zorking environment through compliance Zith Huckleberry Mines Health and Safety programs and the %& Mines $ct Ĺ˜ (nsuring planned and scheduled maintenance activities are aligned Zith the annual budget and operational needs Ĺ˜ Maintaining a short range plan months and long range plan annual
Ĺ˜ :ork Zith the maintenance team to develop job scopes Ĺ˜ :ork Zith the Purchasing group to reTuest, source and obtain parts, tooling and specialized resources Ĺ˜ Scheduling Zork orders based on priority and resource availability Ĺ˜ 7racking and reporting .ey Performance ,ndicators 7he successful candidate Zill possess a minimum of a journeymanĹ‘s TualiĹľcation or a related technical diploma or engineering degree preferred. 7he candidate Zill have e[cellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to establish and meet deadlines, be a team player and Zork Zell in a fast paced environment. &ompetent computer skills Zith e[perience Zith Microsoft 2fĹľce, &MMS programs and Preventive Maintenance programs are reTuired. 7his position Zorks a Monday to 7hursday, [ schedule days in, days out .
Reservoir Elevation: 851.29m (2792.95 ft.) SLS Discharge: 30.5 m3/s Snow pack: 115% long term average Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 38 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 49 m3/s Reservoir level is currently slightly below the long term average at this time of year at 90%. Nonetheless to manage the reservoir level and Nechako River water level for the coming snow melt Skins Lake spillway will be increased this week from 30m3/s to 45 M3/S Increasing discharge from the Skins Lake spillway will result in water owing over the existing ice cover in the Cheslatta watershed and the Nechako River, and could create unsafe conditions. It is advised that no activity be conducted on or adjacent to these areas starting immediately. Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812
THE 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
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We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those in consideration will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. 4ualiĹľed candidates can submit their resumes in conĹľdence to Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com
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Huckleberry Mines is located appro[imately tZo hours driving time from Houston, %ritish &olumbia. (mployees live in a camp environment on their days of Zork. 7ransportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and Smithers by bus and Zhile at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic %ulkley 9alley on 7rans&anada HighZay 1 , an e[cellent area to raise a family and has e[ceptional 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 ranJe of beneĹľts includinJ medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.
SMALL ENG/SAW/OUTBOARD MECHANIC WANTED. Exp required. Wage/benefits negotiable. ShopRite Marine/Logging, Port McNeill, BC Send resume to: crosback@telus.net
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO PERMIT THE MINE PLAN AND RECLAMATION PROGRAM FOR THE TINTAGEL ROAD S&G PIT – MINE NO. 1650866 Take notice that: Radley Contracting Inc., has filed with the Chief Inspector of Mines, pursuant to Part 10.2.1 of the Health and Safety Reclamation Code for Mines in British Columbia, 2008 a proposed mine plan together with a program for the protection and reclamation of the land and water courses related to the proposed sand and gravel operation located at Tintagel on that part of SE 1/4, DL 4164, Range 5, Coast District. A copy of the permit application, including supporting documentation, is available for viewing at: Ministry of Energy and Mines, 3726 Alfred Avenue Smithers BC V0J 2N0. Any person affected by or interested in this program has 30 days from the date of publication to make written representation to the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Energy and Mines, Northwest Region @ Bag 5000, 3726 Alfred Avenue Smithers BC V0J 2N0 or by email M M D - S m i t h ers@gov.bc.ca, (facsimile: 250-847-7603). Please note that the Chief Inspector does not have a mandate to consider the merits of the proposed mine from a zoning or a land use planning perspective.
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Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 17 of the Woodlot Licence Planning and Practices Regulation that a woodlot licence plan has been prepared for W1539 located in Wisteria. The licence is held by Lance, Kathy and Merle Hoesing. If approved by the Ministry of Forests, Range and Natural Resource Operations, the plan may apply for a term of 10 years from the date of approval. The woodlot licence plan is available for public review and comment. An appointment to view the plan can be made by contacting Alison Patch at 250-695-6340. Written comments may be sent to The Forestdale Canyon Adventure Ltd., 7296 Colleymount Road, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E2 up until March 31, 2015.
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Rita Bridal (photo on the left) throws the first rock during the bonspiel in honour of her late husband, Wally Bridal. The bonspiel took place from Feb. 6 to 8, 2015, at the Burns Lake Curling Rink. The winner of the A event was the team led by Peter Wiebe; second place went to Halley Finch’s team; and third place went to Lori White’s. In the B event, Kevin Partington’s team was first; Ken Lukens’ was second; and Gerald Eckland’s team took the third place. In the C event, Arnold Amonson’s team took the first place; Kerry Miller’s team came in second; and Fred Saul’s team took the third place. Wally, who died in September 2014, had been an avid member of the Burns Lake Curling Club for over 50 years.
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