Wednesday, February 25, 2015
▼
Volume 95 - No. 08
▼
www.ldnews.net
▼
$1.30 GST inc.
BURNS LAKE
LAKES DISTRICT NEWS
Coastal GasLink to build camp by Burns Lake
A fairy tale in Burns Lake ...page 13
Council increases their salary During a budget meeting of the Village of Burns Lake on Feb. 17, 2015, councillors brought back for discussion the topic of their remuneration increase.
Story on page 3
The pioneer camp will have the capacity for 200 workers
Coastal GasLink to engage local workforce
FLAVIO NIENOW The preliminary construction plan of the Coastal GasLink Pipeline project has identified a potential pioneer camp location approximately 10 kilometres south of Burns Lake. A pioneer camp is a smaller, more mobile camp that is used for early construction activities. Its primary purpose will be to house workers during the right-of-way clearing stage. “The pioneer camp would be a smaller scale operation, with capacity for up to 200 people,” explained Jaime Croft, TransCanada’s Spokesperson. The property sits along the proposed pipeline route, approximately a kilometre east of Hwy. 35, with access via Seven Mile Road. The work camp will offer catering and housekeeping services including daily facility and room cleaning and access to washers and dryers. “Our camps will reflect current construction workforce standards, including separate quarters for men and women, games rooms and exercise facilities,” explained Croft. Coastal GasLink will also establish clear guidelines for behaviour that will be enforced by camp management and construction employers. This code of conduct will apply to employees in camp and out of camp. ...see CAMP ▼ P3
Prime contractors will have to present local and Aboriginal participation plans.
Story on page 5
Girls make their hometown proud Burns Lake has high hopes for local resident Elise Dube, who is getting ready to snowboard at the 2015 Canada Winter Games.
Story on page 10
Here’s Some Great Short-term Certificate Training!
CPR Health Care Provider ......March 11 Canadian Firearms Safety ......March 14 H2S Alive ..................................March 16 Global Ground Disturbance Supervisor Level 2 ..................March 17
Check our website for more information
Phone: 250.692.1700 • Fax: 250.692.1750 • Toll Free: 1.866.692.1943 545 Highway 16 West • PO Box 5000, Burns Lake, BC • V0J 1E0 Email: lksdist@cnc.bc.ca • Website: www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict
2
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 Wednesday, February 25: 7:00PM & Thursday, February 26: 7:00PM
Fifty Shades of Grey
COMMUNITY OWNED & OPERATED 441 Hwy 16, Burns Lake
www.beacontheatre.ca 250-692-3334
February 27 - March 5: Fri, Sat, Sun,Tues, & Thurs: 6:15PM Matinee Feb. 27 Sat. 2PM
February 27 - March 5: Fri, Sat, Sun,Tues, & Thurs: 8:30PM
Sponge Bob Rated G
Rated 18A
Coming soon
Jupiter Ascending Rated 14A
Lots of tees, hoodies and zip jackets await you... Don't delay!
UPCOMING CLASSES: Machine Quilting: Feb 27: 11am-2pm
Ukrainian Egg Classes: Starting March - Call to book a time.
Quilt or tote bag class:
call the store #5 – 870 Hwy 16 - West end of town Phone: 250-692-0080
Submitted photo
www.yarnandsewon.com
Registration fee of $675 for the week at camp as well as an additional $650 toward travel expenses will be paid by Bulkley Valley Credit Union to the successful applicant.
For more information about this empowering opportunity by the Yes Camp, please visit www.theyes.ca or call Sandy at the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, Burns Lake Branch
250-692-7761
British Columbia tops the health charts across the world
British Columbia ranks third in the world for health performance behind only Switzerland and Sweden, and is ranked the number one province in Canada, according to the Conference Board of Canada's report card on health released recently. British Columbia was the only province in the country to receive an A score overall. British Columbians have a life expectancy of 82.2 years, which ranks among the longest in the world. Out of 11 report card indicators used to measure health performance, B.C. scored four A grades in life expectancy; premature mortality; self-reported health status; and mortality due to cancer. Six B grades were scored in infant mortality; mortality due to heart disease and stroke; self-reported mental health; mortality due to respiratory disease; mortality due to diseases of the nervous system; and suicides. The lowest grade B.C. received was a single C in mortality due to diabetes, and yet B.C. has the lowest diabetes prevalence rate in Canada. The report also indicates British Columbians have such high health outcomes because of their healthier lifestyle choices, such as particularly low daily smoking and drinking rates and the highest population percentage that is physically active during their leisure time, along with the lowest obesity rate in Canada.
Granisle school revitalization won’t be completed till springtime Flavio Nienow Granisle’s Babine Elementary-Secondary School (BESS), with 26 students enrolled, is receiving a $7.3 million upgrade. The revitalization project was originally scheduled to be completed by September 2014, but due to delays, the project won’t be finished until the spring of 2015. According to Manu Madhok, Director of Instruction for School District No. 91
Nechako Lakes, the revitalization project is now “98 per cent complete,” but there are still a few exterior tasks such as landscaping, exterior paint and paving that cannot be completed until the spring. Madhok accounts the remote location of the school for the unanticipated delays in securing contractors. “This has much to do with supply and demand issues currently within the trades/ construction sector and the economic ac-
2014 Focus Hatchback SE Starting at
$135 biweekly @0% 2014 Focus Sedan SE Starting at
$130 bi weekly @0% All in stock several to choose from.
beacontheatrebl
Local resident Linda Cutsforth took this photo of sub-contractors for B.C. Hydro replacing spacer dampers near Burns Lake on Feb. 20, 2015. Spacer dampers hold the individual sub conductor transmission lines apart and keep the overhead lines from contacting each other in stormy weather and causing outages. The new spacer dampers have high grade rubber to absorb the impact of inclement weather and extend the lifespan of the lines.
416 Government St. • Open Wednesday thru Saturday Noon til 5 pm
The Yes offers Roots programs for 14-16 year olds and Pathways programs for 16-18 year olds. Expand your leadership and team building skills while canoeing, hiking, swimming and connecting with youth from around the province.
Schedule subject to change. Check our website, marquee or phone line for up-to-date information. Daily updates: www.Facebook.com/
stronger power lines
Bench
summer adventure?
(*+$3 surcharge all 3D movies)
REMINDER: CASH ONLY! SORRY!
www.beacontheatre.ca
New Spring Collection from
Looking for a
Rated 14A
“REEL DEAL WEDNESDAY” - ALL SEATS $6* ALL MATINEE SEATS $6*
Doors open 1/2 hour before showtime.
“Reel Deal Wednesday” all seats $6*
The YES offers an experience that will change your life forever.
Kingsman The Secret Service
Lakes District News
TOLL FREE: 1-888-449-4029 250-567-4781 1473 HWY 16 EAST www.westlineford.com DL # 30423
www.ldnews.net
tivity within our region,” he said. According to Madhok, the school district is on track to meet its budget allocation for the project, but won’t have a finalized financial summary until all aspects of the project are complete. The school district and the Ministry of Education signed an agreement in April 2013. The Ministry of Education provided funding of $5.28 million for project, and ...see SCHOOL t P11
Lakes District News
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Potential sites for larger camps have been identified northeast of Fraser Lake and south of Houston
www.ldnews.net
Council increases their remuneration
3
CAMP from t P1 “These guidelines are for the benefit of everyone on the project and in nearby communities,” said Croft. Coastal GasLink expects to begin construction of the proposed pipeline in 2016, lasting three to four years. However, the pioneer camp in Burns Lake should be in operation for a few months only. Further use of the facility will depend on the needs of the prime construction contractors. Potential sites for larger camps have been identified northeast of Fraser Lake and south of Houston. Coastal GasLink Pipeline Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of TransCanada PipeLines Limited, is proposing to develop a natural gas pipeline from northeast B.C., near Dawson Creek, to the west coast of B.C., near Kitimat, passing south of Burns Lake.
Flavio Nienow photo
The Burns Lake council discusses their remuneration increase during a budget meeting on Feb. 17, 2015, in council chambers. (L-R): Councilor Susan Schienbein, coun. Christopher Beach, chief administrative officer Sheryl Worthing, Mayor Luke Strimbold, clerk Cameron Hart, coun. Kelly Holliday and coun. John Illes. Fiver other members of village staff were present.
The voting took place during the village’s budget meeting Flavio Nienow During a budget meeting of the Village of Burns Lake on Feb. 17, 2015, councillors brought back for discussion the topic of 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 from $15,000 to $17,500 over a three year period ($833.33 per year); and that councillors' annual remuneration be increased from $7500 to $8250 over a three year period ($250 per year). The financial implication of this change would be an additional $5700 to the village's budget in 2015. Mayor Luke Strimbold said council could
choose to approve or decline the recommendations made in 2011, or ask for another remuneration review committee analysis to assess the current situation. Councillor Christopher Beach said that hiring another review panel would be a waste of energy and resources, and that council should either act on the information provided in 2011 or not. "Sooner or later we will have to look at increases to keep up with inflation," said Beach. "At least there will be some type of compensation [if we increase remuneration] for the time ...see remuneration t P7
4
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Lakes District News
t Editorial Flavio Sachett Nienow
tom fletcher
Why cut taxes for the rich?
Prince George is doing a great job I was just in Prince George over the weekend to watch the Coldsnap Festival at the Canada Winter Games. This was actually my first time spending some quality time in Prince George (not including the times I was passing through on my way to Burns Lake of course). In order to explain how great my experience there was, I must first admit that my expectations about Prince George were not very high. Let me explain… I first heard about Prince George when I was living on the other side of the country and was reading a Maclean’s magazine article. The article said that Prince George was the most dangerous city in Canada (so not a great first impression). I was also afraid that Prince George would be too similar to Prince Albert, S.K., a place known as the ‘Gateway to the North’ with high crime rates and, in my opinion, not very friendly people. But I am glad to say I was positively impressed! Prince George has been doing a great job hosting the Canada Winter Games. The city has been providing free bus rides, quality concerts free of charge and fireworks every night. Not to mention the thoughtful signs welcoming athletes placed all across the city, and the friendly vibe of locals and dozens of volunteers. The best part of it was that I could tell by people’s expressions that hosting such an event was important to them. People I spoke to seemed thrilled about the games and excited to have visitors from all over the country. Locals patiently took the time to give visitors directions, and were excited to talk about events in town (they even seemed happy to take my picture while I posed awkwardly in front of the Canada Winter Games torch). The music festival is also a good reflection of how the city is welcoming visitors. Although people were out in the cold watching the concerts (thank goodness it wasn’t -30 C), the crowd was still energized, giving performers a very warm welcome. One of the bands asked the crowd to jump sideways to their right for 30 seconds, then to their left, and then asked them to sit on the floor and sing along. Surprisingly, everybody did it (except for me, but someone had to post that video on You Tube). It’s definitely a great thing that Prince George is representing Northern B.C. so well, making sure all athletes and tourists are having a great experience, just like I did. But having the games in the city is certainly not great for everybody. While hotels and airlines are making extra cash, taxi drivers got the worst end of the deal with the free bus rides (I was told by a taxi driver). And two local girls are giving Northern B.C. lots of reasons to be proud. People in Burns Lake also have high expectations for Elise Dube, Lakes District Secondary School student. Elise is getting ready to shine in the second week of the games in the snowboarding competition. She will compete in parallel giant slalom on Tuesday Feb. 24, and snowboard cross on Feb. 28. Emily Dickson, who is originally from Burns Lake but has lived in Prince George for the last three years, earned four medals in the first week of the games. The talented teenager earned bronze, silver and two gold medals. Dickson took bronze in the 12.5 km biathlon event; silver in the 7.5 km female biathlon; gold in the biathlon 10 km pursuit; and the second gold in the female 3x6km relay race. Week one of the Canada Winter Games came to a close with a very successful performance from Team B.C., earning 41 medals. Team B.C. sits third in the medal count, three behind Ontario and two ahead of Alberta. Quebec leads the medal standings with 83 medals.
Last Week’s Question: Are you satisfied with the way people drive in Burns Lake? 75% No 25% Yes BURNS LAKE
LAKES DISTRICT NEWS
Distributed every Wednesday in the Lakes District
23-3rd Avenue, Box 309, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 • Telephone 250.692.7526 • Fax 250.692.3685 email: advertising@ldnews.net OR newsroom@ldnews.net
www.ldnews.net
SUBSCRIPTIONS: Local $40.10 (Seniors $31.00) • Outside local area $54.60 • USA $168.00 • International $313.50 ~ GST included Reproduction of contents either in part or in whole are not permitted without prior consent. Copyright Canada No. 22 Serial No. 132934 Publications Mail Registration No. 08675. PAP Registration No. 08675. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Your community newspaper
CMCA AUDITED
The B.C. government’s third straight budget surplus is the main battleground for provincial politicians this spring, with little else on the order paper to argue about. The main conflict is over the tax cut for the rich that results from removing a two-year surtax on personal income greater than $150,000 a year. It’s an outrage, says the NDP, starving our threadbare government services of more than $200 million over the next three years. NDP leader John Horgan set the tone in his reply to Finance Minister Mike de Jong’s budget speech: “I can appreciate that the minister was celebrating with the champagne-and-caviar set, but the rest of British Columbia saw $700 million in increased
fees and taxes on their backs.” Old news, de Jong replied. It was a two-year surtax on high-income earners to help get B.C. out of its post-recession red ink, and it expired as it was legislated to do. This political theatre doesn’t help people understand what’s actually going on. First, a lot of that red ink was B.C. Liberal blood from dismantling the harmonized sales tax and repaying Ottawa for that failed experiment. Second, this temporary tax on the rich was a political strategy by de Jong and Premier Christy Clark, limping into an election most expected them to lose. De Jong’s debut budget in February 2013 also accelerated a small increase in corporate income tax, stealing two populist planks from Adrian Dix’s NDP platform. Ending the surtax not only kept a promise, it kept B.C. competitive with Alberta on personal income taxes. High wage earners and many of their businesses are more mobile every year, which is why this year’s budget also extended tax breaks for high-tech and digital media companies. Another tweak in de Jong’s budget was to increase the low-income cutoff for personal income tax from $18,000 to $19,000. Those with the lowest incomes are relieved not only of income tax but also medical premiums, which continue to march up by another four per cent, and are mostly paid by employers. As with the federal election set for this fall, we will hear a lot about the burden on the vaguely defined “middle class.” In B.C. they have to dig deeper for car insurance, hydro, ferry rides and post-secondary tuition, while those tophatted champagne-sippers party on with their tax holiday? Well, not exactly. Here’s an assessment from Philip Cross, research co-ordinator at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and former chief economic analyst at Statistics Canada. Just after the 2013 B.C. election, Cross noted that Canada, its provinces, Europe and the United States have all been adjusting their tax systems to increase the load on wealthier people and ease it from the poor. This has closed the wage gap considerably in Canada. By 2010, the top 20 per cent of earners were paying 58.3 per cent of all income taxes. That’s up from 50 per cent in 1976, showing how long Canada’s income taxes have been “progressive.” This is the main reason why “income inequality,” that other great cause of the left, started leveling off in Canada around 1998. Cross points to measures like the low-income exemption from income tax. By 2013, the bottom 40 per cent of Canadian households were paying just 6.8 per cent of income taxes, and more than a third of income tax filers were paying none at all. Cross asks and answers the central question: Should the rich pay more? “If it’s a misinformed attempt to compensate for imaginary losses of low-income people, the answer is clearly no.”
Cast your vote this week:
Do you think council should have the increase in remuneration? To vote log on to www.ldnews.net
Publisher/Advertising: Laura Blackwell Editor: Flavio Sachett Nienow Legislative Reporter Black Press: Tom Fletcher Contributor: Hugh Neave Office Manager: Kim Piper Production Manager: Annamarie Douglas BC Press Council - Lakes District News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith,B.C. V9G 1A9. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
Lakes District News
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Coastal GasLink to engage local workforce during construction
Prime contractors will have to present local and Aboriginal participation plans Flavio Nienow
Coastal GasLink Pipeline Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of TransCanada PipeLines Limited, is proposing to develop a natural gas pipeline from northeast B.C., near Dawson Creek, to the west coast of B.C., near Kitimat, passing south of Burns Lake. In December 2014, Coastal GasLink signed agreements with Skin Tyee First Nation, Nee Tahi Buhn Band and Wet'suwet'en First Nation. Combined, the three bands will receive approximately $8.1 million out of the agreement. According to Jaime Croft, Spokesperson for TransCanada, Coastal GasLink will ensure that prime contractors are hiring locally. During construction, Coastal GasLink will oversee the prime contractors to ensure all objectives are met, including that every prime contractor has a local and Aboriginal participation plan that covers both contracting and employment. "We will monitor the implementation of these plans and require regular reports on implementation," said Croft. Coastal GasLink plans to select as many as three prime contractors. These will be large companies with international experience in pipeline construction. Prime contractors will be selected by the fall of 2015. Once the prime contractors have been awarded and the appropriate final
investment decisions and regulatory permits are in place, Coastal GasLink will take steps to introduce the prime contractors and engage the local workforce. The communications plan for advertising local contracting opportunities during construction has yet to be developed. However, Croft said local contracting opportunities will be advertised consistently through a number of channels. "Coastal GasLink representatives will continue to engage with Northern B.C. communities throughout construction to discuss the implementation of local and Aboriginal participation plans," said Croft. As a way to ensure Aboriginal participation in the project, Aboriginal business entities will hold a minimum 51 per cent share of the contracting companies. According to Croft, "clearing, camp management, security and medical" have been designated as Aboriginal contracting opportunities. "We expect that they [Aboriginal business entities] will often partner with other entities that have experience in these services," he said. The Coastal GasLink Pipeline project was first announced in June 2012; initial public engagement with municipalities and First Nations took place in the fall of 2012; in January 2014, TransCanada applied for an Environment Assessment (EA) certificate; the EA certificate was issued in October 2014 with 32 conditions. To proceed to construction, Coastal GasLink will also require a construction permit from the B.C. Oil and Gas Commission and a final investment decision from their customer, LNG Canada. "We hope to begin construction in 2016," said Croft. "The construction period of the pipeline is expected to take three and four years."
Lt. Governor to visit Burns Lake
Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia Judith Guichon will be in Burns Lake on Thursday Feb. 26 Flavio Nienow The Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia Judith Guichon will visit Burns Lake on Feb. 26, 2015. The itinerary of her
visit includes Decker Lake Elementary school, Babine Elementary-Secondary school, the Pines and the Royal Canadian Legion branch 50. Guichon will be ac-
companied by colonel James Hammond, Private Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor and Executive Director of Government House; inspector Dana Hart, Honorary Aide-
de-Camp; and corporal Mark Alexander, RCMP Driver. At 8:30 a.m., Guichon and her party will arrive at Decker Lake Elementary ...see GOVERNOR t P8
For all your real estate needs
Phone: 1-250-694-3719 cell: 1-250-692-9303 email:northernhomes@msn.com
If you want to sell or buy a home please think of
Marika Ramousch It would be my pleasure to work with you
www.northernpropertiesandhomes.com www.pristinetrophyproperties.com
Lakes District News
250-692-7526
www.ldnews.net
5
Support Burns Lake. Shop Local. Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce
Annual General Meeting ALL MEMBERS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND.
Wednesday March 4, 2015 Heritage Centre 7:00 pm GUEST SPEAKER:
Kim Haakstad will be speaking on behalf of Spectra Energy
LIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.
For more information contact the Chamber at 250-692-3773.
RRSP SEASON
I� H���
Deadline is March 2, 2015 Need to make an RRSP contribution or need an RRSP loan? Call me first...
Call Jean Marr Investors Group
to book your appointment today. Serving the Burns Lake & Houston areas
Jean Marr Investors Group, Consultant
Cell: (250) 691-1641 Fax: (250) 692-3685 jean.marr@investorsgroup.com 23 - 3rd Ave., Burns Lake 2430 Butler Ave. Houston
Investors Group Financial Services Inc.
Has your pellet stove had a hard winter? Call us for service or maintenance tips.
P Burns Lake 165 Francois Lake Dr. Phone: 1-250-692-7725
6
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Lakes District News
▼ LETTERS
Ode to the old Importance of Burns Lake hospital mineral sector Editor: Your rooms and halls are empty today, as all have moved across the way. To the new hospital where it stands, so new, so polished and so grand. So many memories your hold, many secrets that may never be told. Miracles of numerous births, souls ending their time on this earth. Doctors, nurses and other staff too, so many have work here in you. Times of laughter, times of gladness, times of miracles, times of sadness. You were the health centre for our town, and for the communities all around. Busy, busy, full to the brim, children, moms, babies and adults within. Your walls which were once so strong, will very soon be torn down. To make way for something new, some of us will feel very blue. Only the ghosts remain for a while, in some hearts may bring a smile. For all the good times within your spaces, as you make room for future times and places. Goodbye to the old Burns Lake hospital (with a tear in my eye). Leona Pedon
Editor: I was amused to read that in Chinese astrology the Year of the sheep combines with the element “wood” to foretell a favourable 2015 for “metal”. How this works is beyond me, but it’s definitely good news for B.C.’s mineral exploration sector which could really use a boost. The economic impact of mineral exploration is often overlooked owing to the fact that it is such a benign, almost unnoticed, low-impact activity. But it is a major contributor to the province’s bottom line and to the balanced budgets B.C. is envied for. When the mineral exploration sector is hurting it hurts everyone in B.C. So if the stars are aligning in favour of metal and mineral exploration in 2015 then I’m all for it and I can only say it is very, very welcome. Gung hay fat choy! Massimo Mandarino Coquitlam, B.C.
Have an Opinion? Write to the Editor! Letters should be brief and to the point, with a maximum of 300 words. We reserve the right to withhold from print any letters which may be libelous, racist or sexist, and may edit for brevity and clarity. Letters MUST include the signature of the letter writer, a mailing address and a phone number. Only the name will be reproduced in the newspaper. Send letters to: The Editor, Lakes District News, Box 309, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0. Fax to 250-692-3685 or email to newsroom@ldnews.net
Federal tax credits target LNG investment TOM FLETCHER The federal government is offering tax breaks for equipment and buildings for liquefied natural gas production. Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the tax breaks in Surrey Thursday with Industry Minister James Moore and three B.C. MPs. LNG producers will be granted capital cost allowances of 30 per cent on equipment and 10 per cent on buildings, which reduce their income tax to offset construction costs. The standard rate for capital cost allowance is eight per cent for equipment and six per cent for buildings. B.C. took a similar approach with its LNG income tax, offering credits on corporate income tax until initial plant investments are paid off. Premier Christy Clark welcomed the federal move, which she said B.C. has lobbied hard to get as international producers have delayed final investment decisions. She said the drop in oil prices has made the decision more difficult for big companies that get part of their revenue from oil, but B.C. is competitive on LNG.
"We're already more competitive than Australia," Clark said. "Our real main competition in the world is the U.S. and the west coast of North America." NDP natural gas critic Bruce Ralston said the front-end tax credits are the right approach to take, but the federal tax break doesn't change the economic conditions for B.C. trying to enter a global energy market. "Our objections are the same," Ralston said. "If LNG proponents want, as one proponent did, 70 per cent temporary foreign workers, and 70 per cent of the [greenhouse gas] emissions are not being counted, then we don't support the plan." David Keane, president of the BC LNG Alliance, said the federal decision is encouraging and the industry continues to work with First Nations and other local governments to develop.
ut our Check o le irresistib
APPY MENU!
PORK RIB BITS, CALAMARI, PRAWNS, STUFFED MUSHROOM CAPS, NACHOS, CHICKEN WINGS, POTATO SKINS, ZUCCHINI WEDGES & MORE! ~ Open 7 days a week ~
+ A KIDS MENU...
COME CHECK OUT OUR FAMILY SECTION! Hwy 16 • Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622 • Pub: 250-692-3078
ICY SIDEWALKS MAKE IT HARD FOR PHILIP Philip Daniels tried using the sidewalk in front of the Lakes Artisan Centre on Feb. 18, but could not proceed because of all the ice and snow. Daniels had to return and use the road instead. Drivers were slowing down when they saw him. Daniels said the sidewalks in FLAVIO NIENOW PHOTO Burns Lake are hardly ever in good conditions in the winter.
Job seekers
are online, are you? /localwork-bc
1.855.678.7833
@localworkbc
Lakes District News
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
www.ldnews.net
7
We service what we sell!! The Comfort Zone Flying Dutchman Service
101-1st Avenue, Burns Lake
250-692-3337
decker Lake
ading PosT Monday to Saturday Tr Open9:00am - 5:00pm ice cReam is Back!!
Full line of
waTeR & sePTic Tanks
Pictures & prints 25% off
new Beds & FRames Large Selection of
sTainless sTeel Royal alBeRT cookwaRe china
www.restwell.com
hunTinG knives
“Good Quality”
Tools
Gold Pans, Rock Picks & shovels
FuRniTuRe
oveR 8000 iTems... we dare you to come count them! 7390 Highway 16, Decker Lake 250-698-7686
PARENT/STUDENT MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 11TH, 2015 LDSS will be handing out course description booklets to students on Wednesday, March 11th during grade meetings. The booklets facilitate student course choices for their next school year.
Head shaving for travis Friends Zachary Bueckert (L) and Damon Brown (R) are getting their heads shaved to support Travis Mihalyi at Mulvaney’s Pub in Burns Lake. The two friends made a bet that the first person to get a haircut again has to pay the other $300. The fundraiser/silent auction for Mihalyi raised over $15,000 on Feb. 12, 2015, and the pub was packed with community members supporting the cause. Mihalyi was diagnosed with cancer in October 2014 and the community has come together since then to help him pay for the expensive treatment. You can still support Mihalyi by making a donation in his name at the Lakes District branch of the Bulkley Valley Credit Union. submitted photo
Recommendations were made by a review panel REMUNERATION from t P3 and sacrifice that council and mayor put into this [being on council]." Beach added that a remuneration increase could be a way to attract more candidates to run for council on upcoming elections. Councillor Susan Schienbein, on the other hand, said she had mixed feelings about this issue. "Instead of having a remuneration increase, I would prefer to learn about how to do a better job as a councillor," she said. "I would rather have more opportunities for professional development activities that would enhance my decision making and knowledge about policy and procedures." Councillor John Illes agreed with councillor Schienbein's comments, adding that he would still be motivated to run for council with the current compensation amounts. Strimbold said that back in 2011 the village council asked for an independent review committee for a reason, and he wouldn't want to see their work taken for granted. "The remuneration review committee came back with a recommendation, so in part of respecting some of the work and volunteer time that they contributed, it would be nice to follow through," said Strimbold. "It's also an independent advice; It's not us [council] asking for an increase, it's an independent group saying that our workload has increased and that this is what our remuneration should be." A motion was carried to increase council remuneration starting 2015. Present at the meeting were Mayor Luke Strimbold, councillors Christopher Beach, John Illes, Susan Schienbein and Kelly Holliday, as well as chief administrative officer Sheryl Worthing, clerk Cameron Hart and five other members of village staff.
The Burns Lake RCMP want to remind you that if you leave your vehicle unsecured for valuables in your vehicle you are leaving yourself vulnerable to have your vehicle broken into and items taken. The best practice is to always use an anti-theft device, remove your valuables including coins, electronics, bags, purses and medication. Always lock your doors and windows and remove your keys.
A parent and student meeting will take place in the library on Wednesday, March 11th at 6:00 pm for this year’s Grade 8 students and 6:30 pm for this year’s Grade 9, 10 and 11 students. It is important to know what each course is about, so we encourage parents to attend the evening meeting. It is important that students make informed course requests for the 2015-2016 school year as changes will be made only for compelling reasons. Students will be doing course selections online in our computer lab on March 17th and 18th.
ARE YOU DRIVEN TO VOLUNTEER?
BURNS LAKE AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SOCIETY
DO YOU HAVE 1-2 HOURS A WEEK TO SPARE?
The Burns Lake & District Community Foundation Society is able to offer a number of small grants for Lakes District community members in 2015.
We are looking for VOLUNTEERS to help seniors with non medical day-to-day tasks that will reduce isolation and support independence.
We have two funding programs: 1. The Dick and Marilyn Nourse Fund for youth initiatives 2. The Lakes Community Fund for community initiatives. Are you a
If you are interested in volunteering, the following services require volunteers: • Friendly visits • Yard Work • Grocery Shopping Assistance • Transportation/Drivers
LIVING Grant Application forms can beSENIOR picked upINDEPENDENTLY at the who could use a little extra help? Village of Burns Lake office.
If you are interested in volunteering - contact SHERI PEEBLES at 250 692 7577
Lakes District Community Services’
IADLat Services Applications must be dropped off the for Seniors program is here to help. Burns Lake Village office by 4:00pm March 27th, Call to book to register: 2015. Your application should clearly indicate in 250-692-7577 which fund you are interested. ARE YOU DRIVEN
TOwill VOLUNTEER? Preference be given to not for profit Lakes District Community Services Society DO YOU HAVE 1-2 HOURS organizations. A WEEK TO SPARE?
132—B Francois Lake Drive
PO Box 970 We are looking for District Community Foundation The Burns Lake and Burns Lake, BC VOJ IEO VOLUNTEER DRIVERS provide seniorstogether with supplementalpeople who Phone: Societyto brings care(250) about their 692 7577 transportation services to necessary Fax: (250) 692 3935 medical We appointments or community. are an independent, volunteerfor grocery shopping. E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca driven, charitable organization www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca and we are one of ADDITIONAL Volunteer positions available:community foundations with the partnering regional Volunteer Visitors Grocery Shopping Assistants Prince George Community Foundation. This project is made possible due to the support Yard Workers
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Foundation facilitates
of the IADL (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) Northern Project Team made up of representatives from:
The philanthropy, by partnering If you are interested contact Northern Health, Providence Health Care, the SHERI PEEBLES with donors to build permanent endowment funds& that Centre for Health Evaluation Outcomes 250 692 7577 Sciences, the University of BC School of Popfor further information.projects. We support community ulationprovide & Public Health, leadership UNBC School of Social Work & United Way of Northern BC. on issues of broad community concern.
for further information.
Volunteering with LDCSS’s IADL program is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in your community, be part of our team, share your experience, learn new skills and develop Lakes District Community lasting friendships”. Join our team today! Services’
Lakes District Community Services’ IADL Services for INSTRUMENTAL ACTIVITIES OF Seniors program is here to help. DAILY LIVING
Call to book or register: 250-692-7577
Services for SENIORS
Lakes District Community Services Society
Tel: 250 692 7577 Toll Free: 1 888 828 2056
132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Phone: (250) 692 7577 • E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca
www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca
8
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Thank you! The Glanville family would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of our family, friends, neighbours and the community at large for countless acts of kindness and caring. It is inspiring and gives strength to be surrounded with so many truly genuine people of solid character. The Glanville’s
Bill, Dan, Dana, Rex, Karen, Natasha, & Jay
Corner ommunity Forest
Lt. Governor in Burns Reducing Lake on Feb. 26 stigma from mental illness
ComFor Management Services Ltd.
Winter Donations Update ComFor Management Services Ltd. has contributed to various activities in our community this winter: • Omineca Ski Club, Spirit of the Lakes and Lakes Loppet Events • Tweedsmuir Park Rod & Gun Club, New Banquet Hall Tables • Burns Lake Figure Skating Club • 2015 Canada Winter Torch Relay Presentation • Burns Lake Snowmobile Club, Cold Smoke Drag Races • Burns Lake Minor Hockey Midgets team, Provincial Championships Over $80,326.20 was donated to service clubs, sports teams and events in the Lakes District last year. For more info on the community forest, call BL ComFor (250) 692-7724
Submitted photo
Judith Guichon was sworn-in as the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia on Nov. 2, 2012. Guichon will be visiting schools, the Pines, and Royal Canadian Legion branch 50 on Feb. 26, 2015. GOVERNOR from t P5
school where they will
Roots, western and folk music from Alberta, in the tradition of John Prine and Steve Earle!
meet with Mayor Luke Strimbold, school principal Vincent Hewgill and Charlene Seguin, Superintendent of School District 91 Nechako Lakes. Guichon will speak about the role of the Lt. Governor and students will have the opportunity to ask her questions. At 10 a.m., Guichon and her party, ac-
companied by Mayor Strimbold, will arrive at Babine ElementarySecondary school. They will be met by Louise Lacerte, Language and Culture Coordinator; Monty Palmantier, Education Manager; Wilf Adam, Lake Babine Nation Chief; and Bessie West, Educational Portfolio. Guichon will be speaking to students and answering their questions. At 11 a.m., Guichon will arrive at the Pines where she is expected to have tea and mingle with the seniors and guests. At noon, the Lt. Governor will be having lunch with the veterans at the Royal Canadian Legion branch #50. War veteran Alan Blackwell will be congratulated by the Lt. Governor for receiving the highest appreciation given by the Congress of the United States - the congressional gold medal. Blackwell earned the medal for his time serving in the First Special Service Force during World War Two, but was not able to attend the ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 3, 2015, due to health reasons. At 1:30 p.m., the Lt. Governor will depart for Vanderhoof.
Did you know? •Texting while driving is equal to driving after drinking 4 beers. •You are 23 times more likely to crash. •5 Seconds of texting at 80 KMS per hour is 300 ft of missed road. •28% of accidents are text related. •11 teens are killed every day from texting while driving.
FULL SERVICE
and The Blue Collars Sunday evening, March 8 , 2015 th
7:30 pm LDSS MPR
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.
johnworthannam.com
presented by:
ARTS
at the pump and
FRIENDLY SERVICE at the counter!
Everyone welcome We have the LOWEST FUEL PRICES in town!
Convenience Store
LAKES DISTRICT
COUNCIL
Lakes District News
www.lakesdistrictarts.com
Tickets on sale now at: LDFC Printing and Stationery, Lakes Artisan Centre and at the door. $17.00 adults $12.00 seniors, students, youth
Live entertainment. Sparks are flying. Catch some! Advertising partially sponsored by LD News
with a range of everyday items such as groceries, toiletries, pop, candy, tobacco products, and newspapers.
819D Center Street, Burns Lake
250-692-3901
Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-11pm Sat 8am-11pm, Sun: 9am-9pm Holidays: 9am-9pm
Everyone is welcome to purchase gas at our store!
Dr. David Smith
When a child or teenager is diagnosed with a serious illness like cancer or organ failure, friends and neighbours often drop off casseroles or ask how they can help. The community rallies around the affected family to buoy them with support in their time of need. Not so —at least until now — when the diagnosis is a mental health issue. In fact, parents often say that their journey through the medical system, education, and social services, as well as society at large, with a child or youth with a mental health issue is one of the most lonely, isolating and emotionally difficult they have ever faced. "My daughter's struggle with severe depression was more difficult for me than my husband's sudden death," said one mother, who is a family representative in the Interior's Child and Youth Mental Health Collaborative. "After he died, people brought food, came by to watch my kids, let me cry and talk. When my daughter got ill, people stayed far away, but I needed more support than ever." Keli Anderson, co-founder of The F.O.R.C.E Society for Mental Health (families organized for recognition and care equality) knows that experience well. Her young son began showing behavioural problems and mental health issues 22 years ago at the age of five, which turned out to be very early-onset bipolar disorder. Anderson felt shamed, blamed and completely on her own to navigate confusing and uncompassionate systems and an indifferent society. So the B.C. mother along with another mother facing the same challenges started The F.O.R.C.E. (forcesociety.com) to provide support, information, understanding and advocacy for families with children and youth with mental health issues. One of their popular and very helpful programs is the "parent In residence" and "youth in residence" positions in various regions, staffed by individuals with lived experience in child and youth mental health who help those just encountering the system, or any way along their journey. Thanks to the work of organizations like The F.O.R.C.E — which truly has become a force in B.C. for family support and advocacy. Fortunately, the unnecessary stigma that has surrounded mental illness for decades is finally beginning to lessen. An increasing number of articulate, compassionate and public individuals are coming forward to tell their personal stories of life with a mental illness. Public individuals like Olympic athlete Clara Hughes, CBC radio host Sheilagh Rogers, actress Catherine Zeta Jones, and comedian Robin Williams have all raised awareness and understanding, and reduced stigma to unprecedented levels. Youth, too, are coming forward in schools and communities to share their experiences and help others make the path less isolating. This growing openness and recognition is helping all of us understand that mental illness touches us all and that fostering mental wellness is a task for every one of us. The Child and Youth Mental Health and Substance Use Collaborative has received funding through to 2016 and is determined to make the experience for youth and families much more timely, efficient, effective and less isolating. While we still have a ways to go, with increased education and awareness, better integration of services, more family support and advocacy, as well as reduced levels of stigma, the future is growing ever brighter for children, youth and families experiencing mental health issues.
Lakes District News
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
www.ldnews.net
9
By shopping local you support local people. PERRY’S
X-COUNTRY
AUTO CENTRE 1411 Miller Road (Left(Left Off Babine LakeLake Road) 1411 Miller RoadNorth North Off Babine Road)
FULL AUTO SERVICE CENTRE SUSPENSION • • • • • •
& FRONT END
BRAKES JOSH PERRY, OWNER SUSPENSION FRONT Call END EXHAUST FULL AUTO SERVICE CENTRE TUNE-UP FULL WINTER/ SUMMER SERVICE • RE AND RE ENGINES JOSH PeRRy, OwNeR & TRANSMISSIONS Call 250-692-4203 • DIESEL PERFORMANCE
250-692-4203
• PERFORMANCE PARTS - GAS & DIESEL • LIFT KITS - CUSTOM BUILDS • WELDING • CUSTOM RIMS - ALL BRANDS PINKSHIRTDAY.CA • LIGHT DUTY FABRICATING “Make- OFF Some ROAD BUMPERS ETC. Noise Against • SNOW PLOWING
bulkley valley credit union donates tv The Lakes District branch of the Bulkley Valley Credit Union (BVCU) donated a 42-inch flat screen TV with a three-year warranty to the residents of the Pines in Burns Lake. The Pines’ previous TV in the sunshine room had broken, so BVCU bought a new one. The TV was delivered personally by BVCU employee Halley Finch and branch manager Sandy Doré on Feb. 20, 2015. (L-R): Bob Carby, resident at the Pines; Linda Oke, recreation therapist for the Pines; Halley Finch, BVCU employee; Sandy Doré, branch manager at BVCU; Vicky Rensby, home and community care manager for the Pines; and Tom Panrucker, resident at the Pines. Flavio Nienow photo
Are town hall meetings worth the investment?
TAX
TIPS & TRAPS
Bullying!”
“A Challenge Today Is Knowledge For Tomorrow”
School District 91 Nechako Lakes
153 E. Connaught St. Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0
Contributing to an RRSP March 2, 2015 is the deadline for contributing to an RRSP for the 2014 tax year.
Age limit for contributing to an RRSP December 31 of the year you turn 71 years of age is the last day you can make a contribution to your RRSP. Generally, an RRSP must mature by the last day of the year in which you turn 71. On maturity, the funds must be withdrawn, transferred to a RRIF, or used to purchase an annuity. There are no immediate tax implications when amounts are transferred to a RRIF or used to purchase an annuity. However, if funds are withdrawn from your RRSP, tax will be withheld and the amount withdrawn has to be included in your income for the year in which it is withdrawn. You can contribute to an RRSP under which your spouse or common-law partner is the annuitant until the end of the year your spouse or common-law partner turns 71.
How much can I contribute and deduct? Generally, the amount you can contribute to your RRSPs or your spouse or common-law partner’s RRSPs, for a given tax year without tax implications is determined by your RRSP deduction limit, this amount can be found on your 2013 notice of assessment. This is often called your “contribution room.” Amounts that you contribute above this limit may be considered excess contributions (over-contributions).
Flavio Nienow photo
Village staff and council discussed the budget and answered questions from community members during the 2015 town hall meeting. The event took place at the Vineyard Church in Burns Lake on Jan. 29 and included the presence of 14 community members. that number came down to 16. And in 2015, that Flavio Nienow While staff and council of the Village of Burns Lake recognize the importance of hearing feedback from the community, the format of the annual town hall meetings might need some rethinking. The town hall meetings give residents a chance to address their concerns face-to-face with councillors and village staff in a round-table format. Burns Lake has held three town hall meetings so far. In 2013, there were 40 people present. In 2014,
number was even lower, 14. The 2015 town hall meeting cost tax payers $3100. Out of the total amount, $2870 were used for paying village staff (preparing posters, agenda and power-point presentations; attending meetings with council to prepare presentations; taking minutes, etc.); posters explaining the proposed budget cost $100; snacks served during the meeting cost $30; and the rent of the facility cost $100. Prior ...see TOWN HALL
t P14
For more info see our website:
www.mcphailcga.com
Your RRSP deduction limit is the amount of RRSP contributions that you can deduct on your tax return for a given year.
Box 597, 321 Highway 16, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0
Phone: 250-692-7595 Certified General Accountant
Fax: 250-692-3872 email: mcphail@mcphailcga.com www.mcphailcga.com
10
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
ity Builde n u m m rs o C
Lakes District News
Brought to you by your MLA John Rustad
Pioneers
Courageous Battles
Athletes
Achieving
Serving the communities of... Burns Lake
Human Interest
Featuring the spirit of the local people
Burns Lake girls make their hometown proud
Emily Dickson earned bronze, silver and two gold medals in week one of the Canada Winter Games Flavio Nienow Burns Lake has high hopes for local resident Elise Dube, who is getting ready to snowboard at the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George. Dube will compete in parallel giant slalom on Tuesday Feb. 24, and snowboard cross on Feb. 28. Also making Northern B.C. proud is Emily Dickson, who is originally from Burns Lake. The 17-year-old won four medals in the first week of the Canada Winter Games. Dickson first took the podium on Feb. 15 for a bronze medal in the 12.5 km biathlon event. She then won a silver medal on Feb. 17 in the 7.5 km female biathlon. And if that wasn’t enough, she took the gold in the biathlon 10 km pursuit on Feb. 18, and another gold medal in the female 3x6km relay race. Dickson told [i] Lakes District News [/i] that the Canada Winter Games have been an amazing experience for her. “I am so excited that I can share these medals with the rest of B.C.,” she said. Dickson was fast on her skis on Feb. 17, excelling at the shorter sprint distance and moving a step up the podium from her result earlier in the games. “My race on Tuesday [Feb. 17] was similar to Sunday [Feb. 15] where I did well in my first time in the range in the prone position,” she explained. “My skiing was solid but I had a few issues with my standing shooting so I had to push hard and ski it off.” In biathlon, competitors who miss targets are penalized by adding extra laps to their race. Dickson, who is known to be a fast skier, used the penalty to her advantage, skiing hard and landing in second place. “I am just so thrilled and excited,” she said after winning the silver medal. “I am so proud of my teammates and all of the B.C. girls today. Everyone had a solid day with great results.” The talented teenager attends the Canadian Sport School in Prince George, where she has lived for the past three years. The hometown advantage helped calm Dickson’s nerves and made for a memorable Canada Winter Games experience. “It was a very cool atmosphere here with family and friends and teammates cheering me on,” she said. After completing her first race on Feb. 15, Dickson had more than an hour to wait for the final skiers to finish and the results to be posted. “I knew I was close but there was quite a bit of suspense waiting so when I heard the news I certainly felt relieved but also so excited.” Team B.C. has a delegation of 348 athletes, coaches, managers, and mission staff representing British Columbia at the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George, February 13 to March 1.
flavio nienow photo
Lakes District Secondary School student Elise Dube waits for the train to Prince George on Feb. 20, 2015. Dube will be competing at the Canada Winter Games in parallel giant slalom on Tuesday Feb. 24, and snowboard cross on Feb. 28.
submitted photo
Mayor Luke Strimbold congratulates Emily Dickson after she won her first gold medal at the 2015 Canada Winter Games. Dickson earned the first gold medal in the biathlon 10 km pursuit on Feb. 18. Dickson took the podium on three other occasions in week one.
John Rustad, MLA Nechako Lakes
Box 421 183 First Street, Vanderhoof Tel: 250-567-6820 Fax: 250-567-6822
Toll Free: 1-877-964-5650 Email: john.rustad.mla@leg.bc.ca Website: www.johnrustadmla.bc.ca
Lakes District News
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
$7.3 million revitalization
11
Burns Lake Automotive
SCHOOL from ▼ P2
School District 91 Nechako Lakes committed $2 million. Before the revitalization project took place, students had been using the same facility for over 40 years. “It was an older facility that hadn’t got any renovations and it was due for an upgrade,” vice-principal Dylan Watt told Lakes District News. The kindergarten to grade 12 school opened its doors in 1967 to accommodate Granisle’s then rapidly growing population. At one point, the school had approximately 500 students. Given declining enrolment rates and the building’s deteriorating condition, newly designed modular classrooms were determined as the best solution to revitalize the school. Modular classrooms feature “a bright, open design with high ceilings and windows for plenty of natural light,” according to a press release from the Ministry of Education. In
1183
1519
$
$
Loosens rust, seized parts, nuts and bolts with ease. Compatible with all metals, plastics, alloys, and rubber. Non-Toxic. Part # 11014
Acid replacement Aluminum brightener and cleaner. Removes oxidization and rises free to reveal original luster. Part # 77816
3214
$ 63
8
Specially formulated to clean aluminum wheels, vehicles, and trailers. Effectively removes dirt, oils, welding soot, corrosion, and oxide films.
For Marine, Heavy Duty Fleet, Automotive, and Equipment exposed to salt spray. Use on any surface in contact
$
Part #27720
Part #78104
FIBERGLASS REPAIR KIT
For Structural Fiberglass Repairs. Kit includes: fiberglass resin, hardener, mixing sticks, and fiberglass cloth.
SUBMITTED PHOTO
Granisle’s Babine Elementary-Secondary School (BESS) students paint samples of how the walls of their new school will look like. With 26 students enrolled, BESS is receiving a $7.3 million upgrade. contrast to portables, modular classrooms are a more permanent solution to providing school space and have a designed 40-year life span. Demolition of the original building started
in the fall of 2013, and the new modular classes arrived during the summer of 2014. The modern new building will also be equipped with computers, Wi-Fi and smart boards. Students and staff
have already moved to a new part of the building and, according to Madhok, the remaining projects will not interfere with day-to-day operation of the school or the learning of students.
3754
$
GELCOTE PASTE KITS
3989
$
Everything you need for brushing or fine detailing finishes. Kit Includes: 250 mL liquid Gelcote, hardener, mixing sticks, and brush (in clear).
Part #1022
Your parts SO store with
E! MUCH MOR
Part #1031
98 Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Hwy 16, Fraser Lake
2
250-692-7565 250-699-8990
Battle of the Giants The Valley’s 2 largest auto dealers go toe to toe.
f r o ms s e Rat low a as
0%
Tho Save usa nd s
With these deals, you are the Winner!
Ends February 28 th
vs $50
from every vehicle sold goes to the new Maternity Ward at the Bulkley Valley Regional Hospital
TODAY TOMORROW TOYOTA
1-800-665-3151
1-866-844-6723
Free TV
with every vehicle purchase over $5000 !
12
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
t SPORTS
Lakes District News
Successful weekend for Burns Lake
2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE LS • 51,502 km • I-4 CYL • Manual trans.
Submitted photos
15,990 R2401 Call SMP at 1-800-665-3151
$
Sullivan Motor Products Ltd. Highway 16, Houston www.sullivangm.com ...Northwest’s Largest Volume Dealer for a Reason!!
PLAYERS
OF THE WEEK
ay Bryce Gr Receive a FREE
e
sterk Kaja Ke
SKATE SHARPENING courtesy of
DS N’ WATER WOO
OWNED AND OPERATED BY LOCAL AVID OUTDOORSMAN
Sports and Recreation 870 Highway 16 West • woodsnwater@telus.net
Phone: 250-692-4842
Buy a Pink Shirt at London Drugs or pinkshirtday.ca to support anti-bullying programs in BC.
Top photo: The Burns Lake Bantams took the first place in the North West District Zone playoffs after beating the Fraser Lake Hawks in two games over the weekend. The games took place at the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena in Burns Lake on Feb. 21. Burns Lake beat Fraser Lake 6-3 in the first game, and 9-4 in the second game. Now the Burns Lake boys are off to the Tier 4 Bantam Provincial Championship from March 14 to 20 in Fraser Lake. Bottom photo: The LDSS Lakers have just returned victorious from the North Central Senior Girls “A” Basketball Zone Championships. The games took place in Valemount, B.C. The Lakers defeated the eight year defending champions, the Cedars Christian Eagles from Prince George, with a final score of 67-57. The team will now be heading to Lumby for the Senior Girls “A” Provincial Championships.
PINK SHIRT DAY.CA PRESENTED BY
Rec Corner
Burns Lake 5! Kraft Hockeyville 201 minated Burns Lake has been no 15. for Kraft Hockeyville 20 ere
ntest is wh The Kraft Hockeyville co can win up a community in Canada grades. This to $100,000 in arena up to enter and contest is free for anyone and Village The Village of Burns Lake support Recreation ask for your g our rin in this contest by sha , and photos and posts online tagram ins tagging your twitter or with: #khv_burnslakehockey,
#khv_goburnslake2015, #khv_burnslake2015
The Omineca Ski Club invites you to the Lakes Loppet Sunday, March 1 starting at 10:00 a.m. For more info see: www.ominecaskiclub.ca
Along with taking part in arena and rec centre activities. March 14th KHV will choose the top 10 communities to vote on. Any community selected in the top 10 will receive $25,000 in arena upgrades so please continue supporting your community.
Remember! The more support we get, the more attention we get, the more likely we are to be nominated, the more likely we are to win so please continue to support us! 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
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #50 Darts on Tuesdays, Crib on Thursdays. Call 250-
692-3232 for more info.
Lakes District News
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
www.ldnews.net
13
t entertainment
Cinderella enchants Burns Lake
CURLY TEMPLE HAIR SALON Visit our fully qualified stylists for cutting and styling, colour services, up-styles for special occasions, tanning, facial waxing, ear piercing and hair tattoos.
Haircare for the entire family. Open Monday to Saturday.
Call 250-692-7687
to book an appointment or drop in at #23 3rd Ave. Also follow us on Facebook at “Curlytemple Hairsalon” to watch for special offers and promotions!
THE ANNUAL
Mother Millie Garage Sale Saturday February 28th, 2015 10am-3pm Lakeview Mall
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.
Advertising partially sponsored by LD News
flavio Nienow photos
Ballet Jorgen Canada presented a full-staged and costumed production of the fairy tale opera Cinderella in Burns Lake. The innovative version of the classic fairy tale brought humour through dancing and delighted the public. A full house enjoyed the high-quality performance at the Lakes District Secondary School on Feb. 22, 2015.
INSTRUMENTAL ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING INSTRUMENTAL (IADL) Services for Seniors Visiting
S
Please join us
L
Lehar’s enchanting operetta, starring the great Renée Fleming, who captivates all of Paris... Live in HD!
H
March 1 at 3:00 pm ight ousekeeping ervices ACTIVITIES OF for a FREE SHOWING of the movie A contracted housekeeper will friendly visitor program helps DAILY LIVING SERVICES FOR SENIORS The perform light housekeeping isolated and vulnerable seniors in services. the communi ty “Irreplaceable” establish a This program for offers Services Seniors at the Beacon Theatre supportive connection to enhance support services Housekeeping services may This program offers support the quality of their lives through Include: dusting, sweeping, spotto help seniors with services to help seniors with friendly visits. A weekly visit from a cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, non-medical non-medical day-to-day tasks, volunteer can take place in the changing beds, laundry, kitchen day-to-day tasks. making it easier for them to stay in home, out in the community or via their own homes, remain ELIGIBILITY independent, socialize and stay • 65 years or older connected to their community.
st
E ligibility SERVICES AVAILABLE
Seasonal Assistance
Transportati on •Living independently
Assistance with raking leaves, mow-
• Living independently • Resides in Burns Lake
•65 years or older Friendly visits
Light Yard Work / Snow Shoveling
• Housekeeping ing lawns, pruning and maintaining Resides in Burns Lake • Grocery Shopping safe outdoor spaces. Clearing of walkways and driveways of snow • Light yard work / snow removal To REGISTER ervices vailable and ice in the winter months • Informati on / Referral Services or to BOOK provides a safe and secure home Friendly visits • Transportation for services FEE FOR SERVICE environment. Housekeeping • Grocery Shopping Services are provided FREE by please contact Light yard work / snow removal with the excepti on of (250) 692 7577 volunteers Information / Referral Services rocery hopping light housekeeping.
S
A
G
The Merry Widow
and bathroom cleaning.
telephone.
S
Music: Franz Lehár Libretto: Viktor Léon and Leo Stein
Transportation
Monday evening, March 9th, 2015 6:30 pm sharp at The Beacon Theatre
Volunteer drivers are able to Tickets available at the door: all tickets $12.00 offer transport to & from medical appointments that The great Renée Fleming stars as the beguiling femme fatale who captivates all of can not be Paris in Lehár’s enchanting operetta, seen in a new staging by Broadway virtuoso accommodated director and choreographer Susan Stroman. Stroman and her design team of Julian by the Rambler’s Crouch and costume designer William Ivey Long have created an art-nouveau setting that climaxes with singing and dancing grisettes at the legendary Maxim’s. Nathan Tuesday / Thursday schedule. Gunn co-stars as Danilo, and Kelli O’Hara is Valencienne. Sir Andrew Davis conducts.
I
nformation Services Transportation to and from the Presented by: Lakes District for ervice grocery store and assistance Senior’s Resource Guide (Gov) Community Services Society IRREPLACEABLETHEMOVIE.COM carrying / putting groceries away. Services are provided free by
Fee
S
Senior’s Groups / Services
132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake
volunteersPhone: with(250) the692exception sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca 7577 • E-mail:of light housekeeping where fees www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca are based on a sliding scale according to individual income level.
Brought to you by the: First Mennonite, Island Gospel, Pentecostal, Public Guardian / Trustee Grocery delivery may&Burns be Lake Community churches Living Waters, Grassy Plains arranged with advance Local Resource Guide notice. PLUS much more
Ladies Shopping Night Out Saturday, Feb. 28 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Lakes District Secondary School. Free admission.
and
Burns Lake, BC
ARTS
LAKES DISTRICT
COUNCIL
Advertising partially sponsored by LD News
2015 Lakes District Music and Speech Arts Festival March 10 - 21 with a gala honours concert on Sat., Mar. 21. For more info call Lois at 250 695-6699.
to REGISTER or to BOOK for services please contact (250) 692 7577
14
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Lakes District News
t community
Score Board
Village of Burns Lake is considering other options to increase public attendance and reduce costs
DECKER LAKE WHIST - February 18, 2015
Ladies 1st: Grace Ramnes 146 Ladies 2nd: Karen Dueck 145 Men’s 1st: Pete Hiebert 149
Men’s 2nd: Doug Rowland 143 Low Score: Ed Martens 114 Door Prize: Eric Schroeder
LEGION SENIORS CRIB - February 19, 2015
1st: Al Pederson
2nd: Alvina Eaken
3rd: Diane Killman
Bring your scores to LD News before 12 noon Fridays to be included on the Score Board.
Scoreboard proudly sponsored by:
BURNS LAKE
LAKES DISTRICT NEWS www.ldnews.net
23 - 3rd Ave. Burns Lake, BC
250-692-7526
TOWN HALL from t P9
advertising@ldnews.net
It’s your birthday We gon’ party like it’s yo birthday chamber of commerce week
Happy Birthday Flavio Love from all your friends
Kelly Holliday, president of the Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce, speaks during the chamber’s open house event at the Heritage Centre on Feb. 16, 2015. The event’s guest speakers included Krystin St. Jean, Economic Development Officer for the Village of Burns Lake; Ruby Mastro, Coordinator of the Burns Lake Citizens on Patrol; and Corrine Swenson, Regional Manager of Economic Development for the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako. The open house event was part of the chamber of commerce week, celebrated annually during the third week of February in B.C. Flavio Nienow photo
THE OMINECA SKI CLUB invites you to the
LAKES LOPPET
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.
OMINECA SKI CLUB 3242 Ski Club Road (6 km south of Burns Lake on Hwy 35) Box 1008, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0
www.ominecaskiclub.ca
Come and share with us the magic of cross country skiing!! Advertising partially sponsored by LD News
A great time to get together with friends and see what our many local small businesses have to offer.
Ladies
Shopping Night Out
Saturday, February 28th 3:00-8:00pm Lakes District Secondary School
Multi-vendor event... Lots of great prizes to be given away! Free Admission
A Concession provided by LDSS
Your support is greatly appreciated!
During a budget meeting on Feb. 17, 2015, village staff asked council to consider the cost of holding these town hall meetings against its benefits. A village staff report suggested changing the format or timing of the meetings to encourage participation of the public and reduce costs. Formats suggested by staff included hosting the event in the summer at Spirit Square, offering door prizes, hosting the event at the Lakeside Multiplex, serving dinner at the event or combining the town hall meeting with some other event such as the annual fall fair. The most recent town hall meeting was held at the Vineyard Church on Jan. 29, 2015. Among the feedback that the village received from the public is that repaving the roads in Burns Lake should be a top priority, specially Eighth Avenue and its sidewalks. During the town hall meeting, there were questions from the public regarding the water discolouration that people in Burns Lake experience. Staff explained that fixing that issue could cost the village $5 million. It was also suggested during the meeting that the tree on Gilgan Drive near the post office can cause dangerous visibility issues for drivers. Some community members felt that it was important to find ways to promote minor hockey as enrolment numbers are dwindling. Other community members proposed using solar panels on the roof of the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena to reduce energy costs. Community members also asked for youth programs to be expanded at the Lakeside Multiplex, and for the village to have a golf course. Also discussed during the town hall meeting was the idea of placing promotional highway signs outside of Prince George and Smithers, attracting more people to Burns Lake. Council did not make a decision to change the format of the town hall meetings during the budget meeting of Feb. 17. Instead, council decided to bring this topic back for discussion at a later date.
The YES offers an experience that will change your life forever.
Pet of the Week The first stray of 2015 arrived at the shelter. He is a “doll”, even (photo credit Denise Stewart) though reserved, he has immense love to give and is very friendly. BOOTS is a male/ neutered and medium-haired cat. For more adoption details, please call 250-692-7476. Advertising donated by LD News
Burns Lake Veterinary Clinic Ltd.
Looking for a
summer adventure?
The Yes offers Roots programs for 14-16 year olds and Pathways programs for 16-18 year olds. Expand your leadership and team building skills while canoeing, hiking, swimming and connecting with youth from around the province.
Registration fee of $675 for the week at camp as well as an additional $650 toward travel expenses will be paid by Bulkley Valley Credit Union to the successful applicant.
For more information about this empowering opportunity by the Yes Camp, please visit www.theyes.ca or call Sandy at the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, Burns Lake Branch
250-692-7761
Fountain Road, Burns Lake • Phone: 250-692-7476
Mother Millie Garage Sale Sat., Feb 28: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Mall. For more info call the BL Vet Clinic at 250-692-7476.
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
Lakes District News
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Church Directory
TIME FOR AN OIL CHANGE? Factory recommended service interval for changing your oil and oil filter is typically once every 5,000 kms. Call for an appointment today...
FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH
Eagle
Kerr Road, Burns Lake
Sunday School for all ages and Worship Service at 10:30am
Automotive Center ICBC Accredited Collision Repair Shop
Phone: 250-692-3805
Pastor Steve Swires 250-692-3259
Highway 16 West, Burns Lake, B.C.
Coff ee Corner Shine Puzzle Pages JANITORIAL PERFECT
24 Hour Service Complete Commercial/ Residential/Industrial Janitorial Service All Floors, Carpets, Windows, Upholstery, made like new
Sudoku
Branch #50
RATING: INTERMEDIATE
New Hours...
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
the Legion will now be open
Fridays and Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.
Call Branislav 250-692-1812
Meat Draws every Saturday at 3:15
The newly renovated
Omineca Ski
Club Day Lodge for meetings, conferences and events.
Crossword
Answers in classifieds
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.
To book a rental: please contact
Joan & Jeff Ragsdale
250-692-0093 website:
www.ominecaskiclub.ca
NEED FIRE STARTER?
We have bundles of newspapers for sale.
2
$
/bundle
Royal Canadian Legion
Answers in classifieds
Competitive Prices and Contract Rates available
IS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL
CLUES ACROSS 1. Centralized mailing compartment 4. Small argument 8. Latin for “hail” 9. Semicircular headdress 10. Hole plug 12. Primp 13. A spontaneous motivation 14. Don’t know when yet 16. Portable computer screen material 17. Conform 19. Yoruba 20. Wings 21. Tar Hill State
15
25. Hard, durable wood 26. Pallid 27. Pabir language 29. Not crazy 30. Word element meaning ear 31. Hill (Celtic) 32. “Dangerous Liaisons” actor 39. Space between 2 points 41. Arbitrageur 42. 3rd or 4th Islamic month 43. Assistance 44. Manuscripts (abbr.) 45. In a way, soaks 46. Synovial knee
syndrome 48. 2nd cervical vertebra 49. State of sudden fright 50. Snakelike fish 51. Each of 4 Hindu ages 52. Point midway between S and SE CLUES DOWN 1. Relating to New Guinea 2. Carry to excess 3. Alms solicitor 4. Title of respect 5. Spanish saffron dish 6. Betel palm genus
7. Petter ____, Nordic combined skier 9. Yearly tonnage (abbr.) 11. Clan division 14. Referee declares 15. Rampart 18. “Big” actor’s initials 19. Noah’s boat 20. Diarist __ Frank 22. Luminous celestial ring 23. Famous motor club 24. 007’s creator 27. A timely blessing 28. UTHealth (abbr.) 29. Roman Helios 31. Check 32. Making of a worn-out vicious horse 33. Wife 34. An alternative 35. Spanish unit of length 36. Wild goats 37. Municipalities 38. Bother or harass 39. Excessively sentimental 40. Middle Eastern dish 44. Waterproof raincoat 47. Former OSS
with all proceeds from the meat draws going to the Lakes District Senior Citizen’s Housing Association
Friday Night Dinners... February 27th
Steak Night
Darts Tuesday Crib Thursday as usual
If you love your freedom, thank a Veteran. Support your local Legion. “Members and bona fide guests welcome”
NEW HOURS: Tues - Thurs: 4-8pm Fri & Sat: 2-8pm
email: rcl50@live.ca Phone: 250-692-3232
BUY
THIS SPACE FOR
15/week
$
Call Today 250-692-7526 BURNS LAKE
LAKES DISTRICT NEWS
Island Gospel Fellowship Gerow Island, Highway 35
Sunday Morning Worship Service begins @ 10:30 am Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551
Grassy Plains Gospel Church Sunday Service: 10:45 am 250-694-3753 (Church)
IMMACULATA Catholic Church
248 - 3rd Ave. • 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 President Moore 250-695-6654 Hwy 35 & Francois Lake • 250-695-6316
Everyone Welcome
OLD LANDMARKS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP At Muriel Mould Primary School
SUNDAY, 10:30 AM Contact: Roland & Lisa Cataford 250-692-9196 ~Everyone Welcome ~
ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH 136 - 4th Avenue, Burns Lake
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
LIVING WATERS CHURCH 766 Mulvaney Crescent, Burns Lake
Please come and fellowship with us on:
Sunday at 11:00am Tuesday at 7:00 pm Saturday at 7:00 pm
email: Jameskt@telus.net • James Kim 250-692-0031 PAOC
16
www.ldnews.net
Coffee Corner
Len Klassen Satellites
Puzzle Pages Horoscopes
SALES – SERVICE – INSTALLATIONS
Week of February 25 - March 3rd
th
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20: Stay put for a while, Pisces. Now is not a good time to make changes. Stick with what has been working for the time being.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22: Virgo, you may be emotionally invested in a cause or a belief, but you cannot expect everyone to share your passion. Give others room to form their own opinions.
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20: Your fears are the only things holding you back this week, Aries. Confidence is all you need to move forward, so take some initiative and you will be glad you did.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23: Your ambition takes you on a few adventures this week, Libra. Keep an open mind, and these excursions will prove all the more valuable down the road.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21: You cannot outmaneuver karma, Taurus. You will reap what you sow this week, so remain positive and things will ultimately work out in your favor.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22: This week may mark a turning point in your love life, Scorpio. Enjoy taking this next step and make the most of all of the new experiences you share together in the days to come.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: Gemini, do your best to prevent distractions from getting to you or affecting your performance at work. You can overcome these distractions if you just stay focused. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: Certain responsibilities require all of your attention this week, Cancer. Set aside some time to tackle these tasks one at a time, and you will be done before you know it. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23: Circumstances may shift without warning, Leo. It pays to have a backup plan available so you can make any necessary adjustments. Think on your feet.
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
Word Search
Lakes District News
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: Take charge of your goals this week, Sagittarius. Many of your goals are worthwhile endeavors that can be achieved through a combination of commitment and hard work. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Capricorn, plan an excursion or a get-together with friends before boredom sets in. This will give everyone a chance to reconnect and engage in some lighthearted fun.
Repairs on all types of Satellites Authorized Dealer: Shaw Direct Galaxy Broadband Internet
Ph. 250-692-7314 or Cell 250-251-0198 lklassensat@telus.net
enovo Superfish Vulnerability 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
Extra software on your new computer is hardly surprising. Be it a free, short term trial or a few website shortcuts on your desktop, most of this software is harmless. At least, it usually is. Recently Lenovo admitted that the company had “messed up badly” by installing a supposed web browser shopping supplement called Superfish Visual Discovery. This program was included on certain E, Flex, G, Miix, S, U, Y, Yoga, and Z-series notebook models sold between September 2014 and February 2015. Superfish was purported to be a simple shopping aid, but concerns over security vulnerabilities has lead Lenovo to reclassify it as a high severity security threat. The servers for Superfish have been shut down and Lenovo is already working with Microsoft & McAfee to help isolate and eliminate the software automatically. In the meantime, if you’d like to confirm that your notebook is clean Lenovo has made a Superfish removal tool available on their website. The tool, and a full list of models affected by Superfish, can be found at support.lenovo.com/us/en/ product_security/superfish
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: Aquarius, it will be very easy to get pulled off course this week. All you have to do is daydream for a while and time will fly. Make a to-do list so you can maintain your focus. Please drop off your nonprofit coming events 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.
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.
#2 166 Highway 16 BURNS LAKE
250-692-7900
Pizza, pasta, wings, donairs & gluten free crust PICK UP THE SAVINGS!
PICK UP THE SAVINGS!
Three on Three 36
Two 10” Pepperoni Pizzas
$
+ 2 Cans of Coke
Three 12” Three Topping Pizzas
Extra cheese will attract extra charges.
16
$
Make them Large for $48 No substitutions or additions allowed. Mention coupon when ordering and present coupon when picking up. Not valid with any other offer. Gluten free Crust surcharge applies.
No substitutions or additions allowed. Mention coupon when ordering and present coupon when picking up. Not valid with any other offer.
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
www.canadian2for1pizza.com
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.
HOW WE CAN HELP
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/
Answers in classifieds
AERATE ALLPURPOSEFLOUR ALTITUDE APRON BAKING POWDER BAKING SODA BATCH BATTER BEAT BOULE BREAD BROWNIE BUTTER CARMELIZATION CHILL CHOCOLATE
CHOP COARSE COAT COOKIES COOL CORN SYRUP DIVIDE DOUBLE DOZEN DRIZZLE EGGS ELASTICITY FOLD GREASE KNEAD LEAVENING MERINGUE RISING SHEET SUGAR
Ladies Shopping Night Out A great time to get together with friends and see what our many local small businesses have to offer.
Saturday, February 28th 3:00-8:00pm Lakes District Secondary School
Multi-vendor event...
Lots of great prizes to be given away! Free Admission A Concession provided by LDSS Your support is greatly appreciated!
Lakes District News Wednesday, February 25, 2015
www.ldnews.net A17
Your community. Your classiďŹ eds.
250.692.7526 W
fax 250.692.3685 email advertising@ldnews.net TO REACH THE MARKET
W
First advertise in the Lakes District News! ALL WORD ADS go on the Internet for the whole world to see! www.bcclassified.com
REACHING US
W
Call 250-692-7526 or come by our office. Hours are 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday thru Friday. Fax in your ad to 250-692-3685 or email: advertising@ ldnews.net
HOW TO PAY
W
Come to our office at 23 3rd Avenue, or you may pay with Visa or Mastercard over the phone. All ads must be prepaid.
CLASSIFIED AD RATES
REGULAR WORD ADS 1 issue, 3 lines $8.50 per week
FREE ADS
For anything under $50.00 value. 15 words or less. Ad must contain one item and price. Misc. for Sale category only. Private party ads only (no commercial). Ads cannot be accepted over the phone.
$5 ADS
For anything worth $50 - $500. 15 words or less. Ad must contain one item and price. Misc. for Sale category only. Runs for 4 weeks. Ads must be prepaid - cash only.
LEGAL ADS $16.07 per col. inch
HWY 16 REGIONAL ADS
3 lines - No changes - ad runs in: Burns Lake, Vanderhoof, Stewart/Nechako, Ft. St. James, Houston, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Terrace, Kitimat, Northern Connector (1 week) ....................................... $78.88
BC BEST BUY ADS
25 words- No changes - ad runs one week, all papers covering: Lower Mainland .......... $102.28 BC’s Interior ............... $124.95 Vancouver Island ........ $119.00 All of the Above .......... $299.00 Extra cost for additional words
RUN IT ’TIL SOLD ADS
1x1 classified ad. For $31.50 we will run your ad UNTIL IT SELLS, any category, max. 30 words No Real Estate or commercial ads Please call if you need more information on any of our classified packages.
HAPPY ADS
To announce birthdays, weddings, births etc.
2 col. x 2� - $22.25 2 col. x 3� - $32.25 2 col. x 4� - $42.25
W
ALL ABOVE PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE GST
DEADLINES
W
Classified Word & Display: Friday @ 3:00 P.M.
OUR POLICY
Lakes District News reserves the right to edit, revise, classify or reject any classified ad not meeting our standards.
No refunds on Classified Ads. BURNS LAKE
LAKES DISTRICT NEWS
Announcements
Announcements
Announcements
Announcements
Announcements
Announcements
In Memoriam Gifts
Information
Information
Information
Information
Information
Burns Lake Health Care Auxiliary are used to provide financial support, equipment plus comfort and care for patients in our hospital, the Pines and all other community healthcare services. Mail a donation on behalf of yourself or a loved one to: B.L. Health Care Aux. Box 812, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 A tax deductible receipt will be issued
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.
CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment
PLANNING a wedding or anniversary party? Looking for plastic flowers for decorations. Call OPTIONS at Nourse House 9am- 3pm Mon. to Fri. Francois Lake Drive. Operated by residents of 8th Avenue Group Home. (250) 692-7845
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
Information
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Southside Meetings: Mondays and Thursdays 6:30pm 7:30pm at Grassy Plains Gospel Church. For more information: (250) 694-3682
CRISIS PREVENTION Call 1.800.SUICIDE or 1.800.784.2433 is a confidential, toll-free service that is available to anyone, anywhere, any time in B.C. Youth support line 1.888.564.8336 (TEEN). 24 hour crisis line for northern BC 1.888.563.1214. In addition, several crisis lines also provide support through online chat services so young people have a web-based way to reach out. These services can be reached through www.northernyouthonline.ca. 4-10pm. daily or www.youthinbc.ca.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 18 February 2015
Reservoir Elevation: 851.33m (2793.08 ft.) SLS Discharge: 40.05 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 for 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
Canadian Cancer Society
Make a gift in honour or in memory of a loved one impacted by cancer. Please include the honouree name as well as the name and address of the person you would like notified. To donate please call or mail Box 1301 Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0, (250) 6927203.
BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010
LOCAL HOSPICE (250) 6922448. The Hospice office, located in the Lakes District Hospital, open every Thurs. from 10am - 4pm. A lending library is available. Please make donations to Burns Lake Hospice Program, Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1EO
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Tahtsa Timber Ltd. is looking for
QUALIFIED MECHANIC
Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River.
Year around work available in the Burns Lake Area! Starting wage $38.00/hr. 50 hr. per week and possibly more.
Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812
Contact Stephan Posselt, at stephan@tahtsa.ca Phone: 778-669-1010
FOOD BANK INFORMATION Distribution days will be the first and the third Tuesday of each month. LD Food Bank will provide a warm waiting room at the Beacon Theatre. Clients will go first to the theatre. Doors open at 10:45am. This is available until the end of April. The food bank closes at 1pm. The Lakes District Food bank continues to operate due to the outstanding generosity of the community. If you would like to make a donation and receive a tax deductible receipt, please mail your donation to: Lakes District Food Bank, P.O. Box 777, Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0
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.
Lets You Live Life.
Career Opportunities
GENERAL MANAGER Community Futures Nadina
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.
ANYONE NEEDING information on Alzheimer’s please call 1-866-564-7533
THE ARTHRITIS SOCIETY B.C. and Yukon division is your primary source and resource of the latest print and electronic information, programs and services about arthritis. 1-800321-1433 or visit www.arthritis.ca/bc
(Service Truck Position)
Want to work out of a good quality service truck, with some shop work? The successful candidate will be a leader in safety and efficiency and will be able work in difficult situations with an upbeat attitude.
Benefits package available!
THE CITY
Where you can make a difference in your community
Heavy Duty Mechanic Bring your HD or Commercial Transport ticket and extensive heavy equipment experience to this role overhauling and repairing a variety of heavy duty eet vehicles and machinery. Preference will be given to candidates who also hold an automotive ticket. This position offers an hourly wage of $35.52 plus an excellent beneďŹ ts package and pension. For more information and to apply online by March 8, 2015, please visit www.princegeorge.ca/careers
Host City for the 2015 Canada Winter Games
&RPPXQLW\ )XWXUHV 'HYHORSPHQW &RUSRUDWLRQ RI 1DGLQD LV D G\QDPLF DQG YLEUDQW QRW IRU SURĆ“W FRPPXQLW\ HFRQRPLF GHYHORSPHQW FRUSRUDWLRQ HVWDEOLVKHG LQ ZLWK LWĹ?V PDLQ RIĆ“FH LQ +RXVWRQ B.C. We are seeking a General Manager to lead our innovative and forward thinking organization in its commitment to fostering the entrepreneurial and community spirits within our region. We offer a wide range of services including: Community Economic Development Strategic Planning Business Loans Business Planning and Idea Development Related Business Services For required competencies and further information , visit www.cfnadina.ca 5esumes and cover letters citing salar\ e[pectations can Ee mailed, marNed Ĺ?&onĆ“dentialĹ? to CFDC Nadina, PO Box 236, Houston BC V0J 1Z0, Attention: Jerry Botti, or may be emailed to: Mbotti#cfnadina.ca, with Ĺ?*0 PositionĹ? in the subMect line. Closing date: February 27, 2015
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF BULKLEY-NECHAKO 37 3rd Avenue – Po Box 820, Burns Lake, BC V0j 1E0 Phone: (250) 692-3195 – Toll Free: (800) 320-3339 Fax: (250) 692-3305 E-Mail: Inquiries@Rdbn.bc.ca
Planner 1 The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako provides local government services to an area of more than 77,000 square kilometers of scenic mountains, rolling hills, lakes, and rivers. The office is located in Burns Lake, a dynamic community that is known for its hospitality and as the Gateway to Tweedsmuir Provincial Park. The region offers affordable housing, stunning scenery, world class fishing, and incomparable recreation opportunities. The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is looking for a Planner 1 to play a key role in the Planning Department in a team oriented work environment. Reporting to the Director of Planning, and under the day to day supervision of the Planner, the successful candidate will be responsible for processing and evaluating development applications and land use referrals, consulting with professionals and the general public, providing information and assistance to the public on planning issues, preparing plans and reports, and undertaking research on planning issues. The work is the first level of professional planning and involves opportunities for independent judgment where the tasks assigned are of a routine nature well defined by precedent. The preferred candidate will possess a degree from a CIP accredited planning program, with experience working in a local government environment. The candidate should have a basic understanding of the legislation relating to land use planning in BC. The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, local government politicians, and the public.
For additional information about the City of Prince George and this exciting opportunity, please visit our website at:
Applications should include a cover letter and resume containing three references. This is a permanent, full time (35 hr/week) position offering a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
princegeorge.ca
Applications will be received by Jason Llewellyn, Director of Planning until 4:30 p.m. on March 20th, 2015 at the above address or by e-mailed to inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca
IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS
A18 www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 Lakes District News
Employment
Services
Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Transportation
Business Opportunities
Financial Services
Misc. Wanted
Suites, Lower
Trucks & Vans
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045 or visit us online at: www.dollars4guns.com.
LARGE BRIGHT 2 bedroom suites in a safe and secure building. Close to school and hospital. Large patio, in-suite storage and storage lockers available. On site management. Heat, hot water and cable included for $725 per month. Call (250) 692-3959 and leave message.
HIGH CASH producing vending machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit. All on location in your area. Selling due to illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 for details. THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg). Covers: hip/knee replacements, back conditions and restrictions in walking and dressing. 1-844-453-5372. Unlimited Income Potential Highly Profitable Success W/ No Commute • Full Training & Support • Work From Home • Online Business Not MLM - No cold calling! No chasing friends or family! No stock to purchase! www.success withnocommute.com or call Rita 604-243-8065
Career Opportunities MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
Education/Trade Schools INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853
Help Wanted APARTMENT MANAGER needed for 27 unit in Burns Lake, BC. Must be live-in. Email resumes to: reimerrd@hotmail.com
Medical/Dental MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today. 1.800.466.1535 Online: www.canscribe.com. Email: info@canscribe.com.
Trades, Technical RETIREMENT home in Osoyoos seeking FT maintenance person. Resume and cover letter to jobs@balticproperties.ca
Help Wanted
Real Estate Houses For Sale
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
Trades, Technical
Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local
Help Wanted
Trades, Technical
Red Seal Auto Technician
Misc. for Sale
Misc. Wanted
• A/C • 85,700 kms • 6.0 Liter Vortec - 6 speed automatic • Tow package - brake controller • Power windows/locks • Tonneau package • Security system/Onstar • Extending heated mirrors • All vinyl floor - no carpet
Asking $27,000 OBO (250) 691-1641
Merchandise for Sale Bowflex Tread Climber TC10 - brand new - must sell $2000 250-697-6238 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
2010 Chev Silverado
Join us...
Forestry Positions
Thursday nights in February for
DWB Consulting Services Ltd. (DWB) is an integrated British Columbia consulting firm that specializes in offering clients a variety of forestry, environmental and engineering services. DWB is currently accepting resumes for Forestry Technicians and layout staff members for their Burns Lake location. The successful applicants will be responsible for layout of roads and cutblock boundaries, gps traversing, timber cruising, site plan data collection, riparian assessment, other field related duties, and office reporting. Positions are considered full time and are primarily field based with a minor component of office related duties. Camp work will be required.
ribs...
PASTA NIGHT: Tuesdays
DWB offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and livingWING NIGHT: Wednesdays out-allowance. Free
RIB NIGHT: Thursdays Please submit Cover Letter and ResumeW (with IFInotified PRIME RIB NIGHT: Fridays references), by email to: STEAK NIGHT: Saturdays Youenn Wilson, RPF, Operations Manager DWB Consulting Services Ltd. E-Mail: ywilson@dwbconsulting.ca Website: www.dwbconsulting.ca
Plus
Happy Hour!
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
DWB would like to thank you in3:30-4:30PM advance for submitting a resume, however only those applicants who are selected for 6:00-8:00PM an interview will be contacted. Monday - Saturday -
Anchor / Kal Tire Kitimat We are presently seeking a Certified Red Seal Automotive Technician.
WHERE DO YOU TURN
TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?
YOUR NEWSPAPER:
The link to your community
Help Wanted
Experience in alignments, shocks/struts, suspension and brakes is required. Full Time Position with benefits. Competitive wage and great working conditions. Apply in person with resume to 236 Enterprise Avenue or by fax: (1)250-632-4436 or by e-mail: todd_ritter@kaltire.com and get started on an exciting career with Canada’s largest independent Tire Dealer.
Legal Notices
Legal Notices
“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION” 30 ROUMIEU DRIVE BOX 307 BURNS LAKE BC V0J 1E0
THINK SAFE! BE SAFE!
Tahtsa Timber Ltd. is looking for a
MILLWRIGHT minimum 2 years experience Job duties: welding, fabricating and repair work in small sawmills. $26.50/hour, after 40 hours rate is $39.75. Life, AD & D insurance, extended medical & dental, after 3 months.
50 hours/week per position in Burns Lake & area. Fax resumes to 250-692-7140 or email to angelika@tahtsa.ca
SUMMER CAMP STAFF
Help Wanted
AMP CALEDONIA
Located at: Camp Caledonia Christian Anglican Youth Summer Camp in Telkwa, BC, Diocese of Caledonia. Seeking paid Staff for 2015 Summer Camps July 2 - July 25, 2015 Paid Positions Available: Camp Director (closing date March 18th) - time commitment is June 18 - August 8th Head Cook, Assistant Cook, Life Guard, Sport Leader, Craft Leader, Cabin Counselors (closing date March 25) - time commitment is primarily July 2 - July 25. Volunteer Positions Available: Nurses, Chaplains, maintenance, kitchen and craft helpers. Staff and volunteer applications are available online at campcaledonia.com. Forward resumes as outlined on the application as soon as possible.
37, 3RD Avenue, PH: 250-692-3195 PO Box 820, TF: 800-320-3339 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 FX: 250-692-3305 www.rdbn.bc.ca E-MAIL:inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca
Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako
Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has established a Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel to receive any complaints about the preparation of the tax rolls used in the collection of parcel taxes. In the Burns Lake area, the Regional District uses parcel taxes for the Decker Lake Street Lighting service. The parcel tax rolls for these services may be inspected from February 25, 2015 to March 6, 2015 at the offices of the Regional District (37 Third Ave., Burns Lake, B.C.) during regular office hours (8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday). In order for a complaint to be heard, it must be received in writing by 4:30 pm on March 6, 2015. If any complaints are received, the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will sit at 1:00 pm on Thursday March 12, 2015 in the Board Room of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (37 Third Ave., Burns Lake, B.C.) to consider written complaints received by the deadline. Further information can be obtained by phoning Hans Berndorff, Financial Administrator of the Regional District (toll free at 1-800-320-3339) or by visiting the Regional District offices during regular office hours.
YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE
1-800-680-4264
info@youthagainstviolence.com
Drinks & Appy Specials
you currently Subscribe to We have aIfrelaxed atmosphere with great service!
WINTER HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 11am-10:30pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Sun 4pmCan - 10pm (Kitchen READ closes at 9pm) You NOW
Liquor Store open until 11pm Mon - Sat, 10pm on Sundays
Full Page Views including
ALL ADVERTISING!
“ON LINE” go online to ldnews.net or call 250-692-7526 and we will help you set up your complimentary online subscription. 23 - 3rd Ave., Burns Lake • advertising@ldnews.net
Located on Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Pub: 250-692-0068 • Liquor store: 250-692-0067
“I’m too big for a car seat!” Keep your child safe in the car. In partnership with
Learn how to teach your child car safety. Call 1-877-247-5551 or visit ChildSeatInfo.ca
SAVE ANYWHERE. In partnership with In partnership with
SAVE SAVE ANYWHERE. ANYWHERE. ANYWHERE. In partnership with
Introducing the New Save.ca Mobile Cash-Back Feature. With exclusive offers for the brands you love & $5 cash-out minimums through PayPal, you’ll never go shopping without your smart phone again!
Introducing the New Save.ca Mobile Cash-Back Feature. Introducing the New Mobile Feature. With exclusive offers for theSave.ca brands you loveCash-Back & $5 cash-out minimums With exclusive offersnever for thegobrands youwithout love & $5 cash-out minimums through PayPal, you’ll shopping your smart phone again! Introducing the New Save.ca Mobile Cash-Back Feature. through PayPal, neverBack go shopping yourSteps smart phone again! Getyou’ll Cash in 3without Easy With exclusive offers for the brands you love & $5 cash-out minimums through PayPal, you’ll never go shopping without your smart phone again!
Cash Back inReceipt 3 Easy Steps 1. Browse &Get Shop 2. Upload 3. Get Cash Back!
Get Cash Back in 3 Easy Steps
Browse the mobile app Take a photo of your Once you reach just $5, 1. Browse & Shop 2. Upload Receipt Get Cashyou Back! for your favourite brand’s andin submit it 3.the money save will Get Cash receipt Back 3 Easy Steps mobile app 2.Take a photo ofapp your Once youCash reach just $5,your 1.Browse Browse & Shop Upload Receipt 3. Get Back! offers, andthe purchase through the be transferred into for your favourite receipt and submit it the money you save them at any storebrand’s PayPal wallet Browse the mobile app Take a photo of your Once you reach justwill $5, offers, and 1. Browse &purchase Shop for your favourite brand’s them at any store offers, purchase Browse theand mobile app at anybrand’s store for yourthem favourite offers, and purchase them at any store
through the app 2. receipt Upload Receipt and submit it
through the of app Take a photo your receipt and submit it through the app
Drive to Save Lives
be into your 3.transferred Get Cash the money you saveBack! will PayPal wallet beOnce transferred into your you reach just $5, the PayPal moneywallet you save will be transferred into your PayPal wallet
Visit save.ca/cashback to Learn More Visit save.ca/cashback to Learn More Visit save.ca/cashback to Learn More
Visit save.ca/cashback to Learn More
Join the conversation Like us on Facebook for local job trend reports, workplace ideas & more.
/LocalWork-BC
Lakes District News 5, 2015
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
www.ldnews.net
www.ldnews.net A19
19
The Prince George Nechako
Puzzle Answers
Aboriginal Employment & Training Association
Join us...
Workforce Promoter/ Job Coach Join the team at PGNAETA! The Prince George Nechako Aboriginal Employment & Training Association (PGNAETA) is seeking applicants for a Workforce Promoter/ Job Coach as a team member of the Burns Lake Trades Access Program. Are you an energetic, enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting, guiding and developing learners?
Thursday nights in February for
Key functions will be to liaise with First Nations, Aboriginal organizations and the aboriginal public, develop industry opportunities for the aboriginal workforce, facilitate student sessions, disseminate Industry Training Authority information, and provide daily support to Aboriginal learners.
ribs...
Resume must Demonstrate:
• Facilitation skills in Industry Soft Skills, coaching, and Job Readiness, or related skills • Experience teaching/facilitating First Nation adults is an asset • Experience in project management or human resource development related fields is an asset. • Knowledge of the Trade Sectors (recruitment, retention and advancement strategies) • Experience, knowledge or connection with the development of targeted trades training programming • Knowledge of the trades related educational programs and the new industry training model(s) • Experience with client assessment, client counselling, referral to wrap around supports • Negotiating skills, knowledge of protocols is necessary • Knowledge of Microsoft office systems, database software and related tools •Adept at administrative duties, highly organized with exceptional file management • Data base development, must create a functional electronic client case management system • Communication skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills, expertise in proposal and report writing and developing promotional tools • Knowledge must include familiarity of the Aboriginal community, labour force and labour market served by PGNAETA •Personal Suitability to be demonstrated: •Excellent work and personal ethics • Demonstration of excellent relations in a team setting • Personal suitability with professional and courteous interactions with the Aboriginal community • Motivation, vision and resourcefulness • Approachable, the ability to adapt to a constant flow of activity, a diverse and demanding environment, and experience maintaining privacy/confidential policies • Valid BC class 5 drivers licence with reliable vehicle and willingness to travel • Must be bondable • A criminal record check is required
! * & *& " *& * % ! % % ( & ! */ #!$!% * ) /&+( '!* # !%) * . % !) * )* !%, )*$ %* !% * % ( +) &+( &$$!*$ %* - * , ( !*) )!0 -!## #' $ " % ( !)*&(/
PASTA NIGHT: Tuesdays WING NIGHT: Wednesdays RIB NIGHT: Thursdays PRIME RIB NIGHT: Fridays STEAK NIGHT: Saturdays
Plus
Happy Hour!
% ! % % ( & ! */ +% ) * $&)* ( ) ( )+''&(*) * $&)* ' &'# % ! *) *& '( , %* ## */' ) & % (
# ) &%* * .* &( $ !# *)* +%*&% % ( The--- % ( applicant must provide a resume, cover letter and two references (one from a First Nations or Aboriginal
Lets You Live Life.
Support Burns Lake Shop Local
3:30-4:30PM 6:00-8:00PM Monday - Saturday Drinks & Appy Specials
We have a relaxed atmosphere with great service! WINTER HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 11am-10:30pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Sun 4pm - 10pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Liquor Store open until 11pm Mon - Sat, 10pm on Sundays
organization) by fax, mail or in person by March 6 2015, to:
PGNAETA, 198 Kingston Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 1C3 Attention: Natasha Catcheside – AGTC Assistant Fax: (250) 561-1149
No phone calls please! We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Salary: 40,000 to 45,000/annum
Burns Lake & area
Bill & Wendy Imus Certified Appliance Repair & Computer Technicians Computer Training, Sales & Service
Pumps Water Treatment Plumbing Repairs
Box 420, 28540 Colleymount Rd., Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2
250-692-6019
Cell: (250) 692-6569 • email: bsfree@bsfree.ca
Personalized In Home Service Delivery of Ink & Computer Supplies
Flying Dutchman Service
101-1st Avenue, Burns Lake
Still serving the Lakes District Operated by
250-692-3337
Lakes District Âą
PRINTING NS &SIG BURNS LAKE
YES, WE DO
POSTERS Single Colour or Full Colour up to 30" wide
Next to Rexall
Keith Wilson
Burns Lake Recycling Depot BEVERAGE CONTAINERS & USED ELECTRONICS 258 Highway 16, Phone: 250-692-7948 Hours: Tues. - Sat. 10:30am to 5:00pm
Stay tuned for exciting changes in the future.
Dealer
Expanding Your Business? The Comfor/CFDC Developmental Lending Program can help! For more information, call 1-800-556-5539
BURNS LAKE
CURRENTLY IN STOCK: 8’X24� & 9’X30� TRACTOR/ SKIDSTEER FRMT SNO BLADES C/W UNIVERSAL SKIDSTEER QUICK ATTACH & HYDRAULIC ANGLE.
Payne Septic Service (2010) 250-698-7964
High Efficiency Furnaces
Your
Starting a Business?
Phone: (250) 692-4353
The Comfort Zone
Located on Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Pub: 250-692-0068 • Liquor store: 250-692-0067
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
B’s Free Enterprises Ltd.
250-692-7887
Free WIFI
ALSO - REAR 3 PTH. TRACTOR BLADES. 60� & 72�
Making Light of Snow Removal TOLL FREE
1-877-873-7467 NEW: Cylinder exchange at Overwaitea or fill up cylinders at the Rainbow Gas Bar
Give us a call for any of your attachment needs.
Bill and Patsy Miller, Owners 29850 Hwy 16 West • PO Box 450 • Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0
Phone 250-696-3211 • Cell: 250-692-9940 email: sales@pbagrimech.ca
www.superiorpropane.com
Advertise your Business or Service here for $2225 per week.
www.pbagrimech.ca
We have bundles of newspapers for sale.
Call Lakes District News 250-692-7526 for more information.
Thank you for supporting our local businesses and services
2/bundle
$
20
www.ldnews.net
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Snow shoeing day
Lakes District News
Submitted photos
it was a beautiful day for a Seniors’ snow shoeing day held at the Omenica Ski Club last week.
Snowmen greet skiers Wren Gilgan took this photo of the friendly snowmen cheering skiers along the ski trails of Omineca Ski Club on submitted photo Valentines Day.
F R I N V E S T ME N T S S F N RRS P S A A N C E B S A V I NG S C U We have the solution for all your financial needs.
Bulkley Valley CREDIT UNION
LEARN MORE AT: www.bvcu.com
Hwy. 16 Lakeview Mall P.O. Box 1029 Burns Lake B.C. V0J 1E0 Phone: 250-692-7761
THE FOUNDATION of my community starts with you and me . . .
RECREATION
EDUCATION
ENVIRONMENT
ARTS
SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY MAKES YOU. YOU MAKE YOUR COMMUNITY. There are more than eight local community halls in the area. Over the years the Burns Lake & District Community Foundation Society has donated over $14,000 to these long established community halls. Because of donations like this, we can still experience the true meaning of community in the Lakes District.
BURNS LAKE AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SOCIETY communityfoundations.ca