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Colleymount residents want road conditions improved A petition has gathered almost 200 signatures

FLAVIO NIENOW Colleymount residents have been expressing their concerns over the conditions of Colleymount Road and gathering signatures for a petition to demand change. Frank Lehmann and Rita Lavoie, both Colleymount residents, were recently at the Lakeview Mall in Burns Lake talking to locals and gathering signatures for their petition. The petition received almost 200 signatures over a period of two days. “We heard many stories of concern and outrage [during those two days at Lakeview Mall],” said Lavoie. The Colleymount Road extends from Francois Lake’s ferry landing to km 54 (west corner of Francois Lake). Safety issues include a major increase of commercial and non-commercial traffic; narrow, blind corners and sloughing on both road portions and embankments. There are also maintenance concerns relating to snow removal, sanding, grading and brushing. “This is a very old road that never had a proper base,” explained Lavoie. “Almost 30 km of it has been seal coated, and even sections of that are sloughing, narrow and have potholes.” “This road was not built for the length or width of today’s vehicles,” she added. Lavoie said concerns about Colleymount Road culminated in a community meeting of about 60 people in early ...see COLLEYMOUNT ▼ P7

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Mike Robertson captured this aerial shot of the Cheslatta gravesite. This current flood has not exposed any human remains yet.

Still no solution for flooding at Cheslatta Lake system

“Rio Tinto Alcan is the one to blame,” says Mike Robertson FLAVIO NIENOW

In the story ‘Cheslatta looking to stop the floods’ published in the Lakes District News’ July 9, 2014, Mike Robertson, Senior Policy Advisor for Cheslatta Carrier Nation, said he was confident that a resolution regarding the annual flooding at the Cheslatta Lake waterway system would occur before the end of summer. It’s now been almost a year and the

situation still hasn’t been resolved. “We are definitely getting frustrated,” said Robertson. “Something better happen soon.” The annual flooding of the Cheslatta system is due to the annual summer temperature management spills that are necessary to maintain a safe water temperature in the Nechako River for the migrating salmon. The Kenny Dam was built in 1952 to create a water reservoir to supply downstream hydro-electric turbine to power the Rio Tinto Alcan aluminum smelters. More than 120,000 acres of land were flooded, creating the Nechako reservoir. Since the Kenny Dam was built and the Skins Lake spillway was constructed to release water from the Nechako reservoir into the upper Nechako River, high

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water flows and massive erosion have caused extensive flooding of the Cheslatta Lake waterway system. The constant influx and retreat of water levels means that buried graves are occasionally exposed. During the original flooding of the lake and river system, coffins were seen floating on Cheslatta Lake and bones washed up along the shoreline. Since then, Cheslatta gravesites have frequently been disturbed by the regular flooding of the Cheslatta system. Robertson said there are no human remains floating ashore this year. However, he said he won’t know the full extent of the damage until the water goes down. “This current flood has not exposed any human ...see CHESLATTA ▼ P10

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The Lakes District Campus of the College of New Caledonia (CNC) celebrated the achievements of over 90 students this year. Approximately 200 students, families and friends congregated with their June 4, at the Island Gospel Church in Burns Lake to receive their awards and certificates. Programs included the Adult Education Centre (Adult Dogwood), Administrative Assistant Certificate (ABT), Carpentry Level 2, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Advanced Diploma, Heavy Equipment Operator, Industrial Mechanic Foundation Program, Social Service Worker Diploma, Pipe Trades Foundation, Environmental Field Assistant. Scholarships and Bursaries 2015 - The CNC Regional Endowment Bursaries - As part of the CNC Student Aid Endowment Fund, the College maintains a general endowment for students in all campuses of the college. This year, there were four full-time winners from the Lakes Campus they were: Lan Adib – Administrative

Assistant Program, LeRoy Peters – Pipe Trade Foundation, Corby Enns – Pipe Trade Foundation and Travis Tom – Environmental Field Assistant Rick Wilsgard Endowment Scholarship - This staff scholarship is awarded annually to a Lakes District student who has plans to enroll in full- time post-secondary education in the future. This year’s winner was: Philine West The Lakes District Staff Bursaries These local awards are for Lakes District students and are given for college and community spirit, volunteerism, and academic progress. The winners this year were: Mark Morris – Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Foundation Program, Shayne Haugen - Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Foundation Program, Tania Tait – Adult Dogwood, Virginia Charlie – Focus Employment Program The Berenice Haggerty Award - Miranda Morgan who received her Adult Dogwood this year was the winner of the Berenice Haggerty Award. This award is

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named for Berenice Haggerty, a long-time supporter of the College in Burns Lake and one of the founding board members for CNC. The Donald Redwood Annual Memorial Bursary - Tommy Larson presented the Donald Redwood bursary. Tommy is the brother of Donald Redwood who was a graduate of the CNC Lakes welding program. Donald died in a tragic accident shortly after graduation and his family presents this award annually to students in a Lakes District Campus Trades program. The recipient of this award was Eric Joseph – Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Foundation. George D. Brown Memorial Endowment Bursary - Presented by John Nooski, Job Development Officer with the Burns Lake Native Development Corporation. This award recognizes the founding father of the BLNDC, George Brown. Philine West – A graduate of the Administrative Assistant Program.

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Investigation into Canada’s residential school

MICHAEL RIIS-CHRISTIANSON Canadian political and religious institutions openly practiced cultural genocide against this country’s aboriginal peoples for much of the 19th and 20th centuries, according to the federal Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). The commission, which released its findings and recommendations June 2 after six years of investigation into Canada’s residential school system, said that for more than 100 years, the central goals of Canada’s aboriginal policy were to eliminate aboriginal governments, ignore aboriginal rights, terminate the treaties, and cause aboriginal peoples to cease to exist as distinct legal, social, cultural, religious and racial entities. “Cultural genocide is the destruction of those structures and practices that allow the group to continue as a group,” stated the commission in Honoring the Truth, Reconciling for the Future, a 382-page summary of its final report. “States that engage in cultural genocide set out to destroy the political and social institutions of the targeted group. Land is seized, and populations are forcibly transferred and their movement is restricted. Languages are banned. Spiritual leaders are persecuted, spiritual practices are forbidden, and objects of spiritual value are confiscated and destroyed. And, most significantly to the issue at hand, families are disrupted to prevent the transmission of cultural values and identity from one generation to the next. “In its dealings with aboriginal people, Canada did all these things.”

The suggestion that this country – a strong proponent of human rights on the world stage – is guilty of cultural genocide may be a bitter pill for many Canadians, but according to at least one local First Nations leader, it’s one that needs to be taken. “I strongly believe in the statement the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and TRC say about ‘culture genocide’ because it’s very true,” Wilf Adam, Chief of the Lake Babine Nation, said last week.

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I’M SURE THERE ARE A LOT OF CARING PEOPLE IN CANADA TO PUSH FOR PROPER HEALING OF THIS AWFUL EVENT IN OUR PREVENTABLE HISTORY.”

–CHIEF WILF ADAM

Adam says that First Nations people in the Lakes District have been deeply affected by Canada’s aboriginal policies of the past. Many were forced to attend the Lejac Residential School near Fraser Lake, which opened in 1922 and was operated by the Roman Catholic Church on behalf of the federal government until the mid-1970s. “I didn’t attend Lejac, as my family prevented that when the Indian agent and priest came around to collect the children,” he explained. “I did attend a couple of years at Immaculata school (in Burns Lake), and two years at Prince George College. “I did make a submission with the other

LBN Lejac survivors to the TRC when it was in Prince George,” he continued. “What I keep hearing from our citizens who had bad experiences there (at Lejac) is the mistrust and hatred of the church (it instilled) and formed a strong negative impact of what happened to them. They are very strong people who went through this, and I hope and pray for their proper healing.” The TRC’s findings were generally well-received by First Nations leaders and organizations in Canada. Here in the North, the Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of BC – which has for 42 years provided counselling and referral services to aboriginal people in conflict with the law – fully endorsed the commission’s 94 recommendations, and urged the federal and provincial governments to implement them quickly. Yet this isn’t the first time a federallyappointed panel has called on Canadians to redress the wrongs inflicted upon aboriginal peoples. In 1996, the Report of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples urged Canadians to take action on various issues, but most of its recommendations were never implemented. Adam and others are hoping that government won’t handle the TRC report the same way. “I hope that the recommendations of the TRC are acted on and not put on the shelf,” he said. “That in itself will do more harm than good if that happens. I’m sure there are a lot of caring people in Canada to push for proper healing of this awful event in our preventable history.” “What the TRC did is focus on this history ...see RECONCILIATION ▼ P9

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Right tools for adult life

Be who you are meant to be

On my first day of journalism school, we all received a surprise test (I had just arrived in Canada and I had no idea of what was happening). We received a general test to assess if we had any knowledge gaps or difficulties involving high school subjects. Being the nerd that I am, tests have never really scared me, so I was quite confident. After assessing my results, my instructor called me into his office to have a private talk. I was expecting to receive some compliments. However, my instructor told me my math results were “unsatisfactory” and he even suggested a private tutor. That was quite a shock to me. At that time, I had just completed a bachelor’s degree where I had to pass advanced math classes. We had to use scientific calculators and solve complex math problems. So I couldn’t understand why my math results were unsatisfactory. But my instructor was completely right. The truth was that I had forgotten basic school math. And that’s not all – I forgot a bunch of other things I learned in school. Countless scientific concepts, historical events and chemical formulas - all gone down the drain. This has made me reflect about the role of basic education and whether or not schools are giving students the right tools to prepare for the world. This week I interviewed Dustin Louie, who is about to finish his PHD in educational research. Louie grew up in Burns Lake and has recently accepted a tenure track assistant professor position at the University of Calgary. During his interview, Louie mentioned how education is rapidly changing. The new focus is the so-called inquiry-based learning, a process where students formulate questions, investigate to find answers, build new understandings, meanings and knowledge, and then communicate their learnings to others. “That’s a major shift from the pedagogical models ubiquitous during my high school completion in 1999,” Louie said. Although I graduated high school a few years later than Louie, I completely relate to what he said. When I was in school, we basically had to memorize things. Instead of educating us to be critical thinkers, our teachers’ main concern was that we possessed knowledge. The problem is that the world is rapidly changing. It’s not important anymore if you know how old Napoleon Bonaparte was when he died, or exactly when the battle of Hudson’s Bay took place. A simple click of a button on your cellphone can get you those answers in five seconds. We basically carry electronic encyclopaedias in our pockets. This means that the old school models do not make sense anymore. The role of education had to change… and that is what we are starting to see now. Instead of having students memorize formulas and dates, schools are preparing students to become critical thinkers. At the same time, there is a new ideology that involves rewarding students’ every effort. When I was working in Saskatchewan, I was sent to cover a high school science fair. I was surprised to find out that there were over 50 categories of medals being handed out (needless to say it took me a very long time to cover that event). This new ideology seems incompatible with adult life. The truth is that in the adult world, if you don’t do a good job, you get fired, not a medal; if you don’t respect the law, you go to jail; if you make bad choices, you can put yourself in danger. Life comes with failure, loss and pain; not only success. Learning how to deal with the feelings associated with pain is part of growing up. What I question is this – are we really giving students the right tools to handle their adult lives? Education sure is changing, but it’s important to never stop questioning what makes sense and what doesn’t.

Bruce Jenner, the man who became a national hero during the 1976 Olympics, when he won a gold medal and broke a world record in the men’s decathlon event had a different kind of victory this week: he finally revealed himself to the world as a woman. The cover and photo spread showing his new identity in Vanity Fair magazine titled “Call me Caitlyn” hit the Internet on June 1, along with a request to be referred to with female pronouns rather than male. The media quickly honored her wishes. Not everyone reacted with kudos or acceptance though. Some were disgusted with the gender change and others by all the exposure this story is getting. For the former I’d like to explore the reactions. For the latter, I chalk that up to Bruce Jenner being a member of the most famous reality TV family, the Kardashians, of which millions are tired of hearing about. Considering her new name is spelled with the letter C rather than a K like the other six women she’s related to, Caitlyn may share that sentiment on some level. I don’t watch the popular program, but I’ve been following this particular story since the media started speculating about Bruce Jenner’s gender reassignment. Photographs taken over the last couple of years suggested that the famous athlete was taking on more of a feminine appearance through cosmetics and surgery. That was confirmed in a recent exclusive interview she had with Diane Sawyer. Knowing Bruce Jenner as an Olympic champion since my childhood, I found this transformation intriguing. Especially since I have a friend who’s secretly been a cross dresser for decades. To protect his identity I’ll call him John. Married with children, John and his wife are from religious, conservative families. For that reason and others he has gone to great lengths to hide his love for dressing like a woman, restricting himself to only indulging when he travels out of town. When he came to Kelowna a few years ago from Vancouver, my girlfriend and I met up with him at a hotel and for the first time I met his female persona. She was lovely, and beyond happy in her beautiful dress, high heels, wig and make up. The transformation took hours, and during that time our friend was like a kid in a candy store, enjoying every moment of the process with our mutual pal, who helped. His impulse to dress like a female started when he was a young boy who felt trapped in a body of the wrong gender. As a child he hid his desire to be a girl, and as an adult he has continued to hide his cravings to be a woman. When he momentarily shared this side of himself with his wife early on in their relationship she expressed revulsion. Not wanting to lose her, his family, or his reputation in the business community, John has tried repeatedly to put an end to these strong feelings, but he hasn’t been able to. His secret persists and anxiety over its possible discovery intensifies. Living with this decision isn’t easy though. According to a recent U.S. National Transgender Discrimination Survey 41 per cent of trans or gender-non-conforming people surveyed have attempted suicide – a staggeringly high statistic. I hope Caitlyn’s experience will inspire John, and anyone yearning to live their truth, to not be afraid of what others think, to do what makes them happy, and to stay strong throughout. Sharing her story, as others before her have done, can only help to break down the barriers created by judgment and intolerance and build a foundation for the kind of respect and acceptance we all deserve as human beings.

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Earlier this year, the Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce did a survey with its members asking about priorities for the Lakes District. What the chamber’s board of directors concluded was that creating initiatives to entice local shoppers was a number one priority. “A stronger business community is good for the broader community,” said chamber manager Susan Schienbein. “These businesses pay taxes, they hire our children, and they support many, many community and recreation events.” The chamber is now planning a few initiatives to support local businesses including a gift certificate program and a summer market. These actions are part of the chamber’s strategic plan, which focuses on promoting and supporting local businesses. “We need a strong business community,” said Schienbein. “We really need to change the pattern of driving to another community to purchase our goods; rather, let's see what we can buy in this community.” “Some will say that we don't have enough retail stores and they are right, we could use some more,” she added. “But investors who might be thinking about setting up shop in Burns Lake will talk to the local business community; if our current businesses are concerned about residents not shopping locally, that has a negative spin-off for potential investors.” “So, let's shop what Team we can, right here in Concept Burns Lake.” Investigating the feaSelling sibility of a gift certificate program RE/MAX The Burns Lake and District Chamber of Franchise Commerce is investigating the feasibility of starting a gift certifiOffice cate program, similar to Staff/ what is offered by the Store front Vanderhoof and Houston chambers of commerce. Market With this program, the chamber would Share print gift certificates in varying denominations Maximum such as $10, $20, $50 and $100. These cerExposure tificates would be purchased at the chamber of commerce and would TO VIEW ALL OUR be redeemable at particLISTINGS VISIT: ipating businesses. Unlike the purchase www. of some gift cards that remax.ca can be used at multiple OR locations, these gift certificates will have no www. fee for the purchaser. Participating busirealtor.ca nesses would pay an annual administration

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Flavio Nienow One of the consequences of the Mount Polley mining disaster in August 2014 was the future of the proposed Morrison Copper/Gold Mine project. The proposed project by Pacific Booker Minerals Inc. would be located 65 km northeast of Smithers and 35 km north of Granisle. Pacific Booker Minerals was originally denied their environmental assessment certificate for the Morrison Mine project back in October 2012. However, a ruling by the B.C. Supreme Court overturned the original ruling in December 2013. Last June, Pacific Booker Minerals application for an environmental assessment certificate began to be re-evaluated by the environmental assessment office. The government was required to reconsider the Morrison Mine application, and was just about to reach the deadline for a decision when a massive ...see MORRISON

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Editor: Re: Lakeside Multiplex losing money (June 3, 2015 edition) It comes as no surprise that the Lakeside Multiplex has not met its budget for this current year. Most recreational complexes are not selfsupporting and rely on the taxpayer to make up the balance/shortfall. In the case of the Lakeside Multiplex, its budget/shortfall becomes the responsibility of the municipal taxpayer. This is an unfair situation. I think the majority of the users of the multiplex live outside the village boundaries. All residents of the Lakes District (Regional District Areas B & E and Village of Burns Lake) derive a benefit from the recreational complex either directly or indirectly. To my knowledge, the rural residents have not been asked to contribute their tax dollars to

the operation and maintenance of the complex. Higher taxes are always considered to be a negative; however, if we want to attract and retain the people responsible for our well-being (i.e., teachers, healthcare professionals, business people, industry workers, etc.), we need to offer a few amenities to complement the natural benefits found in the Lakes District. It is hard to believe, but not everyone wants to hunt and fish. Some things require payment. I encourage you, as a resident of the Lakes District, to contact your local government representative and discuss this situation. All residents have a responsibility to promote and support the facilities that we have and that we enjoy. Bernice Magee Long-time Resident of Area B

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Summer market is intended to support home-based businesses FLAVIO NIENOW The Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce will also be hosting a summer market to support home-based businesses. The summer market will be opened every Saturday between June 13 and Aug. 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and it will be held at 540 Hwy. 16 West. “As this is the first year of this pilot project, we are working out some of the details as we go along,” said Schienbein. “We will evaluate the program and if there is interest and demand, may continue it till the end of September.” The summer market will allow the sale of garden products such as flowers, vegetables, berries and tree-fruits, as well as locallymade arts and crafts, and goods from home-based businesses. “This is an opportunity for vendors - both chamber members and non-members - to sell their products,” explained chamber manager Susan Schienbein. “Our vision is to provide a place for local residents, with a special emphasis on our chamber members, to sell their products and to ac-

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knowledge the importance of locally grown food, and shopping local.” “We know that there is a growing interest for consumers to purchase food that is grown and sourced locally,” added Schienbein. “There is a really great movement happening in the Lakes District right now and the chamber sees the benefit of being on the leading edge of that movement.” The summer market will start with a market safe workshop, which is scheduled for June 6, 2015. The market safe workshop was designed to increase awareness and knowledge of food safety and safe food handling procedures for farmers’ market vendors and those who make, bake, or produce food for public consumption outside of regulated food service establishments. “The Burns Lake and District Chamber of Commerce highly recommends that any food vendors attend this workshop.” Cost for this pilot year is $10 per table for chamber members; and $15 per table for non-members. For more information, contact Schienbein at susan@burnslakechamber.com or call 250692-3773.

Gender identity should be removed from birth certificates, according to a complaint filed with the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal on behalf of nine intersex or transgender people. Morgane Oger, a transgender woman and chair of the Trans Alliance Society, says the forced assignment of gender identity at birth – quickly decided by a doctor inspecting the genitals – discriminates against intersex, trans and other gender nonconforming residents whose assigned gender turns out to be inaccurate or who don't fully identify as one sex or the other. A statement issued by the

society says misidentified children "suffer grief when they go to school, humiliation when they apply for a driver's licence and discrimination and danger in every circumstance where someone wants them to 'prove' their gender." Oger argues there is no valid reason to put gender on birth certificates, adding there are many more sophisticated methods to help identify someone. "It is indefensible to use a marker which will certainly be wrong, and create havoc for, a predictable number of people." Health Minister Terry Lake said B.C. has moved to allow birth certificates to be changed, but removing gender would af-

fect statistics used in medical research. Transgender advocates elsewhere are also advancing cases seeking to remove gender from passports. Oger said it's not acceptable to have a third gender option like "other" because "that puts a target on the forehead of anyone with that third option recorded." Among the complainants is Harriette Cunningham, a Comox girl labeled male at birth who last year succeeded in getting her birth certificate gender changed to female. In 2013, at the age of 11, she won a Human Rights Tribunal case that led to new provincial legislation making such identification changes easier.

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Frank Lehmann and Rita Lavoie gather signatures for a petition to improve conditions of the Colleymount Road at the Lakeview Mall in Burns Lake. The petition received almost 200 signatures over a period of two days. COLLEYMOUNT from t P1 April 2015. During this meeting, residents voiced concerns about safety and maintenance, and then agreed to the formation of a group called “the Colleymount Road working group.” Besides gathering signatures for the petition, the Colleymount Road working group have been in contact with Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and Lakes District Maintenance trying to resolve this issue. When asked what the group hopes to achieve, Lavoie said safety is the group’s number one priority. The group also prioritizes improvements to the road base and width, fixing the slough areas and improving to the overall maintenance of the road.

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Little Bobtail Lake wildfire 100 per cent contained

Smoke will remain visible for the remainder of the summer

Flavio Nienow According to the province’s Wildlife Management Branch, the Little Bobtail Lake wildfire is 100 per cent contained, but smoke will remain visible from this fire for the remainder of the summer. Starting this week, crews will no longer remain on scene daily but will return to the fire if the fire flares up close to the perimeter. The Wildfire Management Branch said they will continue to actively monitor the fire each day. The Little Bobtail Lake wildfire, located southwest of Prince George, was first reported on May 8, 2015. Since that time, the fire spread to more than 25,500 hectares (255 square kilometres) and resulted in the evacuation of residences at Norman Lake and Naltesby Lake (also known as Bobtail Lake). Further, residents on Bednesti and Cluculz lakes were on evacuation alerts. The evacuation alerts were lifted at 3 p.m. May 30, 2015, by the regional districts of Bulkley Nechako and FraserFort George. For the safety of the public and fire personnel, the Wildfire Management Branch is recommending that recreationalists continue to avoid travelling in and around the fire area. The public is also reminded to use extreme caution when travelling in the backcountry. “With the aggressive fire behavior previously observed on this fire, this has resulted in deep burning conditions,” warns the Wildlife Management Branch. “These conditions have weakened root

systems of trees within the wildfire area.” Although the fire danger rating is low within the vicinity of the Little Bobtail Lake wildfire, the fire danger rating for most of the Prince George fire centre is high, with areas of extreme in the northeast corner. With the high danger rating, forest fuels are very dry and the fire risk is serious, which means that new fires may start easily, burn vigorously, and challenge fire suppression efforts. To report smoke, flames or an unattended open fire, call 1-8000-663-555.

Little Bobtail Lake fire is believed to be human caused. Police are looking for the public’s help to further the investigation

The origin of the Little Bobtail Lake wildfire has been located, and at this time is believed to be human caused, according to the RCMP. The RCMP and the Wildfire Management Branch are conducting a joint investigation into the cause of this fire. “At this point in time there is nothing more to report,” said Cpl. Craig Douglass with the Prince George RCMP. “The investigation is continuing and is expected to take some time.” Investigators are looking for the public’s help to further this investigation. If you have any information about this fire, please contact the Prince George RCMP at 250-5613300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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The Little Bobtail Lake wildfire spread to more than 25,500 hectares (255 square kilometres) since it was first reported on May 8, 2015. The fire is now 100 per cent contained, but recreationalists are advised to avoid the area.

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dam holding the toxic waste water from the Mount Polley Copper-Gold Mine collapsed, releasing 25 million cubic metres of contaminated water and mining waste, contaminating lakes, creeks and rivers. Since that mining disaster, Morrison Mine’s future has been left in limbo. Earlier this year, the environmental assessment office ordered Pacific Booker Minerals to reassess its plan for storing tailings under water and behind an earth-and-rock dam at the proposed Morrison

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Mine. An engineering panel recommended that industry must move away from storing tailings under water behind earthen dams. The panel also suggested filtering tailings to remove the water and dry stacking them to eliminate the risk of tailings dam failures. On March 23, 2015, Pacific Booker Minerals submitted a report to the environmental assessment office in regards to the Mount Polley tailings storage facility failure. The report reinforced the company’s opinion that the Morrison Mine project has been designed “using best available practices and could be safely constructed, operated, and closed to protect the environment.” The environmental assessment office has acknowledged receipt of the response and, as per the letter received May 14, the submissions will be forwarded to the minister of environment. The minister will then decide whether the responses by Pacific Booker Minerals provided a sufficient basis on which to lift the suspension order for Morrison Mine. The next step for Pacific Booker Minerals is to wait for that decision. Pacific Booker Minerals told Lakes District News that the company is still fully committed to the development of the Morrison Mine project. The $517-million project is a conventional openpit mine with an extraction rate of approximately 30,000 tonnes per day. The life span of the mine is expected to be 21 years. The project is expected to employ 1117 parttime, full-time and temporary workers during the two-year construction period and another 661 part-time, full-time and temporary workers over the 21 year life span of the mine. It is expected, if approved, that the project will bring in an estimated $64.5 million in provincial revenue over its life span. Lake Babine Nation’s Chief Wilf Adam said he is against this proposed mine. “We are still totally against this mine as it is [located] within our last wild salmon producing area,” he said. “That tailing pond they [Pacific Booker Minerals] proposed will have an unproven rubber membrane that we cannot take a chance on.”

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nadians about the 150-year history of residential schools through the statements of those whose lives affected by them. The commission’s three members – Hon. Justice Murray Sinclair, Dr. Marie Wilson, and Chief Wilton Littlechild – heard more than 6,750 survivor and witness statements over six years. When complete, their final report will consist of six volumes and more than two million words. The TRC’s ‘Calls to Action’ include steps to protect child welfare, preserve First Nations’ language and culture, promote legal equality, and strengthen information on missing children.

that should never happened. I hope the people of Canada demand the government to act on the recommendations, as it is a true start of healing the nation – especially of those truly effected.” While Canada’s policies toward aboriginal people have changed in recent years, Adam feels there’s still much more work to be done. “Discrimination against aboriginal people will continue by all levels of government and society when we are not respected of who were are and our relation of our rights and title,” he stressed. “We need action of how we are dealt with now, not token expression or actions. I know it’s a work in progress, and governments have to act on the court decisions that we keep winning. Governments are slow to act on their court decisions, as it will do more harm than good if they delay.” The Lake Babine Nation chief is optimistic that eventually, Come join institutionalized racial us for our discrimination will be a thing of the past in Canada. “There will be a day where true justice will be fully served and th people of all colours will live in harmony,” he said. “Probably by the next generation… (This) does not mean we don’t do anything, though. Donation The need to resolve outALMOST EVERYTHING standing issues is a must Dog Wash IN THE STORE! to move ahead. money will be split between “I pray for all the peoFree Burns Lake Veterinary ple who went to residenClinic’s Mother Millie Fund hot dogs, tial schools, especially and Bakers Acres for their hamburgers who had a very bad exwork with rescue animals. and perience, and hope they es cr A s er ak B drinks by os em have true healing of their Grooming D mind and body – if it’s not too late.” The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada was established as part of the 2007 InPhone: 250 692-FARM (3276) dian Residential Schools Located beside Sunshine Inn at Settlement Agreement. the west end of town Its mandate is to tell Ca-

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The election date has been set for July 24, 2015. Polling locations will be in each Band Office and the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council Office, 1460 – 6th Avenue, Prince George, BC. The polling stations will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The ballots will be counted at the close of the polls July 24, 2015. The Tribal Chief will be announced by the Electoral Officer after the ballots have been counted. Loreen Suhr, Electoral Officer, Carrier Sekani Tribal Council Tel: 1-250-964-1016 • Toll Free: 1-855-964-1016 Fax: 1-250-964-1018 e-mail: loreensuhr@telus.net • web: loreensuhrelections.ca

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Cheslatta from t P1 remains… yet,” said Robertson. “We must wait until the water goes down in order to assess the damage.” Meanwhile, the water at the Cheslatta Lake continues to rise. According to Robertson, the spills that keep flooding the Cheslatta system release 500 cubic metres per second, which equates to 396,000,000 gallons of water per hour. Last March, Cheslatta Carrier Nation signed a memorandum of understanding with the B.C. government that confirmed a framework that includes options to alleviate the flooding in the Cheslatta system. “Overall, while we are making progress, we are frustrated over the pace of discussions,” he said. According to Robertson, mining company Rio Tinto Alcan is the one to blame for this annual flooding. Rio Tinto Alcan is responsible for controlling the release of water from its Kenney Dam reservoir through the Skins Lake spillway. Robertson said Rio Tinto Alcan has mismanaged the Kenney Dam reservoir. “They [Rio Tinto Alcan] are managing the water, and definitely there were mistakes made,” he said.

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Mike Robertson captured this picture of Skatchola Indian Reserve #7, nearly three dozen wooden grave markers lie in a heap amidst other freshet-borne debris at the edge of Cheslatta Lake. The brilliant white of these crosses, which previously marked the burial sites of 35 First Nations people, is in stark contrast to the wet green grass and turbid flood waters surrounding them. It’s a poignant sight, but one that’s become all too familiar to members of the Cheslatta Carrier Nation. Eight times since 1961, water released from Rio Tinto Alcan’s giant Nechako Reservoir has inundated this remote graveyard and others along the Cheslatta River system, causing what Cheslatta officials say is immense emotional damage to band members.

Cheslatta Carrier Nation is proposing the construction of a cold water release facility at the Kenny Dam. The proposed facility would eliminate the need to flood the Cheslatta Lake system. Home Bug Shield Robertson said that in order for the proposed Kenny Dam water release facility to become a reality, Rio • 400 g • Part # 99906• ACTIVE/SPORT-15% Treats up to 15 types of Tinto Alcan has to come on board. 39 Deet, $ 5 hrs. Protection, crawling and ﬂying insects “Nothing is going to happen unless Rio Tinto Canada is a part of it,” he said. perfect for outdoor • Perimeter spray for activities. Part #90301 doors, windows and other Kevin Dobbin, Spokesperson for Rio Tinto Alcan, agreed that a water release facility at Kenny Dam entry points would have impacts to water flow on the Cheslatta system. • Continues to provide 93 MAXIMUM $ DEFENSE-30% Deet, residual killing “A facility at Kenney Dam has been looked at over the years and continues to be a potential option,” 6 hrs. Protection. Part action for up $ 15 #90300 to 60 days he said. “Rio Tinto Alcan is just completing a new smelter which brings stability and secures our operations for 98 Francois Lake Dr., Burns Lake: another 60 years. Discussions, agreements, environmental considerations all take time. Rio Tinto Alcan 250-692-7565 works with all stakeholders on any potential options effecting or impacting the Nechako reservoir and flows Hwy 16, Fraser Lake: 250-699-8990 into the Nechako River. These options are complex, and the Nechako systems are geographically very long and therefore there are many stakeholders to work with along the whole system,” Dobbin continued. “There are many options that impact the reservoir and river system differently and in To each and everyone we thank you turn impact stakeholders in different ways. all for your prayers and thoughts. So finding the right solutions can be challengWe ask for continued prayers for ing. Rio Tinto Alcan Corbin for his healing process after works closely with the his 4 wheeler accident. Cheslatta Carrier Nation, District of VanderOn behalf of Philip and Edith and Corbin we have cell: 1-250-692-9303 opened an account to help them out with expenses as hoof, Nechako Bulkley they have to stay in Vancouver. Valley Regional Disemail:northernhomes@msn.com trict, Southside resiThe funds can be e-transfered to mbscpet@hotmail. dents and others, and com with the security question “Who is it for?” and If you want to sell or buy a home the answer Corbin. we will continue to do that in order to explore please think of Or you can go to any CIBC bank and deposit into Bank possible options. We #010 branch #01499 account #5515297. remain committed to If you have any questions please call me these discussions and Eva at 250-691-1099 look forward to workIt would be my pleasure to work with you ing with our stakeholdAgain thank you all for all the support in prayer. ers,” Dobbin added. It means so much to them and our families. A meeting between Blessings to each and everyone. Rio Tinto Alcan and Cheslatta Carrier Nation is scheduled for June 22. Advertising donated by LD News FAMILY- 5% Deet, 2 hrs. Protection, perfect for kids under the age of 12. Part #90302

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Michael Riis-Christianson Sometimes, even in the midst of a storm, a ray of sunshine appears. On June 1, representatives from the Cheslatta Carrier Nation toured Cheslatta Lake by helicopter in an effort to better gauge the devastation wrought by this year’s flooding. After a sobering trip that afforded several views of flooded graveyards, the local officials received a text message urging them to fly over Francois Lake Elementary School. They did – and what they saw, according to Chief Corrina Leween, helped make a bad day a bit better. The children of Francois Lake Elementary had used their bodies to spell “HI” on the school playing field, and even formed a human ‘heart’ for good measure. “Suddenly, we were all laughing, pointing and waving, and we forgot all about everything bad,” Chief Leween said in a subsequent letter to the school’s students. “You gave us great joy and inspiration, and the mood in the helicopter was happy and cheerful all the way to the Burns Lake Airport. “I am still smiling this morning, as I’m sure are all the other passengers that were on board,” she added. “Thank you again for making us feel so delightful. You’ve reminded me and made it clear that our duty as leaders and politicians is to make the world a better place for our youth.” Mike Robertson, senior policy advisory for the Cheslatta Carrier Nation, later sent the students photos taken during the trip, along with an explanation of why the flight was necessary. Much to his pleasure, they responded by sending 22 handwritten letters of encouragement and support. “We wish you the best for this horrible situation in the lake,” wrote a student named Alexander. “I know that your grave sight (sic) is flooded, and I hope the water clears up soon. I’m very sorry for

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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Mike Robertson, senior policy advisory for the Cheslatta Carrier Nation captured this photo while flying over Francois Lake Elementary School last week. you, and I hope everybody else does too.” “I hope you are feeling a little better now about the sidguation (sic) that happened,” printed another. “I think after a few years you will feel a little bit better. I feel a little bit better after a few years when something sad happens to me. Robertson, Chief Leween, and councillors Ted Jack and Hazel Burt toured the flood area with Vanderhoof Mayor Gerry Thiessen and Nechako-Lakes MLA John Rustad.

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Annual 1000 yard shoot in Burns Lake

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Ron Ball takes aim during last weekend’s Tweedsmuir Park Rod & Gun Club 40th Annual Thousand Yard Shoot. A competitor in last weekend’s Tweedsmuir Park Rod & Gun Club 40th Annual Thousand Yard Shoot ponder his next shot during competition Sunday. Ball ultimate won the Senior High Aggregate competition with a score of 145. our 40th year or what, but everyone Rolf Johnson (6.5”); Bill Watt (6.75”, MICHAEL RIIS-CHRISTIANSON Marksmen from across Western Canada gathered here May 30-31 for the Tweedsmuir Park Rod & Gun Club’s 40th Annual 1000 Yard Shoot. Dallas Matson, vice-president of the sporting organization, said approximately 50 shooters competed in the two-day event, some from as far away as Saskatchewan. She added that the scores turned in were some of the best in recent memory. “It was incredible,” said Matson, who also competed. “It’s one of the best shooting years that I can remember, and this is my ninth year of participating. We had an amazing group of shooters. They came from Saskatchewan, the Yukon, Alberta – all over.” Although the annual shoot has drawn more participants in the past, Matson said club members consider this year’s event a tremendous success – in part because of the support received from businesses. “We had outstanding sponsors. I don’t know if it was because this was

really stepped up,” she stressed. “We had three new guns, some scopes, and a lot of other great prizes… I want to emphasize that we wouldn’t be able to do this without sponsors and volunteers.” Although most of the competitors were veteran shooters, Matson noted that more young people are getting involved in the event. The results of this year’s shoot, listed from first to third place, were as follows: Men’s Sporting Rifle: Lincoln Edward (4.1875” group); Brian Bamsey (7.4375”, 5.75” in shoot off); Steve Wilks (7.4375”, 11.625” in shootoff). Men’s Heavy Barrel: Brad Waddell (4.0”); second – Ron Edward (4.0625”); Rocky Sayles (4.6875”). Lady’s Sporting Rifle: Nicole Gerow (9.5625”); Lisa Burnes (10.125”); Dallas Matson (11.0625”). Lady’s Heavy Barrel: Cierra Verduzco (7.125”); Nicole Gerow (10.625”); Karla Matson (11.0”). Unlimited: Ron Edward (5.5”);

4.5625” in shoot-off). Senior High Aggregate Score: Ron Ball (145); Rolf Johnson (142); Lincoln Edward (141). Junior High Aggregate Score: Cierra Verduzco (130); Noah Gustafson (114); Andrew Johnson (103). Hunter Class: Cierra Verduzco (3.1875”); Bill Watt (4.125”); Don Stevenson (4.9375”). Junior 13-18 (Boys/Girls): Noah Gustafson (6.0”); Cierra Verduzco (8.875”); Andrew Johnson (13.625”). Low Aggregate Group: Lincoln Edward (17.1875); Bill Watt (18.375); Ron Edward (20.8125). Junior Low Aggregate Group: Cierra Verduzco (19.1875); Noah Gustafson (31.25); Andrew Johnson (31.875”). Standing Gong: Ron Edward. Egg Shoot: Travis Matson. The Team Shoot was won this year by Team 3 (Keenan Shutes, Lincoln Edward, Ron Ball, Rocky Sayles, Shane Krikke, and Charlene Gustafson) with a low aggregate group of 197.94.

Steve Wilks makes some final adjustments to his rifle scope. Wilks placed third in the Men’s Sporting Rifle category.

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Parking Lot. If you notice trees on the trails, please email: burntbikes@hotmail.com.

Don’t miss out! Bring the kids and have some fun! Indoor Playspace has now re-opened from 1:00-2:30 every Friday with a new set of toys and activities for all the kids to enjoy. We hope this change will allow more kids and parents to enjoy this awesome free program!

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The Lakeside Multiplex is EXCITED to announce our For Mini Monkeys assisted Climbing Group, (Youth aged 6 and under), Adventure Seekers assisted Climbing Group, (Youth aged 7-13), For the Climb and Conquer Group, (Everyone 14 years and older welcome) And let’s not forget Ladies Climbing Night, Wednesdays 6 – 8:00pm. For more info or to book your climbing time please Call ahead or drop by!

Attention all Seasonal Job seekers: The Village of Burns Lake is seeking a qualified, competent and committed individual for seasonal employment opportunities with the Recreation Department for the Summer of 2015 (June 22nd to August 24th). This is a great opportunity for those interested in recreation to become part of the Recreation team and provide excellent recreation services to Burns Lake and Lakes District residents. Please drop off resumes at the Lakeside multiplex. 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

“Free Day Camp” for Kids K-Grade 7 at Island Gospel Church July 6- July 8 from 9 a.m. to Noon each day. Please register by July 3 by calling Pastor John at 250-692-7553.

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The Burns Lake and District Community Foundation Society recently donated $1,800 to the Lakes District Film Society to help pay for movies, ballet and theatre events.

Annual General Meeting Tuesday, June 23, 2015 6:00pm at Francois Lake School

All members of the public are welcome to attend and to participate.

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The Burns Lake and District Community Foundation Society recently donated $500 to Lakes District 4H Seniors Council to help pay for their flag, sign and printer.

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RCMP lawsuit in court

Women who say they were harassed and discriminated against during their service with the RCMP are in B.C. Supreme Court this week attempting to certify a class action lawsuit against the force. The certification hearing began Monday and the proposed class action would include 362 current and former officers and civilian employees across the country. The case was launched in 2012 by Janet Merlo, a 19-year officer with the Nanaimo RCMP who was among the first officers to go public with allegations. Lawyer David Klein said the common thread among the complainants is harassment, bullying and discrimination over an extended period of time. More women would be able to join the case if a judge agrees there was a systemic problem and certifies the class action.

Site aids youth 'aging out' The province has unveiled a new website designed to help teens in foster care prepare to prepare for life without government support when they turn 19 and "age out" of care. The site agedout.com was designed by former foster teens to connect with vulnerable youth and showcases services

and supports to help make the transition. It includes videos of former youth in care discussing real world challenges and gaming "quests" where youth earn rewards by completing challenges like renting an apartment, getting a bank account, preparing for a job interview or dealing with an abusive relationship. "‘How do I get a job?’ ‘Where am I going to live?’ These are the types of questions we all faced when we became adults," Children and Family Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux said. "But for those in the care in the ministry, the transition can be much more challenging." About 700 young people age out of government care each year.

! N E P O W A newly renovated O expanded liquor store N offeringanda large selection of new

and unique craft beers and spirits coming in all summer long. Specialty wines and a larger selection of coolers and ciders. Open - 9:30am to 11 pm 7 days a week

The Burns Lake Snowmobile Club

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, June 11, 2015 Dad’s Restaurant at 6:30 pm

The Burns Lake Snowmobile Club is not just snowmobiles. If you are an ATV’er, dirt biker etc. you can enjoy the same benefits. One example is insurance rates are cheaper for your machine if you belong to the BCSF. Our membership is small but we are hard at work all year long and complete many tasks. We are always looking for new members that will bring fresh ideas and lend a helping hand to lighten the load for all that we want to accomplish. The club property, located at 5.5 km Babine Road, has a great warm up shelter that can be utilized all year long, complete with full power. There has been new interest in finishing the motor cross track. We have materials on hand to complete the track but need people who want this done. There are trails leaving the property that go to Ailport and are presently in the process of securing grants to help finish that trail system. We hold the very successful Cold Smoke Drags: 10 years running, with numerous local participants and racers coming from the south, Alberta and Alaska. This event takes a lot of time planning from our very few dedicated members, however on actual set up and race day we have many volunteers that come out to help make this one of the best events of its kind. We maintain the cabin at Rhine Ridge as well as the trail and many bridges leading up to the mountain, so all users can safely enjoy the area. It is not all about work. We host many snowmobile rides; to the Sibola area, Telkwa Range and the very popular Telkwa Pass ride complete with a hot lunch. In the future we hope to host ATV poker rides. If you have any thoughts to get something going we are always open to new ideas and encourage input. Call Dennis at 250-692-4172.

So please attend our AGM and see what we’re all about and think about becoming a club member.

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Ensuring social justice through teaching Burns Lake graduate is making a difference in the academic world

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Dustin Louie, who grew up in Burns Lake, has not only been succeeding in the academic world; he is also preparing teachers to empower students who have been historically marginalized. Louie has recently accepted a tenure track assistant professor position at the University of Calgary. Armed with an undergraduate degree in Canadian history and a masters degree in international development, Louie is now nearing completion of his PHD in educational research. During his PHD, Louie has taught both underoldlandmarkscf@youtube.com graduate and graduate courses in the faculty of education. All of his students were either one or two years away from becoming teachers themselves in primary, elementary or secondary schools. One of the courses Louie has taught is called “diversity in learning,” which focuses on social justice through teaching. This course prepares future teachers to recognize how power dynamics influ“There is no one righteous, no, not one... but now, the ence classrooms and can marginalize disempowrighteousness of God which is through faith in Jesus Christ, ered students. is offered to all and given to all those who will believe... for “Future teachers need to be prepared to meet the all have sinned and fallen short of the approval of God: needs of all of their students, with a specific embut God has justified us freely, by His grace, through the phasis on those who have been historically marginransom payment in Christ Jesus.” - Romans 3:10-4:24 alized within the schools systems such as LGBTQ, /THE TRUMPET WILL SOUND Aboriginal, immigrant, rural, and a wide range of other students who have been under served Tweedsmuir Park Rod & Gun Club in the school system,” he said. “As educators, I believe we need to model social justice, as well as teaching it.” We would like to thank all our volunteers and sponsors for making Louie added that education is rapidly our 40th Annual 1000 Yard Shoot a success.

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Dustin Louie, who grew up in Burns Lake, was in Uganda doing research for his masters degree. Louie has recently accepted a tenure track assistant professor position at the University of Calgary. changing in Canada, with a new focus on inquiry-based models. Inquiry-based learning is a process where students formulate questions, investigate to find answers, build new understandings, meanings and knowledge, and then communicate their learnings to others. “That’s a major shift from the pedagogical models ubiquitous during my high school completion in 1999,” he said. Louie has also taught courses on First Nations Metis and Inuit history, education and leadership. Louie is from Nadleh Whut'en and Nee Tahi Buhn, and is a member of the beaver clan. His Aboriginal roots have given him valuable insights into Aboriginal issues, especially when it comes to education. “The experiences I have gained made it clear that research and practice need to be taken on by Aboriginal people in order to address the impact of colonization,” he said. The Lakes District Secondary School graduate said he is grateful for his upbringing in Burns Lake. “Having spent my adult life primarily in major cities, I am appreciative of my rural upbringing,” he said. “Growing up in a small town exposed me to social dynamics not present in larger cities, where people from a wide range of backgrounds find ways to live with one another.” “In terms of my education in Burns Lake, I was fortunate to have a number of inspirational teachers who greatly influenced my career as an academic.”

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P and B Feeds Cross Creek Logging Home Hardware Kaltire Randy and Karla Matson Anvil Ring Transport Down Range Precision Burns Lake Post Office John Howett Ron Ball Rolf Johnson Beaver Brook Contracting Brant Finning Blackwell Trucking Tire tech Starland Also a big thank you to all our volunteers!

Thank you for your continued support of our event, we’re looking forward to next year! Please support those who support us. We had a great shoot this year.

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Medical graduate from Burns Lake The eighth class of students from the Northern Medical Program celebrated their graduation on Saturday at an event in Prince George. The 30 graduates received their shingle cut out of beetle pine wood and their long coat as they transition from students to doctors. These graduates now move into two to seven years of medical residency and fellowship training, depending on specialty. The Class of 2015 includes 14 graduates from Northern BC, including Christopher Unger from Burns Lake. Twenty of the graduates will be entering family practice residency programs, with nine of those training in northern B.C.

Lakes District Museum is now open for the season Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone (250) 692-7450.

More fake calls claiming to be from the govt. of Canada

The Better Business Bureau warns of another scam making the rounds that uses a government agency as the disguise. Many Canadians have been receiving calls from people claiming to be from the National Do Not Call List (DNCL). Like many phone scams these days, the scammer uses phone number ‘spoofing’ to make it appears as though the phone is coming from an NDCL operator. The fake operator tells the individual that their number on the DNCL is about to expire and they need to re-register by inputting personal information.

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: Soup and bannock day June 24, noon, all welcome. More info (250) 694-3270.

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Lakes District Rock and Gem Club will be meeting on June 11 at 7pm at CNC Room 109, new members welcome. For info: (250) 692-7243 or (250) 692-7458 Get $250 Cash Back. There’s $250 waiting for anyone upon proof of removing and decommissioning a non-certified wood burning appliance and replacing it with a certified EPA appliance. More info: www.bcairquality. ca / Sue at (250) 877-8739 Southside Health & Wellness Centre: June 2015. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 1011am. Soup and bannock day June 24, noon, all welcome. Foot care, all day by appt., June 11, 18 & 25. Diabetes webinar, 11am, June 10. Dental varnishing, 3 yr old screening & kindergarten circus June 16. More info (250) 694-3270. Kid’s Gym Night for children K-Grade 7 on Monday nights from 7-8:15 p.m. at the Island Gospel Fellowship Church Gym, 810 Highway 35. Free…Fun…Games...Learning. More info: Contact Pastor John at (250) 692-7553.

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Trails are awesome. Most lower trails are open. Pigs and Charlotte’s Web are cleared from the top. Beware of blow down. Volunteers needed - next up for clearing - Razorback. Canada Day. Do you have a small/home based business? The Canada Day committee is looking for vendors to set up July 1 at Spirit Square. Are you: direct sales, crafter, homemade items, food vendor or a service business? Contact: Gina Hull / gina.hull00@ gmail.com / (250) 692-0748 if you are interested in a spot. Babes in Balance Women’s Mountain Bike Retreat. Registration is open for Babes in Balance. https://zone4.ca/reg. asp?id=9320&lan=1&cartlevel=1 Fraser Lake Festival of the Arts: Calling all quilters, visual artists of all mediums, pottery, bands, singers, poets etc. Festival will be Aug. 8th. Call (250) 699-1234 or email: festivalofthearts@gmail.com

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking that’s your business - if you want to quit drinking that’s our business. Burns Lake meetings: Tue. & Sat. 7:30pm Immaculatta Church. Women’s group meets Wed., 108 - 2nd avenue at 7:30pm. For info. or transportation call (250) 6929104 / (250) 692-3024 / (250) 698-7325 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking. BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010 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 online at: www.canadabenefit.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 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

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In loving memory of my sweet wife and friend Lorraine Louise Funk Five years have come and gone The face we loved so dear Far away from sight or speech But not to far for thought to reach But oh how sweet to remember you once more Who though absence are just as dear.

Canadian Cancer Society

ANYONE NEEDING information on Alzheimer’s please call 1-866-564-7533

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. 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. 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

Obituaries

In Memoriam Gifts 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

Information ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Southside Meetings: Mondays and Thursdays 6:30pm 7:30pm at Grassy Plains Gospel Church. For more information: (250) 694-3682

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Wilfred Arthur Rondeau April 25, 1958-May 26, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Wilfred Arthur Rondeau on May 26, 2015. Wilf will be remembered by his friends and family as a kind, caring, loving, and generous man. Private family arrangements. Condolences may be offered at www. raschraderfuneralhome.com R.A. SCHRADER FUNERAL SERVICES 250-847-2441

t #00,,&&1&3 t $"3&5",&3 (306/%4,&&1&3 Granisle Resort. PRS 59 As per Strata PRS 59 requirements the Positions of Bookkeeper and Caretaker/Groundskeeper are advertised herein. Persons interested in these Positions are requested to contact the following stating their qualifications. Contact by Canada Post only. Granisle Resort Strata PRS 59 PO Box 100 Granisle B.C. V0J 1W0

PRINCIPAL HOUSTON SECONDARY SCHOOL- TWAIN SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY School District No.54, located in the beautiful Bulkley Valley of Northwestern BC, seeks a visionary, innovative Principal to join the school communities of Twain Sullivan Elementary School, and Houston Secondary School. These schools are located on a single site in Houston, B.C., and are projected to serve approximately 390 elementary and secondary students in the 2015-16 school year. The successful candidate will be an experienced, passionate and exemplary educator of secondary and elementary students with demonstrated leadership qualities. He or she can expect to work collaboratively as part of a three person administrative team to promote a culture that fosters learning, inquiry and engagement at the school and the district level. Please visit the School District No. 54 (Bulkley Valley) website for a detailed job description and application information. www.sd54.bc.ca

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MILLWRIGHT No high school diploma and/or ticket required, but minimum 2 years experience Zorking in this ¿eld Job duties include, but not limited to: welding, fabricating and repair work in small sawmills. $30.14/hour, after 40 hours OT wage is $45.21/hour, plus holiday pay. Life insurance, AD & D insurance, extended medical and dental starts after 6 months. 40 hours/week. Work is in the Burns Lake area, BC. Email resumes to angelika@tahtsa.ca

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Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development? When you join Houston Pellet you are signing on with an industry leader in world markets. We provide a dynamic environment with competitive compensation where people succeed as our most valuable resource. Our structure and culture encourage innovation, growth, and change in an open environment, and we believe in and practice environmental stability. QUALIFICATIONS: t Journeyman Millwright certification t Ability to read blue prints, plans and schematics t Strong problem solving skills t Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communication & interpersonal skills t Ability to work independently with little supervision t Organizational and planning skills an asset

REQUEST FOR TENDER ON CURLING LOUNGE ROOF The Village of Burns Lake is seeking bids from a skilled roofing contractor to supply and install a new membrane roof on the Curling Lounge at 103 Flogum Drive. Interested candidates must be registered in good standing with Worksafe BC and have a valid Village of Burns Lake business license. For more information please contact Rick Martin Director of Public Works at the Village of Burns Lake Office at 250-692-7587.

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Proposals in the form of a bid amount marked “Curling Lounge Roof – Confidential” will be accepted until 10:00am, Friday June 26, 2015 at the Village of Burns Lake Office, #15-3rd Ave, PO Box 570, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0.

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Wednesday, June 10, 2015 Lakes District News

Announcements

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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 NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 5 June 2015

Reservoir Elevation: 853.48 m

(2800.13 ft.)

SLS Discharge: 455 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 480 m3/s Nautley River: 253 m3/s Vanderhoof: 675 m3/s Please give me a call at 567-5105 or 567-0351 if you have any questions about flow management. Spillway discharge was reduced to 455 m3/s this morning to maintain the current water level in the Nechako River. Water level in the Nechako River at Vanderhoof should remain at the current level for the next several days. The reservoir will be overfilled by a maximum of 0.18m (7.2 inches) to prevent water flow from getting higher than 700 m3/s (5.510 m) at Vanderhoof. Flow will be 550 m3/s (4.812 m) or higher for another 8 to 35 days, depending on the amount of rain received in the region over the next several weeks. Please note that the flow from the Nautley River from the Water Survey of Canada gauge (shown above) is not accurate due to back pressure from the high water level in the Nechako River. Actual flow from the Nautley River and other tributaries upstream of Vanderhoof is estimated to be a total of about 195 m3/s. The weather over the next five days is expected to be dry and so this total flow is expected to drop consistently over that time. Visit website www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time flow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

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

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.

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L.D. MUSEUM summer job opening. Equal opportunity employer. Starting in July for high school student. Drop your resume at the museum. Phone (250) 692-7450

NEW LEAF CAFE IS HIRING Ambitious, pleasant personality, dependable. Experience appreciated but not required. Training is provided. Full time - hours: 7:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Saturday. All long weekends off.

Trades, Technical ELECTRICIAN Houston, BC DH Manufacturing is looking for a F/T Electrician. Applicant must be certified and have experience. Benefits after 3 months, wage neg., based on experience. Email to: houston@dh manufacturing.com or drop off in person.

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The Social Worker is expected to carry a regular caseload, using clinical and interpersonal skills as well as good case management systems, to provide a variety of services. Social Workers primary responsibility is to ensure the delivery of family support services to families and children who require them, guardianship services and the development and maintenance of caregiver homes. QUALIFICATIONS: BSW, plus two year related experience REQUIREMENTS t We are looking for individuals who are delegated or are eligible to be delegated under the current Provincial (BC) Legislation. t Willingness to travel t Have a valid BC driver’s license t Must successfully pass a Criminal Records Check The Generalist Social Worker will: t Cooperate and work with Ministry of Children and Family Development workers in ensuring all Plans of Care are completed before the file is transferred to GCFS. t Participate in case pre-transfer meetings with the MCFD Guardianship Worker, Foster Parents and the Child in Care With respect to case management, the Generalist Social Worker will: t Complete Comprehensive Plans of Care in accordance with AOPSI Standards t Review Plans of care through formal meetings whenever possible and within specified timeframes t Set priorities for service delivery in consultation with the Supervisor t Conduct Case Management Meetings at regular intervals to ensure that services to the child are coordinated and appropriate t Include the child in decision making as appropriate to the child’s developmental abilities t Where possible, ensure the child signs his summary recordings so he understands what is in his file t Record the Service Plan and Goals for the child t Maintain up to date recordings in the format required by the agency t Ensure that the child’s medical, emotional and educational needs are met through referrals to appropriate professionals t Inform the child about behavioural expectations and consequences t Consult the resource worker, child’s family the community and the child where this is age appropriate when moving or placing a child t Ensure that appropriate action is taken when a child is missing, lost or has run away t Ensure that the GCFS Executive Director and the Director for Child Protection are notified of reportable circumstances and grievous incidents t Ensure consultation with the supervisor at all key decision points (see the AOPSI) t Ensure that children in care receive the support skills and guidance required to achieve independence upon leaving care at the age of 19 Please submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of: Diane.Tashoots@gov.bc.ca Team Leader, Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society P.O. Box 333 4215 Government Street, HAZELTON, BC V0J 1Y0 DEADLINE: (until position is filled) No phone calls please, only those who have made the shortlist will be contacted.

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Chinook Community Forest 1. Invitation from the Province to Apply for a Community Forest License The Province of British Columbia has issued a formal invitation to the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako Electoral Area B (Burns Lake Rural) and Electoral Area E (Francois/Ootsa Lake Rural), the Village of Burns Lake and the six First Nations in the Lakes District to jointly apply for a Community Forest License that would include approximately 130,244 hectares of land with an initial Allowable Annual Cut of 150,000 cubic metres. 2. Benefits of a Community Forest in the Lakes District The primary benefits of a community forest license include the following: a) Creates economic stability in the Lakes District b) Supports a viable forest sector in the region c) Provides local jobs and local business opportunities d) Ensures that profits benefit the local area e) Creates a long lasting legacy fund for the Lakes District f) Supports community initiatives 3. Proposed Structure a) The Chinook Community Forest would be operated through a limited partnership with the general partner being a corporation. Each participant would hold shares in the corporation and units in the limited partnership in the following percentages:

Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society

Generalist Social Worker

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 778-281-0030 in town.

37, 3RD Avenue, PO Box 820, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 PH: 250-692-3195 • TF: 800-320-3339 • FX: 250-692-3305

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G Gitxsan C Child & Family Services Society is a delegated agency based in beautiful Hazelton, BC. It is a rural agency serving the 5 Gitxsan communities. The five communities that our Agency serves within the Gitxsan Nation are: Kispiox, Glen Vowell, Gitseguekla, Gitwangak and Gitanyow. We are surrounded by beautiful scenery, clean rivers and a thriving culture. We are seeking a qualified experienced social worker to join our dynamic team.

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Home Improvements Help Wanted

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Burns Lake Band

14.167%

Cheslatta Carrier Nation

14.167%

Nee Tahi Buhn First Nation

14.167%

Skin Tyee Nation

14.167%

Wet’suwet’en First Nation

14.167%

Lake Babine Nation

14.167%

Local Government – Shared between the Village of Burns Lake; and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako on behalf of Area B and Area E

15.000%

Total

100%

The primary reasons for using a corporate structure are: i. Limited legal liability ii. Protect the taxpayers from financial risk iii. Engage external expertise iv. Independent management

Board Composition Each First Nations partner listed above will appoint one representative to the Chinook Board of Directors, the Village of Burns Lake will appoint one representative and the RDBN will appoint two representatives (one on behalf of Area B and one on behalf of Area E). To keep the management of Chinook operations as independent as possible, the local government appointees will be community members that are not elected officials or local government staff.

4. RDBN Costs and Capital Contributions Each partner is funding its own legal fees needed for structuring the Chinook Community Forest. a) RDBN Start-up Costs The RDBN costs are funded through the new Chinook Community Forest Economic Development Service, with any taxation shared by Area B and Area E based on property assessments. Although the maximum taxation under the bylaw is the greater of $85,795 or $0.25 per $1,000, with taxation on improvements only, it is hoped that a significant portion of the start-up costs will be covered by grant revenues. The 2015 budget includes $50,000 in start-up costs funded by $50,000 in grant revenues. b) Common Start-up Costs In addition to the structuring costs paid for by each participant, there will be certain start-up costs within Chinook (e.g.: costs for preparing a Forest Management Plan and the application for a forest license). Hampton Forest Products has agreed to fund these costs to help get Chinook started. 5. Application for Forest License The application was filed with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations and signed by all the participants by April 30, 2015. It will take several months for the Ministry to complete its review process. 6. Financial Projections Preliminary financial projections indicate that Chinook would earn a profit in each year after start-up, amounting to an annual average of over $1 million per year for the first five years of operation. The Local Government share would be 15%, or $150,000 per year. 7. Profit Distribution After recovery of any start-up costs funded through taxation, the Local Government 15% share of distributed profits would be contributed to a local trust. The income earned on the trust assets could be distributed to community projects, with approval decisions made by an independent committee. 8. Annual Public Information Meeting An annual information meeting will be held to inform the public about Chinook’s activities and achievements and to provide opportunities for the public to meet Chinook’s Directors and to ask questions. 9. Forest Management Plan Included with the application for a forest license, is a Forest Management Plan outlining Chinook’s guiding principles, goals, objectives, strategies and inventories. The draft Forest Management Plan is available for viewing by members of the public at the RDBN office at 37 Third Avenue, Burns Lake, BC during normal business hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. 10. Public Comment If you would like to comment, please provide your input by contacting the Regional District at 250-692-3195 or toll-free at 1-800-320-3339 or by email at inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca.

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2007 INNSBRUCK Supreme 26RLS travel trailer. New awning and 2 new 6 volt batteries 2014, excellent condition. $12,000.00 obo Phone Stuart at (250) 692-7565

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The Village of Burns Lake is seeking bids for a landscape contract to excavate materials to sub base grade and place in strategic locations in preparation for landscape materials. The successful proponent must have equipment capable of excavation and distribution of materials onsite to grade, be registered in good standing with Worksafe BC and have a valid Village of Burns Lake business license.

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For more information please contact Rick Martin Director of Public Works at the Village of Burns Lake Office at 250-692-7587. Proposals in the form of a bid amount marked “Parking Lot Landscaping – Confidential” will be accepted until 10:00am, Friday June 12, 2015 at the Village of Burns Lake Office, #15-3rd Ave, PO Box 570, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

PROPOSED FOREST STEWARDSHIP PLAN AMENDMENT

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Suites, Lower LARGE BRIGHT 2 bedroom suites in a safe and secure building. Close to school and hospital. Large patio, in-suite storage and storage lockers available. On site management. Heat, hot water and cable included for $725 per month. Ask about our Seniors discount. Call (250) 692-3959 and leave message.

Fraser Lake Sawmills will hold a public viewing of the proposed Amendment 10 to their Forest Stewardship Plan for the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James Forest Districts. This amendment is required to include the Nadleh Whut’en First Nation’s Forest License A93154 into the existing plan.

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The proposed amendment is available for review and comment at the Lejac mill site east of Fraser Lake on Highway 16 from May 13 to July 13, 2015. Persons may review the plan at this location during business hours. Written comments may be submitted in person to the Lejac mill site or by mail to: Fraser Lake Sawmills Attention: Jaret van der Giessen, R.P.F P.O. Box 100, Fraser Lake, BC V0J 1S0 Comments must be received in writing no later than 5:00 pm on July 13, 2015. For further information, please contact Jaret van der Giessen, R.P.F. at 250-699-6235.

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the cash purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab, Silverado 1500 Crew Cab, Cruze, Equinox, Trax, Sonic, Malibu and Impala. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory as of June 2, 2015. Valid June 5 to 28, 2015 on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ** Trade In, Trade Up Bonus is available towards the purchase, finance or lease of a 2015 model year Silverado 1500 ($1,000) or HD ($1,500) and is tax inclusive. To be eligible, a 2008 model year or older vehicle must be traded in to the selling dealer. The maximum available credit of $2,500 applies to 2015 Silverado HD and consists of $1,000 conquest/loyalty credit and $1,500 Trade In, Trade Up Bonus. Offer valid until June 30, 2015. ‡‡ 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 48/48/84/72/84/84/60 months on new or demonstrator 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab, Silverado 1500 Crew Cab, Cruze (excluding Diesel), Equinox, Sonic, Malibu (excluding LS) and Impala. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $119 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. ‡ 0% leasing for 48 months available on 2015 Cruze (excluding Diesel) and Sonic on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. 0% leasing for 36 months available on 2015 Silverado 1500 Double Cab, Silverado 1500 Crew Cab, Malibu (excluding LS) and Impala on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Example based on a lease price of $20,969 (including $2,000 lease credit and a $446 Owner Cash) for a 2015 Cruze LT (1SA/K05/MH8/R7T). Bi-weekly payment is $94 for 48 months at 0% APR and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometers limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $1,350 down payment required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $11,135 plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $9,834. Price and total obligation excludes license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees, optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. ^ The 2-Year Scheduled LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet vehicle (excluding Spark EV) with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the Oil Life Monitoring System and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four lube-oil- filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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- BONUS -

ALL 2015s COME WITH CHEVROLET COMPLETE CARE:

OF MSRP

CASH CREDIT ON SELECT 2015 MODELS IN STOCK THE LONGEST

Eg: $3,899

CASH CREDIT ON SONIC LT 5 DOOR $19,494 MSRP

2015 CRUZE

Eg: $4,298

CASH CREDIT ON CRUZE LT AIR & AUTO $21,490 MSRP

Eg: $5,721

OIL CHANGES

YEARS/40,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY

2015 SONIC

CASH CREDIT

$ UP TO 2,500

Trade in ANY 08 or older vehicle towards a new Silverado. Maximum credit is for Silverado HD. All credits include Owner/Conquest Cash.

YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY^^

ON SELECT 2015 MODELS IN STOCK THE LONGEST *

2015 MALIBU

2015 SILVERADO 1500

CASH CREDIT ON MALIBU LT + PCN $28,605 MSRP

CAN’T FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR IN THE 20% EVENT? ASK YOUR DEALER ABOUT OTHER OFFERS INCLUDING:

YEARS/160,000 KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE^^

CHEVROLET.CA

HURRY, OFFERS END JUNE 28TH

Call Sullivan Motor Products at 250-845-2244, or visit us at 2760 Yellowhead Highway, Houston. [License #5631]

Lakes District News

$ = 12,042 CASH CREDIT ON SILVERADO CREW CAB HIGH COUNTRY 3LZ

INVENTORY IS LIMITED SO VISIT YOUR DEALER TODAY. ENDS JUNE 28TH. 2015 TRAX

Eg: $5,242

CASH CREDIT ON TRAX LT AWD $26,210 MSRP

2015 EQUINOX

OF MSRP

Eg: $6,374

CASH CREDIT ON EQUINOX LT AWD $31,870 MSRP

2015 IMPALA

CASH CREDIT ON 2015 IMPALA 2LT + PCP $34,885 MSRP

Eg: $6,971

Eg: $12,042

CASH CREDIT ON SILVERADO CREW CAB HIGH COUNTRY 3LZ $60,210 MSRP

LEASING UP TO 48 MONTHS

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FINANCING UP TO 84 MONTHS

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on other vehicles

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL

GRADS OF 2015!

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015! The Village of Burns Lake Mayor and Council wish to congratulate the

Graduating Class of 2015. All the best in your coming adventure!

Congratulations

Katie Anderson

Michelle Abraham

Brendan Alec

Devon Alec

Katherine Anderson

Brandon Berry

Chiko Bertacco

Jenna Bett

Shantel Bill

Keeley Green

... and all the Grads of 2015!

Best wishes for the future! DS N’ WATER WOO 870 Highway 16 West woodsnwater@telus.net

Sports and Recreation 250-692-4842 OWNED AND OPERATED BY LOCAL AVID OUTDOORSMAN

Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards Katherine Anderson: Paul Fortin Interprovincial Award, William Gilgan Memorial Bursary, District Scholarship Taylor Bysouth: Babine Forest/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship, Burns Lake Minor Hockey Association Scholarship, District Scholarship, Paul Jean Community Foundation Scholarship, Rotary Bill Petersen Award Bursary Latoya Charlie: Carl Charlie Memorial Bursary, On Cue Theatre Bursary Liam Clovis: District Scholarship, Jr. Firefighter Bursary Carrie Crouse: District Scholarship, Lakes Electric Senior Girl’s Basketball Bursary Shaye Dezamits: District Scholarship, LDM Academic Scholarship, Rio Tinto Alcan Scholarship-Science and Technology, Rio Tinto Alcan ScholarshipTop Academic, Tamara Charlie Memorial Health Sciences Scholarship Elise Dube: Burns Lake Teacher’s UnionLori Boychuk Memorial Scholarship, District Scholarship, Sheila Mills Memorial Bursary, Jr. Firefighter Bursary

Ryley Eakin: Burns Lake Fire Rescue Memorial Bursary, District Scholarship

Elizabeth Michell: District Scholarship, LDSS PAC Bursary

Carrol Edmund: District Scholarship

Austen Murray: District Scholarship, Donald Redwood Memorial Trades Scholarship, Levi Knapp Memorial Bursary, Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 50 (Burns Lake) Bursary, Tory Wiebe and Brodie Mathews Memorial Bursary

Emily Everett: District Scholarship Zachary Funk: Nechako Lakes Administrators’ Association Award Janna Giesbrecht: Babine Forest/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship, District Scholarship Shade Hartley: District Scholarship Brian Little: District Scholarship, Rio Tinto Alcan Scholarship-Creative Arts Brooklyn Maher: Babine Forest/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship, District Scholarship Kolby Marr: District Scholarship Nicole Martens: District Scholarship Tye McEntire: District Scholarship, Rio Tinto Alcan-Trades Scholarship, Tory Wiebe and Brodie Mathews Memorial Bursary, Lakes District Cattlemen Association Bursary

Sophie Shaffer: Burns Lake Teacher’s Union-Member Child Scholarship, Burns Lake Teacher’s Union-Rudi Bisenburger Memorial Scholarship, District Scholarship, Pathway to Teacher, Education Scholarship, Paul Jean Community Foundation Scholarship, VA Montaldi Award

Alana Short: District Scholarship, Lakes Electric Senior Girl’s Basketball Bursary Savannah Nathaus: CUPE-Club 91 Scholarship, District Scholarship, Marmon Meghan Stanley: District Scholarship Financial Management Scholarship, Pierce Brandon Strizich: District Scholarship Hofer Memorial Scholarship, Harris and Co. North Central Council 2015 Bursary Connor Vossen: Babine Forest/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship Chase Palmer: Tina Vien Memorial Scholarship, District Scholarship

Tristen Puglas: Archie Strimbold Memorial Bursary, Dennis Hiatt Memorial Mudbog Society Bursary, District Scholarship, LDM Trades Scholarship, Robert Luggi Memorial Bursary Tyler Sam: Barteaux Scholarship

Kandice Wainwright: District Scholarship, Vanderhoof and District CO-OP Association Bursary Katie Watts: Lakes Electric Senior Girl’s Basketball Bursary, Bulkley Valley Credit Union Bursary, District Scholarship Kelly Zimmer: Burns Lake and District Healthcare Auxiliary Bursary, District Scholarship

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Matthew Brodie

Kiana Charlie

Taylor Bysouth

Kayla Burt

Congratulations to

Latoya Charlie

Congratulations 2015 Graduates!

Taylor and her fellow graduates. Love Mom, Dad, Kaitlin & Blair

Liam Clovis

“

“Do not seek to follow exactly in the footsteps of those that have gone before you; but rather seek what they sought.”

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.

Matthew Corliss

~ Henry David Thoreau

This fall begin a new challenge. Meet with a CNC Advisor, explore careers, programs, and let CNC Lakes help you plan your new educational path.

2015 FALL • • • •

Administrative Assistant Adult Education Focus Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Courses Online

2016 SPRING

• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Carrie Crouse

Seneca Crouse

Shaye Dezamits

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Congratulations As you turn the page to the next chapter, the future is yours to write. Fill it with new experiences, good people and rewarding choices that help make the world a better place.

Elise Dube

Ryley Eakin

Carrol Edmund

Emily Everett

Tyson Fehr

Zachary Funk

Janna Geisbrecht

Keeley Green

Best wishes to all the Grads of 2015!! Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako

Congratulations Marcus Michell & Best Wishes to all the

Grads of 2015!!

We wish you every success in your future.

23 - 3rd Ave., Burns Lake, BC • Ph 250-692-7526 advertising@ldnews.net • www.ldnews.net

“

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” ~ Nelson Mandela

To the Graduates of 2015... Congratulations to all of you

for this major accomplishment in your lives.

Whether you choose to continue your education or begin a career, do it with dedication and enthusiasm. Life should be about taking chances and feeling fulfilled. You are the only one who decides how to make that happen.

Please have a safe and enjoyable celebration!

DECKER LAKE FOREST PRODUCTS

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Congratulations to

Kolby Marr & all the Grads of 2015! Shade Hartley

Justus Herlyn

Silias Joseph

“

Brandon Larsen

Don’t live down to expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable.

From staff and management at

418 Yellowhead Hwy., Burns Lake

250-692-7213

~ Wendy Wasserstein

CONGRATULATIONS from

Jenna Bett

Zach Funk

Emily Everett

Justin Leach

Brooklyn Maher

...to all our employees’ graduates. We wish you success in your future endeavours! Brittanie Raasveld

Kelly Zimmer

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LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL

GRADS OF 2015!

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Wednesday, June 10, 2015

LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL

GRADS OF 2015!

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Congratulations to

Kolby Marr

We are so proud of you! Love Mom, Dad and family

Justin Leach

Brian Little

Brooklyn Maher

Kolby Marr

Nicole Martens

Tye McEntire

Elizabeth Michell

Marcus Michell

Jean Marr Investors Group, Consultant

Cell: (250) 691-1641 Investors Group Financial Services Inc.

Fax: (250) 692-3685 jean.marr@investorsgroup.com

23 - 3rd Ave., Burns Lake • 2430 Butler Ave. Houston

Congratulations to

Cher Sampson Miles Shepert Rylan Plante-Crough and all the Graduates in the Lakes District area. Best wishes for the future! From Chief & Council

WET’SUWET’EN FIRST NATION

“

Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Congratulations to our employees...

#2 166 Highway 16 BURNS LAKE

250-692-7900 Pizza, pasta, wings, donairs & gluten free crust www.canadian2for1pizza.com

Carrie Crouse

Justin Leach

f & all the Grads o

2015!

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Congratulations Tennille Paulson Chase Palmer Sarah Burleson Shay Craig We wish you all the best in the future.

Austen Murray

Savannah Nathaus

Chase Palmer

Ariel Patrick

Love from your Paulson families

Congratulations Austen Murray Clint Patrick

Trisha Patrick

Emma Peters

“

And all the graduating Class of 2015!

Tristen Puglas

Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.

May this be the beginning of many achievements in your life! From all of us at

~ Dr. Seuss

135 Roumieu Dr., Burns Lake Phone: 250-692-0023

www.industrialtransformers.ca

Congratulations to Taylor Bysouth for winning the

Rotary of Burns Lake Bill Petersen Award Bursary

Rotary Club of Burns Lake

www.rotaryburnslake.org

& Best wishes for the future to all the Grads!

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

School(Nechako District No. 91 Lakes) Congratulations Class of 2015! Here’s hoping all of your dreams come true! Your hard work and dedication have taken you to this point, and we know you’ll continue to achieve great things in the future. Keep up the great work. Best wishes, graduates! Brittanie Raasveld

Tessa Sam

Tyler Sam

Cher Sampson

Sophie Shaffer

Alana Short

153 E. Connaught St. Vanderhoof, BC

Congratulations to the

Graduating Class of Lakes District Secondary School Well done to each and every one of you! Best wishes for an exciting future filled with new beginnings.

John RUSTAD, MLA Nechako Lakes Phone: 250-567-6820 1-877-964-5650 Fax: 250-567-6822 E-mail: John.Rustad.MLA@leg.bc.ca Website: www.JohnRustadMLA.bc.ca

“

All successful people men and women are big dreamers. They imagine what their future could be, ideal in every respect, and then they work every day toward their distant vision, that goal or purpose. ~ Brian Tracy

Congratulations SHERATON SAWMILL & PACIFIC TIMBER

Marcus Michell

Brian Little

Connor Vossen

Jarrett Stanyer

And all the graduates of 2015... we wish you all the best for your future!

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Congratulations Lake Babine Nation

LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Would like to congratulate the

class of 2015

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA Lakes District Campus:

Adult Dogwood ......................... Jennifer Abraham Adult Dogwood ......................... Chandelle Abraham Adult Dogwood ......................... Stacey Hurford Adult Dogwood ......................... Constine Michell Adult Dogwood ......................... Stephanie Pierre Adult Dogwood ......................... Lucille West Adult Dogwood ......................... Hazel Williams ABT ............................................ Lisa Alec ABT ............................................ Samantha Michell ABT ............................................ Philine West Carpentry Level 2 ...................... Luke Adam Carpentry Level 2 ...................... Richard Dominic Carpentry Level 2 ...................... Bradley Williams Pipe Trade Foundation Level ..... Frank MacDonald Pipe Trade Foundation Level ..... Clayton Salmon Pipe Trade Foundation Level ..... Ryan West SSWK UT Diploma ..................... Yvette Pierre SSWK UT Diploma ..................... Verna West SSWK UT Diploma ..................... Tanya Brown (Williams) Environmental Field Assistant ... Stuart Williams Heavy Equipment Operator ...... Kyle Alec Heavy Equipment Operator ...... Dwight Michell Heavy Equipment Operator ...... Dillon Patrick Heavy Equipment Operator ...... Kim Peter Prince George Campus

Ryne St. Jean

Meghan Stanley

Brendan Swenson

Jonathon Thomas

Jarrett Stanyer

Brandon Strizich

Professional Cook Certiﬁcate: Sherayah Haizimsque & Keshia Lowley

LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL: Brendan Alec Devon Alec Kiana Charlie Latoya Charlie Carrie Crouse Silias Joseph Tristen Puglas Tessa Sam

Chiko Bertacco Seneca Crouse Travis Patreau Ariel Patrick Clint Patrick Trisha Patrick Elizabeth Michell

Connor Vanderkooi

Connor Vossen

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 57 (PRINCE GEORGE): Geralyn Charlie Jason Lowley

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Lavina Davis

SMITHERS SECONDARY: Ashley Wilson Lucas Groves

Soliel Desjardins

HOUSTON SECONDARY: Sydney Morgan

Alyssa Larson

GRASSY PLAINS SECONDARY: Peter Joseph

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 73 (KAMLOOPS): MacKenzie Manuel

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA: Bernadette Lacerte (Bachelor of Education Degree) Jackie Williams (Bachelor of Education Degree)

VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY: Cassie Siebert

(Natural Resource Protection)

Congratulations

Congratulations Kandice Wainwright May the next steps you take toward your future be filled with adventure, passion and wisdom.

Kandice Wainwright

~ Jim Fox

Love from your Industrial Transformers family

on your welldeserved success!

135 Roumieu Dr., Burns Lake Phone: 250-692-0023

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My father always told me, “Find a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.”

Hwy 16, Burns Lake

Phone: 250 692 3773

Life is about choices, we encourage you to make good choices and remember, you can make a difference in the world.

Congratulations!

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Congratulations LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015! Grads with photos missing:

Skyler Labbey Travis Patreau

Katie Watts

Congratulations & Many Wishes for a successful, happy future to our daughter,

Nathan Wiebe

Kelly Zimmer

GRASSY PLAINS SCHOOL GRADS OF 2015!

Martina Candice Charlie “Kay Sih’”

You did it and we’re all soo proud of you!!

Love from Dad ❤Franklin Wright

& family Mom... Darren... Baby-sis Sonya... & Family & Friends on the Southside...

❤

Martina Charlie

Peter Joseph

Mitchell Lagimodiere

Congratulations...

To our High School Grade 12 Grads: Martina Charlie and Dale Charlie To our Grads from Post Secondary: Pipe Trade Foundation Program - Johnathan Jack, Women in Construction - Hilda Jack Carpentry Level 2 - Dustin Gagnon, Heavy Equipment Operators program - Jayme Jack Chart work & pilotage, Navigation safety, Radio Operators Certificate-Maritime, Marine Emergency Duties, Small vessel Operator Proficiency - Ron Vanzetta. Marine Emergency Duties, Radio Operator Certificate - Michael Charlie Marine Emergency Duties, Radio Operator Certificate - Daniel Troy Camp attendant Program - Kaleela Peters, Oliver Balogh, Evelyn Hudson, April Gagnon, Charlene Peters, Geraldine Charlie, Hilda Jack, Christon Charlie, Terry Lynn Peterson, Tara Quaw Social Worker Diploma Program - Ashley Burt, Bachelor of Arts - Jessi Jack, Juris Doctor Law Program - Mavis Benson Class 1 - Junior Charlie, Air Brakes - McKinnion Charlie, Social Worker Certificate - Vanessa Jack

and to all the Grads of 2015!

Congratulations for all Students working towards a better future.

Cheslatta Carrier Nation Chief & Council, Staff and Membership