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Morrison Mine’s
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A final decision will be made in less than 30 days FLAVIO NIENOW
Minister of environment Mary Polak has lifted the suspension of the environmental assessment of the Morrison Copper/Gold Mine project. The time period remaining for the environmental assessment of the Morrison Mine project is 30 days, ending on July 9, 2015. Morrison Mine’s environmental assessment had been suspended after the Mount Polley Copper/Gold Mine disaster. In June 2014, a massive dam holding the toxic waste water from the Mount Polley mine collapsed, releasing 25 million cubic metres of contaminated water and mining waste, contaminating lakes, creeks and rivers. Earlier this year, the province’s 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 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 position that the Morrison Mine project has been designed “using best available practices and could be safely constructed, operated, and closed to protect the environment.” Polak’s decision implies that the responses ...see MORRISON MINE
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Is Burns Lake water safe?
MICHAEL RIIS-CHRISTIANSON Although local drinking water is regularly subjected to more than 50 different tests, Burns Lake is one of several hundred Canadian municipalities that doesn’t check potable water for all harmful contaminants. Health Canada’s 2014 Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality gives Maximum Acceptable Concentrations (MACs) for 75 substances considered harmful to humans. Records provided by the municipality last week indicate that Burns Lake tests its tap water for less than a third of them. Northern Laboratories’ May 25, 2015 analytical report on a water sample drawn May 4, 2015 from one of the municipality’s three deep water wells on
Gerow Island lists test results for only 15 of the 75 contaminants listed in the Canadian drinking water guidelines. Other documents available through Northern Health, Burns Lake’s other testing agency, indicate that village water is checked regularly for the bacteria Escherichia coli (commonly referred to as e. coli) and total coliforms, two additional measures recommended by Health Canada in its Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. While Burns Lake regularly tests its water for such well-known harmful mineral contaminants as antimony, arsenic, boron, cadmium, lead, mercury, and uranium, the Northern Laboratory and Northern Health reports suggest it does not check regularly for such substances as benzene, carbon ...see WATER ▼ P6
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Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Ootsa Lake residents express concern over birds’ nests
Chief Wilf Adam opposed to the mine because it is located near the Ministry of forests officials say there is salmon area MORRISON MINE from ▼ P1 by Pacific Booker Minerals provided a sufficient basis on which to lift the suspension order for Morrison Mine. The proposed project will be located 65 km northeast of Smithers and 35 km north of Granisle. The $517-million project is a conventional open-pit 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 part-time, full-time and temporary workers during the two-year construction period and another 661 parttime, 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 close to $900 million in tax revenues over its life span. Lake Babine Nation’s chief Wilf Adam, who has stood against the proposed mine, said there will be consequences if the project moves forward. “We will fight it vigorously as it’s not right to put a mine right in the middle of our last wild salmon area,” said Chief Adam. “I have asked the B.C. government not to do this and will reevaluate our dealing with this government; that’s how strong we feel about this proposed mine.”
nothing to worry about FLAVIO NIENOW
Multiple reports from residents who live out near Ootsa Lake say high water levels in the lake are threatening ospreys and seagulls nests. Despite the concerns from residents, officials for the ministry of forests, lands and natural resource operations, as well as officials for Rio Tinto Alcan, the company that manages the Nechako reservoir which Ootsa Lake is a part of, remain unconcerned. “High water levels may impact one or two low-lying nests, but overall the impact on osprey nests should be minimal,” said Greig Bethel, Public Affairs Officer for the ministry of forests, lands and natural resource operations. “The gulls in the area (mew/bonaparte gulls) don’t use snags for nesting, so there are no concerns for them.” The high water levels in the Nechako reservoir are the result of normal to above-normal snowpacks in the region, in combination with rainfall that resulted in very high inflows. According to Claudine Gagnon, Spokesperson for Rio Tinto Alcan, the Nechako reservoir received above normal inflows all winter. “In addition to extreme levels of precipitation from rain and late snowfalls, an early spring runoff brought the reservoir level up quickly,” she explained. The Nechako reservoir level allowance is 2800 feet. Currently, the reservoir is 14 feet of water above the maximum allowance. Rio Tinto Alcan is managing the reservoir through releases at Skins Lake spillway to minimize downstream flooding on the Nechako River. “The reservoir is currently in what is called a surcharge where we are holding back,” explained Gagnon. However, according to Bethel, water levels at the reservoir are starting to decline. “The ministry is aware that the water level in the [Nechako] reservoir was elevated and at full pool [normal maximum operating level], but it appears that the reservoir started to decline over the weekend,” he said. “Water levels are expected to continue to drop.” Gagnon agreed by saying that if the weather pattern continues as it has been the past couple weeks, the reservoir level will back within the 2800 feet level very soon. Rio Tinto Alcan held a meeting to clarify information on reservoir levels and address any questions the public might have had on June 18, 2015, at the Wisteria Church on the Ootsa Nadina Road.
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Flavio Sachett Nienow
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The view from the East Coast
Is America missing the point? Last Wednesday evening, nine people were shot dead at a historic black church in Charleston, South Carolina. The shooting was considered a hate crime. Politicians and media outlets have approached this tragedy from different angles. On Thursday, president Barack Obama’s speech addressed the shooting by pushing for a change in gun laws, or at least a change in public opinion regarding gun control. “Every country has violent, hateful or mentally unstable people,” he said. “What’s different is not every country is awash with easily accessible guns.” Other politicians went in a different direction and talked about the long-lasting presence of racism in America. “It’s tempting to dismiss a tragedy like this as an isolated incident, to believe that in today’s America bigotry is largely behind us, that institutionalized racism no longer exists,” Hillary Clinton said in a speech in San Francisco. “But despite our best efforts and our highest hopes, America’s long struggle with race is far from finished.” But it seems that while some are discussing gun laws and others are talking about racism, we might be missing the point entirely. Not all mass shootings in America have been motivated by racism; and although restricting access to guns in the United States would be a smart first step, there’s no guarantee that doing this would put an end to these kinds of violent acts. What all these mass shootings have in common, however, is that they were committed by individuals who had mental health issues. Although it hasn’t been proven that this shooter, Dylann Roof, was mentally ill, most forms of extreme hatred are in themselves forms of mental illnesses. It takes more than racism to walk into a church and shoot nine human beings. Being racist, although it is completely unacceptable, does not make you think it is okay to shoot nine people in a church. Mental illnesses do. Maybe what we should be talking about is how to recognize signs of mental illnesses in the people that are close to us. What we should be asking is - when do behaviours become worrisome? What are the steps people can take when they suspect someone might present a threat? Who can they talk to? How should families act? How should teachers act when they spot a suspicious behaviour? Someone must have been close to this Charleston shooter, as well as all the other shooters that have committed similar kinds of crime. Maybe a parent, a family member or a teacher spotted a suspicious behaviour. So the main question is - how do we identify these worrisome behaviours and how should we act when we recognize them? This might be a complicated and sensitive subject (which is exactly why we should be discussing it). We can’t simply invade someone’s privacy or accuse someone of something they haven’t even done. However, there should be mechanisms in place to address these sorts of concerns and help us take appropriate action. Every time these mass shootings take place, the media always talks about the lives of the perpetrators. The stories seem very similar – the person was isolated, had extremist beliefs, or had even committed small crimes. When we hear these stories, we always think that someone should have intervened. Mock school shooting exercises are becoming fairly common in North America. I even participated in one when I was studying in Newfoundland. One student in our college had refused to be a part of the exercise. I spoke to her afterwards and she said something that stuck with me. She said she “refused to be trained to be a victim.” The point she was trying to make was that instead of training people on how to behave as “victims,” we should be expanding the discussion about mental illnesses - how to recognize worrisome behaviour and how to proceed when we suspect something might be wrong.
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I’ve just spent two weeks viewing events from the opposite side of Canada, in and around St. John’s Newfoundland. It’s the same country, but you wouldn’t know it sometimes. Here on the West Coast, “kayaktivists” paddled around a Shell offshore oil drilling platform being serviced at Seattle, striking poses of resistance for the media from their petroleumbased watercraft. Meanwhile at Bull Arm outside St. John’s, work continues on a massive “gravity-based structure” that will soon be drilling into the Hebron oilfield 350 km offshore. It will have living quarters and drill rig above and a tank with capacity for 1.2 million barrels of crude below. Offshore oil has turned St. John’s into a boomtown. With one industrial park nearing capacity on the edge of town, a second is under construction. Locals call it “Dannyland,” after its developer, former premier Danny Williams. St. John’s Airport is buzzing with flights back and forth to Edmonton and Fort McMurray, and crew helicopters shuttling back and forth from offshore oil rigs. Tourism is picking up, with a new cross-Canada ad campaign and WestJet starting service to Dublin and London. A foreign supplier won a contract for tankers to bring oil ashore. With no media-connected environmental groups to steer the subject to far-fetched disaster scenarios, debate in the Newfoundland and Labrador legislature turned to concerns about maintaining local employment. Outside the city, parallels with B.C. become evident. Tiny towns struggle to hang on as young people choose opportunity over isolation, and the only expansion is at church graveyards. While cities struggle with high housing and recreational property costs, homes in remote areas are going for a song. Up north in Labrador, a hydroelectric dam at Muskrat Falls is under construction. Its $8 billion estimated price tag is in the same range as BC Hydro’s Site C project on the Peace River, which will part a sea of protesters and lawyers and move ahead this summer. Nalcor Energy, Newfoundland’s electrical utility, is dipping into contingencies in an effort to keep it on time and on budget. Here on the Left Coast, enviros and the Green Party rail against hydro as well as oil and gas, and of course you can’t even mention nuclear. Climate activism proceeds in a logical vacuum in these parts, as it often does in Europe. Prime Minister Stephen Harper signed on to a farcical “carbon free in 85 years” pledge at the G7 meeting in Germany. But hey, it’s an election year, not a time for serious discussion of issues. Imperial Oil’s Kearl oilsands mine at Fort McMurray has started production from its $9 billion second phase, with the help of many Newfoundlanders. Production continues to grow, heavy oil prices have surged with paving season, and large-scale liquefied natural gas export plans begin to take shape in B.C. With the legislature about to be recalled to endorse the Petronas-led LNG export project, Premier Christy Clark has assembled a climate action team with representatives from industry, First Nations, local governments and a couple of professional protesters for good measure. They have an absurdly short deadline to recommend changes to B.C.’s token carbon tax, as gasoline consumption returns to pre-tax levels despite continued high pump prices. In St. John’s, another long, cold winter has finally loosened its grip after piling snow to doorknob levels. Every street in sight is being patched and repainted. The debate about new energy supplies has a more serious tone in Newfoundland. The last elected premier, Kathy Dunderdale, lost her job in the wake of winter power blackouts.
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Rueben Buhler’s case will a have a focus hearing in Burns Lake A focus hearing in the case of Rueben Buhler the man arrested in connection with a triple homicide in Burns Lake - was set for July 31, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. at the Burns Lake Provincial Court. The focus hearing reviews information and witnesses to be called for an upcoming preliminary inquiry. The date for the preliminary inquiry has not been set yet. According to the Burns Lake RCMP, Reuben Buhler remains in custody. Buhler first appeared in the Burns Lake Provincial Court on April 29, 2015, and in the Smithers Provincial Court on June 15, 2015. Buhler has been charged with three counts of second degree murder. On April 27, 2015, at 8:25 a.m., the Burns Lake RCMP attended a residence in the 200 block of Fifth Avenue in Burns Lake after receiving a report of potential foul play. Neighbours said they heard gun shots ring out around 6 a.m. Officers entered the residence and found three people, one woman and two men, dead inside. The identities of all Team three victims are still Concept not being released. The RCMP’s North Selling District Major Crime Unit is still reaching RE/MAX out to the public looking for information Franchise to solidify a timeline they have established regarding Reuben Office Buhler’s actions and Staff/ whereabouts from noon on Sunday April 26 unStore front til 9 a.m. on Monday April 27. Market Buhler owns two vehicles that he may have Share used during his travels – a 1998 red and silver Maximum dodge ram 2500, and a 1992 teal green ford Exposure mustang convertible. If you saw Reuben Buhler or any of his TO View all Our vehicles near or in any lisTings VisiT: store, coffee shop, mall, parking lot, rural area, www. etc., during these dates, remax.ca please call the Burns Lake RCMP detachOr ment at 250-692-7171. If you wish to remain www. anonymous, please realtor.ca contact crime stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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bringing awareness Kelly Turford, executive director of Lakes District Community Services (LDCS), displays the bookmark made available to local residents in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15. LDCS and the Lakes District Community Response Network (LDCRN) conducted an advertising campaign here to raise awareness of the issue. In addition to running ads and distributing posters, LDCRN members left WEEAD bookmarks at the Burns Lake Public Library and handed out WEAAD buttons. Michael Riis-christianson photo
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Doug 250-692-7692 • Henry 250-692-6710 • Office 250-692-7288 This home has been built to last with over 1800 square feet of living space. A unique home situated on 0.63 acres can be summer retreat or year round dwelling. Located on the sunny south side of Francois Lake, only minutes from the ferry landing and sandy shores. Newly renovated and ongoing upgrades include roof, windows, floors, cabinets and counter. This home currently has up to 5 bedrooms, a bathroom with another bathroom in the plans. There is a fenced garden area and outbuildings. The Seller may consider holding the mortgage. Call for more details.
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Convenient storage is accommodated underneath an upper deck that is private and offers great views. Paved driveway, double attached garage, new roof and all in very well maintained condition. Potential for in-law suite exists on the lower floor, while the upper main floor features large kitchen/dining/living room area. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, gas fireplace, tiled entrance and a 25x28 rec room invite your approval. A unique home that requires nothing but you and your family.
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Interesting 160 acre properNew ListiNg ty located on the Highway 27 corridor between Fort St James and Vanderhoof. Dog Creek dissects the southeast corner, and a wetland covers a portion near the easterly boundary. Access via Cook Road, or travel along the Dog Creek FSR and hike through Crown lands adjacent to the subject property along the southerly boundary. A healthy covering of 30 to 45 year old immature timber covers a vast portion of the westerly region. Gravel deposits need to be verified. Don’t wait to buy land.
95,000.00
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Outdoor attributes include a New price landscaped and fenced yard, paved driveway, large wrap around deck with a great view complimenting a lower covered deck. Single attached garage, unique “in deck” fire pit & raised bed flower gardens are a bonus. Amazing 2146 sq ft of living space on 2 floors offering 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 sets of french doors with a wall of south facing windows, well designed kitchen/dining /living rm that are open in concept. A large family room in the basement is easily accessed by a ground level entrance & adjacent to the laundry room. Well kept and maintained, this home requires nothing but you.
199,000.00
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New price
This 188 acre parcel of land has much to offer. Hay fields, aspen groves with mature spruce scattered throughout. A portion is reforested in healthy young conifers for future generations. The Bulkley River meanders through the lower portion of the property. Wildlife, birds and fish frequent the area. A comfortable and solid 1500 sq ft home offering 4 bedroom , 1 bathroom, large living room, functional kitchen and large covered deck provide that country feel. All located in rural community in the Northern Interior of BC. Get away from it all.
162,900.00
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Paved driveway leads to a 12x25 detached single car garage and a south facing 240 sq ft deck provides a great view of Burns Lake. A portion of the lot is undeveloped and slopes away from the homesite and offers a unique bench for development. Fully finished 972 sq ft main floor features hardwood floors from days gone by, 2 bedrooms and comfortable floor plan. The full basement is partially finished with 2 bedrooms and a clean slate for your innovative ideas.
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109,000.00
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Semi-remote. 160 acre parcel of land located 4 km off of the Highway 16 corridor East of Burns Lake. Southern aspect for the most part, this rolling ground is covered in 2nd growth pine and spruce trees with a healthy population of Aspen and Birch as well. An old sawmill site with many trails and roads to access the potential homesites. Many trees for tomorrow.
79,000.00
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Country living near Endako on a 3.65-acre flat lot that has been substantially cleared. A shop/utility room downstairs has a lot of cabinets for storage. The master bedroom has beautiful planed wood on the facing wall and in the ensuite. Upstairs the kitchen has a generous supply of beautiful, solid, custom wood cabinets, open counter space, and an adjoining dining area. The spacious living room is very well lit and the entire upstairs has custom wood ceilings. A large deck provides plenty of room on which to enjoy outdoor living
104,000.00
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New ListiNg
The cedar sided home is a “one of a kind”. Five bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large country kitchen with an exceptional amount of cabinetry, sunken living rm, a 25’ x 28’ rec room with a full length custom wall unit, and a unique 300 sq ft space suitable for a gym or hobby shop with an equal size cold room beneath. Large covered deck and compliment the entire package. Multiple storage, wood electric central heat, quality built and a first time offering to the market.
229,000.00
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Two bedroom lakeshore home on over 84 acres. Located 20 minutes west of Burns Lake along the Highway 16 corridor, 3-phase power is available to a 4000 sq ft metal-clad shop. Cedar pan-abode 864 sq ft house with a full unfinished basement, outside basement entry and a 12’x36’ deck. Upgraded windows, high-efficiency propane furnace and a wood stove/fireplace on the main floor add to the value of this country living package.
289,000.00
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New price
This home qualifies as one of Burns Lake’s earliest residences. A well maintained character home with modern conveniences. An addition was added several years ago to accommodate a bedroom with an ensuite on the main floor. A total of 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms are available. Laundry is conveniently placed by the rear entrance providing total living on one floor. This home is tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The lot is extensively landscaped and offers a paved driveway, fenced back yard and a covered front porch with a great view of the surrounding hills and Burns Lake. Classic charm being offered here.
115,000.00
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New ListiNg
You really need to see this top quality executive home in an excellent neighbourhood on over 1/2 an acre in town! Inside the home features two fireplaces, an oak & tile kitchen with brand new counter tops, a luxurious master bedroom with 4 other bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Outside there is a double garage, a large deck and a paved driveway. Top it all off with an outstanding, spacious in-law suite and you have a winner. This home must be seen to be appreciated.
317,000.00
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from the provincial government for its support of seniors to remain safe, active and independent. The village is receiving this award partially for its community consultations. The consultations included a community walkthrough, an open house and a survey. This process identified a number of priorities, including pedestrian infrastructure, such as sidewalks in high-traffic pedestrian areas. “It is wonderful that the Village of Burns Lake has received age-friendly rec-
ognition in 2015,” said Krystin St. Jean, Economic Development Officer for the Village of Burns Lake. “Being recognized for this work is another way to put Burns Lake on the map as a desirable community for all ages.” Since 2013, village staff has been working on the creation of the so-called age friendly action plan and the active 365 program that provides accessible seniors recreation programming and helps them stay active and healthy. ...see BURNS LAKE SENIORS
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Village says water is good due to source WATER from t P1 tetrachloride, haloacetic acids, and trihalomethanes, some of which are known to cause cancer. Burns Lake isn’t alone in this respect. A recent CBC News investigation found that only one of 18 major Canadian cities surveyed – Ottawa – tested its water for all 75 substances listed in Health Canada’s drinking water guidelines. Iqaluit, which tests for only 20 of them, scored only slightly higher than Burns Lake. Municipalities that don’t test their water for all 75 contaminants aren’t in violation of any federal laws or regulations. That’s because in Canada, each province decides how many tests municipalities are required to complete based on contaminants thought or known to exist in each region. In B.C., water systems with two or more connections – as well as all potable commercial or industrial water systems – must comply with the provincial Drinking Water Protection Act and Drinking Water Protection Regulation. B.C.’s health authorities (including Northern Health) are responsible for providing oversight to ensure potable water is safe from pathogens and substances known to negatively affect human health. “During my tenure, we have not tested for all substances,” Rick Martin, Burns Lake’s Director of Public Works, confirmed last week. “Northern Health is our governing body and we follow their requirements. Our risk of many substances are minimal due to source location.” Some experts suggest that failure to test potable water for all contaminants listed in Health Canada’s drinking water guidelines exposes citizens to risk. Martin, however, insists that Burns Lake’s testing program is adequate and local drinking
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Municipalities that don’t test their water for all 75 contaminants aren’t in violation of any federal laws or regulations. water is safe. He notes that Burns Lake water gets a passing grade in all but one of the more than 50 tests to which it is subjected. “Manganese concentration is higher than the (Health Canada) aesthetic objective and can cause staining, but it is not health related,” he said. “Our water is tested in four to five locations every week for chlorine concentrations, and samples are sent to Northern Health every month. We have never had a failed sample during my tenure.” Historical records confirm Martin’s statements. In its final Burns Lake water analysis report for 2013, Northern Labs noted that “all metal levels are below Health Canada’s safe limits as specified in the guidelines. “Manganese is higher than its aesthetic objective,” Northern Labs noted in 2013. “This means that the water may be visually unattractive and/or unpalatable, but is not a CHICKEN health risk.” is o ti a P WINGS, Test results avail! n e Op PORK RIB BITS, able through Northern CALAMARI, Health tell a similar PRAWNS, story. In the past two STUFFED years, that agency has MUSHROOM essentially found no CAPS, evidence of e. coli or NACHOS, any other type of coliPOTATO form in Burns Lake’s le irresistib SKINS, drinking water. Check out our ZUCCHINI Burns Lake’s potable water comes from three WEDGES deep wells located on & MORE! Gerow Island. From Around the World Friday’s postponed till Fall! NEW KITCHEN HOURS: there, it is pumped to Sunday - Tuesday: the village’s high lift 11am - 9pm station, where it is Wednesday to Saturday: chlorinated. 11am - 10pm On average, the municipality’s water system Come check out our handles 1100 cubic mefamily section! ters of water each day, ~ OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK ~ although this total spikes Hwy 16 • Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622 • Pub: 250-692-3078 significantly in summer.
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Final candidates for Lake Babine
MICHAEL RIIS-CHRISTIANSON
What was 91 is now 55. That’s the number of people seeking office in this year’s Lake Babine Nation council elections. Lawrence Lewis, electoral officer for the Lake Babine Nation, released the final candidates notice last week. While 36 names have been dropped from this year’s election slate, it’s still a crowded field. Ten individuals, including incumbent Wilf Adam, are running for chief this year. Other candidates for the top job are Frank J. Alec Sr., Victor J. Alec Sr., Anna R. Bertacco, Crystal D. Harwood, Myrtle M. Michell, former chief Emma Palmantier, Bernard Patrick, Mary Ann Poirier, and Victor Tom. Twenty-one people are hoping they’ll be one of four elected to represent the community of Woyenne, including incumbent Derek C. MacDonald. He’ll be joined by fellow candidates Kelsey M. Abraham, Scott V. Abraham, Johnathan Myles Alec, Marilyn R. Alec, Deanna F. Brown, Darcy N. Dennis, Maurice Joseph, Melvin Joseph, Dwight A.R. Michell, Fabian J. Michell, Frank Michell Sr., Darren S. Patrick, Dorothy Patrick, Murphy Patrick Jr., Bridget R.I. Peter, Donald T.B. Prince, Susie Tress, Joel T. West, Nancy Williams, and Raymond J. Williams. Thirteen candidates are vying for the two vacant council seats allocated to the community of Tachet. Eugene K. Alec, Elizabeth C. Charlie, David J.R. Findlay, Louie George, Mildred M.
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(Alec) George, (Ronald) Ron George, Heather T. Joseph, (Saint) Paul Joseph, Corrine L. Leon, Johnson Tom, and Victor Tom are all challenging incumbents Delores Alec and Leonard Lawley. The community of Fort Babine is allocated two seats on Lake Haircare for the entire family. Babine council, four more than the number of candidates seekOpen Monday to Saturday. ing them this year. Incumbents Bessie West and Fred William Call 250-692-7687 hope to return to the council table, but to do so, they’ll have to to book an appointment or drop in at #23 3rd Ave. Also follow us on Facebook at “Curlytemple Hairsalon” defeat challengers John P. West, Vickie A. West, Victor S. Wilto watch for special offers and promotions! liam, and Clara Williams. Candidates for Old Fort’s single seat arts Your pw ith on council are Raymond (Smoody) store Burns Lake Automotive CH SO MU Alec Jr., (William) Bill A. Findlay, ! E R O M Verna H. Power, Debbi L. West, and Lori M. West. *Products appear left to right Individuals nominated and secondSHOVELS Part # Description Price $ ed as candidates at nomination meet31198 48” fibreglass handle, round point shovel 36.90 31199 48” fibreglass handle, square point shovel $36.90 ings held June 5 in Woyenne, Tachet, $ 31208 8” wooden handle, square point shovel 40.68 and Fort Babine had until June 15 to 31209 30” wooden D-handle, round point shovel $42.82 $ file their candidacy acceptance forms. 31347 48” wooden handle trenching shovel 36.28 $ 31343 48” wooden handle roofers spade 49.12 Those who failed to do so had their names struck from the list of candi*Products appear left to right dates. Part # Description Price The Lake Babine Nation’s 1777 $ 32400 36” head landscape rake 87.92 $ registered voters go to the polls July 31380 16 tines, fibreglass bow rake 44.50 RAKES 33105 14 tines, 1/2” shank asphalt rake $95.84 3. Advance voting was held yesterday $ 30478 30” head, 36” comfort grip 22.88 $ (June 23). 32401 26” head, 54” fibreglass handle 35.80
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www.csfs.org ROOTS OF EMPATHY Roots of Empathy has come to an end, The program is an evidence based classroom program that has shown significant effects in reducing levels of aggression among school aged children while raising social emotional competencies and increasing empathy. This year the community hosted two programs at William Konkin Elementary School. Katie Blackwell volunteered and organize this program for the community. Blackwell said, "I am always looking for moms and volunteers to keep this program running in the Lakes District.” More information contact Katie Blackwell at lakesdistrictroe@gmail.com."
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Seniors in the park for luncheon
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“If you shall confess with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord’, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved... for there is no difference between the Jew and the Gentile: for the same Lord over all, is rich to all who call upon Him. For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” - Romans 10:9-13 /THE TRUMPET WILL SOUND
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The annual senior luncheon was held last Thursday at Spirit Square. It as a great turn out and so was the food. Anne Currie and Richard Vossen from Babine Forest Products were on hand to volunteer to cook up the hamburgers for the event.
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According to St. Jean, the village is also working on other projects that will help create a more agefriendly community. This includes the downtown revitalization project. “The downtown revitalization project not only helps make the downtown more attractive, but provides important features that assist seniors and other residents such as increased number of benches, improved sidewalks and an overall welcoming
Thank you The people of Francois Lake, the surrounding communities, and the members of St. Luke’s Church on the Lake Society wish to acknowledge and express their gratitude to
MR. JOHN KEEFE
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More than just Concrete
for his many, many (25+) years of dedicated service cutting the grass and maintaining the grounds and graveyard of St. Luke’s Church at Francois Lake.
environment that encourages seniors to walk and enjoy downtown.” Another project that will also benefit seniors is the upgrade of Eighth Avenue. “The upgrade of Eighth Avenue will include the addition of sidewalks which will help make the streets safer for all residents to walk along that corridor and have better access to some of the local health care services in our community,” said Jean. “Beyond what the village has done, many other community groups and agencies in Burns Lake also work hard to make our community age-friendly,” she added. According to St. Jean, initiatives in the age friendly action plan are not limited to seniors. Many of the initiatives provide benefits for residents who have disabilities and families with small children. “By supporting seniors, it helps make the community more inclusive and safe for everyone,” said St. Jean. Burns Lake is one of 11 B.C. communities being recognized and will receive a letter of congratulations, an age-friendly B.C. recognition award poster, along with $1000 to create a legacy project or a celebration. According to Jean, the village is considering using the $1000 to implement new seniors programming at the Lakeside Multiplex in 2016. The age-friendly B.C. recognition program is a partnership between the B.C. healthy communities society and the ministry of health, and is part of the age-friendly B.C. strategy. To date, 36 B.C. communities have received age-friendly B.C. recognition. To achieve recognition, four key steps must be taken. These include establishing an agefriendly advisory or steering committee, passing a council or district board resolution, conducting an age-friendly assessment, and developing and publishing an action plan.
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Decker Lake Trading Post celebrates 25 years
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Looking back years ago at Decker Laker Trading Post. Things look a little different but the friendly service hasn’t changed. If you have ever been out to the store you know their slogan - We have over 8000 items; we dare you to count them all is very true. Almost everyone can find something they like or want to buy at Decker Lake Trading Post.
Variety, affordable products and great customer service ensure success
Flavio Nienow Are you looking for new knives? Furniture, clothing, fireworks? It doesn’t matter. Whatever it is that you are looking for, it is probably being sold at the Decker Lake Trading Post. A few years ago, owner Lawrence Hallgren had a customer from Sweden asking for directions and looking to purchase some items. Hallgren said he helped him out and provided great customer service. The Swedish guy left, but decided to return to the shop after a few minutes. The man wanted to give Hallgren a gift to thank him for all his help - a knife only made in Sweden. Hallgren said he was extremely grateful for the gift. However, he was hoping the traveller wouldn’t notice that his shop carried almost 200 knives of the exact same kind. In fact, the slogan of the Decker Lake Trading Post is, “we have 8000 items; we dare you to count them all.” From household items, to confectionary, to clothing, to furniture - this new and used merchandise store has it all. Not to mention, the shop claims to be the largest fireworks dealer in Northwest B.C. Variety might have been one of the factors that kept the shop in business for 25 years, but it’s certainly not the only factor. Lawrence guarantees that the products they sell also have great quality.
“Our used furniture is 99 per cent solid wood; no cheap board,” he said. The Decker Lake Trading Post started in July of 1990, including two buildings and a gas station. Lawrence runs the business along with his wife Helen and their daughter Janet Macadam. Needless to say their 25 years in business have given them many stories to share. When asked about memorable moments, their answer was quite simple. “We have one every day,” they said laughing. “I would say that I love my job because in the summer we have people from all over the world that stop and visit,” said Macadam. “Lots of interesting people.” In the shop’s visitor book, where customers can leave their mark, there are signatures of visitors from Australia, England, Belgium, France, United States, Holland and Spain. The business is located by Hwy. 16 in Decker Lake, which means that all drivers passing through town can see their business façade. Although locals also purchase from the shop, Lawrence said that 80 per cent of customers are people driving through the highway. “A lot of tourists come up from the coast or in from Alberta and go up the Alaska Highway to the Yukon,” explained Lawrence. “When they come back they come through this way.” Together, Lawrence and Helen have had 10 grandchildren and one great-grandson. They still don’t know if their offspring will take over the business in the future. What is clear, however, is that the couple has no plans to retire anytime soon. “When I started the business in 1990, I was 50 years old,” said Lawrence. “I had big visions of retiring when I was 55; then I changed it to 65; and now it’s 85.” What they don’t say - but is clear to anyone who walks in - is that their charisma and great customer service is one of the factors behind their success. In fact, the shop’s variety, affordable prices and great customer service make it extremely hard for people to leave empty handed.
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Opening Ceremonies 12 pm – Spirit Square Welcome Speeches Happy Birthday Canada Cake Recreation Fair Children’s Activities Dragon Boat Scavenger Hunt – Deadman’s Island
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STREET VENDORS: Jamberry
Watkins by Karen
Jeunesse JK Apparel
Wynter Nova Naturals
Blue Zone Clothing
It Works Global Butterfly Dreams
Scentsy
Silpada & Niche
Sweet Fix: Artisan Mavis Dumont Arts Chocolates Maggie’s South Hill Designs Creations Interiors by Jill
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STAGE ENTERTAINMENT: Lakes District Community Choir Lake Babine Nation Hereditary Drummers and Dancers Burns Lake Highland Dancers The Tweedsmuir Fiddlers
Opening Ceremonies 12 pm – Spirit Square Welcome Speeches Happy Birthday Canada Cake Recreation Fair Children’s Activities Dragon Boat Scavenger Hunt – Deadman’s Island
FREoEgs
Hot D r & Wate
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Acoustics Anonymous
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS:
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The Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association’s seventh annual Bike Camp wrapped up recently. Fifty-six children and 13 adults attended this year’s event, which started in early May and ran for six Wednesdays. Experienced cyclists from the Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association (BLMBA) and Lakes District Secondary School’s mountain bike team provided registrants with hands-on instruction in this fast-growing sport. “Participants learned cross-country and downhill skills, gained confidence on the bike, rode new trails, and had a blast,” said BLMBA member and organizer Susan Russell. Three participants (Janet Wilson, Cherelle Finstad, and Tina Giesbrecht) even felt comfortable enough on their bikes to venture onto some of BLMBA’s downhill runs – and in the process earned the title “Tough Women”. This year’s event was made possible in part thanks to donations from two community-minded organizations. The Burns Lake & District Community Foundation provided funding for bike club T-shirts, while Burnt Bike donated the use of its shuttle van. The Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association is a non-profit society formed in 2006. Its network of trails in the Boer Mountain area northeast of Burns Lake provide some of the best mountain biking in the province.
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The 2015 forest fire season is off to a busy start. The Northwest Fire Centre currently has five active wildfires on its map. According to Olivia Pojar, Information Officer for the Northwest Fire Centre, the fires in the north region of the Northwest Fire Centre are burning in remote areas and no structures are threatened at this time. They all started in the last two weeks of May. The Lakelse River fire was first reported on June 15 and no structures are threatened at this time.
Currently, the majority of the Northwest Fire Centre has a fire danger rating of moderate to extreme. A high or extreme fire danger rating means that fires can start easily, spread quickly, and challenge fire suppression efforts. It is an indication that forest fuels are very dry and fire risk is serious. As of June 19, the areas around Burns Lake and Houston had a fire danger rating of high. Pojar explained that significant precipitation could potentially reduce the fire danger rating.
Rec Corner Canada Day Pirate Scavenger Huntenrs/tpirates will be back at
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Burns Lake COPS: looking for youth to volunteer. For more info contact Ruby Matsko (250) 692-6047 or pick up an application form at the RCMP detachment.
2015 SUMMER CAMPS
Sign up for all our great summer camps! Don’t miss your spot! Canoe Kids, Outdoor PlaySpace Camp, XploreSportz Camp, World cup soccer camp, drop-in theme camp, future you camp and our new addition... summer fun Aqua camp. Don’t miss out on these 8 weeks of quality programs. If you have any questions or are looking to register please contact the Lakeside Multiplex at 250-692-3817. All these camps were made possible by generous donations from local businesses within the community.
NEW CLIMBING DAYS
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! Adventure Starts Here....
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is back for the Summer! This free program starts from July 10th to August 28th and runs every Friday 1:00-2:30 at the Spirit Square. Bring your children age 6 and under and enjoy our variety of activities, including craft time and physical literacy programs. The Village Recreation staff will play with your children! Hope to see you on the Wow-Bus. (Indoor PlaySpace is temporary closed during the Summer)
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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Stacey Reynolds sings to the crowd as drummers and dancers also take part at last week’s Aboriginal Day celebration.
Open - 9:30am to 11 pm 7 days a week
Hwy 16 • Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622 • Pub: 250-692-3078
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Pet of the Week When SMURF came to Haddock House he looked like an alleycat, scratched up and terrified of us. He sure fooled us, as it turns out he loves laying on you, preferably upside down, having SMURF his fur stroked. SMURF is up for adoption to someone who can respect his independence, giving him liberty to come on his own terms. Adoption interest? Call 250-692-7476. Advertising donated by LD News
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Fraser Lake Festival of the Arts: Calling all quilters, artists, musicians, poets etc. Festival will be Aug. 8. Call (250) 699-1234 or email: festivalofthearts@gmail.com
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Cheslatta Carrier Nation wants solution for flooding “This fight for a solution is very personal to me as a leader,” says Chief
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(L-R) Chief Corrina Leween and Councillor Ted Jack of Cheslatta Carrier Nation, both spoke to a group of approximately 30 people down at Cheslatta Lake. Chief Leween said, “ “Our people have been dealing with the repetitive flooding of the Cheslatta Lake year after year,” said Leween. “Each time it happens we gather people and go down to Skatchola and Belgatchek and clean up the shoreline; always looking for bones of ancestors.” uncles are amongst the graves that have been washed away.” out the framework for a permanent solution. Flavio Nienow In total, since 1952, flooding and erosion have caused over 60 graves to be washed away, and the remains are somewhere in the waters of Cheslatta Lake. In 1952, Cheslatta Carrier Nation had three large cemeteries on Cheslatta Lake - one at the west end on a high hill, one at Skatchola, and a large cemetery at the Belgatchek village. In total, there were about 200 graves. These cemeteries were completely inundated in 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1961, 1976, 1992, 2007, 2010, 2011 and 2015. “Our people have been dealing with the repetitive flooding of the Cheslatta Lake year after year,” said Leween. “Each time it happens we gather people and go down to Skatchola and Belgatchek and clean up the shoreline; always looking for bones of ancestors.” The employees at Babine Forest Products would According to Mike Robertson, Senior like to thank the businesses that donated prizes Policy Advisor for Cheslatta Carrier Nafor their June 13th golf tournament. tion, pieces of caskets and even a human shin bone have been found this year. ACKLANDS MOTION CANADA Last Tuesday June 16, approximately 30 people joined Cheslatta Carrier NaAJ FORSYTH NADLEH tion leaders on a tour of the Cheslatta WHUT’EN Lake system to witness the flooding of BABINE FOREST the Cheslatta cemeteries, and the impact PRODUCTS NORCAN it has had on the lives of local families. Burns Lake resident Alan Blackwell, BATER ELECTRIC NORTH AMERICA who grew up on the Southside, said he INC has watched this flood every year since it CHINA MOON first started. OVERWAITEA COMACT “It’s a devastating situation,” said Blackwell. “Every year there are all kinds of huPIONEER TECH HOME man bones floating around in the river.” HARDWARE SULLIVAN MOTOR “Each Cheslatta member has relatives either buried or washed away and are PRODUCTS KAL TIRE all affected by the reoccurring flooding USNR of our lands,” said Chief Leween. “This KJM fight for a solution is very personal to me VARSTEEL LAKE BABINE as a leader.” According to Cheslatta Carrier NaNATION WESTERN tion leaders, the ultimate solution for this EQUIPMENT LINO’S yearly flood remains 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. “This would allow reservoir water to be released directly into the Nechako River, completely bypassing the Cheslatta system,” explained Robertson. Cheslatta Carrier Nation signed a memorandum of understanding with the B.C. government in March of this year, laying
Each year, Cheslatta members gather on the shores of the Cheslatta Lake searching for remains of their loved ones. “Each year the members of our nation re-live that devastation of knowing their ancestors are somewhere out in the lake,” said Cheslatta Carrier Nation Chief Corrina Leween. “My grandparents; great-grandparents; aunts and
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Cheslatta Carrier Nation has been engaged in discussions with Rio Tinto Alcan since May 2012, looking at options and solutions. The next meeting with Rio Tinto Alcan is scheduled for July 6, 2015. Robertson said it's still premature to comment on the July 6 meeting, but said that the community has been pressuring Cheslatta leaders to come to an agreement with Rio Tinto Alcan. “We will no longer tolerate the lack of attention,” said Robertson. “We are frustrated and angry.” “We need to get Rio Tinto Alcan and the province of B.C. seriously on board with us to find a solution to the on-going problem,” added Chief Leween. Kevin Dobbin, Spokesperson for Rio Tinto Alcan, said the company works closely with Cheslatta Carrier Nation, District of Vanderhoof, Nechako Bulkley Valley Regional District and Southside residents, and will continue to do that in order to explore possible options to resolve this issue. “We remain committed to these discussions and look forward to working with our stakeholders,” Dobbin said. Meanwhile, the water levels at the Nechako reservoir remain a concern. The Nechako reservoir level allowance is 2800 feet. Currently, the reservoir is 14 feet of water above the maximum allowance. Rio Tinto Alcan is managing the reservoir through releases at Skins Lake spillway to minimize downstream flooding on the Nechako River. The spillway flow went up to 500 cubic meters per second on May 26, 2015, but has been reduced to 400 cubic metres per second. According to Robertson, 500 cubic metres per second is the second highest ever sustained flow. “The reservoir elevation concerns us because the possibility of a heavy rain could raise levels dramatically and cause catastrophic releases,” he said. Understand the situation The annual flooding of the Cheslatta system is due to Nechako reservoir’s elevation management flows. 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 water flows and massive erosion have caused extensive flooding of the Cheslatta Lake waterway system. The constant influx and retreat of water levels mean 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.
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With heavy hearts the family of Larry Klassen announces his passing at Lakes District Hospital on June 15, 2015, one month shy of his 67th birthday. Larry was predeceased by his father Peter, mother Helen, brother Donald, brother-in-law George, father-in-law Herman and infant grandson Linden. His is survived by his wife of 44 years Cathy, daughters LaFawn (Rick) and Tammy (John), son Byron (Joni) and grandchildren Derek, Aryn, Brooklynn, Matthew and Alexzander. Larry is also survived by his siblings Faye, Dorothy (Jake), Ron, Ken, Norman (Mary), mother-in-law Anne, Cathy’s siblings Abe (Eva), Betsy (Gordon), Jake, Aneta (Bruce) and numerous nieces and nephews. Larry spent most of his life in the Burns Lake area providing for his family and enjoying small town rural living. Larry was a quiet and humble man, well respected by all that knew him. Many people in the community benefited from his kindness and generosity. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the BC Lung Association in Larry’s name. No service by request
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DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES Lake Babine Nation (also Nat’oot’en Nation) is a Babine band government originally based around Babine Lake. Its main community has been in Woyenne, near Burns Lake. Other year-round communities include Tachet, on the west side of Babine Lake and Wit’at (Fort Babine) at the end of the northwest arm of the lake. Seasonal communities include Nedo’ats (Old Fort) at the north end of the lake and Donald’s Landing (Pinkut Nation) toward the south end. The nation consists of roughly 2,000 members, living both on and off reserve. Woyenne, with approximately 940 residents,[1] is adjacent to the community of Burns Lake, British Columbia, but has its own preschool, kindergarten, daycare, and adult learning centre. The Nation’s main band office is located in Woyenne. The Lake Babine Nation (LBN) is seeking an experienced Health Director who will take on a variety of challenges and opportunities and play an integral role in the continued reinforcement of a vision for a healthy and prosperous community. THE CANDIDATE: The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director and provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the Health Department staff in the provision of health promotion and education as well as complement social development programs to the LBN citizenship. While leading the overall planning, development and implementation of new health initiatives, the Director of Health will also oversee the continuous monitoring, evaluation and improvement to current service delivery. This opportunity will be attractive to a senior Health Director passionate about providing innovative and culturally relevant preventative health programs for First Nations and who possesses the following key requirements: t A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Health Administration, Business, Public Administration, or any other relevant field combined with 5 years of directly related experience in program planning and community development in the area of health, or an equivalent combination of education and experience t Strong knowledge of best practices in First Nations health education and promotion through community based programs and experience developing strategies for effective service delivery to First Nations t A proven ability, desire and commitment to mentor and train staff while building community capacity t Demonstrated senior management and administrative skills including: leadership, coaching and team building, financial management, strategic planning, policy development, human resource management, change management, and project management; t Superb verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with a variety of stakeholders including health organizations and professionals, senior levels of government, and community members t Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to secure as well as maintain funding for community based health programs and services t Strong knowledge & understanding of the Lake Babine Nation, its history, culture and language, is a definite asset t Ability to travel as required and willingness to relocate to the Burns Lake, BC area. A competitive compensation package with full benefits is offered for this senior health management opportunity located in the Burns Lake, BC area. If you are interested in this exciting role, please provide a cover letter and resume in complete confidence by Friday, July 17, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. to: Beatrice MacDonald, Human Resources Email: beatrice.macdonald@lakebabine.com Fax: 250-692-4790 Only those short listed will be interviewed
Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a Vancouver based mine company which operates a 16,400 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. The Mine Maintenance Team ha expanded to the meet the challenges of the Main Zone Optimization (MZO) Project expansion.
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NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE
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19 June 2015
Hiring one part-time and one full-time for labour on fruit truck. Seeking high energy individuals. Some heavy lifting is required.
Reservoir Elevation: 853.43m (2799.98 ft.) SLS Discharge: 400 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 514m3/s Vanderhoof: 652 m3/s Higher than expected reservoir inow delayed the reduction of spillway discharge by a few days. The long range weather forecast is now much drier. If the trend of reducing inow to the Nechako Reservoir continues Skins Lake Spillway discharge will be reduced to 322 m3/s on Saturday morning. Based on the current forecast water level in the Nechako River should be approximately equal to the normal summer maximum level by the end of June. Water level in Vanderhoof should drop by approximately 70 centimeters by 26 June. Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812
THE CHRONIC DISEASE Education Clinic at the Lakes District Hospital is open Tue. & Wed. from 8:30am - 4pm. The clinic provides information and teaching on various chronic illnesses such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. A doctors referral is not needed. To speak with the nurse call (250) 6922440
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.
Employment Business Opportunities HIP OR knee replacement? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply today for assistance: 1-844-453-5372.
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Lakes District Senior Citizen Housing Association Employment Opportunity Maintenance Worker QualiďŹ cations: • Physical ability to perform tasks required • Carpentry, plumbing experience • Lawn mowing, whipper snipping, gardening, snow blower and snow shoveling experience • Familiar with and respectful of individual Senior tenants needs • Valid Driver’s License / Reliable Vehicle • Provide a clear criminal record check A job Description is available at the Tweedsmuir House office between hours 10am-5pm. Please drop off a resume At Tweedsmuir House # 53 - 9th Ave, Burns Lake Fax (250) 692-3785 Mail: Box 38 Burns Lake BC V0J 1E0 Closing Date June 22, 2015 Only those selected will be contacted
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STEEL BUILDINGS. “Our big 35th anniversary sale� 20x20 $4500. 25x24 $5198. 30x30 $7449. 32x36 $8427. 40x46 $12140. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca
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Recreational/Sale OKANAGAN 5TH wheel: 2005, 35’6� & Ford 350, diesel. Both excellent shape. Asking $43,000. Ph: (250) 308-2829
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PUBLIC NOTICE 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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4x4, Gasoline, 200,000 km. UPSET PRICE—$3,500 These items are “as is, where is� and may not be exactly as described. These items can be viewed by appointment. To make an appointment call 250-692-7724 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. CMSL will accept bids until 4 p.m. July 17, 2015. All bids must be signed and submitted in a sealed envelope marked as one of the following: “Bids—Chevy Silverado—July 2015� “Bids—GMC Sierra—July 2015� “Bids—GMC Suburban—July 2015� Bids must be either posted, couriered, or hand delivered to: Comfor Management Services Ltd. 153 Francois Lake Drive, P.O. Box 788 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CMSL reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or accept the bid deemed most advantageous to the seller. For more info, call (250) 692-7724.
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Public Comment Period Metal Mountain Resources Inc. (MMR), and its subsidiary Gavin Mines Inc. (GMI), own the Dome Mountain Project, a past producing gold and silver underground mine, located 38 km east of Smithers, British Columbia (BC). Stage 1 development of the Dome Mountain Project occurred between 2009 and 2013. Stage 1 included re activation of a former underground mine, short-term ore stockpiling onsite, and direct shipment of ore to an off-site mill. In August 2010, Mines Act Permit M-237 was issued approving the Dome Mountain Mine Plan and Reclamation Program and Environmental Management Act Effluent Discharge Permit PE-104869 was issued for effluent discharge. Mine operations ceased in October 2012 and were put into ‘care and maintenance’ to focus on permitting and design work of a mill and tailings storage facility (TSF) as key components of Stage 2 development which is subject to a coordinated review by the Major Mine Permitting Office (MMPO) of the Ministry of Energy and Mines. The Stage 2 design development began in 2013 and included the planning for construction of an onsite mill and thickened tailings TSF. Stage 2 will include resumption of underground mining of the Boulder and Boulder Footwall veins. The updated mine plan is for 33 months of underground mining from Q3 2016 until Q3 2019. The TSF construction will require movement of up to 300,000 m3 of soil and borrow material. Stage 2 will also include continued operation of the 1290 Sediment Control Pond adjacent to the water treatment plant, with upgrades to handle water from the mine, mill, and TSF. The Major Mine Permitting Office of the Ministry of Energy and Mines is currently inviting public comments for the following authorizations, related to the ongoing review of the Project: File No.
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CASH CREDIT* 2015 GMC SIERRA CREW CAB DENALI 5SA
65,045 MSRP.
$ 2015 GMC SIERRA CREW CAB DENALI 5SA SHOWN
2015 GMC TERRAIN
20%
OF MSRP
6,589 CASH CREDIT*
$
2015 GMC TERRAIN SLE-2 AWD, $32,945 MSRP. 2015 GMC TERRAIN SLE-1 FWD SHOWN
WHILE INVENTORY LASTS. OFFERS END JUNE 28. ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase of a new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab, or purchase of a new or demonstrator GMC Terrain SLE-2 AWD. License, insurance, registration, PPSA and dealer administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. *Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory as of June 2nd 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. **U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).
Call Sullivan Motor Products at 250-845-2244, or visit us at 2760 Yellowhead Highway, Houston. [License #5631]