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LAKES DISTRICT NEWS Carbon dollars up in smoke

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During budget 2013 deliberations, the Village of Burns Lake had to decide whether to purchase $9600 worth of carbon credits from a fund like the Pacific Carbon Trust (PCT) in order to offset its corporate municipal carbon emissions...

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Comfor gives update The Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd. (BLCF) board held a regular public meeting on March 27, 2013.

Ongoing Burns Lake Band protest

WALTER STRONG The Burns Lake Band (BLB) continues to find itself internally divided by a conflict that shows no sign of a short-term resolution. Chief Albert Gerow, recently re-elected for a second two-year term, has been facing an increasingly dissatisfied group of BLB on-reserve band members.

Ron Charlie, elected as a BLB councillor in the last election for the first time, called for the resignation of Gerow and counc. Dan George on Feb. 5, 2013, citing a lack of transparency, and a general disregard for

on-reserve concerns and aspirations. He was supported in person by approximately 20 band members, including former BLB Chief Robert Charlie.

Two more peaceful protests followed, but on March 25, things turned ugly.

Early on that Monday morning, protesters gathered at the BLB offices to stage another protest.

“Last week we decided that enough was enough,” said Ryan Tibbetts, who ran against Gerow in the last election. “The band members decided that they needed to support Ron and

they needed to start being heard.”

The protesters put up posters and nailed boards across the BLB office doors. A video captured a physical altercation that morning between Tibbetts and George. The video was posted to the facebook page ‘Respect Project - BLB’ and later removed. The incident was referred to the RCMP. Tibbetts spoke for the protesters. He said that counc. Charlie has been denied access to financial documents, that he has been excluded from BLB council deliberations and planning, and he has been

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threatened because of his vocal opposition Gerow and George.

“In our minds, they [Gerow and George] are not representing us,” said Tibbetts. “Ron is trying to represent the on-reserve band members but he’s totally ignored.”

Gerow does not agree with Tibbetts’ assessment of the situation. He said that counc. Charlie has had many opportunities to engage with band council, but he has not acted upon them.

“Sadly, he [counc. Charlie] hasn’t shown any interest More on page 3...

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Burns Lake Volunteer Fire Department Captain Reg Leith guides firefighters Matt Moore and Jackie King through a cold-water rescue drill on March 25, 2013 on Burns Lake.

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During budget 2013 deliberations, the Village of Burns Lake had to decide whether to purchase $9600 worth of carbon credits from a fund like the Pacific Carbon Trust (PCT) in order to offset its corporate municipal carbon emissions, or to earmark the money for later use on a specific carbon reduction project within the municipality.

It is a cash-penalty approach to carbon neutrality in which emitters pay a per-tonne cash price for ‘credit’ with a broker who then uses the money to finance carbon reduction efforts elsewhere.

Council decided to keep the money in house.

One of the reasons cited for council’s decision was that a cheque written to PCT is taxpayer money that would never find its way back into the community.

A report released today by the Office of the Auditor General of British Columbia into the province’s carbon neutral government program suggests that the Village of Burns Lake was not alone in its concerns for how and where carbonoffset dollars are spent.

B.C.'s carbon neutral government initiative has been controversial since it was launched as part of former premier Gordon Campbell's climate change program in 2008. Provincial and local governments, health authorities and school districts were required to buy carbon offset credits equal to the greenhouse gas emissions from their buildings and vehicles, with the money invested in carbon-reducing projects.

According to the Ca-

Doyle’s negative assessment of the credibility of the entire program included the troubling findings that some of the companies that received money from the fund, received money for projects they would have done anyway.

"In industry terms, these projects would be known as 'free riders'," said Doyle. "Together, they received $6 million in revenue for something that would have happened anyway."

The province, which caused some consternation earlier in the week by delaying the release of the report despite widespread leaks to some media and members of the legislative assembly, categorically rejected Doyle’s conclusions.

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“We’ve got an auditor without a similar level of expertise [to the outside experts] passing judgment on these offsets that were in fact verified by these third party independent auditors. You’ve got one organization, in this case the office of the auditor general saying one thing, and eight others with expertise in the field saying something else,” said Lake. “I leave it to you and to the public to judge who can best tell whether these offsets are credible.”

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www.ldnews.net 2013 COMFOR AGM The Annual General Meeting of Comfor Management Services Ltd. will be held on

April 9th, 2013 at 6:00pm.

The meeting will be held in the Village of Burns Lake Council Chambers at 15-3rd Avenue.

The regular meeting of council will follow at 7:00pm.

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Torn posters on the ground mark the March 25, 2013, early morning protest out front of the Burns Lake Band offices. ...From page 1 in working with us,” said Gerow.

Gerow repeated what he said after the initial demand for his resignation last month: the Burns Lake Band conducts weekly staff and council meetings, holds regular public band meetings, and discloses BLB project planning and financial dealings.

As reported by the Lakes District News on Feb. 13, 2013, the Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) funding service officer for BLB reported that no financial or program irregularities had been found during Gerow’s previous term as band chief.

According to Gerow, counc. Charlie has

access to financial records as part of his elected position.

“When we hold our monthly financial meetings, our financial officer gives financial reports,” said Gerow.

For Gerow, if counc. Charlie is unaware of what council is doing, it is because he excludes himself from council meetings.

Gerow referred to Charlie’s absence from BLB offices to explain the threat that Tibbetts was referring to. Gerow said that the threat concerned Charlie’s employment with the band on two separate portfolios.

Tibbetts said the matter has been referred to a special investigator with AANDC. Comment from AANDC was unavailable at press time.

If previous comments from AANDC are any indication, the existence of a petition calling for the removal of Gerow and George cannot in itself serve as grounds for a new election.

In 2010, a protest and petition were organized calling for the resignation of BLB council, including Gerow and George. At the time, an AANDC spokesperson said that an elected council cannot be removed by a petition.

Both sides are now represented by lawyers. Despite the intransigence of the protester’s position, Gerow remains hopeful that a peaceful resolution may be found.

Burns Lake Band offices were closed for the remainder of the week.

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EDITORIAL WALTER STRONG

Stretching credibility

TOM FLETCHER

Greenhouse gas leaks from trust The Pacific Carbon Trust orchestrated a months-long campaign of calls and letters to discredit a report from B.C.’s Auditor General on its first two big carbon offset projects, before it could be released.

Just as the audit report was about to be made public, the trust, a Crown corporation created at taxpayer expense, participated in the leaking of selected critical

letters to media outlets.

Then the Speaker of the B.C. legislature, Bill Barisoff, made a final, clumsy effort to delay the release of the report.

As soon as it was out, Environment Minister Terry Lake tried to discredit it, by blustering about all the highly paid experts who swore up and down that a forest reserve near Kootenay Lake, and a gas flaring reduction project near Fort Nelson, were bona fide carbon offsets worth $6 million of taxpayers’ money.

The audit states in plain language, with charts and timelines, that the $6 million was basically given away for nothing. I look forward to further audits on this carbon offset scheme, assuming it survives after the May election, because these two projects aren’t the only boondoggles.

The Pacific Carbon Trust was set up in 2008 as part of former premier Gordon Campbell’s climate change program. To make the B.C. government’s operations “carbon neutral,” the government and all of its agencies were required to pay the trust $25 per tonne for their carbon dioxide emissions from fuel use.

In 2011 alone, B.C. universities paid $4.46 million to the trust. B.C.’s 60 school districts paid a total of $5.36 million the same year, and the province’s six health authorities paid $5.79 million. The money is supposed to go to projects that capture carbon, thus “offsetting” the heating of schools, the fuel burned by ambulances and BURNS LAKE

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so forth.

The 55,000-hectare forest reserve is known as Darkwoods. The audit shows that the Nature Conservancy of Canada decided in 2006 to buy it, using $25 million of federal taxpayers’ money. The deal closed in 2008, the same year the Pacific Carbon Trust was formed.

From 2008 to 2010, the trust bought 450,000 tonnes of carbon offset, based on independent evaluations that all rested on the assumption that Darkwoods would be clear-cut logged.

Since the forest was already owned by Canada’s leading conservancy, this assumption makes no sense.

Was the conservancy going to log it, or flip it to someone who would, after accepting $25 million in tax money to acquire it? Legally, it could not.

(I would add that the assumption that logging releases all of the carbon in a forest is also false. Lumber actually sequesters carbon for longer than trees, which eventually die and rot.)

The audit found a similar case against EnCana’s flare reduction program, which the company used on many wells before the trust started offering money. EnCana was saving money as well as reducing emissions without collecting offsets. Therefore, the audit concluded, neither of these projects was a credible offset because the emissions savings would have occurred anyway.

Here’s the next Pacific Carbon Trust project that should be audited. In a complicated transaction, the trust bought offsets from something called the Great Bear Carbon Credit Limited Partnership. Yes, this is the world-famous forest on B.C.’s North Coast that was subject to a preservation deal hammered out between the Coastal First Nations, the B.C. government and three U.S.-backed environmental groups.

That was in 2006. The offset purchases were in 2009 and 2010, years after detailed preservation areas were mapped and codified in law.

Again, the trust paid for forest that was already preserved.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com, tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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The provincial Liberal party can’t catch a break.

It’s been a while since the start of the work-week didn’t begin with the Liberals finding themselves at the centre of a fresh controversy.

Among the most recent: back-tracking on forest-tenure reform, controversy surrounding the proposed Wood Innovation and Design Centre in Prince George, the ethnic vote debacle, and most recently, the province’s auditor general report into the Pacific Carbon Trust and the carbon credit scheme.

Without trying to defend the province, it does seem fair to say that some of the recent ‘scandals’ are the result of being the governing party. As the expression goes, you have to break a few eggs to make an omelette, so the governing Liberals are going to make enemies and face criticism no matter where they fall on an issue or what decision they might make.

The NDP, B.C. Conservatives, and independent MLAs have the luxury of not having to worry about how their own policy implications would play out in the real world.

But last week’s furor surrounding carbon credits took things to a new level.

There was a palpable build-up of tension before the release of the report as the province first announced that the report would arrive, and then delayed its release despite early leaks of the document.

It appeared that there was something in the report that either the province or the Pacific Carbon Trust wasn’t ready to handle. Well, there was and they weren’t ready to handle it. In unequivocal terms, auditor general John Doyle described the provincial carbon credit program as lacking fundamental credibility.

Minister Terry Lake, speaking to media after the release of the report, was forced into the position of completely rejecting the findings of the auditor general. Citing eight independent auditing bodies (without naming them), he could only call into question Doyle’s expertise in the area.

“Who audits the auditor general?” Lake asked.

That was a real low point for the province. It was a flippant comment suggesting that Doyle lacks the ability and resources to examine the carbon credit program.

Saying that the province’s office of the auditor general is unable to cast a critical eye over the Pacific Carbon Trust because it lacks the expertise to understand it, is insulting.

Doyle wasn’t commenting on outlying theories of particle physics. He was commenting on a business model funded, essentially, by provincial, municipal and regional dollars. That is exactly his job and his expertise.

If Doyle and his office are not qualified to reach critical conclusions regarding the Pacific Carbon Trust, then where does that leave us? Lake is suggesting that we should just take ‘international’ audit experts at their word.

No thanks.

So who audits the auditor general? That’s a fair question. We all audit his findings, but it comes in the form of a vote, not in the form of a churlish rhetorical question that slanders a perfectly capable and highly respected civil servant.

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An artistic rendering of the new Lakes District Hospital scheduled to be under construction before the end of June. The preferred contractor, PCL Constructors Ltd., is Canadian company with an glowing international reputation.

Walter Strong A community open house was held on March 27, 2013, at the Burns Lake Heritage Centre to reveal the design plans for the long anticipated new Lakes District hospital in Burns Lake. Michael McMillan, Northern Health chief operating officer, spoke first at the public unveiling of architectural drawings of the new facility. “The goal is to be on site in May, and digging by June,� said McMillan.

PCL Constructors Inc. (PCL) was selected as the preferred proponent on March 12, 2013. PCL is Canada’s largest contracting company. The 100 per cent Canadian-owned company’s North American headquarters are in Edmonton, Alberta, but PCL does work on an international scale and has built 48 major medical facilities world-wide.

PCL Vice President and District Manager for B.C., Sean Brock, told the assembled crowd of about 25 that PCL strives to hire locally as much as possible, where ever a project is found. “When we built the Prince George cancer centre we needed 50 carpentry and masonry labours,� he said. “Forty-eight of them we hired locally, and two guys were brought up from the coast as supervisors.�

The existing hospital will remain operational throughout the construction process. The new facility represents a $55 million in-

vestment in Burns Lake. It will have 16 hospital beds in private rooms, each with a window view. It will provide acute care, emergency services, diagnostic imaging, a laboratory and a pharmacy. “It’s been a long road,� said Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad. “This will be a modern facility, one that everyone can be proud of not just in Burns Lake but across the north.�

Rustad said that there are approximately $2.3 billion worth of health care projects currently underway across the province.

Patients are anticipated to be moved in sometime in the Fall of 2015.

For Ralph Roy, Stuart Nechako Regional Hospital District chair, it has been a long time in coming. “My wife delivered our daughter 41 years ago in Burns Lake,� said Roy. “The nurse on duty said, I can’t wait for a new hospital.

Well here it is.�

Burns Lake Mayor Luke Strimbold expressed his satisfaction that a project of this size is about to get underway in Burns Lake.

For him, the project represents an investment in the future of the Lakes District and will encourage young families to remain in the area. “It is exciting as a recently elected mayor and as a young person,� said Strimbold. “When is the last time there was a $55 million investment in Burns Lake for health care? This is a reassurance for our community and for what the future holds.�

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Concern over treatment

Editor: I pray, work and pay my taxes.

I feel like I am as equal as yourself but yet when it comes to our local RCMP I am not treated as a equal. An incident happened and the RCMP where contacted and they asked me for a statement,

which I gladly gave.

The woman in question is being charged with assault and I stated that she also took my cell phone. The officers response to me is that "We don't have time for something as petty as a stolen cell phone." I thought to myself

isn't that identity theft?

I wanted to share my story to see if there are others being treated as I have.

They say call 911 in an emergency, how? When I no longer have a cell phone.

Terry-lynn Peterson

Misleading headlines abound

Editor: Headlines have mistakenly suggested that common-law couples are now “married” under B.C.’s new Family Law Act. This is not true.

I want to make it very clear: the new family law is not about forcing unmarried couples into getting married.

When it comes to the law’s property division rules, it’s about providing fair rules for couples who split up – and ensuring that those rules are crystal clear at the onset of a relationship.

The new family law’s model is fair: you keep what’s yours, but you share what you accrued together as a couple.

This means that property brought into a relationship, and certain property you might receive during your relationship, such as inheritances or gifts, are generally not divided upon separation, regardless of whether you are married or not. Only property and debt that a couple accrues together during their relationship is dividable.

This is similar to many other Canadian jurisdictions.

Under the outdated Family Relations Act, property division provisions only applied to

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married couples. A common-law couple could live together 20-plus years, and when they broke up the property would stay with whoever's name it was in. It would not be considered joint property and divided in half, as would be the case for married couples. This resulted in complex legal cases and often great unfairness, usually to women, as the property was more often in the man's name.

Today common-law couples have the freedom to opt-out of the property division rules by written agreement.

The agreement will allow them to divide their property as they see fit, with limited ability for the court to overturn the agreement.

It is important to note that under existing law, common-law couples are already subject to many of the same laws as married couples, such as those around income tax and wills and estates. Also, under the old Family Relations Act, common-law couples could seek spousal support.

The new Family Law Act replaces outdated legislation passed in the 1970s, and addresses the needs of modern B.C. families and shifts in societal norms.

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Thank you A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Annandale and the nursing staff at the Lakes District hospital who gave our husband and father Richard Clare such great and compassionate care while he was a patient there.

A big thank you to everyone who sent cards and flowers. Also to everyone who phoned and brought food to the house, your caring support during such a difficult time was very much appreciated.

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In 2012 the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations flew the Lakes Timber Supply Area and photographed it. This is good news!

After the area is flown the photos are flattened and stitched together. This means that as the Earth is a sphere the photos need to be fixed to remove the stretch at the edge of the photo.

Then the photos are stitched together.

This makes an orthophoto.

These photos will be for sale, but to the regular public it will be available in a lower resolution on Google Earth’s orthophoto viewer.

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The Francois-Ootsa Sportsman’s Association will hold their

Annual General Meeting on Saturday, April 13th at 7 P.M. at Takysie Lake Resort Everyone is welcome to attend and elections will be held.

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Correction In the article ‘Congratulations Burns Lake Bruins Midgets’ published in the Lakes District News March 27, 2013 issue, it should have read that the Burns Lake Bruins Midget A team represented the Northwest division. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused.

Decker Lake Whist Scores March 27, 2013 Ladies First: Sandy Dore 149 Ladies Second: Diane Killman 142 Mens First: Lyle Graham 142 Mens Second: Tom Jordsvar 142 Low Hand: Eric Schroeder Door Prize: Doris Jean

Legion Crib Scores March 21, 2013 First: Carol Everett Second: Tom Jordsvar Third: Jean McCarron Fourth: Cecile Phillips Boobie: Jim Everett

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Wednesday, april 10th, 2013 6:00 p.m. at cnc

CANADIAN MOOSE HOCKEY The Canadian Moose Travelling Hockey Team returned from Denmark last month. Eight current and former Burns Lake woman were on the team that played friendly games against various levels of competition. The only regret on the trip was not enough time.

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Comfor gives update WALTER STRONG The Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd. (BLCF) board held a regular public meeting on March 27, 2013.

Resource negotiations with PTP Clearing for the Pacific Trails Pipeline (PTP) right-of-way within the boundaries of the Burns Lake Community Forest (BLCF) is expected to begin soon.

Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd. is negotiating a resource utilization agreement regarding timber use and road building.

This season, PTP will remove approximately 1200 m3 of tim-

ber volume from within the community forest.

Part of the agreement being negotiated is that the timber will be harvested and stacked

by PTP for BLCF at no charge.

The timber will then be sold by BLCF at a healthy margin since the harvesting was taken care of

by PTP. Additional details of the agreement include road use and road upgrade agreements which should be beneficial to BLCF. A drawback for the community forest with the planned PTP project fibre harvest is, as an area-based tenure, the timber volume lost to PTP is lost for the lifetime of the pipeline.

The Burns Lake Community

Forest does not have much to say, at this point, when it comes to PTP passing through the community forest. National Energy Board regulations allow for the right-of-way even if BLCF were to oppose the pipeline.

The resource agreement being negotiated sets the framework for compensation and cooperation regarding certain aspects of the pipeline work, like road building, road maintenance, and road rehabilitation.

“We need to sign an agreement with them [PTP] in order to be compensated for the wood they are going to harvest,” said Ron Zayac, interim BLCF manager.

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Rec Corner

S & EVENTS: IE IT V TI C A Y IT N U M M O UPCOMING C Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association Bike Camp

(Ages 5 to 13) May 22, 2013 at Kegar Lake Adult Lessons start at the same time.

Please contact Susan at susanerussell@yahoo.com for more information.

Ball Hockey League registration

will be available on April 5th, 2013. Watch for details on two drop-in programs starting in April (Indoor Skateboarding and ball hockey).

Information will be available in Rec-Corner, the Village Website, and Village Recreation Facebook page over the next few weeks.

Tom Forsyth Arena is closed until dry floor is ready.

Exciting summer employment opportunities with Village Recreation, visit the Village website for job descriptions on the following position:

Summer Recreation Programmer Please visit http://www.burnslake.ca/village/ 77/employment to view the full job description.

Hi Everyone Another busy year for the arena has come to a close. The Village Recreation would like to thank all the user groups for another fun filled year on the ice and we look forward to a new season in September 2013.

Logan Wilson, Rec Coordinator

For more information, please contact: Village of Burns Lake 15 3rd Ave / P.O. Box 570, Burns Lake BC, V0J 1E0 Phone: 250-692-7587 • Email: village@burnslake.ca www.burnslake.ca or Facebook /VillageRecreation.com

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...From page 8 “If we don’t sign an agreement and they proceed, we won’t be compensated [for anything]. This is the right thing to do for the Burns Lake Community Forest.”

In a cover letter addressed to PTP regarding the resource utilization agreement, PTP was urged ‘to settle all First Nations concerns prior to beginning operations within the Nadina Forest District’.

Visual quality objectives to be reviewed As part of a 10 year planning horizon, BLCF has contracted two local forestry companies (the only two qualified local companies on the BLCF shortlist: DWB Consulting Services Ltd. and Free Growing Forestry Ltd.) to do comprehensive surveys of the community forest.

Part of the reasoning behind the decision is to put BLCF ahead of the game when it comes to timber layout.

If BLCF can be consistently two years ahead of the current year’s layout, then it can react better to changing market conditions or other contingencies.

As part of the comprehensive surveys, a number of landbase constraints will be looked at, including

OPEN MIC AT THE LEGION Oisin Carroll took the stage recently at an open mic evening at the Burns Lake Legion. There may not be a lot of entertainment in Burns Lake, but what’s lacking in quantity is made up for in quality.

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Cash for Cancer at Decker Lake Community Hall April 27, dinner, musical entertainment (featuring the band ‘Shorta Cash’) and an on-going silent auction.

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visual quality objectives (VQO).

“The Burns Lake community forest is one of the most dramatically impacted by VQO constraints,” said Zayac, because of its proximity to scenic lakes and highways.

Zayac added that with the province reentering its Local Resource Use Plan process in the Lakes District, BLCF needs to be ready to look closely at visual and other landbase constraints.

Less burning, more chipping Logging has mostly wrapped up for the season, but chipping continues for as long as logging roads can handle the traffic. The large chip pile visible along Hwy. 37 is courtesy of mountain pine beetle killed pine that would otherwise slowly go to waste.

Although the grinding doesn’t represent a reduction of roadside wastewood burning - biomass stands are being utilized, not roadside waste - they do represent newly plantable land that, once planted, ensures the health of future community forest allowable harvest levels.

Board member, Susan Schienbein, mentioned that she would like to see provincial policies in place to encourage grinding roadside slash piles. The current policy of burning those slash piles only contributes to air quality problems.

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Silent Auction Burns Lake Playschool annual bingo and silent auction April 27, 2013.

For info call (250) 692-3575.

RESCUE ME! Burns Lake Volunteer Fire Department Captain Reg Leith guides firefighters Matt Moore and Jackie King through a cold-water rescue drill on March 25, 2013 on Burns Lake. Two new rescue suits, purchased with money donated by the Burns Lake Off-Highway Truck Driver’s Association, were tested that day for the first time. There were no leaks.

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Burns Lake recently hosted an introductory session of the Aboriginal Forestry Initiative (AFI).

The program is a federally funded undertaking that aims to increase the involvement of First Nations in the forest industry by pooling the resources of the Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada and 15 other federal departments and agencies.

In Northern B.C., the program is being administered by the Prince George Nechako Aboriginal Employment and Training Association (PGNAETA). The goal of the program, according to program coordinator, Bruce Morin, is to connect people with entrepreneurial aspirations to a network of government and industry partners.

“We form a relationship with people who want to explore small business opportunities in the natural resource sectors,” Morin said. “We provide direction. We let people know what’s available and provide them with the direction they need.”

An upcoming workshop in Vanderhoof (date still to be determined) will be the last of four introductory sessions held in the region. Workshops where previously held in Burns Lake, Fort St. James and Prince George.

“Many people have really good ideas, but they run into quite a few obstacles,” Morin said of his workshop in Burns Lake last month. “We’re trying to teach people how to clear those hurdles.”

First Nations are the program’s target group, but the AFI isn’t exclusive to First Nations.

“I’ve never been one to turn anyone down who comes through the door looking for assistance,” said Morin.

For more information visit http://pgnaeta.bc.ca/ aboriginal-forestry-initiative

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Red Chamber straddles the traditional and contemporary music scene, playing ancient Chinese string band music blended with bluegrass and jazz fusion. These virtuosic performers set the stage on fire with hot licks, power and passion. Red Chamber takes its inspiration from traditional Chinese repertoire seldom heard in the west. The quartet creates a unique sound, performing repertoire that spans centuries, from the Tang Dynasty (618-907) to modern compositions. This is an exciting ensemble of masterful musicians, bringing a new sound on ancient instruments to the concert stage.

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Tickets available at: Process 4 circle arts Gallery: 250-692-3434

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s the legal representative for a deceased person, you may want to get a clearance certificate before you distribute any property under your control. A clearance certificate certifies that all amounts for which the deceased is liable to us have been paid, or that we have accepted security for the payment. If you do not get a clearance certificate, you can be liable for any amount the deceased owes. A clearance certificate covers all tax years to the date of death. It is not a clearance for any amounts a trust owes. If there is a trust, a separate clearance certificate is needed for the trust.

To request a certificate, complete Form TX19, Asking for a Clearance Certificate, and send it to the assistant director, Audit, at your tax services office. Do not include Form TX19 with a return. Send it only after you have received the notices of assessment for all the returns required to be filed and paid or secured all amounts owing.

In addition to the Form TX19, the following should also be sent to CRA, with the TX19: • a copy of the will, including any codicils, renunciations, disclaimers, and all probate documents.; • a copy of the trust document for inter vivos trusts; • a statement showing the list of assets and distribution plan, including a description of each asset, adjusted cost base, and the fair market value at the date of death and at the date of distribution, if not at the same time. Also include the names, addresses, and social insurance numbers or account numbers of the recipients and his or her relationship to the deceased. If a statement of properties has been prepared for a probate court, we will usually accept a copy, and a list of any properties that the deceased owned before death and that passed directly to beneficiaries; • any other documents that are necessary to prove that you are the legal representative; and • a letter of authorization that you have signed if you want us to communicate with any other person or firm, or you want the clearance certificate sent to any address other than your own.

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Cost: $10.00 per event per person.

Call Linda 250-692-4343 or Legion 250-692-3232

COFFEE CORNER

“Members and bona fide guests welcome”

Home Based Business Fair:

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Scavenger Hunt Saturday, May 4

Friday Night Dinner:

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ics 20. Perfectly 22. Japanese sash 25. Flower stalk 26. Bosnian ethnic group 28. Longest division of geological time 29. Hoover’s organization 32. Thigh of a hog 33. Fabric woven from flax 35. Upper limb

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Southside Health & Wellness Centre: April 2013. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10am-11am. Foot care, by appt., every Thur.

Nurse practitioner on site Apr. 5, 10, 17, 19 & 26. Youth & family mental health counsellor on site Apr. 3. Weight loss program information session 2:30pm Apr. 5. HIV & Aids workshop, lunch provided Apr. 10. Good food box pick up Apr. 10. Depression workshop Apr. 17, 1-3pm, call Heather at (250) 692-7500 or just drop in. More info: (250) 694-3270 The Burns Lake Playschool annual Bingo and Silent Auction will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2013. For more info: (250) 692-3575

Grassy Plains Gospel Church Sunday Service: 10:45 am 250-694-3329 (Church)

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

Saturday 7:30 p.m.

Sunday 10:00 a.m.

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OUR TOWN

The Lakes District Early Childhood Development Table is pleased to welcome the Human Early Learning Partnership to Burns Lake, April 17, 6pm-9pm at CNC. Join us for pizza and refreshments and discuss the importance of the EDI and what we can do to improve outcomes for children 0-6 in the Lakes District. Please confirm your attendance by calling: Tracey Eyles at 250-692-3404 or emailing lakesdistrict.sx6@gmail.com

Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551

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The Lakes District Office of the Canadian Cancer Society.

Regular hours: from 11am to 2pm on Tue., Wed. and Fri. Our local phone number is (250) 692-7203. For Cancer Information Service and Cancerconnection, the toll free number is 1-888-939-3333.

We collect used postage stamps and Campbell’s soup labels. New volunteers are always welcome!

The Royal Canadian Humane Association for British Columbia and the Yukon recognizes Canadians are looking for heroes who have risked their lives to save others. If you are aware of rescues that warrant recognition please forward information to our office.

All of the information we receive is kept confidential. Contact Rudy Berghuys at Royal Canadian Humane Association, Phone: 1-780471-2974, 1-780-499-9945 or E-mail: royalcha@telus.net .

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SUNDAY, 10:30 AM Contact: Roland & Lisa Cataford 250-692-9196 ~Everyone Welcome ~

ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH 136 - 4th Avenue, Burns Lake

Sunday Worship 10:00am ALL ARE WELCOME Ministry led by lay leaders Phone 250-692-7202

DECKER LAKE MENNONITE CHURCH Sunday Morning Services: Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Worship Services: 10:30 a.m.

Pastors - Ken Dyck 250-698-7629 David S. Burkholder 250-692-7057 Everyone Welcome Hwy 16, Decker Lake

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

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Sunday Services: 10:30 am Celebrating the Love of God Pastor Henry Washington 250-692-7464

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HOROSCOPES Week of April 3rd - April 9th ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, some conflicting signals from a friend this week might seem like trouble is ahead. But it’s more likely that your perception of the situation is a little off.

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LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, make sure you comments are not misinterpreted this week. Someone might take something the wrong way, so choose your words carefully.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may be feeling great physically, but there is a nagging problem that you simply cannot identify. Give it time and it will come to the surface.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you know what you want and do not need anyone’s approval, but you can’t help checking in with a family member this week to get a second opinion.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, channel your romantic feelings into action this week. Act sooner rather than later and make the most of your emotions while they’re strong.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, learn from the past but do not allow letdowns from the past to dictate your future. There is no guarantee that things will be repeated.

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One such case happened in Toronto just this week, when a young boy’s FIFA 13 Ultimate account was stolen, and his mother’s credit card was charged over $300 for purchases made under his account on the Xbox Live store. Unfortunately there is little most people can do about these account hijackings until Microsoft closes certain loopholes in its account recovery protocols. However, you can protect yourself from unexpected charges by removing your credit card information from your XBox Live Account after making a purchase, or by using prepaid Microsoft Points Cards for online purchases.

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IN LOVING MEMORY

Jean Katherine Reynolds Aug. 5, 1925 - Apr. 7, 2008 Mum on a winter’s day, Milked the cows and fed them hay.

Gathered the eggs and cleaned them too, Got kids ready, and off to school.

Swept the kitchen and made the beds, Baked a dozen loaves of bread.

Did the washing and mopped the floors, Dusted the trinkets and did more chores.

Split some firewood and lugged it in, Enough to fill the kitchen bin.

Cleaned the lamps and put in oil, Stewed some apples, she thought would spoil.

Folded a heaping basket of clothes, Mended ones, if they had holes.

Cooked a supper, that was delicious, And afterwards washed up the dishes.

Then shuffled the cards, and began to play, As came the end of a perfect day.

Love always Mary, Marleen, Colleen & Jack

In Memoriam Gifts ALL FUNDS DONATED

to the Burns Lake Health Care Auxiliary are used to provide financial support, equipment plus comfort and care for patients in our hospital, the Pines and all other community healthcare services.

Mail a donation on behalf of yourself or a loved one to: B.L. Health Care Aux. Box 812 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 A tax deductible receipt will be issued

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF GEORGE VAN TINE

Born in Burns Lake, June 30th, 1929 passed away peacefully on March 19th, 2013 in Sidney, B.C. George was a son of Ed and Daisy Van Tine, early pioneers of the Ootsa Lake area. The Van Tines had a guiding and fishing business around the circle of lakes. George grew up in the Lakes District and lived in Burns Lake, Southbank, Ootsa Lake, Telkwa, Pendleton Bay, Terrace and Smithers before moving to Sidney. He had a real love for family and the great outdoors.

George worked for the Forest Service for 31 years and retired in Smithers as head of Tech Services in the Regional Office. Poppa had a full life, rich with love, hard work, and a home that always had an open door to visitors.

Survived by loving wife Marjorie - Sidney, Darryl (Charmaine) - Victoria, Keith (Paula) - Burns Lake, Diana (Ron) Nelson, Shirley (Sheldon) Sidney, 8 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Eleanor Anderson - Burns Lake and brother Doug (Aneta) Van Tine - Enderby and many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by both parents, and siblings Meryl, Ruth, Florence, Buster, Chuck, Margaret, Jim, Leo, and Bill.

Interment at Burns Lake Cemetery.

Rest in peace

Information ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking that’s your business - if you want to quit drinking that’s our business. Burns Lake Meetings: Tuesday 7:30 pm Catholic Church, Saturday 7:30 pm Catholic Church. For information or transportation call (250) 692-6867 / (250) 6987325 / (778) 669-0070 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Southside Meetings: Mondays and Thursdays 6:30pm 7:30pm at Grassy Plains Gospel Church. For more information: (250) 694-3682 Anyone needing information on Alzheimer’s please call 1866-564-7533 BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010 FOOD BANK As of February 2013, clients are welcome to a box on both of the distribution days. Distribution days will be the first and third Tuesday of each month. Clients should come at 11am. 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, Box 777, Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0.

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CRISIS PREVENTION. You are not alone. Support is just a phone call away. 1.800.SUICIDE (1.800.784.2433) is a confidential, toll-free service that is available to anyone, anywhere, any time in B.C. The youth support line is 1.888.564.8336 (TEEN). The 24 hour crisis line for northern BC is 250.563.1214 and 1.888.562.1214. 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.nor thernyouthonline.ca (4:00 to 11:00 pm daily) or www.youthinbc.ca.

LOCAL HOSPICE Services are available by contacting the Hospice Coordinator at (250) 692-2448. The Hospice office, located in the Lakes District Hospital, is open every Thurs. from 10am - 4pm. A lending library of videos, books and information on bereavement is available. Please make donations to the local hospice and palliative care program payable to the Burns Lake Hospice Program, Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1EO NECHAKO RIVER

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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. No matter where you live, you can access us at the touch of a button. Toll free 1-800-321-1433 or visit www.arthritis.ca/bc The Chronic Disease Education Clinic at the Lakes District Hospital is open Tuesday & Wednesday from 8:30am4pm. The clinic provides information and teaching on various chronic illnesses such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. A doctors referral is not needed.

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Business and Loans Analyst We are seeking an individual with excellent attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to prioritize and multi task in a busy work environment. The successful applicant must have superior communication skills, be a self starter, and be comfortable working with business clientele This position requires 35 hours per week and offers a competitive salary commensurate to education and experience, as well as a benefits package.

The Business and Loans Analyst is primarily responsible for the development, analysis and recommendation of loan proposals to the Business Development Committee. This position manages the overall Investment Funds (loan) portfolio, with the goal of achieving a healthy balance between acceptable portfolio returns and providing a valuable developmental lending service to the community. This position will also provide coaching, counseling and ongoing support to loan clients.

Qualifications for the position include: 1. Commercial/Small business lending background desired.

2. Good oral and written communication skills.

3. Good crediting skills (The ability to assess risk through the analysis of business plans, financial statements/projections, proper due diligence and experience).

4. Good Investment Funds (loan) portfolio management and administration skills.

5. Competent computer hardware and software knowledge (Excel, Word, and use of Internet).

6. Effective time management and prioritizing skills.

7. Ability to provide client support services via business counseling and coaching.

8. This position requires the ability and skills to work with a wide range of community members and partner organizations.

9. Reliable transportation and a valid drivers license are required.

Please forward cover letter and resume no later than April 19, 2013 to: Jerry Botti, General Manager CF Nadina, PO Box 236, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0 250-845-2528 (fax) jbotti@cfnadina.ca

JOB OPENINGS AVAILABLE Position: Part-time Cashier

Description: Cashier/Sales Associate (seasonal) • Competitive wages.

• 24 hours a week. Start date: April 1, end date: October 30.

• Training available.

The qualified candidate will be responsible to process cash sales, assist customers with their projects, and be available to assist wherever needed.

Requirements: • Strong computer skills.

• Minimum one year experience with retail.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communications skills.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion with confidential information.

• Strong customer service.

• Ability to work with flexible scheduling and on short notice.

Position: Part-time Yard Worker Description: Yard & Warehouse worker (seasonal) • Competitive wages.

• 24 hours a week. Start date: April 1, end date: October 30.

• Training available.

The qualified candidate will be responsible to help unload freight, help customers with their orders, and assist other team members with their various responsibilities.

Requirements: • Must enjoy manual labour and the outdoors.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion with confidential information.

• Strong customer service.

• Ability to work with flexible scheduling and on short notice.

Please drop off resume in person at: Starland Supply (2000) Ltd. 165 Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake, B.C.

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Mr. Laurie Ray Cerenzie May 27, 1955 – December 11, 2012 On May 27th 1955, in High Prairie Alberta, Laurie was born into the arms of Jean and Al Cerenzie.

He came from a very modest background and was the first of nine children to begin filling the Cerenzie home with laughter, mischief, and at times, chaos.

As a boy, Laurie was masterful at leading his younger brothers into some dangerous situations with bows and arrows being shot straight into the air while they waited. Heads ducked, with or without a garbage can lid held over them, as the arrows whizzed past them, violently stabbing the ground around their feet. Then there was the time they all lost their eyebrows and eyelashes... oh yes it was Laurie, with a gas can and the burn barrel; well as you can imagine, there was a wild explosion!! and everyone involved got a good licking with Dad’s belt. That lesson learned, they also played Cowboys and Indians, and Laurie of course was the Cowboy with the lasso! In one well told story, he caught one of his younger brothers around the neck, lifting his feet clear off the ground like a calf as Laurie hollered something from his favorite Cowboy Comic Book. These stories have frequented our ears over the years, and each time bringing more uproarious laughter into the room. One thing is for sure, being a younger brother to Laurie could potentially be a serious health hazard, but that didn’t stop those boys from following their fearless leader time and time again.

Speaking of being a leader, in his teens Laurie excelled at basketball, winning many trophies and earning the respected title of captain of his team. Later in life he dabbled in many types of sports: curling, cross country skiing, hiking, and archery, but the sports that he loved most of all and couldn’t live without were fishing and hunting... the only two SEASONS in the year that mattered. He became an avid fisherman, and he brought home wild game every fall. This would sustain his family for the next year while he was anxiously counting the months ‘till he could do it all over again!

From childhood to adulthood, there was no denying that Laurie was a team player and a natural leader, and both attributes became an integral part of his future career in the forest industry, where he was loved and respected by everyone he worked with from his humble position pulling lumber on the greenchain at 17, to his many positions in Management prior to his passing.

Laurie loved and valued family, building a place where we could keep busy and happy – our Cabin – which quickly became our absolute favorite holiday destination, out there in the middle of nowhere.

Fact is that Laurie will always be fondly remembered as the happy go lucky, totally entertaining, singing and guitar playing, fun loving, wild and crazy-big-fire-building, moon howling, and very adorable neighbor, friend and co-worker.

He was a wonderful son to his father and an even more wonderful father to his son. He was a precious friend and husband.

He taught us to fish, make whistles out of willows, build fires that would bring friends by, hunt for our food and make delicious jerky. We learned the value of being together and making that time quality time.

We learned to smile even through the toughest days, and laughed the clouds away. We learned that rainbows come from even the worst circumstances, and that if we stay true to ourselves, we will always make the best decisions.

This is what HE knew for sure: Every time we sat with him at his bedside, we loved him Every day we stood his watch and cared for him, we loved him Every moment we felt his pain and cried with him, we loved him Every day we made him smile and laughed with him, we loved him Every night we said our prayers together, holding hands, crying, smiling, we loved him Every time we sang to him, cheering him on, we loved him WE LOVED HIM, every moment of every day.

Laurie had an amazing staff of caregivers at Kelowna General Hospital who loved him dearly. He knew them well and trusted them. They grew to feel like our extended family and helped us throughout the whole hospitalization.

On bad days they came with compassionate hugs, and sometimes tears. On good days they were full of optimism and praise for a day well spent, saying things like, “you are so strong, you are the most amazing family.” It was words like that that kept us going day after day, during the hardest of times, the most difficult of days; they were Laurie’s angels, and our family was loved and safe in their arms. They did everything they possibly could for him.

Letting someone go who is such a presence in our life - NOT something we should ever have to do. We were blessed to be with him when he passed away. He let us know when it was time for him to leave. He left us knowing that he would be just fine, and so would we.

Laurie taught us that we are strong and resilient family; that love can move mountains but it cannot change God’s plans.

After a lengthy illness, Laurie passed away peacefully in his hospital room, with his devoted family by his side.

Grandpa (Big Bear) Our precious Grandbaby Rayna has come into the world strong and beautiful just like her Mama and Papa. She’s got Grandma’s determination and Grandpa’s wonderful spirit which shines brightly through her adorable little eyes. She will always know how you loved and cherished her even before she was born.

She will know you well Grandpa... that’s a promise from us all!

We will miss you today, tomorrow, always and forever, and we will speak your name with love and enormous pride.

You may be gone but you will always be with us in our hearts, in our lives, and in every family tradition.

With all of our hearts, your loving family Donna, Jason, Ruthie and Baby Rayna Our family would also like to say that we are very grateful for everyone’s love and support during this extremely difficult and painful time.

Thank You from the bottom of our hearts.

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STUDENT GROUNDSKEEPERS School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) requires student groundskeepers for summer employment from May 1, 2013 until August 30, 2013 (two in Burns Lake, two in Vanderhoof, one in Fraser Lake and one in Fort St. James). Hours of work will be eight (8) hours per day between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. as determined by the supervisor, Monday to Friday, at a rate of $14.45 per hour.

3referred 4uali¿cations: ❏ enrolled in a post-secondary education program and returning in September ❏ previous experience relevant to the position required would be an asset ❏ competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to the position ❏ valid unrestricted Class 5, BC Driver’s License is desirable ❏ an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract ❏ the ability to perform physically demanding job duties ❏ a current :HM,S certi¿cate A complete job description is available on our web site www.sd91.bc.ca.

Please note: Incumbents who successfully complete this work assignment will be quali¿ed to receive a $1,000 scholarship to a post secondary program of their choice.

Please complete a general application form which is available on the website at http://www.sd91.bc.ca/ or from the School District Administration 2f¿ce in Vanderhoof or from any district school.

Please indicate on the application form the location you are applying for and submit by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, April 11, 2013 to: Human Resources School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) P.O. Box 129 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Phone: (250) 567-2284 Fax: (250) 567-4639 Email: cupejobs@mail.sd91.bc.ca School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LOOKING FOR good homes for spayed or neutered indoor cats. Three all white short hair males and one orange & white male. One orange & white female and a white female. All around 1 year or less, good temperaments. For more information (250) 692-7243.

LAKES DISTRICT & AREA

BUSINESS DIRECTORY The Comfort Zone

Merchandise for Sale

Flying Dutchman Service

Auctions ANTIQUES, FURNISHINGS & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION

Sale conducted on behalf of several Estates

SALE 1 April 20, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Francois Lake Hall, Francois Lake, B.C. South of Burns Lake @ Intersection of Hwy 35 south & Colleymount Road.

ANTIQUES: The sale will have some of the nicest antique furnishings ever offered by us at auction. We have a beautiful selection of large antique furnishings such as: Tables, sete, couch, sideboards, piano stool w/ bear claw feet, end tables, side tables, curio cabinets, grandfather clock, buffet, bedroom suites, dining room suites, marble top satin wood wash stand, antique oak table 6 chairs, buffet & hutch suite, misc. antique dining room chairs and other occasional chairs. This sale will have a beautiful selection of Victorian & Eastlake antiques and other beautiful antique Oak & Mahogany furnishings.

ANTIQUE HORSE GEAR: There is a very large selection of antique horse gear that includes sleigh bells, spreaders, scotch tops, bridles, and hames etc. NATIVE & TRADITIONAL ART: Nice selection of native art including hides, drums, face masks, leather art & clothing, moccasins, paddles (exact items will be posted on the website). HOUSE HOLD & MISC COLLECTABLE’S: Very large selection of hockey, baseball & football cards, clocks, lamps, candelabra’s, brass, pewter, wrought iron collectable’s, plate ware, glassware, china & vases, sword, coal oil lamps, very old antique leather horse collectable, violin, banjo. Sale will include a few modern furnishings, deep freeze, fridge & furnishings. ANTIQUE TOOLS & MISC: Antique tools, antique survey transit, large antique brass gold scale in glass cabinet, antique bamboo fly rod.

This Sale has a large & excellent selection of antiques & collectable’s. This is a partial listing, so look for future advertising as there are more items & consignments to come.

Please view website for pictures of exact items and a list of all of our scheduled auctions. Consignments welcome!

If you would like to consign any items contact Mikes Auction.

Condition of Sale. Terms: Cash & cheque with identification, sorry no credit cards.

Items are as is condition ~ not responsible for accidents.

There will be a concession on Site.

SALE 2 INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & TOOL AUCTION May 25, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Topley Garage, Topley, B.C. Intersection of Hwy 16 & Hwy 118 to Granisle.

SALE 3 ANTIQUES, FURNISHINGS & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION June 8th, Saturday @ 10:00 am. George Dawson Motor Inn, Banquet Room, Dawson Creek, B.C. Any question Please Contact:

Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694 - 3497 or Cell (250) 692-6107 or Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 or Cell (250) 570- 2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net

Wood and Gas Stoves and fireplaces 101-1st Avenue, Burns Lake

250-692-3337

B’s Free Enterprises Ltd. Bill & Wendy Imus Certified Appliance Repair & Computer Technicians Computer Training, Sales & Service Personalized In Home Service Delivery of Ink & Computer Supplies Box 420, 28540 Colleymount Rd., Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2

Phone: (250) 692-4353

Cell: (250) 692-6569 • email: bsfree@bsfree.ca

www.superiorpropane.com

TOLL FREE

1-877-873-7467 On average it costs a person $56.00 to drive to Prince George and back.

Save your gas money -

SHOP LOCAL

Advertise your Business or Service here for $ 22.25 per week.

Call 250-692-7526 for more information.

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Join us at the Grapevine....

TUESDAY is

Your choice of Pasta...

• Fettuccini • Spaghetti • Penne

Enjoy all your home made favourites at the Grapevine!

Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 10 a.m. Decker Lake Hall.

Large selection of good furniture. Large dining room set, patio furniture, antiques & collectable’s.

Limited edition prints.

Large commercial freezer. Snowblower, tools, tack, vehicles and equipment.

Real Estate

Watch future papers for more details.

Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock.

SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800!

Sets up in one day!

Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com or Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca

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

Classifieds Get Results!

Puzzle Answers

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARILYN GAIL BURROWS, Deceased, Formerly of Burns Lake, BC All parties having claims against the said Estate are required to forward particulars of same to the law firm of WINGHAM LAW CORPORATION, Solicitor for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 1489, Vanderhoof, British Columbia, V0J 3A0, on or before the 26th day of April, 2013 after which date the claims filed may be paid without reference to any claims of which the Personal Representative then has no knowledge.

Personal Representative, by: Christopher K. Wingham, Solicitor

OLDER CAMPER FOR SALE Fridge, Propane Furnace and Stove. $400 Call in the evening 250-698-7533

LD NEWS • 250-692-7526

NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W0119

There will be two contracts, one for the Burns Lake area and one for the Houston area.

To be eligible, bidders must have a registered company capable of providing Traffic Control Services as well as Rest Area Maintenance services.

To view the particulars of this contract, those interested are invited to pick up tender packages at Lakes District Maintenance Ltd.’s Corporate Office in Burns Lake.

Please return bids on or before 10:00am, April 30th/2013.

Attention: Steven Gailing - Operations Manager

Rentals

HOME PHONE reconnect. Toll Free 1-866-287-1348 Cell Phone Accessories Catalogue Everyone Welcome To Shop Online at: www.homephonereconnect.ca HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Coin Guy: 778-281-0030

LAKES DISTRICT MAINTENANCE LTD.

NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W1687

Rest Area Maintenance and Traffic Control Services.

AMERICA’S BEST Buy! 20 acres, only $99/mo! $0 down, no credit checks, money back guarantee. Owner financing.

West Texas, beautiful mountain views! Free color brochure 1-800-755-8953. www.sunsetranches.com

for sale. 5 males and 3 females ready to go by May 12 $550 each. Call (250) 8474203 or (250) 643-0358.

Misc. Wanted

Legal Notices

is now accepting bids for a combination contract for

CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING - Blowout clearance sale! 20x22 $4,188.

25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6,860.

32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760.

47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or see us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Legal Notices

Mobile Homes & Parks

Other Areas For more information: Richie at (250) 698-7377 or (250) 698-7351

Legal Notices

For Sale By Owner

For Sale By Owner

HOUSE FOR SALE

2930 Nadina Way, Houston BC

Please be advised that David Burkholder is proposing to remove 207.2 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W1687 located in the Colleymount area. Inquiries and/or comments must be submitted to The Forstdale Canyon Adventure Ltd. (Alison Patch, RPF) at 7296 Colleymount Road, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2 by April 30, 2013. Only written inquiries received by this date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting the above-mentioned at (250) 695-6340.

Please be advised that Seven Up Ranch is proposing to remove 123.4 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0119 located in the Colleymount area. Inquiries and/or comments must be submitted to The Forstdale Canyon Adventure Ltd. (Alison Patch, RPF) at 7296 Colleymount Road, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2 by April 30, 2013. Only written inquiries received by this date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting the above-mentioned at (250) 695-6340.

Cars - Domestic

Cars - Domestic

MUST SELL

Auctions AUCTION SALE

Night

Pub: 250-692-0068 • Liquor store: 250-692-0067

Located on Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake

Delivery Available from our Cold Beer, Wine & Liquor Store

~ Convenient parking ~ Wide selection of wine Hard liquor at liquor store prices Free Open until 11:00 pm everyday W

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LAKES DISTRICT & AREA

BUSINESS DIRECTORY Need a fuel efficient vehicle?

Let me help you with your next purchase

Loren Neilson

Phone: 250-845-8785 Sullivan Motor Products Ltd. Highway 16, Houston 1-800-665-3151 • www.sullivangm.com

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Starting a Business?

Expanding Your Business?

The Comfor/CFDC Developmental Lending Program can help!

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

1996 Chevrolet Cavalier

Lakes District

SL 2 dr convert, average condition.

Now only . . .

$4,000

obo

100% Financing available O.A.C.

250-847-7928 Cell 250-877-2434 Sport Utility Vehicle

Sport Utility Vehicle

PRINTING & SIGNS Serving Burns Lake since 1988 SIGNS • BANNERS • LETTERING • DECALS TROPHIES • MUGS • T-Shirts FLYERS • BROCHURES • FORMS • CHEQUES DIGITAL PRINTING • COPYING • LARGE FORMAT

250-692-7887

MUST SELL

We have a relaxed atmosphere with great service!

WING NITE on Wednesday or Thursday PRAWN NITE and Fridays are always PRIME RIB NITE

Next to Rexall

Payne Septic Service (2010) 250-698-7964 Still serving the Lakes District

2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4 door, 4x4, average condition.

Asking . . .

$4,495

Operated by

Keith Wilson

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100% Financing available O.A.C.

250-847-7928 Cell 250-877-2434 1200 square feet 3 bedrooms upstairs, 1 bedroom down, Large rec room • 1 ½ bathrooms • All appliances updated • New flooring & paint main floor & basement • Chain link fence

• • • •

Front & rear decks Paved driveway Vinyl siding & more

Selling price $179,900

Phone 250-845-2498 or 250-845-7419 evenings

A healthy local economy depends on you

SHOP LOCALLY

Pumps Water Treatment Plumbing Repairs

250-692-6019

PoWErtrAIn WArrAntY rns Lake District News - April 14, 2010

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 purchase of a 2013 Silverado EXT 4X4 (1SF) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,600). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offer available to retail customers in Canada. See Dealer for details. 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. GMCL, RBC Royal Bank, TD Auto Financing Services or Scotiabank may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. ▼Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. u$7,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on the 2013 Silverado 1500 Ext / Crew (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other delivery credits available on most models. See your GM dealer for details. $1,500/$2,000 additional non-stackable dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) also available on 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ext / Crew for cash purchases only. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing such discounts and incentives which will result in a higher effective interest rate. See dealer for details. Offer ends April 30, 2013. †0%/0.99% purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 72/84 months on new or demonstrator 2013 Silverado 1500. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0%/0.99% APR, the monthly payment is $139/$123 for 72/84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0/$354, total obligation is $10,000/$10,354. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. ‡Based on a 0.9%, 24 month lease for new (demonstrator not eligible) 2013 Silverado 4x4 Ext, equipped as described. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. OAC by GM Financial. Lease APR may vary depending on down payment/trade. Down payment or trade of and security deposit may be required. Total obligation is $11,136. Option to purchase at lease end is $19,299 plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. ≠Chrome Accessories Package offer available on light duty 2013 Chevrolet Silverado extended cab and crew cab truck equipped with the PDJ chrome accessories package (“PDJ Package”). Dealer order or trade may be required. Offer available to retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between March 1, 2013 and April 30, 2013.

The offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Conditions and limitation apply. See dealer or chevrolet.ca for details ^Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^Based on latest competitive data available. ~Visit OnStar.ca for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.

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