Burns Lake Lakes District News, June 12, 2013

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LAKES DISTRICT NEWS

Local doctor leaving

Steeple work helping hands

Tom Neary and Noel Fairley, both of Burns Lake, took a day from a recent weekend to re-shingle the steeple roof on the Vineyard Christian Fellowship church in Burns Lake.

WALTER STRONG PHOTO

Waiting for a breathe of Fresh air The B.C. Lung Association raises the alarm on air quality in Northern B.C., particularly in communities where large number of the population live within 500 metres of a highway.

Burns Lake to lose only full-time doctor

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WALTER STRONG

No agreement with Huckleberry

Burns Lake is about to lose it’s only full-time doctor.

Doctor Kibonge will be leaving at an unspecified date. According to Northern Health (NH), he is leaving for family reasons.

“The workload will be managed by the remaining physicians and locum support, and the emergency department is expected to remain open,” said Eryn Collins, NH spokesperson.

Recently, the Burns Lake hospital has been short-staffed in its emergency room, leading to reports of patients being diverted to other hospitals in the region.

“It should be noted that a recent emergency room coverage issue was related to an unexpected and unavoidable nursing shortage, and not to any physician issues,” clarified Colins. “Physician recruitment for Burns Lake continues to be a high priority for Northern Health.”

Doctor Kibonge came to Burns Lake from South Africa in June, 2012. When he arrived, he became Burns Lake’s only full-time doctor.

At the time, he joked that he didn’t mind the workload, but to get back to him in a year.

“Ask me again in year and see if the answer has changed,” he said at the time.

Burns Lake has not yet enjoyed the success other northern communities have had in attracting doctors.

In the span of one year, the Stuart Lake hospital in Fort St. James went from one doctor to four full-time physicians.

Currently, Burns Lake is served by three part-time doctors, and Dr. Kibonge.

Wet’suwet’en First Nation continues to negotiate with Huckleberry Mines Ltd. regarding ongoing issues.

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Graduation day celebration Eight fun filled pages of all the graduates from lakes District Secondary School.

Listed are the bursaries and scholarships winners also.

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Man missing on Francois Lake since last Friday Walter Strong Burns Lake RCMP and Search and Rescue (SAR) responded to a Francois Lake boating accident on the evening of June 7, 2013, after being alerted by witnesses that a male wearing a life jacket was clinging to a capsized boat at 7:30 p.m.

The small boat was overturned in rough waters. Of the two male passengers, one made it to shore and was transported to Prince George for medical treatment. The other male is still unaccounted for, and is reported to be local resident Syd Neville.

According to local RCMP the search has been downgraded to a recovery effort, as the missing boater is assumed to be drowned.

Burns Lake RCMP and SAR had set up a command station at Sandy’s RV and Camping Resort, on the northwest side of Francois Lake.

“Numerous people showed up with Laura Blackwell photo boats and ATVs,” said John Rempel, Burns Lake Search and Rescue were called out last Friday to assist in the search for a man missing since his boat was Burns Lake SAR search manager. “Search overturned in heavy waters. A second male passenger was recovered and transported to Prince George hospital for and Rescue teams from Houston, Vanderhoof and Prince George aided Burns Lake medical treatment.

SAR.” By the end of Saturday evening, more than 100 SAR personal, volunteers, and the RCMP were involved in the search.

Numerous boats, ATVs, a helicopter and two float planes were involved in the search.

Sandy’s RV and Camping Resort served as a base station for the efforts and accommodated searchers.

The second passenger was spotted floating on top of the over-turned boat by people on the shoreline. He was flown to Prince George Regional Hospital suffering from severe hypothermia.

The second male is reported to be Syd Neville’s 21-year old nephew.

Searchers recovered a cooler and a life jacket along the shore. Burns Lake RCMP report that the missing passenger was not wearing a life jacket when the boat capsized.

The local community is very saddened by this sudden and terrible accident. Volunteers continue to search the area.

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Waiting for a breathe of fresh air

Fresh air wasn’t so fresh last year Walter Strong A June 5, 2013 report put out by the B.C. Lung Association (BCLA) raises the alarm on air quality in Northern B.C., particularly in communities where large number of the population live within 500 metres of a highway.

With the Trans-Canada Hwy. passing right through the heart of so many Northern B.C. communities, including Burns Lake, the BCLA warns that these communities must be on guard to minimize exposure to air pollution.

“Traffic emissions are linked to a growing number of acute and chronic health effects," says Dr. Menn Biagtan, program manager for the BCLA. “Emerging research continues to re-affirm the importance of minimizing our exposure to air pollution yet no particular agency or level of government has the specific responsibility to do anything about it.”

In 2012, the province began a roll-out of new, more accurate air quality monitoring devices. Not all older stations have been replaced, but where new data is available, two northern communities stand out for their poor air quality.

Vanderhoof and Smithers both recorded fine particulate matter concentrations in the air that were higher than 2012 provincial objectives.

Vanderhoof had the highest level of particulate matter for the province, at 10.9

micrograms of fine particulate pollutant per cubic meter of air. Smithers just missed the podium in fourth place with a reading of 8.9 micrograms of fine particulate pollutant per cubic meter of air.

Although air quality is generally recognized as good throughout the province, the central and north central interior faces a number of air quality challenges.

According to a 2012 report from the B.C. Air Quality, the main sources of fine

particulate matter are open burning (29 per cent), the pulp, paper, and wood industry (27 per cent), residential wood combustion (15 per cent), transportation (11 per cent), other industry (8 per cent), and forest fires (3 per cent).

Burns Lake does not have one of the new monitors in place. Current monitoring stations in the Burns Lake area do not monitor for the fine particulate matter that the new stations detect.

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Air quality issues silent but real

Expense cleanup must continue

The results of the 2013 B.C. Lung Association report on air quality came as a surprise to some. Vanderhoof had the worst air quality from the point of view of fine particulate matter in the province?

Who would have guessed that?

It appears that pockets of poor air are the norm across north-central B.C. When a person thinks of the north, he or she thinks of clean air, clean water, and everything that goes with those two ideas.

A person doesn’t necessarily think of the corridor between Prince George and Prince Rupert as becoming more and more of an industrial, resource energy corridor.

What carefully planned and positioned cutblocks and visual quality remainders (reminders?) of what used to be thick forest on either side of the highway cannot hide is the fact that resource extraction throughout the region is showing no sign of slowing down.

If it were slowing down, we’d be looking at an economic slowdown as well. If the recent election results can be taken to mean anything at all, it is that the majority of residents up here don’t want that.

That doesn’t mean that the province has the social license to proceed with industrial development at all costs. Take three recent examples.

We saw that prior to the last election, when changes to the forest act were perceived to be moving along too hastily, the province had to back down and postpone the changes until further public consultation had taken place.

The province recently rejected the Northern Gateway proposal - at least as it stands for the moment - largely because it couldn’t possibly overlook the massive public resistance to the project.

The province also recently rejected the Morrison copper and gold mine proposed for the shore of Morrison Lake, north of Granisle. This was done at the last minute, and only following upon intense, non-governmental and grassroots efforts by a small northwest fisheries institute to raise the alarm over potential impacts to area salmon fisheries.

The province is obviously willing to respond to public concern over large-scale projects that carry with them all of the dramatic imagery that comes with oil spills, poisoned water, and barren forests.

What about our air quality? When the spring air was so thick with dust that we could chew it, everybody noticed. Now that the dust has settled or blown away, we can move about under the illusion that everything is fine.

But is it? The fine particulate matter that the B.C. Lung Association report talks about is not something that you necessarily smell or taste, but it does lace the air and works it way deep inside your lungs, especially as you’re breathing heavy while hiking, mountain biking, or paddling open waters.

Certainly, we can’t shut down industry, and nobody is calling for that. But where chronic offenders are discovered, the message has to be sent that air quality is more important than profit.

It’s too bad that poor air quality doesn’t carry with it strong visuals. We can see a huge clearcut, and we notice when salmon don’t spawn. But what visuals go with air that is slowly poisoning us?

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As she unveiled her new cabinet, Premier Christy Clark promised a “lineby-line” review of government spending to deliver a balanced budget this year.

Statements such as this would have more credibility if politicians subjected their own personal spending to the same scrutiny.

That’s still not happening in B.C. Expense accountability has come a long way in the last year, thanks mainly to the work of now-departed Auditor General John Doyle, who swung the cobweb-covered door open on B.C.’s secretive Legislative Assembly Management Committee. Chaired by the speaker and run by senior MLAs from both parties, the committee had been doing pretty much whatever it wanted with MLAs’ own expenses.

Doyle’s audit found that MLA credit card bills were being paid without receipts, part of a lax accounting system that included inaccurate bank records and inadequate management of the legislature gift shop and dining room. The operating budget of the legislature and constituencies runs to more than $60 million a year.

Now-retired speaker Bill Barisoff asked the auditor to give a pass to the $119,000 annual allowance for each of the 85 constituency offices. Transfer amounts and payroll expenses were verified, but constituency expenses were not, likely because these records weren’t kept either.

I’m not suggesting that there has been any misuse of public funds. The point is we don’t know, and the notion of an “honour system” for politicians’ expenses has become unacceptable.

A similar toxic tale has been unfolding in the Senate in Ottawa. It has its own secretive committee called the Board of Internal Economy, which was forced into the open after trying to sweep Senator Mike Duffy’s housing claims under the red rug of the Senate chamber.

Duffy has lived in Ottawa for decades, first as a TV host and then senator, but he decided the rules were loose enough that he could claim his summer place in Prince Edward Island as his principal residence. An audit has also found he was claiming living expenses in Ottawa while campaigning for the Conservatives back east. It turns out the key ingredient in an honour system is honour.

This mess goes back more than a century in B.C. and Canada, and has its roots in the British Parliament, where MPs and Lords had a system of claiming all sorts of expenses, including construction of a “duck house” and maintenance of the moat around an Honourable Member’s castle.

Many years ago, British MPs convinced themselves that they were underpaid, and rather than create a public fuss by giving themselves a big raise, they would be able to top it up by claiming up to 250 pounds at a time without receipts. Cheers!

You can imagine how well that worked out. As one observer put it, the system was not only open to abuse, it was actually designed for it.

Here in B.C., the next step is obvious. If you go to the website of Alberta Premier Alison Redford, you can easily find the link to her detailed expense reports, itemized for travel, meals, hotel rooms and so forth. Alberta cabinet ministers provide the same disclosure.

B.C. cabinet ministers’ travel expenses are now reported, but only as an occasional lump sum.

As a result of Doyle’s revelations last summer, B.C.’s Legislative Assembly Management Committee now meets in public, with transcripts of proceedings available. But MLA expenses are still not itemized. Total expenditures are being reported on a quarterly basis, but with no detail to explain why some MLAs have much higher totals than others.

It’s time to sweep out the cobwebs.

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www.ldnews.net Waterline Flush On June 17th and 18th the Public Works crew will flush municipal waterlines to remove sediment that has built up over the winter. Water may appear murky during this process, and we ask that residents run their taps for a few minutes to clear their pipes of debris and use caution when washing clothes or dishes. The Village of Burns Lake would like to thank all residents for their patience and cooperation. If you have any questions please call 250-692-7587.

Radley Beach classroom As part of a five-week environmental technician certificate program, students worked a fish net on the shores of Radley Beach recently. Local resident Wren Gilgan caught part of the action here during week three of their program, where students learned about weak electro-fishing, minnow traps, and beach seining (above). The students were working under the instruction of Darren Hebert, a registered professional biologist and teacher with the Vancouver Island Submitted photo University’s Natural Resources Extension Program.

John Rustad named to cabinet

Aboriginal affairs posting will be challenging Walter Strong

Newly re-elected Nechako Lakes member of legislative assembly John Rustad was named to a cabinet position in the Christy Clark Liberal government on June 7, 2013.

His position as Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation will be a challenging one. The portfolio is expected to continue working on non-treaty benefit agreements, as well further work on longterm treaties and collaboration with First Nations in the development of natural gas and other resources.

“No question, it’s an important position,” Rustad said. “I look forward to the challenges.”

Rustad was sworn in on Monday. He’ll take up the details of his portfolio soon afterward. He said that it was too soon to speak

of specifics, but that the there is no doubt that natural gas development and negotiations with First Nations will be critical.

“One of the big priorities in our new government is LNG [development],” said Rustad. “Relationships with First Nations are a critical part of that.”

Formerly, Rustad held the position of Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.

He was integral in the development of a for-

est resource management plan that swayed Hampton Affiliates in favour of rebuilding the Babine Forest Products sawmill in Burns Lake.

“I’m going to be very busy with this portfolio, but forestry was my number one concern and area during the election,” Rustad said.

“I represent my riding, and that’s what I’ll be doing in conjunction with the duties the premier has asked me to take on.”

Lake Babine Nation Chief Wilf Adam,

recently back to fulltime duties after a brief medical leave, was supportive of the decision to appoint Rustad to cabinet.

“It’s wonderful that John made it to cabinet and I am happy that he is taking on the Aboriginal Affairs ministry,” Adam said.

“He will do well in that portfolio and I wish him well.”

Donn Barnett, MLA for Cariboo - Chilcotin replaces Rustad as parliamentary secretary to the minister of forests, lands and natural re-

source operations and rural development.

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Mayor addresses Great job to traumatic visit all the voters

Editor: In response to the letter from the Zaporozan family (June 6) I want to share a few of the things the Village of Burns Lake is doing to preserve and enhance our reputation as a great place to visit, stay and enjoy.

I deeply regret the two unfortunate incidents the Zaporozans mentioned.

Village staff, council and I are determined to ensure every visitor to Burns Lake has a positive experience – but there are always situations beyond our control.

First of all, I want to sincerely thank the Zaporozan family for attending to the woman they saw injured until help arrived. This type of incident is the reason for our ambitious downtown revitalization plan, which aims to create a safer walking environment and a truly inviting corridor in the heart of our community. Here at the village, we also work closely with local RCMP and other first responders to ensure that emergencies are dealt with quickly and effectively.

It’s unfortunate that an area resident was rude to the Zaporozans at the Francois Lake ferry. I know that we pride ourselves on being a warm, friendly and welcoming community, and we all share a common responsibility to treat every visitor – and each other – with respect and generosity.

I’m glad the Zaporozans ultimately enjoyed their getaway in our region, and I hope they’ll come back again soon to enjoy everything we have to offer.

Let’s make sure their next visit is a positive one that will cause them to recommend Burns Lake to their family and friends.

Luke Strimbold Mayor

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Editor: The voters of British Columbia can be proud of the May 14,2013 election results that saw us elect government rather than our traditional polarized politics that throws government out.

To the pollsters & the NDP, the outcome showed the result of strong work ethics and the consistent message of the need for a strong economy from Christy Clark. As a long time supporter of the NDP I had to quit & proudly joined the Liberal party and worked hard to help ensure the Liberal vision for the province.

I know a strong economy is needed to support services we need without raising income tax.

Never assume the colour of an election sign will win an election over hard work

and a Leader that has the ability and vision to lead this Province.

Now that the election is over, I hope the NDP will work with Christy Clark and collectively move this province forward for the benefit of all, rather than a special interest group that is a minority of the working class in British Columbia.

As a retiree I was proud to work 30 days straight at 12 or more hours per day for no pay as the Liberals were the only party with a clear vision.

Lots of other volunteers also endorsed and worked hard for our kids and grand kids.

Great job to all that voted to take part of the democratic process.

Someday, somebody will write a book on this historical election.

Randy Holubosh Vanderhoof

In Memory

Bill Richmond June 16, 1912

Happy Father’s Day! Happy Birthday!

He said he was going riding horseback in the sky!

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Did you realize that there is FREE camping available at all recreation sites in the Nadina District? These sites are maintained by the Lakes Outdoor Recreation Society (LORS).

A few rules apply at the recreation sites: 1) Maximum 14 day stay 2) Be courteous to your neighbours – keep noise to a minimum (especially after 10 p.m.)

3) Keep pets on a leash 4) Pack out your own garbage – leave the site cleaner than when you came 5) Maximum 20 km/hr – watch for children!

6) Never leave a campfire unattended.

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‘You are my sunshine’ is a good old song

Here we are in June already and the longest day of the year is on its way, June 21.

Bumper crop Looks like there will be a good hay crop so far.

Back at the home place on the prairie we would be starting to get ready to hay. We were using horses and it seemed we were haying forever. With all the modern machinery it would be done in a quarter of the time. Haying was always hard on the horses in those old days.

Our family was very fortunate when we arrived here in 1941 as there were still some of the well known oldtimers still in the area. Jacob Henkel and Jack Mac-

Dougal were in the gold rush of 98’.

They both had some stores to tell. They were both real characters and what a life. Then there was Andy Ruddy who ran the Ford dealership in Burns Lake, I got to know him very well.

Then there was Archy Witherspoon who lived in Barney Mulvaney’s cottage on Barney’s lake.

While he made his home there he walked down to the Francois Lake store and post office every mail day for a cup of tea and a visit. Then last but not least was Barney Mulvaney. He was very often a visitor to our home. Here was a walking and talking history book. There were many more of the oldtimers but these four that I got to know best of all.

The Lakes District is just full of wonderful people and I am very proud to feel a part of them all, this includes my town of Burns Lake.

A person very new to the town asked why does the main street have so

many bends and curves and this was the answer they got. The original trail was made by Barney Mulvaney’s cows and it’s never changed, just improved. No doubt a joke.

Ride for cancer The ride for cancer on bikes last weekend was a success. This run was from Burns Lake to the landing at Francois Lake.

The hard work really paid off. Margaret Neave would like to thank those who took part and helped make it a successful day.

Folks are very generous when it comes to giving so that maybe someday these will be a cure for cancer.

Spring song As I look out my window and see spring all around this little song came to my mind. We used to sing it as kids.

I wonder how many of my readers will mind.

“When it’s spring time in the Rockies I’m coming back to you, little sweetheart of the mountains with your bonny eyes of blue. Once again I’ll say

I love you, while birds sing all the day. When spring time in the Rockies, in the Rockies far away.”

This old song was on one of those old records on one of those old windup gramophones. We had a whole bunch of those old records, they were fun to listen too. They were 98s. They are songs by the Carter family, Gene Autry, Wilf Carter, Roy Rogers and many more. Compared to the modern players they were pretty sad but we enjoyed them just the same.

I just wonder where those old records and windups got to, no doubt in someone’s attic and covered with dust. Even the music and the songs have changed but I would guess it’s history.

One thing I do miss is the musical times were used to have in our growing up years. Every home had a piano, a fiddle and the every popular guitar and banjo. Accordions, harp, mouth organ and must be some more. Ev-

ery person big or little could play something and play it well.

Lots of those old singers were good and they had to be as there was so such things as amps and electrical boosters, or mics so you had to be good and we were. The first time I heard the song ‘you are my sunshine’ I was in a cafe in Smithers, a lifetime ago, and I have enjoyed it ever since. In all the eating joints there would be a machine, put in 25 cents and got you a song and I think Bill Durban and I wore out ‘You are my sunshine.’

Some say we are As I was going through some old papers the other day and they were of interest to me. It was about Burns Lake. It’s located in the middle of the province, that’s something to remember. It’s the hub of such a huge area. Not only that but it has so many beautiful lakes.

Most have parks on them waiting for us to enjoy.

Also good roads… yes, we are so fortunate.

There have been some very serious setbacks as well but we have come out and ready to start again. It’s many years ago now but we lost both our hotel and our hall, this really was a loss.

Then our last disaster the loss of the mill. This was a blow but things are starting to take shape and once more our economy will get back to normal.

One thing I don’t like to see and that’s these novelty stores closing out. They are so important to a small town. Not only a layoff of staff but folks will have to go out for their needs. This will make Walmart and all these big wholesale companies smile. To me this is sad news. We sure don’t need this. If folks go out to the larger centres for a variety that they can’t get here they will no doubt do the rest of their shopping as well.

Shame on you In our last paper June 5, there is a letter from a lady from Fort St. James.

This is a very good letter

and it will pay everyone to take the time to ready it.

They had a nasty experience but it was very good of her to bring it our attention. I will find out who the man is in our district. I hope he is ashamed of himself and by now no doubt he is.

We don’t need this kind of thing to happen. To this lady who took the time to write this letter we are sorry too. So please come back again as we are a very friendly community. As for the situation that happened in Burns Lake we have no control over this, sorry to say but these things do happen.

Have a safe week, traffic is getting heavy with the tourists so ease up on the gas pedal, tomorrow is another day.

Something to think on from an old cowboy; live a good and honourable life then when you get older and think back you’ll enjoy it a second time. Remember God loves you and so do I.

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Burns Lake student authors

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Local elementary school kids to be published soon

Walter Strong Thousands of students from across Canada where entered in the 2013 Young Writer’s of

Canada contest. Nine students from William Konkin Elementary (WKE) School were selected to be showcased in the two-set anthology: Cloud Castles, an anthology of sto-

ries from students aged seven to 11, and A World Away, an anthology of stories from students aged 12 to 18.

The school has order copies of the anthologies for the li-

brary as well as a copy for each student whose writings made it into the collection.

The books will come out in the fall.

The Village of Burns Lake will be reviewing the Annual Municipal Report for Council approval at the regular meeting of council at 7 pm on Tuesday June 25th.

Copies of the report are available at the Village Office at 15 3rd Avenue, or at www. burnslake.ca

Florine Critchlow May 19th, 1919 - February 17th, 2013

Memorial Service June 22nd, 2013 at 1:00pm Francois Lake Hall, Francois Lake, BC In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pines care home.

Celebration of Life

Darren Joseph

Micah Watson:

Grade 7:

Grade 5

“I write when I’m bored,” said Joseph. “I wrote about people having super-powers who go to a super-school.”

Joseph said that he was excited to be included in the anthology.

As for his future plans after this recent success, he said, “I’ll probably be a writer.”

What did you write about?

“I wrote about the adventures of Bob and Larry in a haunted hotel in Ottawa.”

Did you enjoy the process?

“I liked writing it, and it felt really good to win the contest.”

“I’m looking forward to the book”

Brianna Bjorgen Grade 5:

Clorese George

Blair Bysouth

Bjorgen wrote about a magical Christmas party.

“It was the day I got my dog, Bjorgen said.

“I was excited to win the contest.”

“I’ll start writing a bit more.”

Grade 5:

Grade 5:

“I wrote about fairy creatures trapped by an evil witch in a dark dungeon” Writing is a regular part of George’s life. “I like to write about animals and put them into different situations.”

How did you feel when you found out your story would be in the collection?

“I felt happy.”

“Quest for Survival” is the story of dragon clan that runs out of food and travels to earth for sustenance.

“I don’t write that often,” Bysouth said. “But I am excited to be part of the book. It makes me want to write more.”

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Grade 5:

Grade 4:

Grade 4:

Grade 7:

“I wrote about a team called TechNorth that saves the world from a nuclear device on the moon.”

Robinson writes very often.

How did you feel about being included in the competition?

“I felt happy.”

Noah’s story, “The Christmas Surprise” is a documentary about a trip to Disneyland.

“It was the only story I could think of at the time,” he said of his decision to write about the trip.

“I try to write as much as possible, but my friends keep me busy.”

Where you surprised to find your story selected for the anthology?

“I was very excited and surprised. I rushed through the last bit, so I didn’t think I would make it.”

“I wrote a story called the Power of Friendship.”

“Dwarf archers team up against an evil sorcerer. Friend stand back to back defeating evil.”

How did you come up with that idea?

“I just thought about how friends should be.”

How did you feel when you were selected?

“I was shocked.

When I was writing the story, I said to myself, ‘I hope I get in.”

In ‘Art in Smurfville’, Reed combined the concept of smurfs with the idea of an evil smurf who tries to destroy all artwork.

“I randomly said the word ‘art’ and wrote about it,” said Reed. “I enjoyed the process.

Writing is one of my favorite subjects.”

“Being included in the collection encourages me to write more,” she added.

Of her reaction to being chosen, Reed said, “It’s hard to explain. I was bouncing off the walls.”

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Lakes District maintenance gives back Lakes District Maintenance (LDM) and NAPA jointly donated $10,000 to the Lakes Outdoor Recreation Society. Lynne Synotte (L), was joined by Becky Thompson, Barb Skillen, Bill Chapman, Garth Schienbein, and Bernice Magee to accept the cheque from Steve Gailing of LDM. Next, LDM approached the Lakes District Secondary School girls soccer team with $1000 to help them pay for their recent trip to the Rossland provincial championships, as well as other travel expenses.

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Be bear smart Contributed It is the time of year when bears come out of hibernation and other wildlife become more active in British Columbia. Those animals that have become conditioned to non-natural food sources, like garbage or composts, will return to communities to help themselves.

Hibernating bears cut their metabolic rates in half in order to survive long winters without eating. These bears come out of their winter sleep hungry and search for food. Other wildlife, like young cougars, travel widely to search for unoccupied territory, which can lead to increased encounters with people.

These animals can also be inexperienced hunters and are more likely to seek out alternative prey.

The most effective and natural way to prevent conflicts with wildlife in urban areas is to put away food attractants like garbage, birdseed, compost, pet food and fruit. Communities where attractants are managed properly have seen a decline in related human-wildlife conflicts and in the number of animals that have to be destroyed.

The public is encouraged to report humanwildlife conflicts that threaten public safety or result in significant property damage by calling the Report All

Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) line, tollfree at 1 877 952- 7277 (RAPP).

Quick facts: • It's important that you know what to do when you encounter wildlife like bears, cougars, coyotes and wolves in urban areas.

• It's essential to remain calm and never approach the animal.

• Always keep the animal in front of you (never turn your back) and back away slowly (never run).

• Make yourself look as large as possible by waving your arms above your head. Make loud noises, shout at the animal in a loud, aggressive voice or bang pots and pans and throw objects, like rocks and sticks.

• If possible, bring children and pets indoors.

• The Conservation Officer Service is the primary responder to human- wildlife conflicts where there is a risk to public safety, conservation concerns or where significant property damage has occurred.

• In 2012-13, the Conservation Officer Service received 25,184 calls regarding humanwildlife conflicts. Of those calls, 15,833 involved human-bear conflicts. Over the past five years in B.C., an average of 600 black bears have been destroyed each year, while 93 have been relocated due to conflicts with people.

Burns Lake Curling Club

Annual General Meeting to be held

Monday, June 17, 2013 at the Chamber building, Heritage Room 7PM Everyone welcome

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Thank you A FUN TIME WAS HAD BY ALL AT THE FUN RIDE TO CONQUER CANCER Thank you to all the riders that came out in support of our ride to conquer cancer.

Thank you Margaret, Natasha, and Tisha at the Wagon Wheel.The pulled pork was awesome and the service with a smile even better!

Thank you Brenda, Sara, and the staff at the Grapevine for a fabulous dinner and a very enjoyable evening.

Thank you Stuart at BL Automotive and Hans at LD Printing for their contributions.

Thank you to all those who contributed to the garage sale and bake sale. A very successful endeavour.

Thank you Laura at LD News for your continued support of community events such as this.

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We Won A VAN!!!

It is from the bottom of my heart (that’s where the most Love is) that I thank you for your support.

Whether it be diligently voting daily often challenging yourselves to see how many votes you could get, maybe you were a little more sporadic or... you only voted once.

Maybe you only thought about voting (thoughts count too). Where ever you fall I thank you for the support. It’s been a long journey and as I said, I thank you.

Those who were diligent with your votes, I thank you a little more.

Regardless... I’m excited to tell you all that I was selected as one of the National Mobility and Equipment Deals Association Local Heros!!! I couldn’t have done it without you!

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The Burns Lake Playschool would like to thank the following people and businesses for their donation to the Ladies Night Bingo & Silent Auction: Alternative Grounds Jennerations Clearview Haircare Purely H20 Kal Tire Syndi-Kutt Lakeland Hotel Blue Jay Sports RCMP Burns Lake Fire Dept New Leaf Café Honeysuckle Gardens Timbermart P&B Feeds The Ivany Family ACI Computer Burnt Bikes Jockeyp2p- Cathy Moffat Burns Lake Barber Lakes Artisan Center Overwaitea Foods Rexall Alcan Jim’s Auto Napa Twisters Carwash The Grapevine Adrienne Harrington Aksenz Avon- Richelle Wellman Burns Lake Vet Clinic Redferns Scentsy-Randi Amendt RBC Jenny’s Design CIBC Goat River-Vanderhoof Avon- Lana Nault Williams Hampton & Affiliates A&W Marmon Financial Dan Schroeder Gwynn’s Grocer Field’s BL Dental Clinic

Silpada-Elaine Wiebe Bodyworks Speedee Printing Little Elle’s Photography Epicure-Randi Amendt Bonni Heagy Gone Hollywood Decker Lake Trading Post Village of Burns Lake Uptown Auto Beacon Threatre San Bar Mulvaney’s CNC The Krampl Family Process 4 Gallery Dad’s Restaurant Tahtsa Timber Tirecraft Frozen Moments Photography Esther’s Inn Woods n Water BL Figure Skating Curly Temple Alicia Bouck KFC Precious Moments Photography Tintagel Woodshop Burns Lake Auto Bulkey Valley Credit Union Home Hardware Flying Dutchman Woodland Bakery RDBN Designs by Jill Sne’C’al Yegh Gas Bar Creative MemoriesJanet Wilson Flowers By All Occasions Hawk Air Porter Auto Village Insurance

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80th Birthday Celebration!

Shirley Reedy and her family invite friends to help celebrate her 80th birthday.

Drop in at the Omineca Ski Club Lodge.

Saturday, June 15th 2 – 6 pm No gifts please.

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Pet of the Week BONES is a white BONES neutered male cat, ~ 8 months old. He is quite verbal about not wanting to be alone, he loves your company, your attention, affection, being held. He definitely ranks top 3 of the most affectionate we have had at the shelter.

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3 Year Old Screening and Dental Varnishing

(for all Southside children under the age of 5 years old)

Tuesday, June 18th 3 Year Old Screening includes: vision, Ages and Stages questionnaire, height, and weight. Please plan for approximately a 45 minute visit for this.

Dental Varnishing includes: Fluoride application to baby teeth. For more information about dental varnishing please feel free to call one of our nurses.

Kindergarten Circus

(for all Southside children entering Kindergarten in September)

Wednesday, June 19th

“Team Maysa” thanks everyone who contributed to the Cystic Fibrosis Great Strides walk on Sunday, May 26.

With your help we raised $500 toward a cure for this fatal children’s disease.

Upcoming Events for Children...

Your path to a better job starts here.

A fun-filled annual event for all children that are entering Kindergarten in the fall. It is designed to get children off to a healthy start with their school career.

Please call ahead to confirm your child’s (children’s) appointment(s) @ 250-694-3270.

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Lots of in store specials during our final weeks!

Hours are now:

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Fall Fair contribution

Shauntese (Shaun) Constantinoff, environmental and feasibility administrator for New Gold Inc., and Gordon Mcfee of the Burns Lake District Fall Fair at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 50 hall in Burns Lake during a recent Blackwater Mine project open house. Constantinoff presented the $3000 cheque on Walter strong photo behalf of Newgold Inc. to the Lakes District Fall Fair.

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Wednesday June 19 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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This book will be published with the July 10th issue of the Lakes District News and circulates all around town and the Southside. 3000 copies.

Remember this book sticks around all summer until September!

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been raised,” said Imperial Metals Vice President Steve Robertson.

The Huckleberry mine, an open pit copper/molybdenum mine located south of Houston, B.C., is owned by Huckleberry Mines Ltd. Imperial Metals owns 50 per cent of Huckleberry Mines Ltd. The other 50 per cent of the mine is owned by a consortium of Japanese interests.

On May 1, 2013, WFN issued a ‘stop work’ order against Huckleberry Mines Ltd. to highlight their grievances regarding employment and other financial opportunities.

“We have a clear mandate from our membership to stop this project until our concerns are addressed,” Ogen said at the time. “We have been in negotiations for more than a year and Huckleberry Mines does not wish to conclude agreements that fairly and reasonably address Wet’suwet’en asserted aboriginal rights, title, community interests and concerns.”

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CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, once you think you have all of the answers, something pops up to make you reassess a situation. It could take a few days for you to find the answer you’re looking for.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you may have fun in the sun on your mind, but others are urging you to buckle down and focus on some tasks that need to get wrapped up before you leave.

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Life experience is your advantage, Taurus. When your company is looking to fill a position, they will most likely hire from within. Make the most of this opportunity.

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A monthly Multi-Receiver Warranty (MRW) of $6.08 may apply for customers with two or more receivers. An included fee of 1.5% of your monthly satellite TV charges applies to fund Shaw Direct’s contribution to the CRTC’s Local Programming Improvement Fund. Effective September 1st, 2012, this fee is reduced to 1%. See SHAWDIRECT.CA/LPIF. Taxes extra. Offer subject to change without notice. Shaw Direct services are subject to our terms of use as occasionally amended.

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Metadata may seem like a relatively new term, but it has actually been around for quite some time now. Simply put, metadata is data about data.

For instance, there’s a lot more to know about an email than just its content.

Important metadata would include where the email came from, where it went, when it was sent, and the frequency of communication between the two (or more) parties. Though it is illegal for Western intelligence agencies to spy on their own citizens without judicial approval, somewhat anonymous metadata is currently being “mined” or collected by intelligence services such as the US National Security Agency (NSA) and Canada’s own Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC) for counter-terrorism purposes.

Though these agencies are adamant that they are collecting merely the metadata, not the content, of phone calls, email messages & Internet traffic, there is great concern as to whether these activities are sacrificing the personal privacy of law abiding citizens in the name of national security.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, vacation plans may have been elusive until now, but you finally have the funds and the time to take the trip you desire. Your traveling partner is still up in the air.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, a new season inspires you to make changes and reconsider old relationships.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 You can’t seem to focus on one thing for very long this week, Scorpio. You might have to spend a few days clearing your mind before you can refocus on the tasks at hand.

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Automotive Center ICBC Accredited Collision Repair Shop

Phone: 250-692-3805

The newly renovated

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for meetings, conferences and events.

With a brand new kitchen featuring two stoves as well as dishes and utensils for up to 120 guests, the lodge is a great spot to host your next event or get together.

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Gerow Island, Highway 35 Sunday School for all ages

Pork Cutlets Full portion $14.00 New! Half portion $10.00

COFFEE CORNER

“Members and bona fide guests welcome”

General Meeting Monday June 17th, 2013 7:00 PM

ALL MEMBERS WELCOME.

Complete Commercial/Residential/ Industrial Janitorial Service All Floors, Carpets, Windows, Upholstery, made like new Competitive Prices and Contract Rates available

Call Branislav 250-692-1812

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If you love your freedom, thank a Veteran.

Support your local Legion.

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Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 4:00-8:00 pm

CLUES ACROSS 1. Chicago time 4. And hearty 8. In a murderous frenzy (var. sp.)

10. Substance that imparts a hue 11. Italian’s capital 12. Oral flavors

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national boundaries 34. Applied by spreading 35. Lower in esteem 36. Entered the noneating larval stage 37. Nears 38. Woke up 39. Selfs 40. Parts 41. Dry: esp. of vegetation 42. Knot in a tree 43. River in NE Scotland

13. The Pitt Family artist, Wm. 15. Most buffoonish 16. A group of 8 17. Overlords 18. Camera artists 21. Resinlike substance in shellac 22. Fundamentally

important 23. Fishing implement 24. Hamilton’s bill 25. An adult female hog 26. Emergency broadcast network 27. Transcending

CLUES DOWN 1. Drive-in server 2. Kiss 3. Red fruit eaten as a vegetable 4. Foot and legwear 5. Changes 6. Wind deposited silt 7. Formerly (archaic) 9. Gold fineness measure 10. Military snack

The Lakes District Office of the Canadian Cancer Society regular hours 11 a.m to 2 p.m on Tue., Wed. and Fri. Local phone number is 250-692-7203. For Cancer Information Service and Cancerconnection, toll free number is 1-888-939-3333. We collect used postage stamps and Campbell’s soup labels. New volunteers are always welcome!

Southside Health & Wellness Centre. Space available in the community greenhouse. Greenhouse is for anyone in the community to use.

Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551

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. ~ Everyone Welcome ~

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bar 12. Capital of Uzbekistan 14. Old Tokyo 15. Heat in a microwave 17. A waterproof raincoat 19. Stared sullenly 20. Slang for cool 23. Revolves 24. Don’t know when yet 25. Sports shoe 26. Opposite of beginning 27. Chevy sedan model 28. Communist nickname 29. 007’s Flemming 30. Drama awards 31. Badgered 32. Towards land 33. Leaseholder 34. Capital of Gyeonggi-do 36. Yellowstone or Central

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Burns Lake Show & Shine. Spirit Square - 10 am to 1 pm July 14, 2013. Contact Kristi (250) 692-5721, burnslakeclassiccars@hotmail.com and www.burnslakeclassiccars.webs.com

Worship Service begins @ 10:30 am

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Island Gospel Fellowship

Student Special

Omineca Ski Club Day Lodge

To book a rental: please contact Joan & Jeff Ragsdale 250-692-0093

Highway 16 West, Burns Lake, B.C.

Kerr Road, Burns Lake Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:15. Worship Service at 10:30 includes Children’s Church

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: June 2013. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. (canceled on June 18) 10-11am.

Foot care June 20. June 12 Good food box pick up. June 13 Mammography Unit on site all day. June 18 Dental varnishing, 3 yr old screening. June 19 Kindergarten Circus. More info: (250) 694-3270.

Southside Health & Wellness Centre. The BC Cancer Agency’s Screening Mammography Mobile Service will be at the centre for a full day of bookings on June 18. Free service. Please call the centre to book your appt.

Tweedsmuir Cavaliers, Saddle Club - schooling Show and Clinic - English and Western classes June 15 & 16, TCSC grounds. Contact Kristi at 250-692-5721 or torikari@ hotmail.com. More info at tcsaddleclub.webs.com

Sunday 10:00AM

President Lambert 694-3748

Hwy 35 & Francois Lake 250-6956316 Everyone Welcome

OLD LANDMARKS

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP At Muriel Mould Primary School

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

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

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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Burns Lake

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 724 Babine Lake Road

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

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Movin’ On Up Licensed sUMMeR cHiLd cARe

Full time child care filled with exciting activity and adventure!!

Located at MMPs • Hours : 8:00-5:00 For More Info Call Tamara @ 250-692-4216

Limited spaces available!

Mountain Bike camp bumper crop No amount of camera tilt could fit all the participants into the frame from last week’s Burns Lake Mountain Bike Association (BLMBA) Kids Bike Camp at the Boer Mountain trails. The weekly skills camp, which began on May 22, 2013, will meet at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday’s for six consecutive weeks. Riders are divided into different skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Adult mountain bike lessons are also offered by the BLMBA. For more information, contact Burnt Walter Strong photo Bikes in Burns Lake.

Mugs, Gift Sets, Frames, Cologne, Gift Cards & much more!

Soccer action at home and away

The Lakes District Secondary School girls soccer team (L) recently returned form Provincial Championships in Rossland B.C. Team MVPs were Mikayla Fairley, Elise Dubé, Carrol Edmund, Lauren Solecki, and Tanis Bjarnason.

Janelle O’Meara won the Commissioner’s award.

Meanwhile, LDSS continued to host teams in town (R).

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Lakeview Mall, 117 Yellowhead, Hwy 16 Phone: 250-692-7077

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Hi Everyone The Village of Burns Lake would like to thank the Dick Nourse Legacy Fund for their major contribution to the new docks at Spirit Square. These docks look great, come and try out the slide!

Logan Wilson, Rec Coordinator

Tweedsmuir Cavaliers, Saddle Club - schooling Show and Clinic - June 15 & 16, TCSC grounds. Contact Kristi at 250-692-5721. Info: tcsaddleclub.webs.com

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

Exciting summer employment opportunities with Village Recreation: NEW POSITIONS:

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Summer Program Leader Position Visit the Village website www. burnslake.ca for job descriptions on the above positions.

NOTICE: The Tom Forsyth Arena and the curling rink are under construction please take care when near or inside the facilities.

Please check Rec. Corner, Village of Burns Lake website and face book page for facilities updates.

Drop-In Ball Hockey 3:30-4:30pm: Ages 7 to 15 • 6:30-7:30: Ages 16 & Up Every Thursday until June 27.

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Oz the Great good

Doc Hollywood

John Patrick There are few films as sacred as ‘The Wizard of Oz’. So if you're going to tamper with that beloved classic, you'd better have something of a Wizard behind the camera. ‘Oz the Great and Powerful’, a prequel to the 1939 classic, has director Sam Raimi.

Against all odds, the man behind the ‘Evil Dead’ and ‘Spiderman’ series delivers a film that has the brains, courage and, especially, heart to stand alongside its predecessor.

His comfort with big budgets and special effects comes in handy here as well. The script, based on the L. Frank Baum books, is basically an origin story for The Wizard.

In a playful opening sequence, set in 1905 Kansas and filmed (naturally) in black and white, we meet Oscar Diggs, a carnival magician and all around con man. James Franco inhabits the role almost solely based on his ability to be harmlessly sleazy.

Oscar, or ‘Oz’, as he's called, is something of a ladies man who runs afoul of the carnival's strongman, sending him on a madcap escape via a hot-air balloon.

No sooner does he take off than he's swept up on a tornado that, you guessed it, lands him in the merry ol' land of Oz. Once Oz lands, he immediately becomes the focus of a prophecy and a trio of witches (of varying degrees of goodness). Rachel Weisz and Mila Kuniz, as Evanora and Theadora respectfully, do justice to their roles, but Michelle Williams

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is absolutely (and appropriately) radiant as Glinda.

The film is largely about Oz's quest to defeat the wicked witch and restore peace to the land. Along the way, the smart script tips its hat well to the original without trampling on it; the black-and-white, the tornados, the yellow brick road, scarecrows, lions, and so on.

It all adds an element of comfort to the story.

In the end, as you might imagine, the story wraps up nicely and actually makes you want to watch the original again, which might be the film's greatest feat. Yes, it's far too effects-heavy, but then so was the original, in its time, and yes, Mr. Franco is nearly impossible to take seriously. But this ‘Oz’, while not exactly powerful, is pretty great. It may not have much at stake, but it's got a ton of heart. “Oz, the Great and Powerful” is out on DVD/Blu-ray now.

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Community Foundation supports

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Among this year’s recipients of funding from the Burns Lake and District Community Foundation were local arts foundations. (Clockwise from top left) Grassy Plains Community Hall received $2500 towards infrastructure; the Lakes District Arts Council received $2500 towards their July program; the Lakes District Fall Fair received $3000 towards youth programs; and the Lakes District Film Appreciation Society received $1000 to provide free movies four times this year for families.

SCHOOL OF RAWK! Announcing a four day

Rock ’n’ Roll Camp in Burns Lake –

and a chance to play with an awesome rock band from Whitehorse:

DATES:

Radio Controlled Model Airplanes

July 2, 3, 4 and 5

PLACE: Lakes District Secondary School, Burns Lake FOR: Experienced players... or beginners; instrumental players... or singers FEE: $10.00 (thanks to our generous sponsors) BRING: Your instrument if you have one Space is limited. Rawk Campers will be accepted in order of registration.

For more information or to pre-register, phone John or Sandra Barth, 250-692-3371.

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Burns Lake Show & Shine. Spirit Square - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 14. Contact: Kristi (250) 692-5721 or www.burnslakeclassiccars.webs.com

Burns Lake and District Community Foundation “A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION”

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Conquer Cancer campaign exceeds goals

Roxie Rollers roll on Walter Strong Last week’s Ride to Conquer Cancer in Burns Lake raised over $2000.

Approximately 25 riders participated in the event organized by Roxie Harms, Burns Lake native and cousin of the late Marlene Feldmann. The weekend ride in Burns Lake was part of a larger campaign by the Roxi Rollers 2013 Ride to Conquer Cancer benefitting the B.C. Cancer Foundation.

Derek Feldmann, Marlene’s husband, and Roxie Rollers team member, took a moment to talk about how important raising awareness around early cancer detection really is.

Marlene was only 46 when she died of colon cancer, a form of the disease that usually strikes men and at a later age.

“It was 18 months from diagnosis to the end,” recalled Derek.

“By the time it was found it was already in stage four. It had metastasized already.”

For Derek, the importance of early detection can’t be emphasized enough. He and Marlene were always active in efforts to raise money in support of cancer research.

“Marlene and I always did the Terry Fox run for years and years, never realizing how close to home it would hit,” he said.

“This community, and the North in general, is absolutely amazing in the amount of money they will put out for cancer research.”

A fund at the Vanderhoof hospital cancer clinic has also been established - the Marlene Feldman Help Fund for the Vanderhoof Ruby Ellen Van Andel Community Cancer Service.

One of the ways Derek helps raise money for that fund is through a donation tin at his regular kid’s picnics at his farm just east of Burns Lake.

“I’ve got critters and a playground,” said Derek. “I invite parents with kids out so they can see the animals and use the play-

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Derek Feldmann and cyclist supporters gathered at Radley Beach in Burns Lake recently for a ride to conquer cancer. More than $2000 was raised that day. ground. It’s a kid-centred thing.”

The money raised in last weekend’s out and back ride from Burns Lake to Francois Lake was the result of proceeds from a garage sale and a special pulled-pork sandwich lunch at the Wagon Wheel Drive-in across from the ferry, as well as from a spaghetti dinner held later that evening at the Grapevine Pub and Bistro in Burns Lake.

So far, the Roxie Rollers have raised almost $40,000. They set out with the goal of raising $27,500.

“It’s absolutely amazing how supportive this community is,” said Derek.

two weeks, where it will be outfitted to fit Scotts specific mobility needs.

Scott will sell his old van - with over 400,000 kms on it - as part of his next effort which is to raise the money he’ll need to get the van across the border into Canada.

“My plan for the old van will be to try and sell it as it sounds like there will be upwards of $12,000 in fees to get my new van across the border and to me in Victoria,” Scott said.

The National Mobility Awareness Month campaign resulted in

Jeff Scott and Foundation Supporters

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Scott’s bid for votes reaching a final count of 20,551. This was enough to put him into the semi-finalist category. Semi-finalists were reviewed by a group of mobility specialists and three winners of a new van were announced on June 7, 2013.

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Burns Lake born and raised Jeff Scott was announced as one of three winners of a modified van through an online contest.

Scott damaged his spinal cord in a 2010 snowboarding accident that left him quadriplegic and wheelchair bound. Over the next year of intense rehabilitation, he regained partial control of his wrists and arms.

With friends, he started the Live it! Love it!

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Burns Lake native will have new wheels to continue his work

tivity programs for people with spinal cord, or other disabling injuries.

The new van will play a large role in Scott’s ability to continue to do the work of the foundation.

“I’m truly honoured to have won,” said Scott.

“I couldn't be where I am without the support I have, and for that I am incredibly grateful. I feel as though my wings are about to spread a little more and I'll be able to fly a little farther on my own.”

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Gluten free selection New pastas, burgers, salads, starters!!

BBQ By Donation

Proceeds to go to the new Lakes District Hospital

Performances

School Tours

Drumming

Meet Staff & Students Activities

Face Painting

Door Prizes

Register for September!

We invite all past and present students and families to come by and say hello…

And for those not yet a part of the WKE Community, come by and check us out, we would love to meet you!

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Friday Saturday Nights Nights Chicken Prime Rib & Rib Dinner

Sunday NEW brunch Menu

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK NEW KIDS MENU... COME CHECK OUT OUR FAMILY SECTION! Hwy 16 • Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622 • Pub: 250-692-3078

Southside Health & Wellness Centre. Space available in the community greenhouse.

Southside Health & Wellness Centre. Three year old screening and dental

They are for anyone in the community to use. For more info call 250-694-3270.

varnishing June 18. To make an appointment call 250-694-3270.

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Lakes District Secondary School ~ Grad 2013

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Lakes District Secondary School Grads of 2013!

‘Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul.

Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal.’

Congratulations to Keenan Abraham

Patrick Adam

Xandria Ahlbrand

Aaron Beach

Kaitlin and her fellow graduates.

Love Mom, Dad, Taylor & Blair

Ashley Bergen

Tanis Bjarnason

Dylan Bjorgan

Breana Blackwell

Nicholas Brochez

Congratulations Julian Hoyt Burt on your Grad 2013 Julian Burt

Kaitlin Bysouth

Adrienne Charlie

Luke Charlie

Riley Coulson

The class of 2013 Valedictorian:

Nick Brochez

The class of 2013 Grad Speaker:

Janelle O’Meara

Congratulations to the 2013 Grad Class!

We wish you every success in your future.

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Phone: (250) 692-7501 Fax (250) 692-7985

Love From: Mom Charlotte Dad Victor Grandparents Shirley & Myles Grandparents Marie & Ebert Siblings Charity, Kayla, Kyle Brandon & Ethan All your Burt, Casimel, Wilson & Morris Families

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Lakes District Secondary School Grads of 2013!

Philip Daniels

Courtney DeChamplain

Jordan Erickson

Tannis Fehr

Bri Foubert

~ Class of 2013 ~

April Gagnon

Tyrel George

Kaelyn Giesbrecht

Congratulations Jeremy

James Goudreau

Jeremy Havens

We knew you could do it!

Love Mom, Dad, Tyler, Brandon, the Mingers, the Martens & Papa Tom

Congratulations Kaelyn Elizabeth Giesbrecht

on your graduation from Lakes District Secondary School Burns Lake, B.C.

We are so proud of you!

Dad, Mom, Janna and Alea

To the Graduates of 2013...

Congratulations to all of you for this major accomplishment in your lives.

Whether you choose to continue your education or begin a career, do it with dedication and enthusiasm.

Life should be about taking chances and feeling fulfilled.

You are the only one who decides how to make that happen.

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Please have a safe and enjoyable celebration!

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Lakes District Secondary School Grads of 2013!

Alana Joseph

Keller Joseph

Dallin Lambert

Dustin Leclerc

Cassidy Lindaas

Cody Lindaas

Brycen Lindstrom

Congratulations 2013 Graduates...

Do you want to focus on skills for entry to fall programs?

The Lakes District CNC Adult Education Centre is open over the summer and it’s FREE! June 18 - August 14 Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Nelson Lovas

Chris Mack

Madisen Marr

Lee-Anna Michell

Congratulations Madisen

The Burns Lake Band would like to congratulate all the students who are graduating from high school, college or university.

We would also like to wish them well in their lives endeavors and never stop seeking the opportunity to learn new things.

And all the graduating Class of 2013 Love always, Mom & Dad

Congratulations.

Burns Lake Band

Jean Marr Investors Group, Consultant jean.marr@investorsgroup.com Phone: (250) 692-7730 Cell: (250) 691-1641 Fax: (250) 692-7740

Programs Mineral Processing Operator Certificate..........................................................September 3 Adult Education Centre.....................................................................................September 9 FOCUS Employment Centre ...........................................................................September 9 Administrative Assistant (ABT) ........................................................................September 9 Social Service Worker Diploma (2nd year) .....................................................September 9 Professional Cook Level 1..............................................................................September 23 Carpentry Foundation .....................................................................................September 23 Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW) (Burns Lake) .........................September 23 Industrial Mechanic /Machinist .......................................................................September 23 Office Essential Skills.............................................................................................October 7

Start your first year of University at CNC in Burns Lake!

Online FASD 300 ..................................................................................September 25 or January 8 FASD301 ...................................................................................September 25 or January 8 FASD 260 ..................................................................................... October 9 or February 26 FASD 330 ...............................................................................................................October 9 FASD 325 ...............................................................................................................January 8 FASD 335 ...............................................................................................................January 8 FASD 305 .............................................................................................................January 15 FASD 304 ........................................................................................................... February 26 FASD 320 ...................................................................................................................April 16 On Campus ENGL 107 ..........................................................................................................September 9 HIST 103............................................................................................................September 9 SOC 101 ...........................................................................................................September 9 ABST 101 ..........................................................................................................September 9

Phone: 250.692.1700 • Fax: 250.692.1750 • Toll Free: 1.866.692.1943 545 Highway 16 West • PO Box 5000, Burns Lake, BC • V0J 1E0 Email: lksdist@cnc.bc.ca • Website: www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict

Congratulations to our employees’ Grads Abigail Rempel and Dallin Lambert And to all the graduates of 2013!

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Lakes District Secondary School Grads of 2013!

Congrtulations Carli Moroski

Alexander Milinazzo

Carli Moroski

Roy Nooski

Janelle O’Meara

Candyda Patrick

love from all of us

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Markess Paul

Kaleela Peters

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Gary Phillips Trucking supports the Grads of 2013!

Lauren Peters

Daniel Phillips

Congratulations to

Samantha Phillips

Ricki Plasway

Congratulations

Daniel Phillips

Samantha Phillips

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Love from all the family Graduating in Revelstoke, BC

Love from all the family Graduating in Burns Lake, BC

Congratulations Graduation isn’t the closing of a door, It’s the opening of a thousand.

We would like to extend our congratulations to all the graduates of 2013.

Good luck in all your future endeavours!

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Congratulations

Cody Powers

Abby Rempel

Reagan Sam

Jesse Shepherd

Jessica Skin

Kaitlin Bysouth

Abby Rempel

... and all the Grads of 2013!

Congratulations

Congratulations and best wishes for the future!

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Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce

all the Grads of 2013...

We wish you all the best for the future!

P.O. Box 339, Burns Lake â&#x20AC;˘ 250-692-3773

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Lakeview Mall, Burns Lake â&#x20AC;˘ 250-692-7134

Congratulations To all the Graduates of Molly Thompson

Shelby Tom

Jericho Tracey

Congratulations to

Kurt Umstatter

Kyle Umstatter

Congratulations to

Kurt Umstatter

Kyle Umstatter

and all the Grads of 2013!

and all the Grads of 2013!

Burns Lake Home Hardware

Burns Lake Home Hardware

270 Highway 16, Burns Lake

270 Highway 16, Burns Lake

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250-692-7131

Locally Owned & Operated

Locally Owned & Operated

Lakes District Secondary School, College of New Caledonia & Ted Williams Memorial Learning Centre.

Congratulations and best wishes for the future!

From the Board of Directors and Staff at BLNDC

Burns Lake Native Development Corporation

Congratulations...

To our High School Grade 12 Grads: April Gagnon, Jayme Jack, Marion West, Kaleela Peters and Buffy Troy To our Grads from Post Secondary - Ashley Burt (Social Service Worker Certificate), Vanessa Jack (Social Service Worker Certificate), Melissa Gagnon Social Service Worker Certificate, Jessi Jack 3rd year Bachelor of Arts, Mavis Benson (3rd year Law), Krist Peters (Administrative Assistant), Jayme Jack Professional Cook, Christina Jacobs (4th Year Psychology), Christina Brown( Appenticeship Access Program), Daniel Whitford (Heavy Equipment Operators Training).

and to all the Grads of 2013!

We wish you every success in the future!

Cheslatta Carrier Nation Chief & Council, Staff and Membership

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Lakes District Secondary School Grads of 2013!

Congratulations Gerald!

May all your dreams come true now that you reached this milestone.

We are extremely proud of you and all your accomplishments!

With Love; Mom & Dad Whitford Vieonna –Family, Daniel & girls, David, Chelsey & Family & Kyle

Danielle Vessey

Jacob Watson

Gerald Whitford

CONGRATULATIONS

Arielle

Arielle Wiebe

Grads Missing photos:

Congratulations to

Katelyn Woodgate & all the Grads of 2013!

Justin Alex

I am so proud of you!

Jessica Gessl

Love Mom xoxox

Jesse Peebles

Jayme Jack

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Jesse Unruh Marion West

Katie Woodgate

Congratulations Katie

WET’SUWET’EN FIRST NATION would like to take this opportunity to say

Congratulations & Best Wishes

We love you!!

to all the Graduates in the Lakes District area.

Mom, Gerald, Katrina,Chelsea & nephews

From Chief & Council

Congratulations to all the Grads of 2013!

We have a relaxed atmosphere with great service!

Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.

Located on Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake

~Les Brown

We wish you every success in the future.

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Lakes District Secondary School Grads of 2013!

Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards Daniel Phillips - Archie Strimbold Memorial Bursary, Burns Lake Minor Hockey Association Scholarship, District Scholarship, Babine Forest Products/ Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship.

James Goudreau - Barteaux Scholarship, District Scholarship, Vanderhoof and District Co-Op Association Bursary.

Chris Mack - Bulkley Valley Credit Union Bursary, Burns Lake and District Healthcare Auxilliary Bursary, District Scholarship, LDM Scholarship, Tamara Charlie Memorial Health Sciences Scholarship.

Kaitlin Bysouth - Burns Lake Fire Department Bursary, Carl Charlie Memorial Bursary, District Scholarship, Babine Forest Products/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship, Paul JeanBurns Lake Community Forest Bursary, Rotary Bill Petersen Award.

Kaelyn Giesbrecht - Burns Lake Teacher’s Union-Member Child Scholarship, District Scholarship, William Gilgan Memorial Bursary.

Nicholas Brochez - Burns Lake Teacher’s Union-Lori Boychuk Memorial Scholarship, Burns Lake Teacher’s

Union-Rudi Bisenberger Memorial Scholarship, Canfor/Spirit of the North Healthcare Education Scholarship, District Scholarship, Paul Jean-Burns Lake Community Forest Bursary, Rio Tinto Alcan Scholarship-Science & Technology, Rio Tinto Alcan Scholarship-Top Academic, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #50-Burns Lake Bursary, VA Montaldi Award.

Dylan Bjorgan - District Scholarship, Babine Forest Products/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship, LDM Bursary.

Jacob Watson - CUPE-Club 91 Scholarship, District Scholarship, Donald Redwood Memorial Trades Scholarship, Rio Tinto Alcan-Trades Scholarship, Tory Wiebe & Brodie Mathews Memorial Bursary.

Tanis Bjarnason - District Scholarship, On Cue Theatre Bursary, Rio Tinto Alcan Scholarship-Creative Arts, Sheila Mills Memorial Bursary, Faculty Association of CNC Recruitment Scholarship.

Xandria Ahlbrand - Dennis Hiatt Memorial Mudbog Society Bursary, District Scholarship, Lakes District Arts Council Scholarship, Western Communities Foundation Exceptional Achievement Citation Bursary.

Alex Milinazzo - District Scholarship, Harris & Co Scholarship, Council of Forest Industries Annual Convention Legacy Scholarship.

Riley Coulson - District Scholarship, Jr. Firefighter Bursary.

Ashley Bergen - District Scholarship, Babine Forest Products/Decker Lake Forest Products Scholarship, LDSS PAC Bursary, Robert Luggi Memorial Bursary.

Nelson Lovas - District Scholarship.

Abby Rempel - District Scholarship.

Janelle O’Meara - District Scholarship, Nechako Lakes Administrators’ Association Award.

Carli Moroski - District Scholarship, LDSS PAC Bursary, Tina Vien Memorial Scholarship.

Jericho Tracey - District Scholarship.

Madisen Marr - District Scholarship.

Cody Powers - District Scholarship.

Kaleela Peters - Jaime Rachel Hoffman Memorial Bursary.

Congratulations to all the 2013 Grads!

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Lake Babine Nation CHIEF & COUNCIL would like to congratulate the following students graduating from High School and Post-Secondary Institutions: Dino Alec, Prince George Centre for Learning Alternatives Janine West, Prince George Secondary School Curtis Williams, Prince George Secondary School Shania Williams, Duchess Park Secondary School Carole Marlowe, Smithers Secondary School Christie West, Smithers Secondary School Keenan Abraham, Lakes District Secondary School Patrick Adam, Lakes District Secondary School Justin Alec, Lakes District Secondary School Tanis Bjarnason-Crouse, Lakes District Secondary School Adrienne Charlie, Lakes District Secondary School Luke Charlie, Lakes District Secondary School Phillip Daniels, Lakes District Secondary School Alana Joseph, Lakes District Secondary School Keller Joseph, Lakes District Secondary School Lee-Anna Michell, Lakes District Secondary School Candyda Patrick, Lakes District Secondary School Kayla Peter, Lakes District Secondary School Ricki Plasway, Lakes District Secondary School Shelby Tom, Lakes District Secondary School Katie Woodgate, Lakes District Secondary School PoST-SeConDARy GRADuATe STuDenTS Carmen Williams, Bachelor of Arts, UNBC Georgina erickson, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Cecilia Godfrey, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Bernadette Lacerte, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Rosalie Macdonald, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Beatrice Michell, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Kelly Tizya, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Jacqueline Williams, First Nations Language Diploma, UNBC Cheryl Tress, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, UBC Holly Duncan, Applied Business Certificate, NEC Vancouver Cassie Siebert, Resource Management Tech.

Maureen Findlay, Pro Cook Level 1 CNC Lisa Alec, Pro Cook Level 1 CNC Sara Jack, Social Worker Certificate Program Tanya Brown, Social Worker Certificate Program Verna West, Social Worker Certificate Program Lucy Campbell, Social Worker Certificate Program yvette Pierre, Social Worker Certificate Program Lucy Alec, Social Worker Certificate Program

“Congratulations to any LBN members that we may have missed”

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Homes for pooches

longboarding for a cure James Osmond made his way through Burns Lake on June 3, 2013 as part of his crossCanada longboard adventure to raise awareness and funds towards prostate cancer research. The Big Push to Prevent Prostate Cancer is affiliated with the Canadian Cancer Society. Osmond, from Barrie Ontario, lost his grandfather to a prostate cancer that he feels might have been avoidable through earlier detection. His campaign can be followed on Facebook. Search for The Big Push to Prevent Prostate Cancer.

Students from the Granisle Babine Elementary School helped build dog houses in Burns Lake on June 3, 2013 as part of the 2013 pet spay and neuter campaign. The students took two of the dog houses back to Granisle where a contest will be held to select two winners of the new homes. The campaign moved on to Kitwanga later in the week to build several more homes.

Walter Strong photo

Walter Strong photos

Tweedsmuir Cavaliers riding strong Contributed The first Tweedsmuir Cavaliers Saddle Club (TCSC) gymkhana of the year was held at Liz Kemppainen’s May 11, 2013.

Fourteen riders entered the various events (keyhole, scud s ho, scurry, polebending, and barrels) in three divisions (over 14, 14 and under, and leadline) to try for the fastest time of the day.

The most challenging class of the day was the TC Special, which had seven no times until the very last rider, Jessica, managed to get a time and win the jackpot.

The next gymkhana will be held July 21. There will be three gymkhanas this year for our riders to qualify for the Northwest Invitational Championship Gymkhana being hosted in Fraser Lake on Sept. 14, 2013.

The next TCSC event will be the schooling show & clinic, set for June 15 & 16 at the TCSC grounds. This schooling show offers lots of one-on-one help from the judge and features an English day and a western day.

More information on the TCSC and its events can be found on the web at www.tcsaddleclub.webs. com and on Facebook, or by

email at torikari@hotmail.com, or call Kristi at 250-692-5721.

TCSC gymkhana results are: Keyhole – Seniors (3) 1 Shaelyn Wiebe Keyhole – Juniors (3) 1 Mikahla Magel, 2 Hannah Hannula, 3 Mark Watney Keyhole – Leadline (6) 1. Jessica Wipfli 2. Ann Watney 3. Nicole Magel 4. Sarah Wipfli 5. Emily Wifpli 6. Zane Wipfli Scud A Ho – Seniors (2) 1. Shaelyn Wiebe 2. Reagan Sam Scud A Ho – Juniors (4) 1. Ian Watney 2. Hannah Hannula 3. Mikahla Magel 4. Mark Watney Scud A Ho – Leadline (5) 1. Sarah Wipfli 2. Jessica Wipfli 3. Ann Watney 4. Nicole Magel 5. Emily Wifpli Scurry – Seniors (2) 1. Reagan Sam 2. Shaelyn Wiebe Scurry – Juniors (4) 1. Nigel Watney 2. Hannah Hannula 3. Mikahla Magel

4. Mark Watney Scurry – Leadline (5) 1. Ann Watney 2. Emily Wifpli 3. Sarah Wipfli 4. Jessica Wipfli 5. Nicole Magel Polebending – Seniors (3) 1. Bea Wipfli 2. Reagan Sam 3. Shaelyn Wiebe Polebending – Juniors (4) 1. Nigel Watney 2. Hannah Hannula 3. Mikahla Magel Polebending – Leadline (5) 1. Sarah Wipfli 2. Jessica Wipfli 3. Ann Watney 4. Emily Wifpli 5. Nicole Magel Barrels – Seniors (2) 1. Bea Wipfli 2. Shaelyn Wiebe Barrels – Juniors (3) 1. Nigel Watney 2. Mikahla Magel Barrels – Leadline (5) 1. Emily Wifpli 2. Jessica Wipfli 3. Ann Watney 4. Sarah Wipfli 5. Nicole Magel TC Special – Open (8) Winner Take All – Jessica Wipfli

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The next gymkhana will be held July 21, 2013 and everyone is welcome to attend.

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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.

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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 RESERVOIR UPDATE

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

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BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010 PLANNING a wedding or anniversary party? Looking for plastic flowers for decorations.

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SAWMILL SUPERVISOR Reporting to the Sawmill Coordinator, the Sawmill Supervisor will be an integral part of the site's leadership team and provide direction on the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of our new, state-of-the-art sawmill in Fox Creek, Alberta.

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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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FLOW FACTS 5 June 2013

Reservoir Elevation: 851.46 m (2793.53 ft) SLS Discharge: 49.47 m3/s Visit website www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time flow information for the Nechako River.

Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

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Ideal candidates will have a post-secondary education in a related field, coupled with several years of progressively more senior leadership experience in a lumber-manufacturing environment. They should have a proven track record of working collaboratively and be able to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement. Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

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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.

May 26th - 29th, 2013, the BC/Yukon Command of the Royal Canadian Legion held their 51st biennial convention in Whistler BC with over 200 members attending representing the 152 Branches in BC. The theme for this convention was “Celebrating Who We Are and What We Do”. The convention was informative with speakers from the Department of National Defense, Veterans Affairs Canada, Dominion Command and the Veterans Transition Program. Following the parade, opening ceremonies included presentations of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Medal to many Legion volunteers and from our very own Branch in Burns Lake, Joe Comeau, Bob Whipps and Jeanne Parkinson were presented with the Medal.

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Join West Fraser and work with one of North America’s most successful forest products companies. At West Fraser, we are committed to environmental excellence, workplace safety and sustaining operating leadership through continued investments.

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Houston Forest Products a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd., Located in Houston, B.C. is accepting applications for a certified Shift Electrician to work in our Electrical Department.

Sawmill and PLC experience would be an asset. A competitive wage and benefit package is provided.

The successful applicants must be willing to relocate to Houston, B.C. Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter before June 28, 2013 to: Houston Forest Products 1300 Morice River Road Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z1 Fax: 250-845-5301 Email: jenny.powell@westfraser.com We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Houston Forest Products Join West Fraser and work with one of North America’s most successful forest products companies. At West Fraser, we are committed to environmental excellence, workplace safety and sustaining operating leadership through continued investments.

CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHT

Houston Forest Products a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd., located in Houston, B.C. is accepting applications for a Certified Millwright to work in our Maintenance Department.

Five years’ experience in the sawmill industry would be preferred. A competitive wage and benefit package is provided.

The successful applicants must be willing to relocate to Houston, B.C. Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter before June 28, 2013 to: Houston Forest Products 1300 Morice River Road Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z1 Fax: 250-845-5301 Email: jenny.powell@westfraser.com We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Career Opportunities QUAD L Enterprises Ltd. has a job opening for a: Vegetation Control Supervisor in the Cariboo/Valemount Area. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Planning and implementation of all aspects of control projects. Expertise to provide training and supervision to employees. Following all Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in the industryas a Certified Arborist and have current safety certifications Please submit resumes including a current driver’s abstract to: hr@isley.ca

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RJAMES WESTERN STAR FREIGHTLINER Journeyman Truck & Equipment Partsperson. Busy commercial transport truck dealership in Kamloops has an immediate opening for a journeyman parts person. This position is permanent full time with competitive wage and benefit package. Resumes to Attn: HR Dept 2072 Falcon Rd., Kamloops BC V2C 4J3 Fax: (250)374-7790 Email: jobapplication@jamesws.com Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Secure Vernon company looking for Marine Mechanic, with good customer service, attention to detail, must have valid boat license, drivers license an asset. Fast paced environment. boatsrlife@gmail.com

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Dengarry Professional Services Ltd. is seeking experienced individuals or couples for contract to provide live in 24 hr. support for short term stabilization to adults with mental & physical disabilities in Kamloops. Applicant must have education and exp. either in behavioral and/or medical supports. Applicant will undergo a screening process including reference checks, Crim Check and drivers abstract.

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604-819-3393 LUMBER Inspectors - Supervisor required (CMSA). BC Central Interior Locations. Excellent salary, benefits and potential for advancement. Please submit your resume to forestry2012@hotmail.com

WKM, a mechanical contractor located in Trail, BC, is looking for a Controller. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing the day to day accounting operations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and ccra remittances.

Must have a minimum of three years’ experience and have or be pursuing an accounting

Pinnacle Seeking Skilled Labour Pinnacle Renewable Energy in Burns Lake has openings for Journeyman Millwrights and utility labourers.

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Please submit resume to office@monsterindustries.ca or fax: 250-845-3245.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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CONTROLLER Qualified applicants are being sought for the position of Controller in School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes). The Controller is an excluded position, and is a member of the district management team reporting to the Secretary Treasurer. The anticipated start date for the position is August 2013.

The District: This widely dispersed district provides education for approximately 5,000 learners with a staff of 700 and an operating budget of approximately $54 million. We are committed to sustaining work environments where employees value their work and know their work is valued.

The Position: The Controller is responsible for developing and maintaining financial systems and records, including: ■

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Preparation and/or supervision of financial reports as required, including: annual budget submission, annual financial statements, quarterly GRE and EDAS, and the annual SOFI and Charity return Supervision of Accounting Dept staff and management of the Accounting Dept budget Development of financial controls and monitoring of on-going financial activities Maintenance of the G.L. Chart of Accounts and configuration parameters in S.D.S. and maintenance of user access and parameters in MyBudgetFile

The Applicant: The successful applicant will possess: ■ A professional accounting designation such as CGA, CMA, or CA (preferred) ■ Post-secondary training in business management or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience ■ Minimum of five years experience in a comparable financial position, preferably with the public education sector ■ A valid BC Driver’s licence For complete details of this opportunity, please visit http://www.makeafuture.ca.

Applications including references should be addressed to: Darlene Turner Secretary Treasurer School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) Box 129 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Closing date for receipt of applications is 4:30 p.m.

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SMALL Engine Business for Sale in New Hazelton, British Columbia. Selling price $140,000

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HOUSE ON ACREAGE

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Included: fridge, Jenn-Air stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal, washer & dryer, custom blinds.

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Rentals 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.

Transportation

Cars - Domestic 98 CHEV Cavalier, some rust, well maintained, studded winter and summer tires. $1000 obo (250) 698 - 7533.

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of LOUELLA MAY BASSETT, deceased, on the 14th day of February, 2013, late of 16089 Highway 35, Burns Lake, British Columbia, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned, KERRY MARTIN, care of FULTON & COMPANY LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 300 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 350 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 1Y1, on or before the 5th day of July, 2013, after which date the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assets will be distributed, having regard only to claims of which the Executor then has notice.

KERRY MARTIN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF LOUELLA MAY BASSETT, DECEASED

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

lN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GARRY RICHARD TAYLOR, 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, VOJ 3A0, on or before the 26th day of July, 2013 after which date the claims filed maybe paid without reference to any claims of which the Personal Representative then has no knowledge.

Personal Representative, by: Christopher K. Wingham, Solicitor

NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of NEAL BASSETT aka SMOKEY BASSETT, deceased, on the 18th day of September, 2011, late of 16089 Highway 35, Burns Lake, British Columbia, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned, KERRY MARTIN, care of FULTON & COMPANY LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 300 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 350 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 1Y1, on or before the 5th day of July, 2013, after which date the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assets will be distributed, having regard only to claims of which the Executor then has notice.

KERRY MARTIN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF NEAL BASSETT aka SMOKEY BASSETT, DECEASED

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