Issuu

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

▼

Volume 95 - No. 12

▼

www.ldnews.net

▼

$1.30 GST inc.

BURNS LAKE

LAKES DISTRICT NEWS Gala honours concert Kira Larson plays If You Ever Meet a Whale at the honours concert of the Lakes District Festival of the Performing Arts. More on page 12. FLAVIO NIENOW PHOTO

Are CFLs safe? Many Canadians have been replacing their regular incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs). While CFLs are promoted as being energy-efficient, their use has been raising some health concerns.

Story on page 5

Generous donation by Health Auxiliary The Health Care Auxiliary of Burns Lake has donated more than $30,000 to that the Pines Complex Care Facility (the Pines).

Proposed cutbacks to affect Burns Lake

Over 20 per cent of staff at the Lakes District campus of CNC have received layoff notices FLAVIO NIENOW

A total of 10 employees were given layoff notices at the Lakes District campus of the College of New Caledonia (CNC) due to an effort to balance the college’s budget. Some of these employees will be hired back with reduced hours. Henry Reiser, CNC President, said the college is facing a $2.8 million deficit in 2015/16. Rei-

ser said the deficit is partially due to an increase in fixed costs such as utilities and regularization costs. “We have no control over those factors, and we have no additional funding to cover those costs,” he said. Reiser said another factor having a significant affect on the budget was a decision the college made a few years ago to keep tuitions at a lower cost for students. “In 2005, a two per cent tuition and fees cap was put on, and our fees have been substantially lower than the provincial average,” said Reiser. Out of the 10 employees being laid off at the Lakes District campus, six of them are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), and four of them are represented by the Confederation of University Faculty Associations of B.C. (CUFA BC).

Understand Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

According to CUFA BC’s collective agreement, layoffs must be notified by March 31. According to CUPE’s collective agreement, employees can be laid off at any time throughout the year. Michelle Culberson, CUPE member and Programs Coordinator at CNC, said these layoffs were devastating news for the Lakes District. “We are a small campus, but we do big things,” she said. “Everyone here cares so much about what they do. This is devastating in so many levels because this is our family.” In order to address the deficit in the budget, Reiser said the college will also work to restructure programs, suspend intakes in some programs and reduce offerings in other programs. “This will give us an opportunity to refresh and revise the programs so that we can relaunch them with appropriate tuition levels and fees, and reduce ...see LAYOFFS ▼ P3

ONLINE University/ College Courses FASD 325 FASD Brain and Behaviour ......April 15 FASD 320 Human Development ...............April 15 FASD 330 Addictions..................................April 15

Story on page 7

Midgets are third best in B.C. The Burns Lake Minor Hockey Midget team took the third place after competing in the 2014-2015 B.C. Hockey Tier 4 Championships held in Clearwater, B.C., during the week of March 14-19.

Story on page 11

Learn from home!

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

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Wed, Mar 18: 6:30PM & Thurs, Mar 19: 9:00PM

Wed, Mar 18: 9:00PM & Thurs, Mar 19: 6:30PM

FABRIC: Buy from same bolt:

SPRING BREAK

10% OFF 2 metres = 20% OFF 3 metres = 30% OFF 4 and over 40% OFF

CLASSES FOR KIDS:

1 metre =

Apron? Little Bag? Hand sewing?

Bolshoi Ballet:

The Imitation Game

Insurgent

Rated PG

“Reel Deal Wednesday” all seats $6* on until March 31, 2015

ONE DAY ONLY: Sunday, Mar 22 at 1:00PM

The Duff COMMUNITY OWNED & OPERATED 441 Hwy 16, Burns Lake

www.beacontheatre.ca 250-692-3334

March 20-26: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 7:00PM Closed Monday • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00PM

“Reel Deal Wednesday” all seats $6*

Romeo and Juliet Tickets at the door: All seats $12

Lakes District News “REEL DEAL WEDNESDAY” - ALL SEATS $6* ALL MATINEE SEATS $6* (*+$3 surcharge all 3D movies)

REMINDER: CASH ONLY! SORRY! Schedule subject to change. Check our website, marquee or phone line for up-to-date information. Daily updates: www.Facebook.com/

beacontheatrebl

Doors open 1/2 hour before showtime.

www.beacontheatre.ca

Aborigional history week celebration

Call the store for info must pre register.

Pre cuts: 10-15% OFF

UKRAINIAN EGG LESSONS

selected pre cuts

Call to book a time.

#5 – 870 Hwy 16 - West end of town Phone: 250-692-0080

www.yarnandsewon.com

Stop by & see the new

Spring Collection Perfect for spring break

travellers! Think Spring! Wear Colour!

+SALE STIL

L ON:

ck: Winter Sto % oﬀ! 60

416 Government St. • Open Tuesday thru Saturday Noon til 5 pm

What’s your next move?

flavio nienow photos

(L) Joel West entertained the crowd by playing rock and roll and country songs during the third day of Aboriginal history week. West also inspired the public by sharing his personal story - from addiction to recovery. (R) Children could not contain their enthusiasm and joined Lakes Babine Nation’s drumming and singing group for a dance during the second day of the Aboriginal history week. The event took place from March 17 to 20 at the College of New Caledonia in Burns Lake.

Biathlon with a twist at Omineca Ski

TAX-FREE SAVINGS ACCOUNT 2015 Allowable deposit for TFSA’s is $5,500

SEE US FIRST FOR PROVEN HIGHER RETURNS AND PLAN YOUR PATH FORWARD!

CALL US to discuss how to plan for your INDIVIDUAL NEEDS

Submitted photos

Gordon Hayward Catherine Stovel EPC, CHS

Financial Planning Centre TOLL FREE:

EPC, CHS

Andrea Stovel

Omineca Ski Club had one of their final events of the ski season this past weekend - the Omineca Amazing Relay. The event combined biathlon (skiing and shooting) with the Amazing Race. Teams had to ski four laps of the course and shoot three times. Each time around the lap they had to perform various skills and shoot with different instructions that were kept secret until they started the lap.

LLQP, MA

114 - 1717 3rd Ave PRINCE GEORGE, BC

250-563-8243 fpcinc@telus.net

1-800-773-3233

SAVING & INVESTING • RETIREMENT & ESTATE PLANNING SINCE 1982

Spring has sprung sale

Huge savings on all new and used vehicles! UP to $12,000 including Costco on New 2014 F150’s! 0% on Select New Cars! And Thousands off Used!!

Come in and see wide range of inventory www.ldnews.net

TOLL FREE: 1-888-449-4029 250-567-4781 1473 HWY 16 EAST www.westlineford.com DL # 30423

Lakes District News

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net

Board of directors to vote April 24 REC SITES from t P1 the cost of delivery.” The role of the regional director will also see some changes. Up until now, the regional director was fully responsible for all academic matters at the Lakes District Campus. From now on, there will be a campus principal responsible for the operation of the campus, and a dean, based in Prince George, who will oversee the academic programming of the campus. “We are trying to ensure that the academic experience of our students, no matter where they study at CNC, is the same,” said Reiser. “That’s what this is all about, to standardize our academic agenda and programming.” However, some employees at the Lakes District campus do not feel that standardizing the academic agenda could benefit the community. Jenny Harms, CUPE member and Programs Coordinator at CNC, said that when there is less staff and more stipulations on what staff can or cannot do, the college cannot be as responsive to community needs. “We are a community college, not a college within our com-

munity,” she said. Harms has worked for the college for over 14 years. She received a layoff notice on March 20, 2015. This is not the first time that the Lakes District campus has faced some cutbacks. In 2014, staff hours were reduced by 360 hours a week. Since a full-time CUPE position is 35 hours per week, the cutbacks were equivalent to 10 full-time positions. A public forum will be held to give community members a chance to voice their opinions about the proposed changes. The forum will be held on March 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the lecture theatre of CNC in Prince George. On April 24, 2015, the CNC board of directors will vote to approve the budget and the proposed changes. Reiser said that depending on the outcome of the voting, some of the layoffs may be rescinded based on what programs are being suspended. Lily Bachand, President of CUPE Local 4951, said it’s important that Burns Lake residents and community leaders voice their opinion. “The leaders of this community need to make a statement to keep this campus as viable as possible,” she said.

Teachers union re-elect president

Jim Iker

At the 99 B.C. Teachers’ Federation annual general meeting, Jim Iker of the Burns Lake district teachers’ union was re-elected for a third one-year term as president of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation. In addition, first vice-president Glen Hansman from Vancouver Elementary and second vicepresident Teri Mooring from Quesnel were also re-elected to continue in their respective positions. “I am very grateful to B.C. teachers for all their support, commitment, and solidarity this past year,” said Jim Iker. “It is an honour to lead this great union and be the spokesperson in our collective advocacy for better working and learning

conditions across British Columbia. In the coming year, we will continue our push to ensure B.C.’s public education system is properly funded so teachers and students have the support they need in our schools.” Also elected to serve as members-at-large on the B.C. Teachers’ Federation Executive Committee were: Mike Ball, Nanaimo; Gail Chaddock-Costello, Langley; Clint Johnston, Chilliwack; James Sanyshyn, Burnaby; and Paul Steer, Delta. They join current members-at-large, Carole Gordon (Kelowna), Karen Langenmaier (Comox), and Norm Sabourin (Boundary).

new rcmp member The Burns Lake detachment of the RCMP has a new member - constable Nicolai Phillips. Originally from Charlottetown, P.E.I., the new constable arrived in Burns Lake on Feb. 19, 2015. He recently completed his training at the RCMP Academy in Regina, S.K., and this is his first post with the RCMP. Phillips moved to Burns Lake by himself and said he enjoys living in small towns. Flavio Nienow photo

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Lakes District News

t Editorial Flavio Sachett Nienow

tom fletcher

Making progress on poverty

CNC Lakes needs our support This past week I had the opportunity to spend a lot of time at the Lakes District campus of the College of New Caledonia (CNC). I heard the voices of many concerned instructors, program coordinators and union representatives about the proposed cutbacks at CNC. The college now faces a deficit of $2.8 million in its budget, and is prosing a series of cutbacks to address this issue - including the suspension of intakes for certain programs and laying off staff. Last Friday, 10 employees of the Lakes District campus received layoff notices. Some of these employees will be hired back with reduced hours. If you think 10 is not a significant number, you should know that they represent over 20 per cent of the staff of the Lakes District campus. Any competent manager will tell you that a good work climate is vital for any organization - when people are feeling safe and valued at work, they will perform their best. From what I learned this week about our campus, I realized that the need for a good work climate here is even greater than in other organizations. In order for staff to identify priorities in the community, create new programs and motivate community members to attend these programs, the staff need to be motivated themselves! Let me paint you a picture… The Lakes District campus works differently than some of the other campuses in the region. While the majority of programs in Prince George receive base funding, most of the programs in Burns Lake work as cost-recovery. This basically means that our campus fundraises for new programs through proposals, grants, industry partnerships and partnerships with First Nations communities. It also means that our campus is responsive to community needs, and most of the programs are created based on priorities identified in our area. So the Lakes District campus plays a vital role in addressing a number of issues in this community. In December 2014, our campus created a program called Hasadeendee. This program was intended to enhance the mental health of mother and father figures in our community. Burns Lake already had a program specifically for mothers, but staff here identified a need to support other family members including men. How do you go around motivating students and creating new programs when you are unsure if you will still have your job in a near future? I would imagine that when 20 per cent of staff is being laid off, that would certainly create uncertainty and unease. Furthermore, how is staff going to be motivated to go after new programs with increased fees and challenges in the organization? While speaking to several college employees over this past week - some of whom have worked at the college for over a decade and had just found out they were being laid off - I realized how passionate these individuals are about their jobs. This is not the first time that the Lakes District campus has faced some cutbacks. In 2014, staff hours were reduced by 360 hours a week. Considering that a full-time position has 35 hours per week, the cutbacks were equivalent to 10 full-time positions. When I spoke to Lily Bachand, President of CUPE Local 4951, she mentioned how important it was for community leaders to stand up against all these cutbacks. A powerful province such as B.C. should now allow extensive cuts in post-secondary education. If young people cannot go to college, they will move. If they move, they are taking away opportunities for growth in our area and money that would help improve our local economy.

Last Week’s Question: Do you think the regional tax increase was fair? 83% No 17% Yes

BURNS LAKE

LAKES DISTRICT NEWS

Distributed every Wednesday in the Lakes District

23-3rd Avenue, Box 309, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 • Telephone 250.692.7526 • Fax 250.692.3685 email: advertising@ldnews.net OR newsroom@ldnews.net

www.ldnews.net

SUBSCRIPTIONS: Local $40.10 (Seniors $31.00) • Outside local area $54.60 • USA $168.00 • International $313.50 ~ GST included Reproduction of contents either in part or in whole are not permitted without prior consent. Copyright Canada No. 22 Serial No. 132934 Publications Mail Registration No. 08675. PAP Registration No. 08675. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Your community newspaper

CMCA AUDITED

The B.C. government has made its most significant moves in decades to address the needs of some of the province’s poorest people. The largest financial commitment is for a new program to help single parents escape from the welfare trap. There are 16,000 single parents in B.C. receiving provincial income assistance or disability payments, most of them women. Even if they could find an entry-level job, it wouldn’t pay enough to cover the child care they would need to go to work. Worst of all, the current system requires that if they enrol in training, they lose their income assistance, including dental and extended medical care for themselves and their

children. That is the welfare trap, one of the most perverse government policies to have survived into our supposedly enlightened modern era. The new program takes effect in September. It will not only continue income assistance payments when single parents enrol in skills training, it promises to cover their child care and transportation costs for an approved training program of up to one year. Medical and child care costs will then be covered for up to a year after training, to allow a transition to employment. Approved training means training for jobs that are identified as in demand, requiring high school and occupation-specific training that can be completed in a year or less. They include retail sales, general office work and assistance jobs in health services. Another overdue policy change is to double the allowable earnings for all income assistance recipients from $200 to $400 a month. This gives people a chance to improve their circumstances by taking whatever part-time or casual work they can manage, without having that little income cut from their already meagre welfare cheques. And then there was the recent decision to end the claw-back of parental child support payments from income assistance payments. The province has for many years run a costly child maintenance enforcement program to track down (mostly) deadbeat dads and force them to pay at least a token amount to support their children. Now when they pay child support to a single parent on income assistance, they will at least have the satisfaction of knowing the children actually receive the extra benefit. These harsh, historic policies were built around a philosophy that welfare is a temporary last resort, to be withdrawn as soon as some other source of income is identified. That is a valid if unfashionable position to take on behalf of working taxpayers who pay for all this, but it only makes sense if the income assistance recipient has a realistic option. For those who are already in the entry-level job market, the minimum wage goes up 20 cents an hour in September, from $10.25 to $10.45. This is the beginning of an annual review that will tie the wage to the consumer price index. A paltry sum, to be sure, but anyone who still thinks jacking the minimum wage up to $15 an hour is a magic solution that won’t cost some entry-level jobs is clinging to a socialist dream world. I have been contacted by several low-income seniors who read my recent column on B.C.’s Seniors’ Advocate. They were asking where to find out if they are eligible for support programs such as the SAFER rent subsidy, assistance for Medical Services Plan premiums, property tax deferment and grants to help with home modifications for disabilities. I apologize for this oversight. One place to start is the Seniors’ Advocate toll-free information line, 1-877-952-3181, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Cast your vote this week:

Will the CNC cutbacks effect you personally? To vote log on to www.ldnews.net

Publisher/Advertising: Laura Blackwell Editor: Flavio Sachett Nienow Legislative Reporter Black Press: Tom Fletcher Contributor: Hugh Neave Office Manager: Kim Piper Production Manager: Annamarie Douglas BC Press Council - Lakes District News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith,B.C. V9G 1A9. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Lakes District News

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net

Due to the Easter Holiday the deadlines for the April 8th paper will be

Thursday, April 2nd at 3:00 p.m. for all ads & submissions.

“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION” 37, 3RD Avenue, PH: 250-692-3195 PO Box 820, TF: 800-320-3339 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 FX: 250-692-3305 www.rdbn.bc.ca E-MAIL:inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca

MEETING SCHEDULE 2015 March 26, 2015 ........RDBN Board Meeting/

SNRHD Meeting April 16, 2015 ...........RDBN Committee Meetings April 30, 2015 ...........RDBN Board Meeting/

SNRHD Meeting May 14, 2015............RDBN Committee Meetings Meetings tentatively commence at 10:30 a.m. Please call (250) 692-3195/1-800-320-3339 for further information

PUBLIC IS WELCOME

INSTRUMENTAL ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING (IADL) Services for Seniors

Special Olympics wrap up with award presentation Special Olympics wrapped up with a luncheon followed by an award presentation for the bowling team. Awards included highest average, highest games and pins over average. The club has approximately 27 participants from Burns Lake, Houston and Smithers. The team has been meeting every week in Flavio Nienow photo Houston with coach Jeannie Cramer since September 2014. The luncheon took place at Pan Handle Restaurant in Burns Lake.

Are compact fluorescent lamps safe? Local resident says she will never use CFLs again Flavio Nienow Many Canadians have been replacing their regular incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs). While

CFLs are promoted as being energy-efficient, their use has been raising some health concerns. Francois Lake resident Bernadette Peebles switched to CFLs a few years ago hoping that she would save on the electricity bill. At one point, Peebles had 17 CFLs in her house. On March 12, 2015, Peebles was in her bathroom when her CFL started to smoke shortly after turning the light on.

"All of a sudden there was smoke starting to come out of it [the bulb] and then flames shot out of it," she said.

Peebles said she immediately turned off the light switch and opened the bathroom window. "The room was

We service what we sell!! The Comfort Zone Flying Dutchman Service

101-1st Avenue, Burns Lake

250-692-3337

full of smoke," she said. "Luckily I have a window in my bathroom, so I opened ...see CFL

ServiceS for SeniorS... This program offers support services to help seniors with non-medical day-to-day tasks. eligibility

• 65 years or older • Living independently • Resides in Burns Lake

ServiceS AvAilAble

• Friendly visits • Transportation • Housekeeping • Grocery Shopping • Light yard work / snow removal • Information / Referral Services

fee for Service

Services are provided free by volunteers with the exception of light housekeeping. To reGISTer or to BOOK for services please contact us.

t P8

TAX

TIPS & TRAPS

Lakes District Community Services Society

132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Phone: (250) 692 7577 • E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca

www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca

Did you Know... • Your pharmacy will print out a detailed list of your current years prescriptions and total cost • Prescription eye wear and dental costs (other than cosmetic procedures) are deemed medical deductions • Volunteer Fire Fighters and Volunteer Search & Rescue members qualify for an additional tax deduction if they have over 200 hours of qualifying services • You should retain your personal tax returns for 10 years and Capital Asset receipts indefinitely • If you have medical travel you would like to use as a deduction a letter from the medical facility that you visited is required stating the dates you visited and that the services you received were not available where you live

For all your real estate needs

Phone: 1-250-694-3719 cell: 1-250-692-9303 email:northernhomes@msn.com

If you want to sell or buy a home please think of

You can find more information as well as a tax organizer on our web site at : For more info see our website:

www.mcphailcga.com

http://www.mcphailcga.com/content/ pdf/ca_tax_organizer.pdf

Marika Ramousch

Box 597, 321 Highway 16, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

It would be my pleasure to work with you

www.northernpropertiesandhomes.com www.pristinetrophyproperties.com

Phone: 250-692-7595 Certified General Accountant

Fax: 250-692-3872 email: mcphail@mcphailcga.com www.mcphailcga.com

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Lakes District News

t letters

Notice of Intention to Issue a Park Use Permit

Per Section 20 of the Park Act, this advertisement serves as notice that the Ministry of Environment (BC Parks) intends to issue a park use permit(s) for the following purpose(s): Name of Park

Activity

Chikamin Bay Rail Portage (Tweedsmuir North Park)

Park Operations

If you have any questions concerning this notification or are interested in this opportunity, please visit BCBid.ca and search for document number BCP2015-02.

FULL SERVICE at the pump and

FRIENDLY SERVICE at the counter!

Everyone welcome We have the LOWEST FUEL PRICES in town!

Convenience Store with a range of everyday items such as groceries, toiletries, pop, candy, tobacco products, and newspapers.

819D Center Street, Burns Lake

250-692-3901

Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-11pm Sat 8am-11pm, Sun: 9am-9pm Holidays: 9am-9pm

Everyone is welcome to purchase gas at our store!

Canada’s forest products industry: an environmental leader Editor: As we approach the United Nations International Day of Forests on March 21, Canada can feel proud that its forest products industry has become a world leader in environmental credentials. For an industry that was admittedly once an environmental offender, the past few decades have been a remarkable journey. To start, the latest statistics show that with more than 160 million hectares, Canada makes up 43 per cent of the world’s independently certified forests. This is four times more than any other country. Certification means that companies follow progressive social and environmental forest management practices, as assessed by an independent third body. This includes prompt regeneration of the forest land, sustainable harvest levels, Aboriginal engagement, and protection of biodiversity and wildlife habitats. Besides being the world leader in certification, a Yale University study has found that Canada’s forestry regulations and laws are among the most stringent in the world. By law, all harvested trees are regrown, ensuring forest resources will be there for future generations. Canada actually has virtually zero deforestation, with a rate of 0.02 per cent each year The Canadian forest products industry is also making strong progress in reducing the environmental footprint of its mills, with a 70 per cent reduction in greenhouse gases since 1990. Air pollutants are down 52 per cent and water pollutants have been reduced by 70 per cent since 2005. Toxins such as PCBs and dioxins have been eliminated, coal is no longer used, and oil use Did you know? •Texting while driving is equal to driving after drinking 4 beers. •You are 23 times more likely to crash. •5 Seconds of texting at 80 KMS per hour is 300 ft of missed road. •28% of accidents are text related. •11 teens are killed every day from texting while driving.

Comfor Management Services Ltd. Comfor Management Services Ltd. Annual General Meeting Annual General Meeting April28, 28,2014 2014 at April at6:15 6:15pmpm Village of of Burns Burns Lake Village Lake Office Oﬃce

COMFOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD. IS LOOKING FOR DIRECTORS

Eligible candidates for the Comfor Management Services Ltd. Board of Directors must: Be qualified as required by the Business Corporations Act to become, act or continue to act as a director; and  Complete and submit an Application to Become a Director 

Preference will be given to residents of the Lakes District. Successful candidates will be appointed to the Board of Directors at the Comfor Management Services Ltd. Annual General Meeting. For more information on the Board of Directors for Comfor contact the Village of Burns Lake 250.692.7587.

David Lindsay, President and CEO of Forest Products Association of Canada

Two kinds of addictions

Editor: I would like to address a couple of addictions that I feel is affecting people of all ages. The addiction is affecting family bonding, the ability to work effectively, to engage in other healthy activities and most of all to interact with people. I think the two addictions are computer games and over use of marijuana. In Wikipedia it states that video playing can like any other addiction cause social isolation, mood swings and diminished imagination.

In marijuana there are chemicals so powerful that it acts as mood altering substance that many users believe to be safe. In essence, anything that causes a person to continue a certain behaviour or activity is a form of an addiction. I met a lady in my travels who disclosed to me that she was addicted to morphine. In her own words she said "I began to lose my sense of feeling and emotion. That scared me so I quit cold turkey." In other words "I chose this lifestyle and I chose to

quit." The outcome is: being miserable, unsociable and not making an effort to bond with family members and other people. When this behaviour is passed on to the next generation the family disintegrates and becomes dysfunctional. If you question the effects on you ask yourself, "when did I last give a hug to my aunt, grandparents, or even great aunt?" How often to you get together? How can families resolve this problem? First, awareness. Second, action. Third, don't

Box 715, Francois Lake, BC V0J 1R0 • Telephone: 250-695-6491 Fax: 250-695-6305 • E-Mail: mneave@waterbridge.org WEB: www.francoislakeferry.com

The Village of Burns Lake is now accepting applications for representation on the Comfor Management Services Ltd. Board of Directors. Interested individuals must submit an Application to Become a Director no later than 10 am, Monday April 13th. Applications are available at www.burnslake.ca or at the Village Office and are to be submitted to the Village of Burns Lake at village@burnslake.ca or PO Box 570, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 or delivered to the Village Office at #15 3rd Avenue.

has been cut by more than 90 per cent since 2000. Canada also recycles about 70 per cent of its paper and cardboard, making it a top global performer. Since 2005, waste going to landfills has been cut by 30 per cent. The sector is also continuing to work with environmentalists, piloting landmark programs such as the Canadian Boreal Forest Agreement. This represents a paradigm shift as forest companies and environmental groups work together to integrate both environmental and economic values. Still, the industry is actively striving to do more. Under the sector’s Vision2020, the Canadian forest products industry is aiming to further reduce its environmental footprint by 35 per cent by the end of the decade. This is based on 12 parameters, including greenhouse gas emissions, energy and water use, and caribou action plans. The Canadian forest products industry has come a long way in both its practices and its approach. The sector realizes that being a responsible steward of the land is an essential part of its social license to operate. And the international marketplace has taken note. A 2014 Leger survey of international customers found that Canada’s forest products industry had the best environmental reputation in the world. All in all, the industry is firmly dedicated to ‘growing a greener tomorrow," using Canada’s renewable forests to benefit both the environment and the economy.

PUBLIC NOTICE

FERRY SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS – FRANCOIS LAKE Please be advised that the Francois Forester will be receiving planned upgrades during the following periods:

• •

From 11:15 PM on March 21st to 11:15 AM on March 22nd, 2015 From 11:15 PM on March 28th to 11:15 AM on March 29th, 2015

During these periods, emergency service on Francois Lake will be provided by tug boat. No other ferry service will be provided during these times. Furthermore, the ferry service will be limited for loaded trucks traffic throughout the days on Sundays March 22nd and March 29th. While the work is being completed, motorists can also use the alternate route via Ootsa Lake. WaterBridge apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause, and appreciate ferry travellers’ patience as we perform the planned upgrades to the ferry.

blame. And fourth, apologize. If you're reading this letter pass it on to family and friends. And you start the healing process. You pick up the phone and call your aunt, your grandparents and/or your parents. You organize family events. Be creative. It can be fun. Don't forget by initiating you're also demonstrating leadership skills. P.S. don't text or email. Remember bonding involves all the senses. Touching, feeling, hearing, tasting and smelling good food. Jean Sam

Have an Opinion? Write to the Editor! Letters should be brief and to the point, with a maximum of 350 words. We reserve the right to withhold from print any letters which may be libelous, racist or sexist, and may edit for brevity and clarity. Letters MUST include the signature of the letter writer, a mailing address and a phone number. Only the name will be reproduced in the newspaper. Send letters to: The Editor, Lakes District News, Box 309, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0. Fax to 250-692-3685 or email to newsroom@ldnews.net Letters can not contain thank yous.

Lakes District News

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) NOTICE OF SPRING BREAK OFFICE CLOSURES The School District Administration Ofce in Vanderhoof will be closed to the public March 30 – April 10, 2015. The School District Administration Ofce in Burns Lake will be closed to the public April 7 – 10, 2015. Have a great spring break!

CURLY TEMPLE HAIR SALON Visit our fully qualified stylists for cutting and styling, colour services, up-styles for special occasions, tanning, facial waxing, ear piercing and hair tattoos.

Haircare for the entire family. Open Monday to Saturday.

Call 250-692-7687

to book an appointment or drop in at #23 3rd Ave. Also follow us on Facebook at “Curlytemple Hairsalon” to watch for special offers and promotions!

Tachet members fight for disputed land Approximately 15 Tachet members travelled to Vancouver for a final hearing of the Tachet specific claims in federal court. Tachet members are claiming land back that they say was taken away from them in the 1920s. The land they are claiming extends from west of the Michelle Bay area, west of the present Tachet reserve in the Topley Landing area and south of the reserve to the Granisle road. This dispute between Tachet members and the Crown has persisted for over a decade. The judge is looking at their submissions and will make a decision within the next six months. Frank Alec, Deputy Chief of Lake Babine Nation, says he feels optimist about the decision of the judge. Submitted photo

Health auxiliary donates

Due to the Easter Holiday the deadlines for the April 8th paper will be

Thursday, April 2nd at 3:00 p.m.

for all ads & submissions.

Take a trip down “Memory Lane” at

Homeside Antiques 1930s Kitchen Cupboard We have something for everyone! MARCH HOURS: Open Fri. & Sat. only 11am to 5pm After hours call Kelli at 250-692-2310

homesideantiques.com

13797 Stearns Subdivision Road, Burns Lake (next to the old “Coffee Cup”) 15 km East of town

250 692-4300

Are you remembering that snow turns to water in spring?

Be prepared for flooding!

flavio nienow photo

Back row (L-R): Barbara Armstrong, Resident Care Coordinator for the Pines; Vicky Rensby, Home and Community Care Manager for the Pines; and Linda Oke, representative of the Health Care Auxiliary of Burns Lake. Front row (L-R): residents of the Pines Ray Adams, Hellen Fehr and Len Hopper.

Health Care Auxiliary of Burns Lake donated over $30,000 to the Pines Flavio Nienow

The Health Care Auxiliary of Burns Lake has donated more than $30,000 to that the Pines Complex Care Facility (the Pines). The money was used to purchase new furniture for its residents including dining room tables, lounge chairs and dining chairs with arms and castors in the front legs. “The previous furniture was aging and becoming difficult to repair,” said Vicky Rensby, Home and Community Care Manager for the Pines. “Many of the chairs did not have arms, and the fabrics did not meet infection control standards.” Jonathon Dyck, Spokesperson for Northern Health, said the demands for new equipment, new

staff and new services are always higher than what Northern Health can meet within its budget, so community supporters are always welcomed. Dyck explained that in a health care setting such as the Pines, the furniture has to meet the needs of the seniors and follow strict guidelines. “The upholstery has to meet infection control standards and so must be cleanable; the cushions must be able to be removed from the lounge chairs to facilitate cleaning; all furniture must be cleaned with cleansers that meet infection control standards; and arms on the chairs must be at the right height to enable residents to use them to stand.” “The new furniture is pleasant to look at, comfortable and homey,” said Rensby. “The residents are more comfortable and we can still maintain a home-like atmosphere. After all, this is their home.” Rensby said employees and residents of the Pines are “very grateful” for the support provided by the Health Care Auxiliary of Burns Lake. Apart from this $30,000 donation, Rensby said the health care auxiliary has provided smaller contributions to the Pines throughout the year.

We stock sump pumps! Burns Lake 165 Francois Lake Dr. Phone: 1-250-692-7725

www.ldnews.net

er’s Apprecia Buy tio Fun

Lakes District News

Francois Lake resident warns others

CFL from t P5

D 4

dra ise

-H ner & n

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

May 8th, 2015

Grassy Plains Community Hall Dinner starts at 5:30pm Adults $12.00 Children 5-12 $8.00

Tickets available at the door or call or text 251-0062 Back by popular demand! Our hugely popular Bake Sale Auction will be held between dances Dance to follow dinner Kick up your heels to the music of the

Tweedsmuir Fiddlers

Corner ommunity Forest

ComFor Management Services Ltd.

Donations Update • Burns Lake Minor Hockey Midgets Team, Provincial Championships

• Lakes District Secondary School Snowboarding Teams, Provincial Championships

• Lakes District Secondary School Senior Girls Basketball Team, Provincial Championships

All teams have worked hard this year to compete at a high level and everyone at Comfor Management Services Ltd. wishes them the best of luck!

So far, over $42,000 has been donated to service clubs, sports teams and events in the Lakes District this year. For more info on the community forest, call BL ComFor (250) 692-7724

the window and left.” ”Peebles said she experienced a burning sensation in her lungs for three days after the incident. She went to the hospital to do an X-ray in order to find out if inhaling mercury vapour could have compromised her health. She hadn’t got the test results by press time. Five days after the incident, Peebles said she could still smell the mercury in the bathroom. “I will not have CFLs in my house anymore,” she said. Jim McBride, Fire Chief of Burns Lake, said he has not received any other complaints regarding CFLs in the Lakes District. A spokesperson from Sylvania, a CLF manufacturer, said that what happened to Peebles’ bulb is actually a common occurrence. “When a bulb burns out, it may pop, crack, and emit a distinct odour. People may see light smoke or a charring of the plastic base by the bulb.” While mercury is a highly toxic substance, Health Canada’s website states only a small amount of mercury is used in a CFL - about the amount to cover the tip of a ballpoint pen. “There is no risk to your health when the lamps are unbroken,”

THANK YOU!

Burns Lake Minor Hockey Midget Team would like to thank the following businesses for their generosity: REGIONAL DISTRICT BABINE FOREST PRODUCTS BULKLEY VALLEY CREDIT UNION TAHTSA TIMBER JIM’S ULTRA AUTO COMFOR PNG

RADLEY CONTRACTING PINERIDGE TIRE CRAFT RIEL VIENNEAU DEZ AND MARLENE WILLSON CARIBOU CHROME CROSS CREEK ROTARY CLUB

The team would especially like to thank the community of Burns Lake for supporting the team during the 2015 BC Hockey Championships.

Advertising partially sponsored by LD News

Flavio Nienow photo

Francois Lake resident Bernadette Peeble said she will never have compact fluorescent lamps in her house again. One of her CFLs started to smoke shortly after she turned the light on, and then some flames started to come out of the bulb. states the website. “Even when a CFL is broken, there is a very low risk to your health, unless you mishandle it or store it carelessly.” Health Canada has developed clean-up procedures to protect you and your family. If you break a CFL, follow these directions for clean-up: - Leave the room;

- Remove people and pets from the room and keep them out of the room during the cleanup process; - Ventilate the room for at least 15 minutes prior to starting cleanup by opening windows and doors to the outdoors. This will ensure that mercury vapour levels are reduced before you start cleaning;

- Do not use a vacuum to clean up the initial breakage, as it will spread the mercury vapour and dust throughout the area and may contaminate the vacuum; - Wear disposable gloves, if available, to avoid direct contact with mercury and to prevent cuts; - Scoop or sweep up

This month we are travelling to

IRELAND on Fridays... COME IN AND TRY A NEW DINNER SPECIAL EACH FRIDAY! ~ Open 7 days a week ~

+ A KIDS MENU...

COME CHECK OUT OUR FAMILY SECTION! Hwy 16 • Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622 • Pub: 250-692-3078

the broken pieces and debris with two pieces of stiff paper or cardboard. Do not use a broom; - Use sticky tape, such as duct tape or masking tape, to pick up any remaining fine glass or powder; - Wipe the area with a damp paper towel, cloth or disposable wet wipe to remove any residual particles; - Place the broken glass and clean-up materials in a glass container with a tight fitting lid to further minimize the release of mercury vapour; - Do not dispose of the waste in your household trash; - Immediately place waste material outside of the building in a protected area away from children; - Place the broken item in a sealed plastic bag or a sealed glass container and take it to Burns Lake Home Hardware; - Wash your hands after storing and disposing of waste.

Lakes District News

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net

Government unmoved by hunter protest in Victoria

Tom Fletcher/Black Press

Greg Rensmaag and his son Connor travelled from Maple Ridge to Victoria to join a hunter rally at the B.C. legislature. Tom Fletcher

Supporting the midgets (TOP) Sandy Doré, Branch Manager for the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, hands out a cheque in the amount of $500 to the Burns Lake Midgets Hockey Team. The money assisted players with their trip to the provincials in Clearwater, B.C. (BOTTOM) Halley Finch, a member of the Rotary Club of Burns Lake, presents a cheque in the amount of $500 to the Burns Lake Midgets Hockey Team. The money also assisted players with their trip to the provincials in Flavio Nienow photos Clearwater, B.C.

Hundreds of hunters, some wearing camouflage and blowing duck calls, gathered at the B.C. legislature recently to protest the share of big-gam hunting permits set aside for guide-outfitters and their out-of-province clients. About 300 hunters and supporters attended the rally, bringing petitions with thousands of names to present in the legislature. The largest petition called

for a limit of 10 per cent share of moose and elk allocated for non-resident hunters, and 15 per cent for mountain goats and grizzly bears, prized by trophy hunters. It was the latest of a series of protests that began in December when the government announced an increase of limited-entry hunting opportunities for guide-outfitters. Sean Richardson, president of the Oceola Fish ...see HUNTERS t P13

Burns Lake Automotive

PRODUCTS OF THE WEEK! Fire Extinguishers, Ladders, & HITACHI Power Tools 6071

4267

5 lb. Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher

16759

Heavy Duty Fiberglass Stepladder 8 feet CSA Grade 1, 250 lb load rating with sturdy and nonconductive side rails.

PART # LP-60897

26933

PART #WBDL-ABC10WH

11492

39079

Heavy Duty Fiberglass Stepladder 5 feet

PART #LP-60597

4-in-1 Telescopic Ladder 21 feet

CSA Grade 1, ANSI Type 1A 300 lb load rating.

PART #LP-821

24878

6752

14” Portable Chop Saw

1/2” ratcheting keyless metal chuck for bit -changing ease.

Portable, rugged and lightest in class (36.4 lbs).

PART #DS18DSAL

PART #CC14SF

E! MUCH MOR

10 lb. Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher

HXP Liion 18V Compact Pro Driver Drill

Your parts SO store with

2.5 lb. Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher

3” wide slip-resistant steps and additional bracing for stability and strength.

CREDIT UNION

9203

PART # WBDL-ABC25VB

PART #WBDL-ABC5VB

Bulkley Valley

4-1/2” Grinder With 5 Bonus Grinding Wheels Powerful 6 Amp motor with Max output of 950 Watts. PART #G12SR3

98 Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Hwy 16, Fraser Lake

250-692-7565 250-699-8990

In the days to come, Bulkley Valley Credit Union will be once again celebrating spring and the successes of 2014! We would like to thank our members for their continued patronage and announce that we are sharing our profits by distributing over $598,439 to our members this year! • Burns Lake • Hazelton • Smithers • Houston •

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

y t i B n u u i l m d e m rs o C

Lakes District News

Brought to you by your MLA John Rustad

Pioneers

Courageous Battles

Athletes

Achieving

Serving the communities of... Burns Lake

Human Interest

Featuring the spirit of the local people

Program supports mother and father figures The Hasadeendee program was created to strengthen families in the Lakes District Flavio Nienow A program called Hasadeendee, offered at the College of New Caledonia in Burns Lake, has been working to enhance the mental health of mother and father figures in the community. Joni Conlon, Hasadeendee’s program planner, explained that Burns Lake already had a program designed for mothers with young children - the Healthier Babies Brighter Futures program. However, there was a need to include other family members such as aunts, uncles and grandparents in the support network. There was also a need for a group specifically for men. “In most families, there are people that are providing parenting support but haven’t been able to access help in the community,” she said. “You can’t simply work with the mother, you have to work with the entire family.” The Hasadeendee program is separated into two groups - men and women. Both groups have been meeting since December 2014. Jay Finstad, program facilitator, said the program seeks to connect individuals to their culture and flavio nienow photo heritage in an effort to reduce substance abuse, domestic violence and create stronger families for The Hasadeendee program is an initiative of the Lakes District Family Enhancement Society and the College of New Caledonia. (L-R) Jay Finstad, Program Facilitator; Joel West, Program Recruiter; and Joni Conlon, Program Planner. The Hasadeendee program was created to enhance the mental health of mother and father figures. children. Participants connect through culture and “We simply build trust by doing different activities together,” he said. “It’s all about language while enjoying activities such as creating a support network and giving people a chance to speak out.” drumming, snowshoeing and ice-fishing. Finstad added that when participants realize that other people face similar struggles in life, Joel West, program recruiter, said groups such as Hasadeendee can actually save someone’s it helps them connect with each other. life. West himself struggled with substance abuse for years. “We all have issues to some degree,” said Finstad. “Relationship is the key.” “I had to quit [drugs] because the way I was going I would have been dead within a year,” Since the start of the program, an average of four to six men and five to eight women have he said. West has been sober for over two years, and said that finding the support from the attended the weekly meetings. The Hasadeendee program is an initiative of the Lakes District Family Enhancement community was what eventually helped him make the choice to improve his life. Now he Society and the College of New Caledonia. The men’s group meet every Friday from 11:30 wants other people to have the same opportunity. “I want people to know that they are not alone, so I share my story with everyone,” he said a.m. to 1 p.m., and the women’s group meet on Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The meetings are free of charge. proudly. Anyone interested in participating in the program should contact the College of New According to West, the Hasadeendee program does not pressure participants to share their Caledonia at 250-692-1700 and ask for Joni Conlon, Jay Finstad or Joel West. stories.

John Rustad, MLA Nechako Lakes

Box 421 183 First Street, Vanderhoof Tel: 250-567-6820 Fax: 250-567-6822

Toll Free: 1-877-964-5650 Email: john.rustad.mla@leg.bc.ca Website: www.johnrustadmla.bc.ca

Lakes District News

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net

t SPORTS

Midgets are third best in B.C.

Support Burns Lake. Shop Local.

Flavio Nienow The Burns Lake Minor Hockey Midget team took the third place after competing in the 20142015 B.C. Hockey Tier 4 Championships held in Clearwater, B.C., during the week of March 1419. Kim Minger, Team Manager, said the Burns Lake players had a “pretty stiff competition.” "They [the players] showed a lot of heart, grit and determination in very high tempo, physical games," she said. "They were true ambassadors for Burns Lake." Submitted photo The first game of the championship took The Burns Lake Midgets pose during the 2014-2015 B.C. Hockey Tier 4 Championships held in Clearwater, B.C. place on March 15 and physical game. Clearwater opened the scoring on a goal by against Creston. Burns Lake jumped out to an early lead at the Austin Rauch in the first period, but Burns Lake managed to 12:14 mark of the first period on a goal from Marcus Michell. score eight goals and win the game. Burns Lake 8, Clearwater 4. A second goal was scored at the 8:06 mark of the first period by The fourth game took place on March 17 against Semiahmoo. Tristen Puglas. Creston fought back and at the 1:49 mark of the Burns Lake opened the scoring on a goal by Tristen Puglas. This first period with Ethan Plotnikoff putting one in the net. With 26 game showed some great defensive hockey. Burns Lake pulled seconds left in the first, Creston pocketed their second goal by Otto Blackmore. Second period was just as exciting as the first. the goaltender looking for a winning goal but the Semiahmoo Creston scored at the 11:51 mark on a goal by Alex Blackmore. goaltender kept the gate closed. Burns Lake 4, Semiahmoo 4. The fifth game took place on March 18. Goaltenders in both Burns Lake found the back of the net at the 9:43 mark on a gaol nets were key factors in the game. First period was scoreless on by Brock Worthing. Then at 9:06 Creston popped one in on the stick of Zach VanRuyskensvelde. Burns Lake added a marker of great work by both ends' defensive core. Period two had Burns the stick of Jordan Minger to tie up the game at the end of the Lake pocketing a goal at the 19:00 mark by Marcus Michell. Kelowna came back in less than a minute to tie the game on a second period. Burns Lake 4, Creston 4. The second game took place on March 16 against Chetwynd. marker by Tyler Worthing. In period three, Burns Lake went Both teams came out ready to play hard. Chetwynd opened the ahead at the 19:05 mark on a goal from Brock Worthing. Burns scoring at 3:47 of the first period on a goal from Brandon How- Lake popped in another one at the 9:54 mark by Tristan Puglas. ard. Second period had action at both ends and at the 1.14 mark Kelowna fought hard and got within one goal at 9:07 on a goal Chetwynd goal was scored by Garyn Waldie. Goaltender at both from Marcus Apchin. Burns Lake scored again at 6:29 on a goal ends kept it a close game. Third period was just as exciting as the by Brock Worthing to seal the win. Burns Lake 4, Kelowna 2. Minger said there were no serious injuries throughout the first two periods. Chetwynd scored at 15:37 by Brandon Howard. Burns Lake followed close behind at 15:03 on a goal by Curtis competition. The midgets team will now be losing seven of its players Brown. Chetwynd closed out the scoring in the third with goals by Kain McMaster and Brandon Howard. Burns Lake 1, Chet- Brian Little, Marcus Michell, Jordan Minger, Brandon Larsen, Dino Wiebe, Tristan Puglas and Liam Clovis - as they are wrap up wynd 1. The third game also took place on March 16 against the host their minor hockey career. The rest of the team will be returning - Clearwater. Both teams came out with intensity to play a hard in the fall of 2015.

PERRY’S

X-COUNTRY

AUTO CENTRE 1411 Miller Road (Left(Left Off Babine Lake Road) 1411 Miller RoadNorth North Off Babine Lake Road)

FULL AUTO SERVICE CENTRE DIESEL PERFORMANCE • BRAKES JOSH PERRY, OWNER • SUSPENSION Call 250-692-4203 • FRONT END FULL AUTO SERVICE CENTRE • EXHAUST • TUNE-UP PONTIAC •2004 FULL WINTER/ SUMMER SERVICE MONTANA km RE ENGINES •• 158,550 RE AND • V-6 CYL JOSH PeRRy, OwNeR & TRANSMISSIONS • Automatic Call 250-692-4203 • DIESEL $ ,990 8 R2326 PERFORMANCE

Call SMP at• 1-800-665-3151 PERFORMANCE PARTS - GAS & DIESEL Sullivan Motor Products Ltd.

Highway Houston • LIFT KITS16, - CUSTOM www.sullivangm.com BUILDS ...Northwest’s Largest Volume Dealer for a Reason!! • WELDING • CUSTOM RIMS - ALL BRANDS • LIGHT DUTY FABRICATING - OFF ROAD BUMPERS ETC. • SNOW PLOWING

PLAYERS

OF THE WEEK

“A Challenge Today Is Knowledge For Tomorrow”

ersey Abraham Jordan K Michelle Receive a FREE SKATE SHARPENING courtesy of

DS N’ WATER WOO

OWNED AND OPERATED BY LOCAL AVID OUTDOORSMAN

Sports and Recreation 870 Highway 16 West • woodsnwater@telus.net

Phone: 250-692-4842

orner RecnC t

g Hu Communitthy Easter Eg

Summer Camps

Saturday April 4 2015

at Spirit Square Park. Bring your own basket. g Hunt, Arts, and Crafts, There will be an Easter Eg tside activities. WOW Bus, BBQ, and ou ompanied by a parent*. *All children must be acc

31st! ch ar M ds En y ke oc H Ball Early Bird Sign up for 50 after March). only pay $39.00!!!($ Sign up before then and for youth ages 6-9. Mondays; 5:00-6:00pm ages 15+. 10-14. 7:00-8:00pm for es ag uth yo for m 0p 7:0 6:00Forsyth Arena. are entitled to Practices are at the Tom cipating in this program rti pa ren ild ch ve ha t Volunteers tha now! ion fee for Free! Sign up have one child’s registrat

Sign up early for all our great summer camps! Don’t miss your spot! Canoe Kids Starts July 6th for ages 7-12. Half and Full day pricing available. Outdoor PlaySpace Camp starts July 13th for ages 6-13.There will be a combination of arts, culture, and sports within this day camp. Preschool Summer Fun Camp starts July 20th for ages 4-6. This camp builds upon student experiences both at school and at play. XploreSportz Camp for ages 6-9 starts July 29th, and XploreSportz Camp for ages 10-13 Starts August 3rd. Come learn a variety of sports from talented athletes in our community, including lacrosse, canoeing, horseback riding, rock climbing and many more! Drop In Theme Camp starts August 10th for ages 6-13. A variety of themes everyday. The Future You Camp Begins August 17th for ages 6-13. Please let the staff at Lakeside Multiplex know if you have any questions.

Birthday Parties

Do you have a Birthday coming up? Check out all our Birthday Party Packages available. Build your own Party! Use our Multipurpose room, add some great new toys and games, and try out our climbing wall.

Lakeside Multiplex - 103 Flogum Dr. P.O. Box 570, Burns Lake BC, V0J 1E0 Phone: 250-692-3817 • Email: villagerecreation@burnslake.ca www.burnslake.ca or Facebook /VillageRecreation.com

Decker Lake Whist Drives Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Any questions call Sharon Payne

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10:00-11:00 a.m.

(250) 698-7626.

Foot Care, all day by appointment, March 26. More info (250) 694-3270.

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Lakes District News

▼ ENTERTAINMENT

Entertaining evening at the performing arts’ gala FLAVIO NIENOW PHOTOS

The Gala Honours Concert of the 58 annual Lakes District Festival of the Performing Arts took place on March 21, 2015, at the Island Gospel Fellowship auditorium in Burns Lake. A full house showed up to appreciate talents from Burns Lake, Terrace, Smithers, Houston, Telkwa, Francois Lake, Southside and Prince George. The festival took place from March 10 to 21, 2015, and involved approximately 400 individuals. A total of 46 scholarships were given out in the four disciplines of vocals, instrumentals, piano and speech arts. Four adjudicators provided participants with constructive feedback and helped them grow as artists.

LNG: SAFE FOR B.C. A SPECIAL SERIES ON LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS

LNG has been produced, transported and used safely around the world for decades.

(

natural gas not new to B.C.

(

only a liquid if kept below -162°C

Companies are careful

safety of neighbours is paramount

Government regulation

(

companies are closely monitored

(

just cooled natural gas

Industry experience

Strong safety record

(

one of the safest fuels

(

Not under high Returns to gas pressure if released

LNG is one of the safest fuels to produce, store, transport and use. In B.C., the LNG industry will provide appropriate planning, prevention and risk mitigation in close coordination with local, provincial and federal authorities. The BC LNG Alliance is the voice of British Columbia’s new LNG export industry. Our mission is to foster the growth of a safe, environmentally responsible and globally competitive LNG industry in British Columbia and Canada.

Connect with us: bclnga.ca

I 778.370.1392 I

Topley Community Hall potluck and loonie auction. Mar. 28, supper 5:30 p.m. sharp with loonie auction to follow. Proceeds to Topley Community Hall maintenance.

@bclnga

in BC LNG Alliance

Coffee House Mar. 28 at 7:00 p.m. at Francois Lake Hall. Admission by donation. Call Naida (250) 251-5415 or Joan (250) 695-6381 for more info.

Lakes District News

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net

t community Due to the Easter Holiday the deadlines for the April 8th paper will be

Thursday, April 2nd at 3:00 p.m. for all ads & submissions.

Lakes District Pool Club is having their

Annual General Meeting Monday, March 30th, 2015 7:00pm at 108-2nd Avenue Carrier Sekani Family Services office - upstairs

LDM supports the Bantam Bruins Steve Gailing, for Lakes District Maintenance (LDM), presents a check to Keith Brown, Burns Lake Minor Hockey bantam coach. The bantam team is receiving $800 from LDM - $200 for litter pick up and $600 as a donation. The hockey team has signed up for roadside litter pick up on designated roads in LDM’s service area and will complete the task once the weather permits. Flavio Nienow photo

Old Landmarks Christian Fellowship oldlandmarkscf@youtube.com

Trophy hunters eat what you kill rule

“And this is the Father’s will who has sent me, anyone can buy a license and tag to hunt. Abundant species such that everyone who sees the Son, and believes as mule deer, whitetail deer and black bear have no hunting quoon Him, may have everlasting life: and I will tas in any part of B.C. raise him up at the last day.” – John 6:40 Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver introduced legislation a /THE TRUMPET WILL SOUND couple of weeks ago that would require non-resident hunters to pack out the edible parts of grizzly bears they shoot in B.C. Trophy hunters should be subject to the same “eat what you kill” rules as resident hunters already face, he said. Rotary is currently accepting nominations for

HUNTERS from t P9

and Game Club in the Okanagan, said with the resurgence of hunting popularity in B.C., the government is moving in the wrong direction by increasing commercialization of wildlife harvesting. “We need to stop managing a diminishing resource through social management, and we need to start working towards making more wildlife,” Richardson said. Forests Minister Steve Thomson said he understands the principle behind the ongoing protest, but the latest allocation decision was made after 10 years of discussions with YOU HAVE ARE YOU DRIVEN DO resident hunters and guide-outfitters, and he is not 1-2 HOURS A WEEK prepared to change it again. TO VOLUNTEER? TO SPARE? When the plan was announced in December, the We are looking for VOLUNTEERS to help seniors government estimated that it represented a shift of with non medical day-to-day tasks that will reduce 168 animals in limited-entry hunt areas from resi- isolation and support independence. dent hunters to guide outfitters. After resident hunt- If you are interested in volunteering, ers and the B.C. Wildlife Federation objected, For- the following services require volunteers: ests Minister Steve Thomson announced in February • Friendly visits • Yard Work that is being adjusted to a shift of about 60 animals • Grocery Shopping Assistance • Transportation/Drivers to guide-outfitters. But the protests have continued. If you are interested in volunteering - contact B.C. hunters are concerned that the share reserved SHERI PEEBLES at 250 692 7577 for further information. for guide-outfitters is higher than anywhere else in Lakes District Community Services’ IADL Services North America. Under the latest policy for limitedfor Seniors program is here to help. entry hunts, that share is 20 per cent for elk, 20 or Call to book or register: 250-692-7577 25 per cent for moose depending on the restricted Lakes District region, 35 per cent for mountain goat, and 40 per Community Services Society cent for grizzly bears. 132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Open season areas for moose and other animals Phone: (250) 692 7577 • E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca remain in the southern Interior and northeast, where

decker Lake

ading PosT r Monday to Saturday T Open9:00am - 5:00pm ice cReam is Back!!

Full line of

waTeR & sePTic Tanks

sTainless sTeel Royal alBeRT cookwaRe china Gold Pans, Rock Picks & shovels

• M�� • F�� P�� • D�� Call Jean Marr Investors Group

www.restwell.com

to book your appointment today.

hunTinG knives

Serving the Burns Lake & Houston areas

Jean Marr

FuRniTuRe

oveR 8000 iTems... we dare you to come count them! 7390 Highway 16, Decker Lake 250-698-7686

Cell: (250) 691-1641 Fax: (250) 692-3685 jean.marr@investorsgroup.com 23 - 3rd Ave., Burns Lake 2430 Butler Ave. Houston

Bill Gilgan YOUTH CITIZEN OF THE YEAR FOR 2014

Do you know a young person between the ages of 12 and 21 years who exempliﬁes “Service Above Self” through their volunteer activities? Why not recognize their efforts by nominating them for the Youth Citizen of the Year Award? Send us the details of their activities and why you think they should be recognized. The award includes $250 for the recipient and $250 for the nominator to donate to a charity of their choice. Nominations can be sent to:

Rotary Club of Burns Lake, YOUTH CITIZEN OF THE YEAR PO Box 616, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

Or via the website: www.rotaryburnslake.org

Deadline is April 30, 2015

Name of candidate: _____________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________ Age: ________________ **Please attach a separate page outlining the candidate’s volunteer activities and your reasons for the nomination. Nominated by: _________________________________________________ Signature: ______________________________ Phone: ________________

Rotary Club of Burns Lake

Investors Group, Consultant

“Good Quality”

Tools

��

Pictures & prints 25% off

new Beds & FRames Large Selection of

I ��

What is Rotary up to?

www.rotaryburnslake.org Investors Group Financial Services Inc.

2nd Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt at Spirit Square Park 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. April 4. There will be outside and inside activities for the kids.

Watch for our monthly “What’s Rotary Up To?” for dates and details of Rotary programs, events, and projects.

Canadian Cancer Society Office hours are Tues., Wed. & Fri. from 10am to 2pm. Phone (250) 692-7203 e-mail: burnslake@bc.cancer.ca.

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Church Directory

TIME FOR AN OIL CHANGE? Factory recommended service interval for changing your oil and oil ﬁlter is typically once every 5,000 kms. Call for an appointment today...

FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH

Eagle

Kerr Road, Burns Lake

Sunday School for all ages and Worship Service at 10:30am

Automotive Center ICBC Accredited Collision Repair Shop

Phone: 250-692-3805

Pastor Steve Swires 250-692-3259

Highway 16 West, Burns Lake, B.C.

Coff ee Corner Shine Puzzle Pages JANITORIAL PERFECT

24 Hour Service Complete Commercial/ Residential/Industrial Janitorial Service All Floors, Carpets, Windows, Upholstery, made like new

Sudoku

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #50

Answers in classifieds

RATING: INTERMEDIATE

Friday Night Dinners...

March 27:

Steak Night

Competitive Prices and Contract Rates available

Call Branislav 250-692-1812

Meat Draws

The newly renovated

Omineca Ski

Club Day Lodge IS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL

for meetings, conferences and events.

Crossword

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

To book a rental: please contact

Joan & Jeff Ragsdale

250-692-0093 website:

www.ominecaskiclub.ca

FAMILY FILL UP

8 pieces of chicken, large mashed potato, medium gravy & buttery bread

• Hormone Free Farm Raised Chicken • Hand breaded - fresh throughout the day! OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Sun to Thurs: open at 11am Lobby closes at 8:30 Drive thru open till 9pm Fri & Sat: open at 11am, Lobby closes at 9pm Drive thru open till 9:30pm

Highway 16, Burns Lake

250-692-3020

CLUES ACROSS 1. Cycles/second 4. Fit for cultivation 10. Saami 12. Perceived scent 13. Liberal rights organization 14. Female flying fighters 15. Durham school 16. Ancient Scand. poet 18. Charitable performances 20. Siddhartha author Hermann 21. Letter destination 22. P.S. Buck’s Pulitzer

Lakes District News

25. Feel regret 26. Initials of e = MC2 author 27. From a distance 29. Cronies 31. Forty 32. Printing speed measurement 33. Nutty spread 40. White seedless grape 41. Hillsides 43. Inflammation of a bursa 44. Artery 45. Nail polish brand 46. A routine that is hard to escape 47. Indigo plant

Answers in classifieds

9. El Dorado High School (abbr.) 11. Heartbeat 12. Brit. rutabaga 17. Angle (abbr.) 18. Said as a greeting or wish 19. Festivals 23. Rita ___, singer 24. Belonging to us 27. Skating jumps 28. Building at 175 5th Ave. 29. Parts per billion (abbr.) 30. Atomic mass unit 32. Old Spanish currency (abbr.) 33. Insistence on traditional correctness 34. PBS wildlife 48. Owners show 50. Animal fluids 35. Measuring 51. Mustelid in its blocks white winter coat 36. Don’t know 52. Communist when yet 37. Ancient city CLUES DOWN from which St. 1. Come into conflict Paul first sailed 2. A collection of 38. Breadwinner things wrapped 39. Go to bed together 40. Highest in 3. Bath spatter degree or quality 4. Gunsmoke 42. Tossed, potato actress Blake or waldorf 5. Direct to a source 43. The trunk of 6. Cartoonist Capp a tree 7. Somewhat blue 49. Yes in Spanish 8. 40 weekday periods

Island Gospel Fellowship Gerow Island, Highway 35

Sunday Morning Worship Service begins @ 10:30 am Pastor Ed Peters Phone: 250-692-7551

Grassy Plains Gospel Church Sunday Service: 10:45 am 250-694-3753 (Church)

IMMACULATA Catholic Church

248 - 3rd Ave. • Phone: 250-692-3568

Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. ~ Everyone Welcome ~ THE CHURCH OF

JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Sunday 10:00AM President Moore 250-695-6654 Hwy 35 & Francois Lake • 250-695-6316

Everyone Welcome

are held every

OLD LANDMARKS

Saturday at 3:15

At Muriel Mould Primary School

with all the proceeds going to the Lakes District Senior Housing Association

General Meeting

4th Monday of every month. Next one: April 27, 2015

The Royal Canadian Legion is now open Fridays and

Saturdays at 2:00 p.m.

Darts Tuesday & Crib Thursday If you love your freedom, thank a Veteran. Support your local Legion. “Members and bona fide guests welcome”

NEW HOURS: Tues - Thurs: 4-8pm Fri & Sat: 2-8pm

email: rcl50@live.ca Phone: 250-692-3232

BUY

THIS SPACE FOR

15/week

Call Today 250-692-7526 BURNS LAKE

LAKES DISTRICT NEWS

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

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

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

Worship Service at 10 am Sunday mornings Ministry led by lay leaders Phone 250-692-7202

DECKER LAKE MENNONITE CHURCH Sunday Morning Services: Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Services: 10:30 a.m.

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

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

250-695-6586

Burns Lake Community Church Lakes Learning Centre 10:30 am

Pastor John Neufeld 250-692-7949

Burns Lake

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 724 Babine Lake Road

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

LIVING WATERS CHURCH 766 Mulvaney Crescent, Burns Lake

Please come and fellowship with us on:

Sunday at 11:00am Tuesday at 7:00 pm Saturday at 7:00 pm

email: Jameskt@telus.net • James Kim 250-692-0031 PAOC

www.ldnews.net

Coffee Corner

Len Klassen Satellites

Puzzle Pages

SALES – SERVICE – INSTALLATIONS

Week of March 18 - March 24th

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: Sagittarius, you may think that the grass is greener somewhere else, but that is not always the case. Seek ways to make your own grass greener.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: Cancer, your career may conflict with the demands of your relationship if you let them. Find a balance between the two so you can have your cake and eat it, too.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Experiences at home can affect your sense of security, Capricorn. Take the necessary steps to feel safer. Surround yourself with friends and family during this time.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23: Leo, some exciting changes lie ahead. Now is a great time to step out of your comfort zone, even if you are a little nervous to take the first steps.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: Avoid making any big decisions this week, Aquarius. You are preoccupied with something else and cannot devote enough attention to any one task at the moment.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22: Virgo, this week brings a change in your life, and this change will lead to some great things down the road. Don’t be embarrassed to be excited about this new path.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20: Some extra money unexpectedly comes your way this week, Pisces. Work with a financial planner for some good ideas.

HIV/AIDS “Everything you wanted to know about HIV and were afraid to ask.” Presenter: Sam Milligan. Southside Health & Wellness Centre, May 13, 10am. Everyone welcome. 2nd Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt with Burns Lake Families. It’ll take place at Spirit Square Park from 10am-1pm. April 4, 10:30am the hunt starts, 11am-1pm there will be outside and inside activities for the kids. Lakes District Fall Fair meeting Apr. 2, at 7pm and will be held at the Cancer Society Office on the Main Street. Tweedsmuir Cavaliers Saddle Club general Meeting has been rescheduled for March 25. For more info tcsaddleclub@gmail.com or (250) 692-5721. Southside Health & Wellness Centre: March 2015. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10-11am. Foot Care Mar. 26. Every Wed. Kiwani on site in afternoon. More info (250) 694-3270.

Word Search

Please drop off your nonprofit coming events at the Lakes District News office by Friday 3:00 pm. (We regret we cannot take items over the phone). Listings as space permits. There is no guarantee any particular item will run on a specific date.

Topley Community Hall potluck and loonie auction. Mar. 28, supper 5:30pm sharp with loonie auction to follow. Bring lots of loonies and your favorite potluck dinner. All proceeds to go to the Topley Community Hall maintenance. Coffee House Mar. 28, 7pm at Francois Lake Hall. Admission by donation. Naida (250) 251-5415 or Joan (250) 695-6381.

Computer Repairs, Sales & Training

Hwy 16, Burns Lake Open 9am-6pm Mon.-Fri., 12pm-4pm on Sat.

Phone: 250-692-7773

email: ACIComputerService@telus.net

F R A M E S • F I N E A R T • O R I G I N A L S • L I M I T E D E D I T I O N S • P O T T E RY • W O O D - T U R N E D B O W L S • C D S • J E W E L L E RY

Perfect ways to say...

Happy Easter...

circle arts gift gallery

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 5:00pm Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm • Closed Sunday

Process 4 Gallery

425 Yellowhead 16, Burns Lake (250) 692-3434 toll free 1-888-990-2298 A R T I S T S ’ S U P P L I E S • S TA I N E D G L A S S • S I LV E R B R A C E L E T S • C U S T O M P I C T U R E F R A M I N G • C A R D S

Francois Lake Hall is looking for donations for their garage sale (May 2) - If you have items to donate call Naida (250) 2515415 or Joan (250) 695-6381. Strengthening families together. Helping Canadians live with mental illness. You are invited to have lunch and chat. A 7 session group for families and friends. Southside Health & Wellness Centre on the 1st Tuesday of each month at noon. Lunch is included. For more info (250) 694-3270 or Heather (250) 692-7500.

#2 166 Highway 16 BURNS LAKE

250-692-7900

Pizza, pasta, wings, donairs & gluten free crust PICK UP THE SAVINGS!

PICK UP THE SAVINGS!

Three on Three 36

Two 10” Pepperoni Pizzas

+ 2 Cans of Coke

Three 12” Three Topping Pizzas

Extra cheese will attract extra charges.

Make them Large for $48 No substitutions or additions allowed. Mention coupon when ordering and present coupon when picking up. Not valid with any other offer. Gluten free Crust surcharge applies.

LEAVE NOTICE OPERATION OVERTIME PAYCHECK PENSION PERMIT PRACTICES PROBATION REDUNDANCY RESIGNATION RETIREMENT SUPERVISOR TERM TRANSFER WAGES WORKER

No substitutions or additions allowed. Mention coupon when ordering and present coupon when picking up. Not valid with any other offer.

Store hours: Sunday to Wednesday 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM Fresh dough Thursday to Saturday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM made daily

Answers in classifieds

AGENCY AGREEMENT BENEFITS BOARD BUSINESS CAREER CODE CONDUCT CONTRACT DEDUCTIONS DISCRIMINATION DISMISSAL DUTIES EMPLOYMENT ENTITLEMENT HOLIDAY HOURS JOBSHARING LABOR

•

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: Others may need your help this week, Gemini. You are ready and willing to offer your services and advice when they are sought. A welcome reward is coming to you.

Telus Internet Overage Fees

On March 30 Telus will begin charging customers who go over their monthly bandwidth allotment. Here’s a list of the new data allowances by Telus Internet package: Telus Internet 1 - 30GB Telus Internet 25 - 250GB Telus Internet 6 - 100GB Telus Internet 50 - 400GB Telus Internet 15 - 150GB Telus Internet 100 - 500GB Should you go over your allowance, Telus will then charge you in increments of 50GB (called ‘buckets’). The first 50GB will cost you $5, any additional will cost $10. This goes up to a maximum of $75. Any remaining space in the bucket does not carry over to the next month. Should you find you are consistently going over your limit, you can request the Unlimited Data Usage plan option, which will run you $30 per month (Or $15 if you are also subscribed to Telus TV service). If you’re curious how close you’re getting to your limit, you can sign into your account at www.telus.com and select View Usage under the Home Services section. Telus will also automatically send you an email when you hit 75% /95% of usage and again when you have exceeded your allowance.

SPOONS

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22: Scorpio, a relatively rebellious streak surfaces this week. Risk-taking is at the center of this new attitude, and you may find yourself doing a little damage control.

lklassensat@telus.net

SERVING

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21: Taurus, don’t allow frustration to get the better of you. A problem you can’t seem to solve may have you feeling hopeless, but perseverance will lead you to a solution.

Ph. 250-692-7314 or Cell 250-251-0198

•

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23: You may feel pushed and pulled in a number of directions, Libra. This makes it difficult to pursue your own personal goals as a result. Speak up if you need more time to yourself.

Authorized Dealer: Shaw Direct Galaxy Broadband Internet

VILLAGE

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20: Aries, your hard work will finally come to fruition this week. You will feel like a huge burden has been lifted off of your shoulders, and you deserve to take some time off.

Our town

Repairs on all types of Satellites

• C •O C MOMMOMNO N S ESN EE AASS •• W JO OEE CCOO E S• • ES NE S ET T W II L LD J FF FF EES

Horoscopes

4 We do catering with advanced notice 4 In town deliveries available

www.canadian2for1pizza.com

y If you currentl Subscribe to You Can NOW READ Full Page Views including ALL ADVERTISING! “ON LINE” go online to ldnews.net or call 250-692-7526 and we will help you set up your complimentary online subscription.

23 - 3rd Ave., Burns Lake • advertising@ldnews.net

GOURMET

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

•

Lakes District News

16 www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Lakes District News

Your community. Your classiﬁeds.

250.692.7526 W

fax 250.692.3685 email advertising@ldnews.net TO REACH THE MARKET

First advertise in the Lakes District News! ALL WORD ADS go on the Internet for the whole world to see! www.bcclassified.com

REACHING US

Call 250-692-7526 or come by our office. Hours are 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday thru Friday. Fax in your ad to 250-692-3685 or email: advertising@ ldnews.net

HOW TO PAY

Come to our office at 23 3rd Avenue, or you may pay with Visa or Mastercard over the phone. All ads must be prepaid.

CLASSIFIED AD RATES

REGULAR WORD ADS 1 issue, 3 lines $8.50 per week

FREE ADS

For anything under $50.00 value. 15 words or less. Ad must contain one item and price. Misc. for Sale category only. Private party ads only (no commercial). Ads cannot be accepted over the phone.

$5 ADS

For anything worth $50 - $500. 15 words or less. Ad must contain one item and price. Misc. for Sale category only. Runs for 4 weeks. Ads must be prepaid - cash only.

LEGAL ADS $16.07 per col. inch

HWY 16 REGIONAL ADS

3 lines - No changes - ad runs in: Burns Lake, Vanderhoof, Stewart/Nechako, Ft. St. James, Houston, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Terrace, Kitimat, Northern Connector (1 week) ....................................... $78.88

BC BEST BUY ADS

25 words- No changes - ad runs one week, all papers covering: Lower Mainland .......... $102.28 BC’s Interior ............... $124.95 Vancouver Island ........ $119.00 All of the Above .......... $299.00 Extra cost for additional words

In Memoriam In loving memory of our dad Archie McGibbon May 18, 1913 - Mar. 29, 1965 50 years ago Jesus called you home, what we wouldn’t give to talk to you again. That love that you feel will never go away, nothing is forgotten of the precious time we spent together. We cherish and remember one day we will all meet up yonder, what a day of joy that will be. Always remembered Rose, Shirly, Bill and Norma

In Memoriam Gifts Burns Lake Health Care Auxiliary are used to provide financial support, equipment plus comfort and care for patients in our hospital, the Pines and all other community healthcare services. Mail a donation on behalf of yourself or a loved one to: B.L. Health Care Aux. Box 812, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 A tax deductible receipt will be issued

Information ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking that’s your business - if you want to quit drinking that’s our business. Burns Lake meetings: Tue. & Sat. 7:30pm Immaculatta Church. Women’s group meets Wed., 108 - 2nd avenue at 7:30pm. For info. or transportation call (250) 6929104 / (250) 692-3024 / (250) 698-7325 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Southside Meetings: Mondays and Thursdays 6:30pm 7:30pm at Grassy Plains Gospel Church. For more information: (250) 694-3682 ANYONE NEEDING information on Alzheimer’s please call 1-866-564-7533

Information

Canadian Cancer Society

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE

WITH A PUSH OF A BUTTON….HELP IS ON THE WAY

THE CHRONIC DISEASE Education Clinic at the Lakes District Hospital is open Tue. & Wed. from 8:30am - 4pm. The clinic provides information and teaching on various chronic illnesses such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. A doctors referral is not needed. To speak with the nurse call (250) 6922440

Make a gift in honour or in memory of a loved one impacted by cancer. Please include the honouree name as well as the name and address of the person you would like notified. To donate please call or mail Box 1301 Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0, (250) 6927203.

CRISIS PREVENTION Call 1.800.SUICIDE or 1.800.784.2433 is a confidential, toll-free service that is available to anyone, anywhere, any time in B.C. Youth support line 1.888.564.8336 (TEEN). 24 hour crisis line for northern BC 1.888.563.1214. In addition, several crisis lines also provide support through online chat services so young people have a web-based way to reach out. These services can be reached through www.northernyouthonline.ca. 4-10pm. daily or www.youthinbc.ca. FOOD BANK INFORMATION Distribution days will be the first and the third Tuesday of each month. LD Food Bank will provide a warm waiting room at the Beacon Theatre. Clients will go first to the theatre. Doors open at 10:45am. This is available until the end of April. The food bank closes at 1pm. The Lakes District Food bank continues to operate due to the outstanding generosity of the community. If you would like to make a donation and receive a tax deductible receipt, please mail your donation to: Lakes District Food Bank, P.O. Box 777, Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0 LOCAL HOSPICE (250) 6922448. The Hospice office, located in the Lakes District Hospital, open every Thurs. from 10am - 4pm. A lending library is available. Please make donations to Burns Lake Hospice Program, Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1EO

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. Call OPTIONS at Nourse House 9am- 3pm Mon. to Fri. Francois Lake Drive. Operated by residents of 8th Avenue Group Home. (250) 692-7845

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

RUN IT ’TIL SOLD ADS

No Real Estate or commercial ads Please call if you need more information on any of our classified packages.

HAPPY ADS

2 col. x 2” - $22.25 2 col. x 3” - $32.25 2 col. x 4” - $42.25

ALL ABOVE PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE GST

DEADLINES

Classified Word & Display: Friday @ 3:00 P.M.

OUR POLICY

Lakes District News reserves the right to edit, revise, classify or reject any classified ad not meeting our standards.

No refunds on Classified Ads. BURNS LAKE

LAKES DISTRICT NEWS

Reservoir Elevation: 851.43m (2793.4 ft.) SLS Discharge: 45.49 m3/s Snow pack: 109% long term average Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 38 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 49 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

Ofce Support

Lifeline, the #1 medical alert service, with the touch of a button, provides immediate assistance to seniors in emergency situations, 24 hours a day 365 days a year. This service helps you live more independently in the comfort of your own home while providing peace of mind for you and your family. For more information on this valuable service, contact Northern Health at 1800-851-0184 or call Rotary Representative Sandy Dore at 250-692-7761 at the Bulkley Valley Credit Union - Lakes District Branch.

FIND IT

IN THE

CLASSIFIEDS

THE ARTHRITIS SOCIETY B.C. and Yukon division is your primary source and resource of the latest print and electronic information, programs and services about arthritis. 1-800321-1433 or visit www.arthritis.ca/bc

Ofce Support

t ' 5 $0.1"/: 508/ %3*7&34 t ' 5 )*()8": %3*7&34 We are a growing, progressive and well respected carrier specializing in the transportation of perishable and dry freight, since 1957. We are currently looking for an individual to support our Founding Values for future success at our Coquitlam Terminal. We are currently looking for F/T Company Town & Highway Drivers. Requires a Class 1 license with 6 -12 months of previous driving experience required. Consistent hours and start times. We offer competitive wages with group benefits and a group RRSP plan. Fax Resume & abstract to (1)604-472-2136 or email to: hrfrt@telus.net

Help Wanted

The Annual General Meeting of Lakes District Senior Citizen Housing Association will be held on April 7th at Tweedsmuir House, #53 9th Ave., Burns Lake at 1 pm. This meeting is open to the public.

30 ROUMIEU DRIVE BOX 307 BURNS LAKE BC V0J 1E0

THINK SAFE! BE SAFE!

Tahtsa Timber Ltd. is looking for a

MILLWRIGHT minimum 2 years experience Job duties: welding, fabricating and repair work in small sawmills. $26.50/hour, after 40 hours rate is $39.75. Life, AD & D insurance, extended medical & dental, after 3 months.

50 hours/week per position in Burns Lake & area. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is an 18,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. We are currently recruiting for the following position to join our mine site team:

Fax resumes to 250-692-7140 or email to angelika@tahtsa.ca

IT ADMINISTRATOR

Reporting to senior management and working closely with the Accounting Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance and management of computer systems, hardware and software at the mine site. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Administrator looking for a position with operational and technical challenges. Candidates should have a solid understanding of network infrastructure and operations and have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities will include: Ř Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking and operating system issues Ř Maintain all onsite systems including network and server infrastructure, backup systems and external connectivity Ř Oversee updates and implementation of applications and systems Ř Provide real time response to system users, troubleshooting and repairing service outages Ř Maintain a hardware and software inventory Ř Mobile device troubleshooting Ř Coordinating with 9ancouver ofŵce IT administrator Candidate will have a college diploma or university degree in Information Technology or related discipline preferred. We are looking for an individual with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in system administration.

1x1 classified ad. For $31.50 we will run your ad UNTIL IT SELLS, any category, max. 30 words

To announce birthdays, weddings, births etc.

18 March 2015

Information

Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work, and the schedule for this position is 4 days on, 3 days off (Monday to Thursday). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers full relocation expenses, a competitive salary and a full range of beneŵts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Interested candidates can forward a completed resume to: Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

JOB OPENINGS AVAILABLE Seasonal: April 1 - October 30, 2015

CASHIER/SALES ASSOCIATE 2 Positions - part time

Description: The qualified candidate will be responsible to process cash sales, assist customers with their projects, and be available to assist wherever needed. t Competitive wages t 24 hours per week t Training available Requirements: t Strong computer skills t Minimum one year experience with retail t Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment t Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion with confidential information t Strong customer service t Ability to work with flexible scheduling and on short notice

YARD/WAREHOUSE WORKER 1 Position - full time

Description: The qualified candidate will be responsible to help unload freight, help customers with their orders, and assist other team members with their various responsibilities. t Competitive wages t 40 hours per week t Training available Requirements: t Must enjoy manual labour and the outdoors t Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment t Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills t Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion with confidential information t Strong customer service t Ability to work with flexible scheduling and on short notice Please drop off resume in person at: Starland Supply (2000) Ltd. 165 Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake, BC

Lakes District News Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net 17

Employment

Career Opportunities

PATHFINDER Endeavours Ltd. is excepting resumes for NATURAL RESOURCE AND FIELD TECHNICIANS. Pathfinder is an equal opportunity employer that offers a competitive salary, set shift schedule, and ongoing training for career minded individuals. Visit our website for full job descriptions www.pathfinderltd.ca. Submit resumes to careers@pathfinderltd.ca

Education/Trade Schools INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

Help Wanted APARTMENT MANAGER needed for 27 unit in Burns Lake, BC. Must be live-in. Email resumes to: reimerrd@hotmail.com

Home Care/Support BAYSHORE Home Health is hiring HCAs, LPNs and RNs in Prince George area. Competitive wage, benefits and flexibility. Own vehicle and BCDL an asset. Help us make a difference in your community. Apply to hsellors@bayshore.ca, visit www.bayshore.ca.

Trades, Technical CLIMBER/BUCKET Operator needed for residential tree service. Min. 2 years exp., must have valid BC DL, Certified Arborist an asset. $30$35 based on exp. 604-819-9447/ the.treeguy@hotmail.com

Thompson Community Services

REGISTERED NURSE – HOME MANAGER

Hoskins Ford Sales has an opening for a new

Service Manager The Service Manager will be responsible for the supervision and leadership of the dealership’s Service Department. He or she will effectively and efficiently manage the development and direction of the service team to drive the growth of revenue, technical productivity, quality assurance and to promote a high level of customer satisfaction. The Core Competencies of the successful candidate will be: t $VTUPNFS 'PDVT t $PNNVOJDBUJPO t 5FBN 8PSL t 5JNF .BOBHFNFOU t "EBQUBCJMJUZ 'MFYJCJMJUZ t $SFBUJWF BOE *OOPWBUJWF 5IJOLJOH t %FDJTJPO .BLJOH BOE +VEHFNFOU t 1MBOOJOH BOE 0SHBOJ[JOH t 1SPCMFN 4PMWJOH t -FBEFSTIJQ

FULL-TIME COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC LEVEL 2 OR HIGHER We are a growing, progressive and well respected carrier operating a full repair and maintenance facility at our head office in Coquitlam. REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically fit, communicates well in English, full certification. WE OFFER: Attractive compensation package which includes group benefits.

Please email resume: hrfrt@telus.net or Fax: (1) 604-472-2136

Service, Commitment, Leadership

Prince George, BC

TCS is a social services agency that provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities in a number of communities in the Province of BC. We possess an unwavering commitment to care, innovation and highly individualized, solution-focused services for individuals and their families. Fundamental to our purpose is the selection and support of committed staff members. TCS is establishing a home in Prince George for individuals with complex health care needs and developmental disabilities. As the RN / Home Manager you will be responsible for the provision of all aspects of care in the home as well as supervision, training and leadership of staff members, administrative management, communication and liaison with professionals in the community. You will also have extensive experience in a variety of health care settings and supervisory experience. As a team player you must be able to build relationships, be an excellent interpersonal communicator and be able to maintain a flexible schedule as necessary.

)PTLJOT 'PSE 4BMFT JT MPDBUFE JO UIF #VMLMFZ 7BMMFZ XIFSF ZPV can enjoy a great quality of life. You and your family will enjoy many outdoor activities.

We offer competitive salary with an excellent benefit package. Please submit resumes by April 3, 2015 to Kristine DeMonte at kdemonte@tcsinfo.ca

Please email your resume and cover letter to Dave Tucker, General Manager: dave@hoskinsford.com

www.thompsoncommunityservices.com

Community Newspapers

Career Opportunities

We’re at the heart of things™

Career Opportunities

SAWMILL SUPERVISOR

Soda Creek Division, Williams Lake, B.C. Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development?

At Tolko people are our most valuable resource and our success is dependent on innovative individuals who are aligned with our organizational values. Our tradition of excellence is built on strong company values, a challenging work environment and continuous development. Tolko’s value for safety, the environment, and sustainable business practices are key to being an industry leader in the world market of today. We are currently seeking a Sawmill Supervisor to join our team in Williams Lake, BC. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please apply via our website www.tolko.com by April 5, 2015. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Career Opportunities

POSITION OVERVIEW The Soda Creek Sawmill Supervisor will be responsible for exceeding targets in quality, cost control and employee engagement with an uncompromising focus on safety standards. This key position reports to the Sawmill Superintendent and works closely with maintenance and other staff to ensure safety, production and overall plant efficiency. The successful incumbent will require superior leadership skills to deliver on World Class results and possesses a comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing operations, OH&S and industrial relations. QUALIFICATIONS • 3-5 years related supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment • Post-secondary education in forestry, business, engineering or related field • Self-motivated individual with well-developed organizational, time management and analytical skills • Demonstrated ability to work and contribute in a team environment • Superior computer application skills • Technical knowledge of sawmill equipment and log and lumber scanning systems is a definite asset

Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is an 18,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. We are currently recruiting for the following position to join our mine site team:

ASSAYER

Huckleberry Mines is seeking an assayer. Reporting to the Senior Metallurgist, this position is responsible for the analysis of samples from the mill and pit using atomic absorption, a spectrophotometer and Leco analyzer. Methods to be trained on include acid digestion with an AA ŵnish on low grade pulps and a wide range of ABA analytical methods. The successful applicant’s primary focus will be on ABA testing which is done on a daily basis due to requirements of our current mining plan. The Assayer will also be required to be well versed in the bucking duties in order to provide coverage for the bucker. The successful candidate will hold a BC Assayer’s Certiŵcate or a diploma in analytical chemistry or, a minimum of ŵve year assay experience and computer experience with Microsoft Excel and Access. Good interpersonal and communication skills are a must. QA/QC knowledge and supervisory experience will be considered an asset. Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work, and the schedule for this position is either 7 x 7 (seven days on, seven days off) or 4 days on, 3 days off (Monday to Thursday). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of beneŵts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 4ualiŵed applicants can submit tKeir resumes in conŵdence to: Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

EXPEDITER

The successful candidate will report to the Purchasing Agent and provide support to the buyers to ensure the on time delivery of contracts, services and goods. Responsibilities will include: Ř Ř Ř Ř Ř Ř Ř Ř

Preparation of service agreement and contracts Manage contract manifests Expedite purchase orders Create purchase orders and ensure the timely return of equipment sent off site for repair Assist accounts payable with invoicing problems Re-order stock inventory items as required Manage freight bills Vacation relief for the buyer and inventory analyst

Applicants require a minimum two years of experience in expediting, procurement or related ŵelds. Working knowledge of Guardian, Word, and Excel software would be considered an asset. Excellent organizational, planning, and computer skills are required as is an attention to detail. Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work, and the schedule for this position is 4 days on, 3 days off (Monday to Thursday). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca Huckleberry Mines is a remote mine where its employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of beneŵts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 4ualiŵed applicants can submit tKeir resumes in conŵdence to: Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

18 www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Lakes District News

Transportation

Financial Services

Antiques / Vintage

Suites, Lower

Sport Utility Vehicle

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

BLUENOSE Coins & Precious Metals buys and sells Canadian & US Coins and Banknotes, Gold and Silver Maple Leafs, Bars, Vintage Sports Card, Fine Watches (Rolex), Large quality Diamonds, and much more!! We pay the most and sell at the best prices, shop and compare, family owned and life time member of the RCNA. Penticton 1-866-493-6515.

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

FOR SALE 2012 Equinox. 27,000 kms, fully loaded. $20,000 (250) 692-6969

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

S lives here. It’s here in our community. Please make a difference by volunteering.

Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada

AUCTION March 28th Custom log furniture making equipment, 1379 Green Ave, Trail, BC www.westernstarauctions.com for pictures and updates 250-212-3418

Misc. Wanted Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local

24/7 • anonymous • conﬁdential • in your language

1-800-680-4264

info@youthagainstviolence.com

Stand up. Be heard. Get help.

Misc Services

Fight Back. Volunteer your time, energy and skills today.

Legal Notices

dra ise

It takes 11 muscles to read this ad. May 8th, 2015

Grassy Plains Community Hall Dinner starts at 5:30pm Adults $12.00 Children 5-12 $8.00

Tickets available at the door or call or text 251-0062

Back by popular demand! Our hugely popular Bake Sale Auction will be held between dances Dance to follow dinner Kick up your heels to the music of the

Tweedsmuir Fiddlers

B.K.V. Towing Box 850 Burns Lake, B.C. (250) 692-3413

YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE

1•800•268•7582 www.mssociety.ca

Legal Notices

To Lucy Alex, We will be selling your 2013 Ford Escape Vin #IFMCU9GX4DUB87634 if we don’t hear from you by April 15, 2015.

Auctions

•

Legal

er’s Apprecia y u B tio Fun

-H ner & n

D 4

Rentals

Merchandise for Sale

Services

INSTRUMENTAL ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING (IADL) Services for Seniors Puzzle Answers

ServiceS for SeniorS... This program offers support services to help seniors with non-medical day-to-day tasks. eligibility

• 65 years or older • Living independently • Resides in Burns Lake

ServiceS AvAilAble

30 ROUMIEU DRIVE BOX 307 BURNS LAKE BC V0J 1E0

THINK SAFE! BE SAFE!

Tahtsa Timber Ltd is looking for a

full time permanent

STEEP SLOPE HARVESTER OPERATOR Minimum 2 years experience. Job duties: operate and maintain a Steep Slope Harvester $30/hour, 50 hours per week. $45/hour overtime wage after 40 hours, plus holiday pay. After 3 months Life and AD & D insurance, as well as extended medical and dental starts.

Work is in Northern BC. Fax resumes to 250-692-7140 or email to angelika@tahtsa.ca

On average it costs a person $56.00 to drive to Prince George and back. Save your gas money -

• Friendly visits • Transportation • Housekeeping • Grocery Shopping • Light yard work / snow removal • Information / Referral Services

LAND ACT Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

fee for Service

Services are provided free by volunteers with the exception of light housekeeping.

Take notice that Telus Communications Inc. from Surrey, BC, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Smithers, for a Utility – Right of Way purposes situated on Provincial Crown land located ALL THAT UNSURVEYED CROWN LAND IN THE VICINITY OF PINKUT LAKE TOGETHER WITH THAT PART OF DISTRICT LOT 6704, THAT PART OF DISTRICT LOT 2179, THAT PART OF DISTRICT LOT 6700, THAT PART OF DISTRICT LOT 2178, AND I.R. NO. 23, BEING PINKUT LAKE, RANGE 5 COAST DISTRICT, CONTAINING 16.847 HECTARES MORE OR LESS, by Babine Lake Road, BC. The Lands File for this application is 6408787. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Skeena Stikine Land Officer, MFLNRO,at PO Box 6000 – 3333 Tatlow Road Smithers, BC V0J 2N0. Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to April 10, 2015. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit the website at http://www.arfd.gov. bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations’ Office in Smithers.

Legal Notices

To reGISTer or to BOOK for services please contact us.

Lakes District Community Services Society

132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Phone: (250) 692 7577 • E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca

www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca

ARE YOU DRIVEN TO VOLUNTEER?

DO YOU HAVE 1-2 HOURS A WEEK TO SPARE?

We are looking for VOLUNTEERS to help seniors with non medical day-to-day tasks that will reduce isolation and support independence. If you are interested in volunteering, the following services require volunteers:

• Friendly visits • Yard Work • Grocery Shopping Assistance • Transportation/Drivers If you are interested in volunteering - contact SHERI PEEBLES at 250 692 7577 for further information.

Legal Notices

SHOP LOCAL

Don’t take your muscles District Over 50,000 for Lakes granted. Community Services Society Canadians with muscular dystrophy take them very FULL SERVICE at the pump and seriously.

Lakes District Community Services’ IADL Services for Seniors program is here to help. Call to book or register: 250-692-7577

132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Phone: (250) 692 7577 • E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca

www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca

Pet of the Week JEANNIE

JEANNIE is our latest arrival at the shelter. She is a tortie/tabby who is ~ 1 1/2 - 2 yrs. old and has been spayed. She is yet a little shy but has settled in quite comfortably in her suite. If you are interested in JEANNIE, please call us at 250-692-7476. Advertising donated by LD News

Burns Lake Veterinary Clinic Ltd. Fountain Road, Burns Lake • Phone: 250-692-7476

PUBLIC NOTICE

Request for Proposal for Electrical Contractor The Village of Burns Lake is seeking proposals for an hourly contract rate to repair and maintain all Village electrical systems and devices. The systems include SCADA network, various pumps and motors and variable drive systems. The contractor will be expected to respond to non-emergency issues within 48 hours of notification. Please also include an emergency call out rate with a mandatory response time of four (4) hours or less. The successful proponent must be a certified electrician with own tools, have a valid Village of Burns Lake Business License, and be registered with Worksafe BC. All work conducted must be Worksafe BC and BC Safety Authority compliant. The successful proponent may be required to purchase an annual electrical permit on behalf of the Village of Burns Lake. This will be negotiated as part of the final contract. For more information please contact Sheryl Worthing, CAO at the Village of Burns Lake Office at 250-692-7587. Proposals in the form of a cover letter with supporting documents marked “Electrical Contract – Confidential” will be accepted until

10:00am, Monday, March 30, 2015 Village of Burns Lake Office #15-3rd Ave, PO Box 570, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

FRIENDLY SERVICE at the counter!

Learn more at muscle.ca Everyone welcome

We have the LOWEST FUEL PRICES in town!

Convenience Store with a range of everyday items such as groceries, toiletries, pop, candy, tobacco products, and newspapers.

819D Center Street, Burns Lake

250-692-3901

Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-11pm Sat 8am-11pm, Sun: 9am-9pm Holidays: 9am-9pm

Everyone is welcome to purchase gas at our store!

Lakes District News Wednesday, March 25, 2015

www.ldnews.net 19

Burns Lake Automotive

PRODUCTS OF THE WEEK! Fire Extinguishers, Ladders, & HITACHI Power Tools 6071

4267

5 lb. Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher

16759

Heavy Duty Fiberglass Stepladder 8 feet CSA Grade 1, 250 lb load rating with sturdy and nonconductive side rails.

PART # LP-60897

269

9203

2.5 lb. Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher PART # WBDL-ABC25VB

PART #WBDL-ABC5VB

39079 4-in-1 Telescopic Ladder 21 feet

14â€? Portable Chop Saw

HXP Liion 18V Compact Pro Driver Drill

1/2â€? ratcheting keyless metal chuck for bit -changing ease.

Portable, rugged and lightest in class (36.4 lbs).

PART #DS18DSAL

PART #CC14SF

Happy Hour!

3:30-4:30PM 6:00-8:00PM

PART #LP-821

Monday - Saturday Drinks & Appy Specials

52 * +0- $ .! )! !.. -4 *)/!./ *+!) /* -!.% !)/. *" ) !3 '0 %)# 0! ! 4! -. *" #! *- *' !- . *" 2%))%)# !+!) *) /$! )0( !- *" !'%#% '! !)/-%!. -! !%1! %1! +-%5!. -! 1 %' '! /* ! 2*) ! $ *).%./%)# *" $! & "*- ++-*3%( /! 1 '0! *" ! $ +-%5! %. $! .!'! /! !)/- )/ (0./ *--! /'4 ).2!- 0) % ! ( /$!( /% ' .&%'' /!./%)# ,0!./%*) /* ! ! ' -! 2%))!- *)/!./ *+!). *) 4 - $

/ ) !) . *) 0) 4 - $

*- %)./-0 /%*). /* !)/!- ) *(+'!/! *)/!./ -0'!. 1%.%/ 1! +-%)# '! )%)#

Score Board

4-1/2â€? Grinder With 5 Bonus Grinding Wheels Powerful 6 Amp motor with Max output of 950 Watts. PART #G12SR3

Free WIFI

Plus

CSA Grade 1, ANSI Type 1A 300 lb load rating.

248

PASTA NIGHT: Tuesdays WING NIGHT: Wednesdays RIB NIGHT: Thursdays PRIME RIB NIGHT: Fridays STEAK NIGHT: Saturdays

Heavy Duty Fiberglass Stepladder 5 feet

PART #LP-60597

plus

PART #WBDL-ABC10WH

11492

WING NIGHT every Wednesday

Get ready for sunny weather with spring cleaning tips, checklists, money-saving coupons and more.

10 lb. Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher

3â€? wide slip-resistant steps and additional bracing for stability and strength.

Tonight is

DECKER LAKE WHIST - March 18, 2015

Ladies 1st: Diane Killman 153 Ladies 2nd: Barb Clarkson 151 Menâ€™s 1st: Allan Pederson 143

Menâ€™s 2nd: Doug Rowland 135 Low Score: Sadie Dyck 112 Door Prize: Eric Schroeder

We have a relaxed atmosphere with great service! WINTER HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 11am-10:30pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Sun 4pm - 10pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Liquor Store open until 11pm Mon - Sat, 10pm on Sundays

The eyes have it

LEGION SENIORS CRIB - March 19, 2015

1st: Alvina Eakin

2nd: Tina Miner

3rd: Al Pederson

Fetch a Friend 23 - 3rd Ave. from the SPCA today! Burns Lake, BC LAKES DISTRICT NEWS spca.bc.ca 250-692-7526

Bring your scores to LD News before 12 noon Fridays to be included on the Score Board.

Scoreboard proudly sponsored by:

Your parts SO store with

E! MUCH MOR

BURNS LAKE

98 Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Hwy 16, Fraser Lake

250-692-7565 250-699-8990

Burns Lake & area The Comfort Zone Flying Dutchman Service

www.ldnews.net

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Still serving the Lakes District

101-1st Avenue, Burns Lake

250-692-3337

Operated by

Keith Wilson

258 Highway 16, Phone: 250-692-7948

CLOSED from Friday, April 3rd to Monday, April 6th for Easter Weekend Reg. Hours: Tues. - Sat. 10:30am to 5:00pm

Starting a Business?

Expanding Your Business? The Comfor/CFDC Developmental Lending Program can help! For more information, call 1-800-556-5539

TOLL FREE

1-877-873-7467 NEW: Cylinder exchange at Overwaitea or fill up cylinders at the Rainbow Gas Bar

www.superiorpropane.com

PRINTING NS &SIG BURNS LAKE

YES, WE DO

MUGS with Lettering, Logos or Photos

250-692-7887

Next to Rexall

Bâ€™s Free Enterprises Ltd.

Burns Lake Recycling Depot BEVERAGE CONTAINERS & USED ELECTRONICS

Lakes District Âą

Payne Septic Service (2010) 250-698-7964

Wood and Gas Stoves and Fireplaces

advertising@ldnews.net

Located on Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake Pub: 250-692-0068 â€˘ Liquor store: 250-692-0067

Your Dealer

Bill & Wendy Imus Certified Appliance Repair & Computer Technicians

Box 420, 28540 Colleymount Rd., Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E2

250-692-6019

Cell: (250) 692-6569 â€˘ email: bsfree@bsfree.ca

Make cash not trash!

#ShouldaUsedBurnLake

BURNS LAKE

Computer Training, Sales & Service

Pumps Water Treatment Plumbing Repairs

Personalized In Home Service Delivery of Ink & Computer Supplies

Phone: (250) 692-4353

Advertise your Business or Service here for $2225 per week. Call Lakes District News 250-692-7526 for more information.

CURRENTLY IN STOCK: 8â€™X24â€? & 9â€™X30â€? TRACTOR/ SKIDSTEER FRMT SNO BLADES C/W UNIVERSAL SKIDSTEER QUICK ATTACH & HYDRAULIC ANGLE.

ALSO - REAR 3 PTH. TRACTOR BLADES. 60â€? & 72â€?

Making Light of Snow Removal Give us a call for any of your attachment needs.

Bill and Patsy Miller, Owners 29850 Hwy 16 West â€˘ PO Box 450 â€˘ Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

Phone 250-696-3211 â€˘ Cell: 250-692-9940

Thank you for supporting our local businesses and services

email: sales@pbagrimech.ca

www.pbagrimech.ca

www.ldnews.net

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Lakes District News

W $5 00 ONLYEEK S BO EN N DS U M S A

31 S T

SPRING LOADED

With OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi:

SE LE CT

M OD EL S

• Stream movies • Check your emails • And More

With the myChevrolet mobile app:**

• Start your vehicle • Lock and unlock doors • From anywhere in Canada

EVENT

Complimentary Oil Change:***

• Every Chevrolet receives 2 years/40 000 km oil changes

MORE STANDARD FEATURES AND LEADING TECHNOLOGY IN EVERY VEHICLE

7.0

Safety >

††

L/100km hwy

Airbags

Safety

4G LTE Wi-Fi

E! RIC P R WE LO

2015 TRAX LS

STARTING FROM

$17,995

LS AIR & AUTO

‡

THIS OFFER IS ON FWD AND INCLUDES $2,000 CASH CREDIT $500 OWNER CASH†, FREIGHT & PDI.

FEATURES:

LTZ MODEL SHOWN

+$500

10 STANDARD AIR BAGS > POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS, MIRRORS

BONUS <> CASH

OR STEP UP TO

$20,995 INCLUDES $2,000 CASH CREDIT $500 OWNER CASH†, FREIGHT & PDI.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY ONSTAR 4G LTE WIFI *

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

7.3

††

L/100km hwy

$22,995

‡‡

‡

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

2015 EQUINOX LS STARTING FROM

AIR CONDITIONING

¥¥

Best-In-Class Rear Seat Leg Room

4G LTE Wi-Fi

$4,950

INCLUDES TOTAL CREDIT

THIS OFFER IS ON FWD AND INCLUDES $4,200 CASH CREDIT, $750 OWNER CASH†, FREIGHT & PDI.

FULLY LOADED WITH THE FEATURES YOU WANT: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AIR CONDITIONING POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS, MIRRORS REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

BLUETOOTH ONSTAR 4G LTE WIFI * 17” ALUMINUM WHEELS SIRIUS XM SATTELITE RADIO

ALL 2015’s COME WITH CHEVROLET COMPLETE CARE:

BEST-IN-CLASS REAR LEGROOM ¥ ¥ FUEL EFFICIENCY 7.3L/100KM HWY LTZ AWD MODEL SHOWN

YEARS/40,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES ***

YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY ^^

YEARS/160,000 KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ^^

Chevrolet.ca

OFFERS END MARCH 31ST ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Trax LS, Trax LS Air &Auto and of an Equinox LS FWD. Freight ($1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and applicable taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. <> Offer available to retail customers in Canada only. $500 Customer bonus cash is eligible on 2014 and 2015 MY Cruze and Trax delivered between March 18 and March 31, 2015. The $500 customer bonus cash includes HST/GST/PST as applicable by province. Limited time offers, which may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ‡ Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickup models delivered in Canada between March 3rd and March 31st, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available on Chevrolet Spark, Sonic, Cruze, Volt, Trax, Malibu (expect LS). $750 credit available on others Chevrolet vehicles (except Colorado 2SA, Camaro Z28, Malibu LS, Silverado Light Duty and Heavy Duty). Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between March 3rd – March 31st 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available on Chevrolet Spark, Sonic, Cruze, Volt, Trax, Malibu (expect LS) ; $1,500 credit available on other eligible Chevrolet vehicles (except Chevrolet Colorado 2SA, Camaro Z28 and Malibu LS). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. *Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Customers will be able to access OnStar services only if they accept the OnStar User Terms and Privacy Statement (including software terms). OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After the trial period (if applicable), an active OnStar service plan is required. **Start your vehicle: Services vary by model and conditions. Requires factory installed and enabled remote start. Lock and unlock your doors: Services vary by model and conditions. Requires automatic door locks. From anywhere in Canada: Require a cellular and a Wi-Fi connection. ***The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. †† Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. > Based on WardsAuto.com 2012 Upper Small segment, excluding Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. Standard 10 airbags, ABS, traction control and StabiliTrak. ^*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). +Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded 2015 Trax and Equinox the 2015 Top Safety Pick Plus Award when equipped with available forward collision alert. ‡ Purchase prices include a cash credit of $2,000 and $446 Owner Cash and apply to new 2015 Chevrolet Trax LS FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. Purchase prices of $17,995 (LS FWD) and $20,995 (LS FWD A/A) include Freight, Air Tax but exclude license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ‡‡ Purchase price includes a cash credit of $4,200 and $670 Owner Cash and apply to new 2015 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. Purchase prices of $22,995 (LS FWD) includes Freight, Air Tax but excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ¥¥ Comparison based on 2013 Polk segmentation: Compact SUV and latest competitive data available and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ^^Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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