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Burns Lake rallies in Prince George at CNC

RDBN to change its process During a regular meeting of the Regional District of BulkleyNechako on March 26, 2015, the board of directors carried a motion to make some changes in its budgeting process.

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How safe are the cross walks?

According to Burns Lake council, community members have expressed some concerns over the lack of visibility of some of the crosswalks along Hwy. 16.

Story on page 3 LAURA BLACKWELL PHOTOS

Mayor Luke Strimbold (R) from the Village of Burns Lake and Monty Palmantier from Lake Babine Nation both should their support to the College of New Caledonia, Lakes campus in Prince George last Friday. Both had strong concerns about the recent announcements of employee and program cutbacks. More on page 3. supported non-traditional students to fit within a trict. On behalf of the community, our concerns LAURA BLACKWELL On entourage of approximately 15 people headed to Prince George last Friday to voice their concerns at the College of New Caledonia (CNC) public forum. The forum gave community members a chance to voice their opinions about the proposed changes. The forum was held on March 27.

First speaker for the Burns Lake group was Lynn Synotte, Project Planner and a 25 year employee at the Lakes campus.

Synotte stated to the board of directors “The Lakes campus has never run a deficit and during most of my years, the campus has even returned money to offset the infrastructure. The Lakes campus base budget is 45 per cent and our cost recovery programs are 55 per cent of our total operating budget.”

She continued to say, “CNC Lakes has always

traditional college system ad these students find success. Our family programs, our academic and personal counsellors and staff have responded to the ups and the downs in our community.”

She closed by saying, “We realize the college is in a deficit situation and their needs to be addressed but standardization is not the answer. Each community within the college region is different.

Board members who are from a small community will recognize the impact they will have on our college, you are cutting programs in Prince George but you are cutting out the heart of Burns Lake.

Mayor Luke Strimbold took time to attend the public forum to stress to the board the importance of the local CNC. He said, “Our college has influenced our community for decades and it has the ability to have a positive impact on the future of the Lakes Dis-

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are what decisions are being made and how they are being made. I know from personal experience that our local college has worked and continuously works extremely hard to build trust amongst students, First Nations, business leaders, and the community as a whole. But today I see that trust quickly diminishing because decisions are not being made close to home and a new education philosophy is being implemented without the community’s input.”

He went on to say, “Standardization and centralization - these are words going around in our community. Not one of our communities are the exact same as one another and the students have a wide range of diversity. I understand that the College of New Caledonia is facing some tough times. But the solutions that are most successful are those ...see CNC CUTS ▼ P3

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Joe Comeau receives the Meritorious Service Medal

Joe Comeau, Service Officer for the Royal Canadian Legion, received the Meritorious Service Medal during a regular meeting of the Branch No. 50 on March 24, 2015, by the hands of zone commander John Scott. The medal is the highest honour given and intended to recognize individuals who have carried out meritorious acts. Comeau has contributed greatly to the Royal Canadian Legion with different volunteer services. The award included a medal, a plaque, a certificate and a badge.

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During a regular meeting of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako on March 26, 2015, the board of directors carried a motion to make some changes in its budgeting process.

One of these changes includes the creation of a finance committee that would provide guidance to the board of directors during the budgeting process. The committee would have the purpose of helping the board of directors understand how their decisions affect the budget and the overall tax rates.

According to the 2015 budget – which received final approval on March 26, 2015 - taxation on region-wide services increased by 15.5 per cent, and taxation on regional rural services increased by 22.4 per cent.

Some directors have pointed out that the increase in taxation came as a surprise to them, and realized the need to have a different approach to the budgeting process to avoid unexpected surprises.

"We had people in our last meeting [March 12, 2015] that even after something passed our agenda three times, they were still surprised to see it,” said Mark Fisher, Director of Electoral Area A. “There are obviously some improvements that we need to make in our budgeting process, said Taylor Bachrach,” Smithers Mayor. “We don't have an angle on this thing [the budget]; we need to make sure that we're following the ball and that we're making conscientious decisions along the way.” cell: 1-250-692-9303 Although the budget is discussed in different meetings, the RDBN does not hold meetings specifically to discuss the budget. The board of directors agreed email:northernhomes@msn.com that there should be separate meetings to discuss the budget.

Fisher said that the more the board discusses the budget, the better it will be If you want to sell or buy a home for constituents.

“If we have to through things twice, so be it,” he said. “Maybe we should go please think of through it [the budget] even more.”

Details of the new budgeting process are still not defined. The board of directors asked RDBN staff to create a report outlining "the new and improved budgeting process" for the next RDBN meeting.

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that consist of an inclusive approach. The new approach where decisions are being made by senior executive out of Prince George and no longer being made in our community is simply not acceptable. We want to be part of the solution. We want to know that decisions are being made locally and that we are able to walk into the college and speak to a decision maker.

And you as a board and your senior executive are pushing a different philosophy. I believe the people of Burns Lake will support me when I say that we want to work with you to define what education looks like in our community.”

Strimbold closed by putting a question to the board, “One of the questions I have is whether you as a board and senior executives are interested in changing your approach and conducting meaningful consultation and working with us to develop a Laura Blackwell photo unified vision for education in the Lakes District?”

Monty Palmantier, Education Director for Lynn Synotte, Priscilla Crouse and Susan Schienbein were among the 15 local residents showed Lake Babine Nation (LBN) also spoke to the up at the public forum to voice their opinions about the proposed changes at CNC Lakes. board on behalf of his Nation and the commuPalmantier closed by saying, “ I do not have all the answers; nity. “Today I am here wearing my hat and speaking on be- however, in the spirit of true partnership, what we need to do half of Lake Babine Nation to express my concerns about the is collectively roll up our sleeves and come up with solutions impacts that CNC Lakes, and particularly the First Nations together. In all honesty. Providing multiple stakeholders from communities are facing in light of decisions being made by the Lakes District only 20 minutes to petition the board of the senior administration and the board of governors of CNC.” governors, as we are doing today, in my mind is only the be“While I cannot presume to speak for the other five First Na- ginning of the work that we have in front of us. Meaningful tions in the Lakes District, you can be assured that their expe- engagement and authentic partnerships, such as has been our riences and concerns care similar to those held by LBN. Our experience at CNC Lakes is what is needed.” partnerships with CNC Lakes has been brought to regional, Other local speakers showing support at the public forum provincial, national and international arenas where we have put was acting chamber manger Susan Schienbein and Priscilla CNC Lakes on the map in terms of what makes for effective Crouse Aboriginal Liaison for CNC. and reflective programming that has resulted in successes for On April 24, 2015, the CNC board of directors will vote to students. With the cuts that have been identified and in some in- approve the budget and the proposed changes. Henry Reiser, stances acted upon already, everything that we have worked to- CNC President said that depending on the outcome of the votwards that has made for successful programming at CNC Lakes ing, some of the layoffs may be rescinded based on what prois in jeopardy and puts us back to where we were 20 years ago.” grams are being suspended.

Community members have raised concerns Flavio Nienow

According to Burns Lake council, community members have expressed some concerns over the lack of visibility of some of the crosswalks along Hwy. 16.

One of these crosswalks is located in front of the Burns Lake Eye Care.

"I completely forgot that crosswalk even existed," said coun. Chris Beach.

"A lot of people don't even know it's there."

Councillor Kelly Holliday said that many people drive faster than they should before reaching that crosswalk (driving from east to west), when the maximum speed allowed is 20 km/h.

The other crosswalk councillors were concern about is located near the Royal Bank of Canada.

In early January of 2015, council directed village staff to bring back a report regarding the safety of

crosswalks in Burns Lake.

According to the staff report, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) is satisfied with the current design of the crossings in Burns Lake, as they were designed, inspected and signed off by their engineers who specialize in this field.

After the project was complete, representatives from the contractor, MOTI and the Director of Public Works did a walk through to confirm the product was finished to design standards.

"I understand that this project was approved and signed off, but I think it might be worthwhile to have a discussion again," said coun. Susan Scheinbein.

"I appreciate that the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has approved these projects, but ...see CROSS WALK

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Bye for now Burns Lake

Treaty trouble has deep roots

As you may have heard, I am returning to Brazil for a few months.

And no, it is not because I was fed up with the winter in Burns Lake. In fact, I thought the winter in Burns Lake was not bad at all compared to some other parts of the country.

What’s happening is that I have to leave the country for a few months while I wait for a decision on my Canadian permanent residency application. So hopefully the kind government of Canada (I have to say nice things in case they are monitoring my behaviour) will approve my application and I will be able to return to Burns Lake as soon as possible.

In the meantime, I will continue to freelance for Lakes District News. So don’t be confused if you receive a call from me in the near future. I must say that when I moved to Burns Lake I had zero expectations.

I moved because of the job, and I had no clue about what to expect. I had no friends who lived in Northern B.C., and it was really hard to imagine how living there would be like.

What happened during my stay there was that I kept being positively surprised.

First I was surprised by how beautiful the area was. I was amazed at how almost every house had a lake view (it’s like being at a theatre, where everybody can see the stage).

Then I was impressed by the many options of outdoor activities (although I was too afraid of bears and the freezing temperatures to be more adventurous).

However, I did sense that there is a distinctive quality to being up north and living so close to nature. We have something truly special in Northern B.C. that city folks miss and don’t even realize it. I think you have to live up there [Northern B.C.] to understand it.

I was also positively surprised by our village council. I was impressed by how transparent and responsible they are when dealing with the public and the media. I think this town is very lucky for having a diverse and forward-thinking council; a young, intelligent and charismatic mayor; and a highly efficient village staff. It was always invigorating for me to follow up on council affairs.

But the best thing about Burns Lake is definitely the people. People in Burns Lake are friendly, but they also know when to respect your privacy. People are certainly not shy and know how to party (and there is an unspoken agreement on not sharing embarrassing photos of each other on Facebook).

What I also found interesting was that a lot of people in this town came from somewhere else. I met people from all walks of life and was able to learn so much from them. I also heard many stories of people who moved to Burns Lake temporarily, but eventually discovered that this was their home.

And the most rewarding part about the time I spent in Burns Lake was feeling that I arrived at an interesting time for the town. I sense that this town has had some hardships in the past, but that a new energy is emerging.

I think that with a forward-thinking council, a brand new hospital and recreation facility, as well as a new marketing strategy for the town, Burns Lake has a tremendous potential for growth. Once we build our confidence and are able to market our unique features, I have no doubt we will attract continuous businesses and residents.

This is an important time for this town, and it brought me great excitement to be a part of it! It was rewarding to think that I was part of this change.

And so are you.

Thank you for your warm hearts and for making me feel so welcomed.

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Why did the B.C. government suddenly slam the door on their old friend George Abbott, after spending months recruiting him to head up the B.C. Treaty Commission?

The instant media narrative, embraced by a shocked Abbott and then

by NDP leader John Horgan, was that this was payback for grievances nursed by Premier Christy Clark from the 2011 B.C. Liberal leadership contest.

Done on a whim, Horgan said after a week grilling Clark and Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad. Clark is suddenly a sore winner, lashing out, wrecking two decades of careful and costly treatymaking.

Like many instant media narratives, this one makes no sense and is almost certainly wrong. If Clark was resentful about the roasting she received from leadership rivals Abbott and Kevin Falcon, she had an odd way of showing it. She appointed Falcon as finance minister to drive a stake into the harmonized sales tax, and Abbott as education minister to fashion a pre-election truce with the ever-hostile teachers’ union. Both completed their unlikely tasks and retired as heroes of the party in 2013.

Outgoing chief treaty commissioner Sophie Pierre was as dismayed as anyone at the news of Abbott’s demise. While the two were in transition meetings, Pierre learned that she was not being replaced, leaving the federal-provincial-First Nations Summit partnership of 22 years in a shambles.

Clark went further when questioned by reporters about the sudden reversal. The future of aboriginal relations in B.C. may or may not include the B.C. Treaty Commission.

“There have been some results, but four treaties in 22 years for $600 million is not enough result,” Clark said. “We have to be able to move faster, and we have to find a way to include more First Nations in the process.”

That $600 million is mostly loans, from the federal government to First Nations to finance treaty talks. Of every $100 spent trying to honour the century-old duty to sign treaties across B.C., $80 is a loan from Ottawa, $12 is a grant from Ottawa and $8 is a grant from B.C. The plan was for First Nations to repay their loans out of cash settlements made to them for 100-odd years of uncompensated resource extraction, which is now accepted as being contrary to British and Canadian law.

It was the blunt-spoken Pierre who first acknowledged this hasn’t worked. Some of the 50 First Nations stuck at the treaty table have borrowed too much to go on, she said last year, calling for an “exit strategy” that forgives debt.

The probability of the B.C. government making this decision without talking to the federal paymaster is exactly zero. I’m told the province’s clumsy timing had something to do with Ottawa’s late demands.

I asked Clark if her plan to settle land claims faster was anything like the 2009 attempt by Gordon Campbell’s deputy minister Jessica McDonald to negotiate a province-wide deal declaring aboriginal title. Clark sidestepped the question, saying only that the 150 B.C. First Nations not at the treaty table need a say and a solution too.

(McDonald now faces a similar legal gridlock as the Clark-appointed CEO of BC Hydro, trying to build the Site C dam.)

Pierre, a veteran administrator from the Ktunaxa Tribal Council in the Kootenays, made a prophetic statement when her term as chief commissioner was extended three years ago. She said if Ottawa isn’t prepared to give federal negotiators a realistic mandate on compensation and sharing of salmon rights, they should “shut ’er down. ”Her advice may have been heard after all.

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Good-bye to the old Burns Lake hospital

Demolition of the building is expected to begin in May of 2015

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Work to deconstruct the old Lakes District Hospital in Burns Lake has already begun, but the actual demolition of the building is expected to take place in early May, 2015.

“The old Lakes District Hospital served the community very well for over 50 years and definitely leaves behind a great legacy in the Lakes District,” said John Rustad, MLA for Nechako Lakes.

Most of the work to take down the old hospital will include excavators that will safely break down the structure, and then clear the debris.

The process of hazardous material remediation, decommissioning of equipment not transferred to the new facility, and disposal of other items inside the hospital has already occurred.

The old Lakes District Hospital was built in 1960. Over the last 10 years the old hospital has had over 47,000 inpatients and 103,268 visits. In the last decade, there have been over 48,000 x-rays and over one million lab tests.

Flavio Nienow photo “There are a lot of memories for the staff and physicians that worked in the old facility and it Jonathon Dyck, Public Affairs and Media Relations for Northern Health said hazardous material is will definitely be remembered fondly,” said Marie being removed right now and in May demolition on the building will start . Estimated completion Hunter, Northern Health Lakes District Health Ser- date is early fall when people will be able to use it as a parking lot. vice Administrator.

The space previously occupied by the old facility will be used for parking for the new Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre.

It is expected that the new parking lot and landscaping work will be completed by fall of 2015.

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Burns Lake residents feel that the crosswalks in town lack visibility at crosswalks along Hwy. 16.

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Rick Martin, Director of Public Works, recently contacted MOTI to find out what would be the cost of adding lights to the crossing, as this had been one of the council suggestions to in-

crease safety.

"Installing control lighting at a pedestrian crossing on a major arterial like Hwy. 16 would require advanced flashing lights east and west of the crossing as well as the stop lights controlled by pedestrians," read the report. "The cost would likely exceed $150,000,

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and since this would severely impact the yearly maintenance for MOTI, it would not be supported."

Burns Lake council passed a motion to invite the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to attend a council meeting to discuss the safety of pedestrian crossings in Burns Lake.

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Citizens of the year

The Citizen of the Year award is given annually to recognize those who generously volunteer in our Lakes District communities. This year, the coffee souse on Saturday, March 28, at the Francois Lake Hall was the perfect setting to present the 2014 Citizen of the Year award. The full house gave a standing ovation when a very surprised Gordon and Joan McFee were called to receive the Citizens of the Year. There is no doubt that Gordon and Joan are worthy recipients as they have volunteered for many years in many organizations from minor hockey to the Festival of Performing Arts, and from Band Parents Association to the fall fair. Gordon and Joan have provided leadership and motivation by fund raising, grant writing and by the wielding of paintbrushes. Congratulations. Also thank you top Gunter Hoehne for this great photo.

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Monday, April 20, 2015 Time: Meeting: 7:00PM, Supper: 5:45 PM Location: Nechako Senior Citizens Friendship Center

Credit union donates to Citizens on Patrol The Lakes District branch of the Bulkley Valley Credit Union presents a cheque in the amount of $600 to the Burns Lake Citizens on Patrol.

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The District of Houston (DOH) wants more information from the Competition Bureau on the recent ruling about the Canfor and West Fraser timber swap.

The DOH sent a Freedom of Information Request to the province in early-March.

Canfor traded West Fraser their timber rights in Quesnel for West Fraser’s timber in Houston. Announced October 2013, the deal included shutting down Houston Forest Products (HFP) and a Canfor sawmill in Quesnel.

The Federal Competition Bureau and the province reviewed the trade of timber licences to see if it restricted the competitive market. The B.C. Minister of Forests can cancel forest licences if something unduly restricts the competition in the market for timber, logs or chips.

The Competition Bureau ruled March 3 that the timber exchange did not unduly restrict competition.

The Federal Bureau refused to comment on the ruling.

Ministry of Forests Public Affairs Officer Greig Bethel said the provincial assessment found that “while the mill closures did reduce the number of processors, the tenure exchange itself did not in an of itself unduly restrict competition.”

He said “the regions declining timber supply will lead to fibre supply challenges so the tenure exchange (in addition to the mill closures) will provide for a more efficient supply of timber ...for mills that remain open.”

Houston mayor Shane Brienen said the Minister of Forests called him March 3 about the Competition Bureau ruling.

Brienen says the province feels there are enough companies operating in this area: West Fraser operates Pacific Inland Resources in Smithers and Hampton Affiliates runs Babine Forest Products in Burns Lake.

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Be replaced with Proposed by-law: 79 (2) A member wanting to become a director must ensure that his/her nomination is submitted to the co-operative’s administration office a minimum of 14 days prior to the annual general meeting at which a director is to be elected.

“They don’t feel [Canfor] has the whole market to themselves,” he said.

“Three is the magic number in competition,” added coun.

Jonathan Van Barnevald.

Complimentary tickets for supper must be picked up prior Van Barneveld says he is not surprised by the ruling. to April 17th at the Co-op General Office.

“From the get-go, people knew that nothing was going to change that deal,” he said.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Mayor Brienen agreed.

Interested in letting your name stand for the Board “We felt all along that they would allow it. I don’t know of Directors of Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative if it is the best thing for Houston, or if it is the best for the Association?

Province because at the end of the day, if you don’t have strong Directors participate jointly, with a total of nine Directors in planning and controlling the affairs of the cocompetition out there, then you’re not getting the best dollar operative, guided by Association Bylaws and Policies, so and stumpage could go down.” that it effectively moves toward achieving the objectives Brienen said he thinks “what was going on in Quesnel really of the Co-operative. Nomination packages can be picked moved that deal ahead.” up at the Admin Office, Prince George, Quesnel Agro-CLooking at the timber supply review and coming harvest Store, Houston or Terrace Branches. The form should be cutbacks, “you can see we have five years or so left before we dropped off at the office prior to April 17, 2015. were running into major trouble,” Brienen said.

“It was coming eventually, and we were going to have trouble with our fibre supply, but it came a little sooner just because of the way things were going in Quesnel and how the puzzle fit together for those Comfor Management Services Ltd. two companies.”

Comfor Management Services Ltd. Van Barneveld agreed.

“You can see how the deal in Annual General Meeting Quesnel probably needed to happen.

April28, 28,2014 2014 at April at6:15 6:15pmpm And Houston Forest Products was Village of of Burns Burns Lake Office Village Lake Office basically the victim of that deal.”

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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.

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.

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Francois Lake student chosen for orner upcoming national science fair

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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

Flavio Nienow Grade-seven student Myers Illes, from Francois Lake, was chosen to represent Team B.C. at the Canada-Wide National Science Fair in Fredericton, N.B., from May 11-16, 2015.

In his project, Illes researched the effect that different substances have in the growth of plants when used as fertilizer, including goose droppings diluted in water.

His project was chosen at the Central Interior Science Exhibition that took place in Prince George on March 21,

2015. A total of 17 projects were representing School District No. 91 at the Central Interior Science Exhibition, and five students were chosen for the national science fair.

Elizabeth Schulz, from Fraser Lake, was also chosen for the national science fair.

"We are very proud of their accomplishments, and wish Myers and Elizabeth much success at the CanadaWide Science Fair," said Candice Little, District Science Fair Co-ordinator.

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Myers Illes has been chosen to go to the national science fair in May Level II - Computing and Information Technology; Gold; Project name: Why Fi - Rory Creighton, Michael Chalmers - Francois Lake.

Level II - Earth & Environmental Sciences; Gold; Project name: Beauty and the Bees - Jordan Illes Francois Lake.

Level I - Earth & Environmental Sciences; Silver; Project name: Frosty Affair - Ema Culberson - Decker Lake. Project name: Melting the Pain Away - Cameron Stewart, Lucas Phillips - Francois Lake. Gold; Project name: Off Your Desk Into Your Garden - Myers Illes - Francois Lake.

Level II - Health Sciences; Bronze; Project name: Pasta Wars - Adriana Ens, Evelyn Dickson. Gold; Project name: Heart Smart Jr. - Hailee Allen, Lexa Sanders Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary. Project name: Is Green as Clean Trista Teichroeb - Evelyn Dickson Level I - Life Sciences; Gold; Project name: Investigating Correlations and Variations of Lymnae stagnalis -: Elizabeth Schulz - Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary.

Level II - Physical & Mathematical Sciences; Bronze; Project name: Which Bulb?

- Gemma Elliott Francois Lake. Project name: Potato Power - Hayden Zacharias, Braiden Devauld - Sinkutview. Gold; Project

name: Bast Off - Eric Anderson , Marek Baker - W.L. McLeod.

Special award winners Project name: Al Appleton Worksafe Award; Winner ($100 cash); Melting the Pain Away - Cameron Stewart, Lucas Phillips - Francois Lake.

B.C. Agriculture in the Classroom Award; $100 cash; Project name: Off Your Desk Into Your Garden Myers Illes - Francois Lake.

BC Institute of Agrologists-Cariboo Central Interior Award; Perpetual trophy; $100 cash; Project name: Off Your Desk Into Your Garden - Myers Illes - Francois Lake.

BC Ministry of Environment - Environmental Award; Perpetual trophy and gift certificate; Project name: Beauty and the Bees - Jordan Illes - Francois Lake.

BC Nature Award; $75 cash; Project name: Investigating Correlations and Variations of Lymnae stagnalis - Elizabeth Schulz - Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary.

Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon Award; WinnerRecognition Plaque; Project name: Heart Smart Jr. - Hailee Allen, Lexa Sanders - Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary.

Integris Community Enhancement Award; Perpetual trophy, plaque, $250 cash; Project name: Why Fi - Rory Creighton, Michael Chalmers - Francois Lake.

Omineca Beetle Action Coalition Award;

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$100 cash; Project name: Investigating Correlations and Variations of Lymnae stagnalis - Elizabeth Schulz - Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary.

Canucks Excellence in Science Award; Gift valued at $600; Project name: Heart Smart Jr. - Hailee Allen, Lexa Sanders - Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary.

CWSF Student for Science Fair Foundation of BC CWSF Student; Project name: Investigating Correlations and Variations of Lymnae stagnalis - Student: Elizabeth Schulz - Fraser Lake Elem-Secondary. Project name: Off Your Desk Into Your Garden - Myers Illes Francois Lake.

Grand award winners Best in Category Computing and Information Technology, Level II plaque; Project name: Why Fi - Rory Creighton , Michael Chalmers - Francois Lake.

Best in Category, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Level II plaque; Project name: Beauty and the Bees Jordan Illes - Francois Lake.

Best in Category, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Level I; Project name: Off Your Desk Into Your Garden - Myers Illes - Francois Lake.

To check the complete list of winners, visit https://secure. youthscience.ca/sfiab/ centralinteriorbritishcolumbia/winners.php

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A desperately needed and large donation was given to Lakes Outdoor Recreational Society (LORS) last week, $68,000 to be exact. Burns Lake Community Forest (BLComfor) donated the money to LORS in order for them to maintain their 27 rec sites and two parks. Almost half of the money, $30,000 is for regular yearly maintenance for all sites and $38,000 will be used to do upgrades to sites within the community forest area. (L-R) Jim McCormick manger of BLComfor, Nick Erickson - director for BLComfor, Lynn Synotte representative for LORS, Ron Zayac, and Frank Varga - director for BLComfor representing the laura Blackwell photo village of Burns Lake.

Steelworkers withdraw from Lakeland mill inquest The United Steelworkers (USW) has announced that it is withdrawing from the coroner’s inquest into the explosion at Lakeland Mills in Prince George.

United Steelworkers district three director Stephen Hunt says the union has lost confidence that the inquest will answer the many outstanding questions that remain.

On April 14, 2014, chief coroner Lisa Lapointe released a statement promising that the inquest would provide the families of workers who died, as well as injured workers and the entire community, with a thorough review of the causes and contributing factors of the explosion, including: how and why the explosion happened; the roles and responsibilities of those involved in mill safety and their policies and practices; and what steps can and should be taken to prevent this type of event from happening again.

“Over the past week, the inquest has heard how WorkSafeBC’s failure to carry out its mandate to ensure the health and safety of workers resulted in a complete mishandling of sawmill safety both before and after the explosion. Despite this tragic TAX-FREE failure to do its job, the agency is not being held SEE US FIRST FOR accountable,” Hunt says.

SAVINGS PROVEN HIGHER A USW press release stated that as a result of ACCOUNT RETURNS AND relying upon WorkSafeBC’s flawed investigation, PLAN YOUR 2015 Allowable deposit the RCMP and B.C. Safety Authority also pro$ 5,500 for TFSA’s is PATH FORWARD! duced failed investigations.

“It is now clear that the inquest is not going to adequately answer any of the questions that deCALL US to mand to be answered. The employer’s withholding discuss how to of crucial evidence would have made a difference plan for your as to how the USW conducted its case and we will INDIVIDUAL not participate in an exercise that does such a disNEEDS service to the families who lost loved ones and to Gordon Hayward Catherine Stovel Andrea Stovel the larger community,” says Hunt.

EPC, CHS EPC, CHS LLQP, MA The USW continues to join family members, 114 - 1717 3rd Ave First Nations and the larger community in calling PRINCE GEORGE, BC for a public inquiry.

250-563-8243 Proceedings into an explosion at the Babine Forfpcinc@telus.net est Products mill in Burns Lake will get underway on July 13, 2015.

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Brucejack Gold Mine located near Stewart granted environmental assessment approval

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Over 20 friends gathered last week at A&W to wish Frank Bergen a happy 75 birthday. As a special treat the group was entertained by a friend playing the bagpipes. The special occasion was decorated nicely with balloons and everyone was treated to birthday cake.

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Environment Minister Mary Polak and Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett have issued an environmental assessment certificate to Pretium Resources Inc. for the Brucejack gold mine, located approximately 65 kilometres northwest of Stewart.

The decision was made after considering a review led by British Columbia's Environmental Assessment Office, which was conducted in a manner that is reflective of the treaty relationship between British Columbia and the Nisga'a Lisims Government.

The Brucejack project is an underground gold and silver mine, with an estimated capital cost of $450 million, that would create 500 jobs during the twoyear construction period and 300 jobs during a minimum 16-year operating life. It would produce up to 2,700 tonnes of ore per day.

The Brucejack mine will not have a tailings management facility with a dam.

Tailings will be stored underground in spent mine workings and in Brucejack Lake. This reflects best-available technology as recommended by the independent panel that investigated the Mount Polley failure. In its report, the panel noted that the most direct way to eliminate tailings dam failures is to store the majority of tailings below ground.

The ministers issued the certificate with 15 legally enforceable conditions that have given them the confidence to conclude that the project will be constructed, operated and decommissioned in a way that ensures no significant adverse effects are likely to occur.

Additional information is required to determine the significance of effects on water quality and the effectiveness of the proposed water treatment plants.

To avoid significant adverse effects to the Unuk River and the environment at the mine site, certificate conditions require Pretium Resources to provide the necessary additional information prior to construction.

The project will move forward to construction only when, and if, regulators are satisfied that discharges will comply with provincial requirements and therefore will not cause significant adverse effects downstream from the mine and to the Unuk River.

The certificate conditions were developed following consultation and input from Aboriginal groups, government agencies, including the State of Alaska, communities and the public.

The project will require various federal, provincial and local government permits to proceed. The Environmental Assessment Office will co-ordinate compliance management efforts with other government agencies to ensure that the office is satisfied that certificate conditions are met.

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The 55 plus seniors bonspiel took place at the Burns Lake Curling Club from March 26-27. There were eight teams in total, two from Fraser Lake and two from Houston and four local teams. The winner of the A event was the Bill Sullivan rink, second in the A event was Gerald Eckland rink, winner of the B event was Scottie Fields rink, second in B winner was Arnold Amonson. Winner of the C event was Wayne Larsen rink , second in the C event was John Thiessen rink. A dinner banquet was held for everyone on Thursday night. This funspiel was sponsored by the age friendly grant through the Village of Burns Lake multi plex and Zone 11 Seniors grant.

Rules clarified for driving lane Drivers must vacate the left lane when a vehicle comes up behind them, unless they are passing another vehicle, avoiding debris on the road, allowing traffic to merge from the right, preparing to turn left or passing an official vehicle stopped on the highway.

That will be the rule any time when the speed limit is 80 km/h or higher and traffic is moving at more than 50 km/h, under changes coming to the Motor Vehicle Act. Hogging the left lane and holding up traffic is already a ticket offence, but one that police found difficult to enforce due to the wording of the legislation, said Transportation Minister Todd Stone.

The fine continues to be $109 for unnecessary use of the left lane.

Stone said slow drivers in the left lane are a big frustration, prompting drivers to pass on the right, which is also illegal. The changes are not intended to encourage people to exceed the speed limit in the left lane, he said.

Amendments tabled in the B.C. legislature Monday also aim to clarify the province's roadside driving prohibition law, after court challenges. That law gives police powers to impound vehicles and suspend driving privileges for up to 90 days after a driver blows a "warn" or "fail" level of blood alcohol on a roadside screening device.

The "immediate roadside prohibition" program took effect in 2010, effectively replacing most impaired driving charges with administrative penalties, including a three-day driving ban and a $200 administrative fee for those who register between 0.05 and 0.08, if the police officer has reason to believe the driver is impaired.

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Burns Lake Bantam Bruins placed fourth in the Bantam Tier 4 B.C. provincial championship in Fraser Lake. The Bruins beat the host team and Houston, but lost to Windermere Valley 8 to 3, Whistler 7 to 2 and Revelstoke 6 to 5.

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The first Lakeside Multiplex men's and women's squash tournament came to an end on March 22, 2015. (L) Pat Dube took the first place in the men's category, and Jason Gudjonson came in second. Mary Hawes took the first place in the women's category, and Patti Dube (R) came in second. The tournament started on Feb. 1, 2015, and had a total of 23 participants. Winners received a $100 gift certificate from either Blue Jay Sports or Woods N' Water, and second places received a onemonth membership at the Lakeside Multiplex.

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Village Recreation received an Age Friendly Grant for Seniors . Our Fitness program, Gym, Soap Making Classes, Spring Card with Magnet Making Classes, and much more will be FREE April 2015 for Seniors 60+.

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Seniors’ Soap making Class, Tuesday, April 7th, 2015, 1:00-3:00pm at the Lakeside Multiplex.

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Starting April l0th, 2015 Indoor Playspace will re-open from 1:00-2:30pm every Friday with a new set of toys and activities for all the kids to enjoy. We hope this change will allow more kids and parents to enjoy this awesome free program!

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

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Taking questions for the first time about the sudden cancellation of former cabinet minister George Abbott's appointment to lead the commission, Clark said she doesn't know yet if the organization will continue. She emphasized that having only 50 out of 200 B.C. First Nations involved, and painfully slow progress with those, is not enough.

"There have been some results, but four treaties in 22 years for $600 million is not enough result," Clark said. "We have to be able to move faster, and we have to find a way to include more First Nations in the process."

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NDP leader John Horgan said the B.C. government's sudden decision to leave a key position vacant is a violation of trust with aboriginal communities and Ottawa, which provides the cash for treaty settlements. B.C. provides Crown land once claimed territories are defined.

"I don't disagree with those who suggest the treaty process can be revitalized," Horgan said. "You don't do it by blowing it up without talking to your partners."

Pierre and others have expressed their own frustrations with the slow pace of progress, particularly from Ottawa. Treaty deals involving a share of salmon runs were put on hold for years while the federal government held an inquiry into the state of Fraser River sockeye runs.

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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.

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Southside Health & Wellness Centre: April 2015. Chair yoga every Tues. & Fri. 10-11am. Walk club, starting this month ‘til June - Tues. early bird 8:15am - Thurs. later bird 3:30pm. Soup and bannock day April 22, noon, all welcome. Foot care, all day by appt., Apr. 9, 16 & 23. The mobile Mammogram Unit will be on site June 4 & 5. More info (250) 694-3270.

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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

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OLD LANDMARKS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP At Muriel Mould Primary School

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

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

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.

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

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

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Burns Lake Community Church Lakes Learning Centre 10:30 am

Pastor John Neufeld 250-692-7949

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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

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to keep drinking that’s your business - if you want to quit drinking that’s our business. Burns Lake meetings: Tue. & Sat. 7:30pm Immaculatta Church. Women’s group meets Wed., 108 - 2nd avenue at 7:30pm. For info. or transportation call (250) 6929104 / (250) 692-3024 / (250) 698-7325 Only requirement for AA is a desire to stop drinking.

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

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NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 26 March 2015

Reservoir Elevation: 851.56m (2793.85 ft.)

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing affecting “Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Zoning Bylaw No. 700, 1993� will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 6:30 P.M. at the Hospital Point Community Hall, 2411 Hospital Rd, Southbank, B.C. “Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Zoning Bylaw No. 700, 1993� is proposed to be amended by Bylaw No. 1730 to amend the Civic/Institutional (P1) Zone to also allow the development of a number of multiple family dwellings containing a combined total of up to 12 dwelling units. The dwellings are proposed to be used for seniors housing.

The subject property is located at 2411 Hospital Rd at Hospital Point, approximately 800 metres northwest of the Southside ferry landing, and is legally described as “Lot B, District Lot 716, Range 4, Coast District, Plan 1379�. The application area is shown cross-hatched and labelled “Application Area� on the map below.

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

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.

Information 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 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

Obituaries

Frank Daniel Strimbold

December 17, 1939 - March 20, 2015 Friday morning, March 20, 2015, Frank Daniel Strimbold passed away peacefully in the Burns Lake Hospital after a long struggle with cancer.

He was 75 years old.

Born on December 17, 1939 to a pioneering family (since 1906), Frank never lived far from home.

He was a noticeable À[ture of the 7opley community, perhaps best known for Angus Cattle, drinking coffee and his ability to talk to anyone.

Unassuming, Frank was a farmer, in gumboots, a Mack jacket and his baseball cap always slightly off-side.

Of course, Frank was more. A lover of local history, e[otic birds and a good joke. He worked in the bush and later drove school bus. He farmed cattle and raised a family of si[ children with his “school sweetheart� Dianne (Roberts) Strimbold who he married in 1963.

Frank was heavily involved in the cattle industry for over 50 years. He spent 20 years as a Director of the BC Angus Association, including chair, and represented BC from 2006-12 with the Canadian Angus Association. He and his family participated in 4-H, winning numerous awards with their Angus stock. He and Dianne served as leaders of the 7opley 4-H Club and the Bulkley 9alley 4-H Senior Council.

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At the Public Hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present a written submission respecting matters contained in the bylaw that is the subject of the Public Hearing.

Written submissions sent by mail to P.O. Box 820, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0; by fax to (250) 692-1220; or by e-mail to inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca must be received by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako no later than Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. to be ensured of consideration at the Public Hearing.

The Public Hearing on Bylaw No.1730 will be chaired by the Director or Alternate Director for Electoral Area E as a delegate of the Board. A copy of the Board resolution making the delegation, copies of the proposed bylaws and other relevant information may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako between the hours of 8:30 A.M. - 12:00 noon and 1:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from April 1 to April 14, 2015. A copy of the proposed bylaws and other relevant information will also be made available at the Burns Lake Public Library.

For further information please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Planning Department at 250-6923195 or 1-800-320-3339.

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Frank also avidly supported the sport of crosscountry skiing he was involved e[tensively with the Omineca Ski Club in Burns Lake and served as sport advisor to the BC Winter Games. Frank also spent 12 years as a Director on the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (Houston Rural).

Since his passing, many have e[tended condolences. Most often we’ve heard: “Frank Strimbold was a kind and generous man. He will be dearly missed.� Indeed, Frank leaves behind his wife, Dianne, his si[ children: 7anya (husband Monty and grandson 7aylor) Lia (husband Brent and grandchildren Shea 7ori) 7ony (wife Gina and grandchildren Kian & Daria); Monica (husband 3hil and grandson Leo); 7odd; Nick (wife 7ammy). Frank will also be missed by a large e[tended family including his sister Linda Bremner (husband Lee) and a legion of friends.

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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 Zith an $$ žnish on loZ 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.

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The successful candidate will hold a B& Assayer’s &ertižcate or a diploma in analytical chemistry or, a minimum of žve 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 beneĹľts 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.

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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.

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Services 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:

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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.

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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.

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

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.

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 beneĹľts 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.

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The Houston Flyers thank the following sponsors and community members for their support in helping us travel to the provincial championships in Kimberley, B.C.

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase, lease and finance of a 2015 Silverado 1500 Double Cab 1WT (G80/B30/H2R) equipped as described. Freight ($1,695) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * $10,000 is a combined total credit consisting of a $4,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Silverado Light Duty Double Cab, $1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive), a $2,420 manufacturer to dealer Option Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty (1500) Double Cab 1LT equipped with a True North Edition and a $2,080 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) on Silverado Light Duty (1500) Double Cab LS Chrome Edition, LT and LTZ, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $2,080 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ‡ Based on Vincentric 2014 Model Level Analysis of full-size pickups in the Canadian retail market. ‡‡ The Chevrolet Silverado HD received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among large heavy-duty pickups in the proprietary J.D. Power U.S. 2014 Initial Quality Study.SM Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. †† 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 pickups models delivered in Canada between April 1st – April 30th 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); $1000 credit available on all Chevrolet Silverado’s. 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. 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 April 1st – April 30th 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, 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. † MyLink functionality varies by model. Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth® and smartphone, and USB connectivity for some devices. **Lease based on a purchase price of $30,902/$33,857 (including $4,500/$3,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit, a $1,000/$1,000 manufacturer to dealer Option Package Discount Credit and a $893 Owner Cash) for a Silverado 1500 Double Cab 1WT (G80/B30/H2R) and Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 1WT (G80/B30/H2R).Bi-weekly payment is $135/$145 for 24 months at 0.0% APR, and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $2,250 down payment is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $9,271/$9,796, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $21,631/$24,061. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may notbe combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice.<> U.S. government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). + Based on wardsauto.com 2014 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive information available at time of posting. Excludes other GM vehicles.

5-year/160,000 kilometre Powertrain Limited Warranty, whichever comes first. See dealer for details. ~ 2015 Silverado 1500 with available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 12.7 L/100 km combined (4x2) and 13.0 L/100 km combined (4x4). Fuel-consumption ratings based on GM testing in accordance with the new 2015 model-year Government of Canada approved test methods.

Refer to vehicles.nrcan.gc.ca for details. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2014 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive information available. Competitive fuel-consumption ratings based on 2014 Natural Resources Canada’s Fuel Consumption Guide. Excludes other GM vehicles. ††† 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. ^ The 2-Year Scheduled LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet vehicle (excluding Spark EV) with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the Oil Life Monitoring System and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four lube-oil-filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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