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Village withdraws from RDBN function

Facade program Four properties in Burns Lake’s downtown core will be getting a facelift this year with financial assistance from the village’s business façade improvement program. .

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By doing so the village will be independent and hold its own shares

Grant in aid

MICHAEL RIIS-CHRISTIANSON The Village of Burns Lake has withdrawn from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) Chinook Community Forest economic development function.

The decision will result in each local government assuming independent responsibility for legal and other costs associated with creation of a corporate entity to hold the new community forest tenure. It will, according to a village spokesman, also allow each organization to hold its own shares in the yetto-be-created company, and appoint its own directors to the latter’s board.

Burns Lake mayor Luke Strimbold communicated the municipality’s decision to the regional district in a March 25 letter. In that document, he also stated council would not approve adoption of the Chinook Community Forest Economic Development Service Establishing Amendment Bylaw No. 1728, which proposed a slight change in how money for setting up the community forest corporation would be generated.

Last December, the regional district board adopted the Chinook Community Forest Economic Development Service Establishing Bylaw No. 1714, which authorized the creation of an economic development “service” for the purpose of “making contribution towards the cost of creating a community forest corporation or community ...see CHINOOK

At its April 16 meeting, the regional district’s board of directors agreed to provide $10,000 and $3550, respectively, to the Grassy Plains Community Hall and the Tchesinkut Lake Watershed Society.

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Caution when burning The Northwest Fire Centre is encouraging the public to exercise caution with any outdoor burning activities, due to an increased wildfire risk.

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Close to 200 people packed the Margaret Patrick Memorial on Monday to listen to representatives from the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission. Sean Turner, Chief Operating Officer for Gladstein, Neandross & associates is a consultant for clean transportation and energy, demonstrated what liquid gas is. More on page 2.

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Program helps beautify Burns Lake

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Four properties in Burns Lake’s downtown core will be getting a facelift this year with financial assistance from the village’s business façade improvement program.

The Philip Sensenig Building located at 343 Highway 16 (formerly known as the Wrightway Building), the Burns Lake Laundromat (447 Highway 16), the Evergreen Mall (321 Highway 16), and FYI Eye Care (310 Highway 16) will each receive up to $5000 for façade improvements in 2015.

According to village Chief Administrative Office Sheryl Worthing, the majority of applicants “plan on painting or installing new siding and/or brick.” Many, she added, are also adding new windows and trim.

To receive the full $5000 grant, property owners must spend at least $10,000 on façade improvements. Worthing said this year’s approved projects range in value from $11,000 to $30,000.

The Evergreen Mall, one of the buildings slated for upgrading in 2015, is owned by 773413 BC Ltd. and has already undergone extensive improvements.

Lakes District file photo Jennifer McPhail, one of the company’s principals, said last week the grant will help complete Lakes District Printing took advantage of the facade program last year and got a face life to their Phase II of the upgrade, which involves updating building. the building’s windows, doors, and other exterior fixtures, as well as “matching the same front look as what was completed on the other side.

“The grant itself just helps justify the expense of finishing the renovations now versus two years from now, when I was originally thinking of finishing it off,” explained McPhail. “The cost to complete such a renovation that we are undertaking is quite costly, so any grant, no matter how big or small, helps.

“I’m super excited to get it done, as it would make this whole building complete and finishes the look we are going for.”

While pleased to hear that her application had been approved, McPhail described the process as a “long, drawn out” one.

“I assumed in the end I wouldn’t quality due to yet another interpretation, but it all worked in my favour,” she explained. “I would tell anyone to keep asking, and asking, and asking, and at some point, it will work out in your favour – at least it did in my case.”

The Downtown Burns Lake Façade Improvement Program is made possible with an annual grant of $20,000 from the Northern Development Initiative Trust. Prior to this year, six businesses had received grants totaling approximately $30,000.

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The sacredness of the land

Land sales leave lingering odour

I really hope you had the chance to watch the documentary Line in the Sand that is premiering across Northern B.C. In this remarkable film, two friends - Tomas Borsa and Jean Philippe Marquis, Vancouverbased journalists – travel along the proposed path of Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline hearing the voices of people who would be directly affected by this project. In 2010, Enbridge Inc. proposed to build a port, an oil storage facility and a crude oil pipeline connecting the British Columbian coast to the heart of Alberta.

In June, 2014, the Canadian government accepted Enbridge’s proposal, but imposed 209 conditions recommended by the National Energy Board.

In the film, the impacts of the proposed pipeline are explained through the perspective of people who live along the path of the project (including Burns Lake) such as farmers, families, activists and First Nations. These are people that have either not been consulted by Enbridge, or have had their concerns swept under the rug. According to Borsa, Enbridge has had an “incredibly cavalier attitude in dealing with people’s concerns.”

“There has been an air of entitlement and general arrogance in their tone [Enbridge] during town hall meetings, and their marketing campaign to sell the merits of the project has been similarly patronizing and dishonest in the eyes of a lot of observers,” he said. “Instead of addressing concerns, they’ve shown a tendency to just discredit the person asking the question, and have tried to brand themselves as green, environmentally-friendly stewards of the land.

That seems to have backfired, and a lot of people are asking more questions than ever.”

Burns Lake resident John Phair, who is interviewed during the film, says that the Northern Gateway would not create a great deal of jobs in the area. Robert Charlie, former chief of the Burns Lake Band, speaks about the lack of Aboriginal consultation, adding that he thinks many people of the Burns Lake Band would be prepared for a fight if this project moves forward.

But maybe what’s most impressive about this documentary is that it shows so explicitly the relationship that many people in B.C. – both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal – have with the land. The film shows the distinct connection to the land that many people – especially in bigger centres - seem to have forgotten.

When you hear people expressing their feelings during the film, it is clear that they are not simply concerned about the quality of their water. They genuinely care about the land, the fish, the birds, the trees and the wildlife. These people consider their land sacred, and they are willing to protect it with their lives. Not because they feel entitled to the land, but because they feel that they are protecting something greater than themselves. And that is a very evolved way of thinking.

I only understood this strong connection with the land after watching this documentary.

Being raised in the city did not give me many opportunities to feel connected to nature, to see its intrinsic beauty, and certainly not even to understand the interdependency of all things.

Many people and corporations are still unaware of that connection, and therefore do not understand the implication of their decisions. Enbridge has been treating the voices of many people as if they do not matter, when in fact, what these people have to say goes beyond the effects of this pipeline. These people are talking about respecting nature and the sacredness of all things. And that is an essential lesson to be learned.

With global warming beginning to show its effects, and when our very own survival as a species is at risk, what could be more important and more urgent to be understood?

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The B.C. Liberal government’s sale of Crown properties to help balance its election budget was the dominant story in the legislature last week, as the NDP revealed evidence of a “fire sale” that may have left millions on the table.

They started with Burke Mountain, the biggest single deal involving 14 view properties in Coquitlam.

The buyer was a prominent developer whose array of companies happened to donate nearly $1 million to the B.C. Liberal Party since 2000.

The $85 million price tag was similar to the B.C. Assessment Authority value on these forested properties, but an outside appraisal concluded they could have fetched an additional $43 million if they had spent more time on the hot Lower Mainland real estate market.

(This sale made headlines last fall for the province’s $8 million buyout of the local First Nation’s undefined territorial claim, when it was revealed the chief of the tiny Kwikwitlem First Nation pocketed an $800,000 commission.)

The government’s defence of the sale went from wobbly to weak. Citizens’ Services Minister Amrik Virk was caught flat-footed and tried to get by on platitudes rather than retreat and find some answers.

Premier Christy Clark weighed in, arguing that the budget would have balanced without the property sale, and that some sales closed too late to help the election-year budget. Finance Minister Mike de Jong stressed that all these asset sales were detailed in three successive budgets. They downplayed the notion of land sales being rushed.

Then the NDP produced a string of emails sent between senior officials responsible for selling two big properties across the street from the legislature.

“To be part of the sale and development of over eight acres of Victoria’s beautiful inner harbour area is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. An opportunity that normally would warrant years of planning and preparation,” wrote one citizens’ services bureaucrat. “Unfortunately we don’t have unlimited time – our goal is to have For Sale signs up by Oct. 31 with sales proceeds in the bank by March 31, 2013.”

Then came a disclosure about a property in Surrey that had been bought as a potential hospital site. Once the existing hospital was expanded, that property was declared surplus. Indeed, de Jong featured this property to promote the government’s plan to stimulate local economies with private sector investment on unused land.

The Surrey deal closed for $20.5 million on March 21, 2014, just days before the end of the fiscal year. NDP leader John Horgan pointed to an outside appraisal of $23.5 million, and an assessment for tax purposes of $27.2 million.

The appraiser also recommended that the “highest and best use” for the Surrey land was to hold it until had been rezoned for commercial, retail or office development.

De Jong cited another big health property in Vancouver that sold for more than its appraised and assessed value. It’s only the actual market that determines worth, he insisted.

But it’s now clear that these and perhaps other sales were done with arbitrary deadlines that had everything to do with the B.C. Liberals’ need to balance the books. When elections are a battle of sound bites, perception matters more than reality.

It’s also worth recalling that the budget deficits prior to the 2013 election were largely a result of the B.C. government’s costly undoing of the harmonized sales tax, rather than the harsh forces of international finance.

Surplus asset sales have a long tradition in B.C., where the government owns more than 90 per cent of all land. But after this round, full disclosure will be demanded.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Village will partner in application to fund the Chinook economic development function and will consent to the change. The amendment bylaw, which will remove the municipality as a participant in the Chinook economic development function, will be brought to the RDBN board April 30.

“In the meantime,” added Berndorff in his memo, “there would be no taxation for 2015 (for this service). Costs would be covered by grants or grants-in-aid from areas B and E.” In 2014, the regional district incurred $20,076 in legal expenses in relation to set-up of the Chinook Community Forest. This year, the regional district estimates it will spend an additional $29,924.

Political reaction to the village’s decision was mixed. Bill Miller, director for Electoral Area B, declined to comment on the matter at this time. However, Electoral Area E director Eileen Benedict expressed some misgivings.

“My concern with the village pulling out of this function is the costs to the taxpayers,” she said. “As a rural director, I feel that having one entity working on the set-up of this function only makes sense. The costs double when both the regional district and the village are paying for lawyers and staff time.”

Mayor Strimbold doesn’t agree.

“The Village of Burns Lake and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako legal counsels have been and will continue to collaborate where possible,” he said. “For example, it is anticipated that we can partner on the application to the municipal inspector, which in turn will save both of us costs. However, there are some issues that need independent legal advice, because the Village of Burns Lake is governed by the Community Charter, and the regional district is governed by the Local Government Act.” Strimbold concluded by saying that the municipality’s decision to withdraw from the Chinook economic development function in no way reflects its level of support for the new community forest.

“Council is very supportive of participating in Chinook Community Forest,” he stressed. “This decision in no way impacts our relationships with all the shareholders of Chinook Community Forest. Council has signed the license application.”

The Chinook Community Forest is an area-based tenure with an Allowable Annual Cut (AAC) of 150,000 m3. It is a partnership with the Burns Lake Band, Lake Babine Nation, Cheslatta Carrier Nation, Wet’suwet’en First Nation, Skin Tyee Nation, Nee Tahi Buhn and the Village of Burns Lake and RDBN.

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forest limited partnership, or both, in the service area.”

The bylaw also authorized the regional district to collect taxes for ServiceS for SeniorS... This program offers this purpose in electoral areas B (Burns Lake Rural) and E (Fransupport services to help seniors with non-medical day-to-day tasks. cois/Ootsa Lake Rural), as well as the Village of Burns Lake. The eligibility maximum annual tax requisition under the bylaw “is the greater of • 65 years or older • Living independently • Resides in Burns Lake $113,000, or the amount equal to the amount that could be raised ServiceS AvAilAble by a property value tax rate of $0.25 per $1,000 applied to the net • Friendly visits • Transportation taxable value of land and improvements in the service area.”

• Housekeeping • Grocery Shopping In an interview last week, Strimbold suggested the decision to • Light yard work / snow removal • Information / Referral Services withdraw from the regional district’s Chinook economic develfee for Service opment function was prompted by council’s desire to have direct Services are provided free by volunteers with the exception representation on the Chinook Community Forest board. of light housekeeping.

“Council has chosen to withdraw because we want to hold our To reGISTer or to BOOK for services please contact us. own shares in the company rather than the regional district holdLakes District ing our portion of the shares in Chinook Community Forest,” he Community Services Society explained. “This allows the Village of Burns Lake to appoint a 132 - B Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake director to the Chinook Community Forest board of directors.

Phone: (250) 692 7577 • E-mail: sheri.peebles@ld-cs.ca www.lakesdistrictcommunityservices.ca “Council looked at several options with the regional district and determined the option to hold our share independently is in the best interest of municipal taxpayers.”

There seems to be some confusion Strimbold added it’s appropriate that “village taxpayers pay with a new Real Estate service for municipal legal costs, and regional district taxpayers pay for provider in our area. Be advised that regional district legal costs.” He indicated that to date, the municipality has spent approximately $5700 on legal costs associated with establishment of the new community forest, but doesn’t is the Managing Broker/Owner of expect they’ll total more than $10,000.

Each local government, he noted, has its own legal counsel investigating the matter.

Strimbold downplayed the impact Burns Lake council’s deciTHANK YOU sion will have on the Chinook economic development function.

“The fact that the village is not participating in the function OUR LOOK TO E FOR means that the village will hold its own shares, will not be reG A R E K BRO R REAL sponsible for regional district legal costs, and will be responsible ALL YOU UIRIES. Q for its own legal fees associated with getting Chinook CommuESTATE IN nity Forest operational.”

Highway 16, Burns Lake• 250-692-7288 Hans Berndorff, financial administrator for the regional district, To view all our listings visit: deferred comment on the village’s decision, saying “discussions www.remax.ca or www.realtor.ca are continuing, and it is too soon to comment.” When asked to elaborate on the substance of those discussions, he stated they “are not related to the Box 480, Highway 16, Burns Lake village wanting to withdraw from the service.”

It appears, however, that the municipality’s Doug 250-692-7692 • Henry 250-692-6710 • Office 250-692-7288 decision will necessitate changes in the ChiThis 188 acre Lakeshore living at Here is the best of nook economic develparcel of land has both worlds! 6 acres its finest. This one of New ListiNg of healthy forested much to offer.

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Selling collecting taxation in with the spectacular Wood floors on the main young conifers for view and peaceful floor lead to a European 2015 to specifically future generations. the property. Wildlife, birds and fish frequent the area. atmosphere this home style kitchen and a very The Bulkley River A comfortable and solid 1500 sq ft home offering 4 offset its Chinook setoffers. Hosting 9’ bright upstairs featuring meanders through bedroom, 1 bathroom RE/MAX ceilings, 4 bedrooms, a balcony off the master up costs. $ the lower portion of bedroom. custom kitchen. $380,000.00 169,900.00 $249,000.00 “The Village of Franchise L88 acres with the Endako Upper 9th Ave., Burns Lake council has Located on a quiet River flowing through a adjacent to trails.

New ListiNg family oriented New ListiNg corner of the property. The Private, fenced decided that it wants street in Burns Lake.

Office downstairs living area has backyard with deck and Features a fenced to own its Chinook almost 900 square feet storage shed. Entire backyard and has of open-concept living/ property is landscaped.

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The front dining/eating area with The home offers oneentry has unique rock of through the RDBN,” 14’ vaulted ceilings. There floor living with laundry Store front work that enhances are 7 spacious bedrooms facilities, 2 bedrooms, Berndorff explained the curb appeal of and 5 bathrooms with up-to-date electrical and plumbing. There is a 2 bathrooms, and a large living/dining/kitchen area. Hardwood floors, French in an April 14 memo reverse-osmosis water treatment system. New fencing and cross-fencing this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. An affordable option for a doors, tubular skylights, oak cabinets in a custom kitchen provide beauty and first time buyer. with a 60 foot, 6’ high breaking pen especially suited for horses. convenience. Lower floor invites family living with 2 more bedrooms, 3-pc bath, Market to the regional district $ $ rec room, workshop and a utility room. $229,000.00 99,900.00 289,000.00 board. “As a result, it Share Enjoy country living wants to withdraw from Awesome 9-acre Fa n t a s t i c near town on 2/3 of property that is fenced building lot with the Chinook Commuand cross-fenced, and an acre. This roomy 4 fabulous view completely set up for bedroom home has to a southern nity Forest service that Maximum small livestock.

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1288 sq ft home has wall coverings give a Near the end of a completely finished other set-up costs for laundry and storage areas. A natural gas & wood warm country feel to a quiet street with Chinook. This would combination heating system offers economical this home. There is a heat for the household. This home is priced to sell full basement with a upper floor, and a partially finished walk-out basement, which includes 5 undeveloped lots surrounding. This is a winner.

TO View all Our bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It has a large wrap-around deck with a view require an amendment and will be great for your growing family. large entertainment $ $ 13,900.00 lisTings VisiT: $ 169,900.00 room and spacious of Rose Lake. to the service estab112,000.00 lishment bylaw, which Unique 2 bedroom, 1 A unique home Babine Lake in Northern interior www. bathroom home with partial situated on 0.63 would need the consent of BC is home to some of the basement, situated on 0.38 acres can be finest sport fishing and hunting in of an acre of level landscaped remax.ca of two-thirds of the parsummer retreat the Province. Check out this 1.8 village lot located on upper or year round 8th Avenue. The backyard acres property with approx 180 ft ticipants as well as the dwelling. Located is partially fenced. South Or of Lakeshore tucked away in the portion of property backs on the sunny south RDBN board approval.

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Donations Update • Canadian Cancer Society, Daffodil Extravaganza 2015; and • Terry Fox Foundation, Community Event at the Francois Lake Hall.

Thank you to all of the volunteers of non-profit organizations.

So far, over $86,000 has been donated to outdoor recreation, service clubs, sports teams and events in the Lakes District this year.

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WELDERS IN THE MAKING

Four students are able to attend a welding program locally at the College of New Caledonia during their second semester. (L-R) Bryce Gray, Brandon Strizich, Dawson Bjorgan and Tristan Puglas. Students earn credit towards their B.C. Dogwood (Grade 12 graduation) while taking the first year of a trade. Students are eligible to apply for the Career and Technical Centre program after they have completed Grade 10. Students can graduate from high school and already have a budding apprenticeship. It is a great opportunity for students.

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Loonie Auction to help raise money for Cancer treatment

April 22, 23 and 24 at the Lake Babine Hall during Bingo to help

Candice George She is single mother from Burns Lake, who is in her early 20s. She has recently been diagnosed with cancer and has to move to Prince George for treatment.

This young woman has three small children and the funds raised from this loonie auction will help support her and her family during these trying times.

There is no time frame to say when or if she can return to Burns Lake. The donation you can contribute to this loonie auction would be greatly appreciated.

Candice and her children could use whatever assistance you could give to help alleviate any additional stress from her life.

Thank you for your support.

Please call Judy French for donation pick up at 250-692-7530 or cell 250-692-9842

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

MICHAEL RIIS-CHRISTIANSON The Village of Burns Lake has applied for nearly $3 million in federal funding to assist with upgrades to the Eighth Avenue and Center Street corridor.

At its regular meeting April 14, council gave formal support to a pair of applications to the gas tax Strategic Priorities Fund, one for road rehabilitation in the Eighth Ave Center Street corridor, the other for storm sewer works.

Village chief administrative officer (CAO) Sheryl Worthing said after the meeting that the municipality hopes these applications will generate $2,833,039 of the estimated $3,078,699 required to complete Phase 1 of the corridor project. The village, she said, has approximately $200,000 of its own funds set aside for the work, which will involve upgrading the existing water main and connections in the area, examining the sewer main and repairing it as required, and adding storm drains, curbs, gutters, and new sidewalks.

When subsurface work is complete, said Worthing, the associated roads will be repaved.

The 8th Ave./Center Street Corridor Project has been planned for some time, and will address long-standing infrastructure issues.

“The water main is nearing end of life, storm drains along with curb and gutters are needed to properly control runoff water, and the asphalt is past end of life,” Worthing explained.

The project is expected to take seven months. The village’s

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Two local organizations will receive grants-in-aid totaling more than $13,500 from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.

At its April 16 meeting, the regional district’s board of directors agreed to provide $10,000 and $3550, respectively, to the Grassy Plains Community Hall and the Tchesinkut Lake Watershed Society.

The Grassy Plains Community Hall organization will use its grant to assist with the cost of hiring live entertainment for the Southside’s annual summer festival in July. Festival organizers have also applied for a provincial community gaming grant of $11,325, but according to applicant Jan Owens, they “will not know the results until May, which is far too late to try to book bands for July.”

Funding allocated to the Tchesinkut Lake Watershed Society will help defray the cost of water testing there.

Society director Ron Miller, who submitted the funding application, said the group hopes to purchase “some equipment to measure pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, and conductivity

of the water of Tchesinkut Lake.” The group also wants to send some samples of lake water for chemical and bacterial analysis, as Tchesinkut is a source of domestic water for many area residents.

“Our society was started in 2000,” Miller stated in the application. “Since that time, no water studies have been conducted (on Tchesinkut Lake).”

Miller went on to note that the mountain pine epidemic destroyed many trees in the watershed and resulted in some logging there.

“Because of higher density of humans and livestock (in the watershed), we would like to study the water quality and make sure it is safe for human consumption,” he explained. “The lake is used for recreation, fishing, boating, and sailing. These activities rely on a good water source, and that is what we are trying to provide and also protect.”

Both the Grassy Plains Community Hall and the Tchesinkut Lake Watershed Society operate within Electoral Area B (Francois/Ootsa Lake Rural) of the regional district, which is represented by director Eileen Benedict.

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CAO said that due to the amount of grant funding required, the Grassy Plains Community Hall start date is yet to be determined.

Dinner starts at 5:30pm She didn’t rule out the possibility that the municipality may borrow money to complete the work. “(It) depends on the grant Adults $12.00 money received,” she said.

Children 5-12 $8.00 If borrowing is necessary, the village should be able to service Tickets available from 4-H members the debt. “We have one outstanding sewer loan for $125,000, or cell 250-694-3566 or text 250-692-9671. which means we have virtually no debt and our liability servicBack by popular demand! ing limit is very high,” said Worthing.

Our hugely popular A recent report to council by director of finance Bernice Crossman corroborates Worthing’s statement. In that document, CrossBake Sale Auction man indicates that Burns Lake’s current liability servicing limit Dance to follow dinner – the maximum amount the municipality can borrow as set by Kick up your heels to the music of the BC’s Municipal Finance Authority – is $8.7 million.

Tweedsmuir Fiddlers Any loan authorization bylaw proposed by council would, Crossman noted, be subject to elector accent.

The Strategic Priorities Fund is one of the key funding initiatives established under the renewed Gas Tax Agreement between the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM), the province, and the federal government.

Administered by the UBCM, it proA province wide, safety-oriented project is underway to standardize twovides full or partial funding to strategic way radio communications on forest service roads and some resource investments proposed by local governroads. This project includes standardized signage, new dedicated resource ments and other recipients outside the road radio channels and standardized call procedures.

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Forest industry workers and other road users using mobile radios must have their radios reprogrammed to incorporate the new resource road channels.

It is recommended that road users retain current radio frequencies until they are sure they are no longer required.

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New signs posted on local resource roads indicate which radio channel to use and the calling interval, with drivers required to indicate their direction of travel and their vehicle type. Drivers using mobile radios must call according to the posted channels and call protocols.

All road users are reminded that forest service roads are not radiocontrolled, but radio-assisted. All users should drive safely and according to road and weather conditions.

It is strongly recommended that all resource road users exercise additional caution during this transition period.

Local resource road safety committees have worked together to implement these changes. More information (including radio communications protocols, radio channels, maps and standardized signs) is available online at: www.for.gov.bc.ca/hth/engineering/Road_Radio_Project.htm If you have questions about this project, please contact the Nadina Forest District office (Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations) at 250 692-2200, the website above, or Industry Canada at 1 800 667-3780.

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B.C. government will cover two curative hepatitis C drugs British Columbia is providing public drug plan coverage of two new, often curative, hepatitis C drugs effective as of now announced Minister of Health Terry Lake.

People with hepatitis C will be able to apply for coverage under B.C.'s PharmaCare program of Sovaldi (sofosbuvir) and Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir). These new medications cure about 90 per cent or more of people treated; are easier to take; involve a much shorter course of treatment; and have fewer side effects than older drugs.

"These two new drugs can utterly change the lives of people with hepatitis C for the better," said B.C. Health Minister Terry Lake.

"These drugs represent a significant advance in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C, and more British Columbians affected by this virus now have significantly better odds of becoming free of the disease."

British Columbia and Ontario jointly led negotiations with the drugs' manufacturer through the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA). The alliance's process allows participating provinces and territories to leverage their collective buying power and negotiate better prices for new drugs.

Sovaldi treats hepatitis C genotypes 1, 2, and 3, and was approved for sale by Health Canada in late 2013. Harvoni treats genotype 1, and was approved for sale in late 2014. Many older hepatitis C treatments often have difficult side effects; one such treatment, peginterferon, is injected under the skin as well. Older drugs also have various cure rates for those able to tolerate the side effects.

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Burns Lake has a bylaw in place for open air burning regulations - Bylaw 915, 2010. According to the bylaw, no person may start an open air burning on a parcel of land unless the person holds a valid burning permit. Fire pits do not require a permit as long as they meet all the requirements set out in section 10 of the bylaw.

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Flavio Nienow The Northwest Fire Centre is encouraging the public to exercise caution with any outdoor burning activities, due to an increased wildfire risk.

Burns Lake fire chief Jim McBride said that each year around this time, the Burns Lake Fire and Rescue department receives a “dozen or so calls” from residences that have allowed their grass burning exercise exceed their capacity to control.

“More so with grass burning than any other form of outdoor burning,” he added.

According to McBride, some of the common mistakes people make include burning in high winds, burning prohibited substances, using inadequate firefighting tools and water resources to extinguish fire, and burning with no supervision.

As spring progresses, dead grass dries out quickly in snow-free areas due to wind, lack of precipitation and increased temperatures.

Weather conditions at this time of year are highly unpredictable and can change markedly throughout the day.

Anyone wishing to light an open fire must monitor weather conditions and follow all burning regulations to help reduce the number of preventable, human-caused wildfires.

If an outdoor burn escapes and causes a wildfire, the person responsible may be held accountable for damages and fire suppression costs.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

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Frosted pussy willows Local resident Wren Gilgan captured this fantastic picture one early morning. Burns Lake is having crisp mornings still as we approach the end of April. The weatherman says to expect below zero mornings for a while and more rain.

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Changes will not impact village budget Michael Riis-Christianson Burns Lake’s new fees and charges bylaw alters the cost of some municipal services and adds a few new charges, but according to chief administrative officer Sheryl Worthing, it’s unlikely to have a significant impact on village revenue.

The Corporation of the Village of Burns Lake Fees & Charges Bylaw No. 954, 2015, adopted by council April 14, sets out the fees charged for a variety of municipal goods and services. The list of new or altered fees includes those charged for utility connection, minimum residential monthly metered water service, and some recreation services.

It replaces a similar bylaw passed in 2014. Worthing said changes contained in the new document will not significantly

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“For this update, the revenue generated has no real significance,” she explained. “The changes are mostly housekeeping items and to ensure that we are at least charging for the cost of installing or replacing an item.”

With bylaw #954, council has changed the way it charges property owners wishing to connect to the municipality’s sewer, water, and storm sewer systems. In the past, property owners wishing to access some of these utilities were charged a flat rate for connection, but from now on, they’ll pay a fee equal to the village’s actual installation cost.

Individuals donating a tree, bench, or hanging flower basket to the municipality under the latter’s Legacy program will also pay actual costs for installing these items.

Worthing noted that the minimum monthly metered residential charge for water has also been increased to $18.30/meter. “Council approved a graduated two-year increase for this rate to bring it in line with the non-metered residential rate,” she explained.

Arena users who wish to cancel their ice rentals will also be charged a fee under the bylaw if they fail to give at least 15 days’ notice. Anyone who breaks or damages a squash racquet at the Lakeside Multiplex can expect a fine of $30.

Bylaw #954 also sets out the rental rates for Burns Lake’s curling facility. Renting an hour of ice time will cost $76, while the summer (“dry floor”) rates are $40/hour for recreational users and $80/hour for any other purpose. The drop-in rate charged children is listed at $7.

Worthing indicated the bylaw will likely be updated again in the second quarter of this year, at which time it will have “budget implications.”

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The Colleymount Arena, a facility that hosted memorable hockey games for over 60 years, will be demolished.

Doug Shelford, owner of the building, explained that the arena has become a liability. He said that over the years, the conditions of the arena have been “declining.” Shelford has been responsible for maintaining the facility for the last 10 years.

“I am personally liable and pay taxes,” he said. “This was my

decision since it [the arena] has become unsafe; the wood is old and rotten; you would have to build a whole new structure.”

Built in 1954, the arena was originally named the Nadina Ice Arena. The arena was well used for approximately 25 years for hockey games and recreational skating. Countless hockey games have taken place at the arena between Burns Lake, Houston, Smithers, Hazelton, Vanderhoof, Stellako, South Bank and Fort St. James. In fact, for several years, the Colleymount Arena was the only covered arena north of One Hundred Mile House.

Since construction of the Tom Forsyth Arena in Burns Lake, there hasn’t been much use to the Colleymount Arena.

Shelford said the demolition of the arena will take place this summer. Shelford said the demolition of the arena will take place this summer.

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Tweedsmuir Park Rod and Gun Club 1000 Yard Shoot May 30 & 31.

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2015 Ball Hockey Is Back.

Sign up now, Registration is $50.00. There will be a total of 8 classes starting April 20th, (Every Monday, dependent on soccer schedule).

Ages 6-9 play 5:00-6:00PM. Ages 10-14 play 6:00-7:00PM. Ages 15+ play 7:00-8:00PM.

Age Friendly Grant

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

Indoor Playspace has re-opened 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

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: Walk club, starting this month until June - Tues. early bird 8:15 a.m. - Thurs. later bird 3:30 p.m. More info (250) 694-3270.

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Thought-provoking film discusses Enbridge’s Northern Gateway ‘Line in the Sand’ has been touring across Northern B.C.

time,” said Borsa. “The Northern Gateway is the single most salient and significant marker of that trend in Canada.”

Borsa said the response to the film so far has been “incredibly positive.”

“We received a standing ovation at our premiere screening in Prince George, and a fair number of people have come up to us crying to thank us for making the film,” he said. “It's been humbling, affirming, and overwhelming all at the same time.”

For more information, visit www.lineinthesand.ca, or the project’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ lineinthesandproject.

Flavio Nienow Line in the Sand, a documentary film about the impacts of Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline, is premiering in communities across Northern B.C. Filmed over the course of two years, the documentary tells the story of people who would be directly affected by the Northern Gateway pipeline.

“We wanted to meet the people in the path of the Northern Gateway and learn from others who already had pipelines on their land,” said Co-director and Producer Tomas Borsa.

In 2010, Enbridge Inc. proposed the construction of a 1200-kilometre pipeline from Bruderheim, A.B., to Kitimat, B.C. In June, 2014, the Canadian government accepted the project's proposal, but imposed 209 conditions recommended by the National Energy Board.

“The aim of the film is to illustrate that in addition to the fairly obvious and inevitable physical disruptions inherent in a project of this size, this is a project with significant psychological, cultural and political impacts,” said Borsa.

“Disturbing a place felt to hold spiritual value to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples - is bound to come with some very serious consequences and resistance.”

The screening of Line in the Sand took place in Burns Lake on April 4, 2015, at the Beacon Theatre. The directors were in attendance and answered questions af-

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After watching the film ‘Line in the Sand’ local 10 year old, Lili wrote this letter on what she learned from the film. ter the film. Although a wider release of Line in the Sand will take place in the summer, Borsa said it was important to premiere this documentary in Northern B.C. “We wanted to premiere the film in Northern B.C. as a condition of respect to those impacted by the project [Northern Gateway],” he said. “We wanted to respect the intrinsic link between place and identity felt by many who live in the path of the pipeline by holding the first screenings in the regions in question.”

When asked why this pipeline in particular has raised so much controversy, Borsa explained that the Northern Gateway is the first pipeline of its kind to be proposed in this area of Canada.

“Certain areas of Alberta and Northeastern B.C. are already labyrinths of pipelines,”

he said. “The area that the Northern Gateway would cross is not; it is largely undisturbed, sensitive, and pristine.

A lot of British Columbia's identity is tied to the preservation of that [area].”

“We’ve reached a liminal moment in Canadian history, in which falling oil prices, coinciding with a fall federal election, mean that energy politics will be at the forefront of conversation for quite some

Daffodil Extravaganza April 25 6:00 p.m. Decker Lake Hall. Ukrainian Dinner & Entertainment Call Rhoda for more info 250-692-3690.

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Annual General Meeting Tuesday, April 28th, 2015 7:30 pm at Francois Lake Hall “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 April 30, 2015 ...........RDBN Board Meeting/

SNRHD Meeting May 14, 2015............RDBN Committee Meetings May 28, 2015............RDBN Board Meeting/ SNRHD Meeting June 11, 2015...........RDBN Committee Meetings The Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2014 will be presented for Board review and approval at the April 30, 2015 Board meeting. The Audited Financial Statements are available for inspection at the Regional District office at 37 3rd Avenue, Burns Lake, B.C. during regular business hours from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

Meetings tentatively commence at 10:30 a.m. Please call (250) 692-3195/1-800-320-3339 for further information

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The Store will be closing, but the service department of our business will remain.

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Decker Lake Elementary School will be hosting a

‘READY, SET, LEARN EVENT’

For 3 & 4 year old preschoolers not entering Kindergarten this fall on Friday, May 1st from 1:00 - 2:00 PM in the school library This event will introduce students to DLES and provide parents with helpful information and resources for supporting their child’s learning and development.

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Paul Nichols leads fellow Canadian Forces veterans at the start of cross-country ride at the B.C. legislature Monday.

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TOM FLETCHER Quesnel rancher Paul Nichols kicked off a cross-Canada horseback ride Monday to introduce a new generation of veterans to the public and seek their support.

Nichols, who served with Canadian troops during ethnic warfare in the former Yugoslavia in the 1990s, struggled to control his emotions at a ceremony at the B.C. legislature.

"Our Canadian troops do a hard job for us, and when they choose to transition back into civilian life, some of them struggle and lose their way," Nichols said. "And I can tell you from personal experience that a heartfelt thank-you and timely support from the community during that time of transition can be lifechanging. So my job through this foundation is to put as many Canadian veterans in the saddle as I can."

Accompanied by other B.C. veterans and his wife Terry, a therapeutic riding instructor, Nichols plans to connect with 700 veterans in an eight-month journey ending in St. John's, Newfoundland.

"That awareness will create change, and with that change I believe that we can lower the incidence and severity of post-traumatic stress disorder, lower the incidence of family breakup and I think we can lower the incidence of veteran suicide," Nichols said.

B.C. Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon attended the ceremony to wish the riders well on their journey, offering a stop for hay and food at her ranch in the Nicola Valley.

The ride includes stops in Abbotsford, Chilliwack Hope, Princeton, Summerland, Kelowna, Vernon and Armstrong before continuing into Alberta in May. For more information the ride, and to follow its progress, see their website at www.communitiesforveterans.com.

Enter to win Create Your Canada contest

Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen is inviting students to participate in the Create Your Canada contest for youth in his riding this spring.

Create Your Canada gives students in Grades 11 and 12 an opportunity to learn about how federal legislation is created. Students submit an idea for a bill on an issue that is within federal jurisdiction. Ideas are judged and the winner will get a trip to Ottawa to spend a day with Cullen on Parliament Hill. Cullen will also table the winning submission in Parliament as a private members bill.

“This is an incredibly fun project for students in the riding. Each time we’ve done this, the winners and I, we all had a blast in Ottawa,” Cullen noted about past experiences.

“I hope that students in the riding take up the challenge and submit some creative and inspiring ideas.”

Cullen created and launched the popular high school contest in 2009. Previous winning ideas include banning the mining and export of asbestos in Canada, taxation incentives to encourage ski resorts to offer price breaks to skiers and boarders wearing helmets, and modifying tax law to allow individuals to donate a portion of their tax return to a registered charity by filling out a new section on their tax forms.

A number of MPs in other ridings across Canada are now also running Create Your Canada projects.

For more information about Cullen’s 2015 contest, go to: www.nathancullen.com/createyourcanada.

Southside Health & Wellness Centre: Soup and bannock day April 22, 12:00 noon, all

welcome. More info (250) 694-3270.

Burns Lake COPS: looking for youth to volunteer. For more info contact Ruby Matsko (250) 692-6047 or pick up an application form at the RCMP detachment.

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VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22: Virgo, trust your own instincts when an unusual situation arises. Others will offer advice, but you will be most satisfied if you go with your gut.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23: Libra, a friend reenters your life this week and you are better for it. Enjoy this rekindled friendship and set aside some time to catch up and share a few laughs.

Our town Lakes District Rock and Gem Club will be meeting on May 7 at 7pm at CNC Room 109, new members welcome. For info: (250) 692-7243 or (250) 692-7458.

Tweedsmuir Park Rod & Gun Club 1000 Yard Shoot, May 30 & 31. More info: Dallas (250) 696-3133 / trg1000yrd@ hotmail.com.

Daffodil Extravaganza Apr. 25, 6pm, Decker Lake Hall. Ukrainian Dinner & Entertainment. More Info: Rhoda (250) 6923690.

Burns Lake Slow Pitch meeting. Registration and information. Apr. 30 & May 7 at 7-8pm, CNC Room # 109. More info: Nolan (250) 698-7979.

Francois Lake Hall is looking for donations for their garage sale (May 2) - If you have items to donate call Naida (250) 2515415 & Joan (250) 695-6381.

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CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Capricorn, it is finally time to take a well-deserved rest. Make the most of this time to get some R&R as your schedule might be hectic once more in just a few days.

Computer Repairs, Sales & Training

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

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: Aquarius, put yourself first this week, even if you have a lot of things on your plate. If you’re not at your best, you will not be able to help others, so take some time for yourself.

Phone: 250-692-7773

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PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20: Pisces, an unlikely source provides all of the inspiration you need this week. Be thankful to have such a person in your life.

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20: Aries, now is a great time to take a chance and try something new. Something different may be just what you need to get back in the swing of things.

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.

Home based business Fair. Hosted by the Grassy Plains Community Hall. May 2, 10am - 3pm. More info (250) 220-6087.

Lakes District Kennel Club annual Dog Show. Tom Forsyth Arena, Burns Lake, May 2: 8am - 5pm. May 3: 8am 4pm. Admission is free.

Spring Fling. Bev Hughes Highland Dancers and Sophie Shaffer Dancers will present a night of Highland Celtic dance.

Apr. 30 at 7pm - Multipurpose room at LDSS. Admission by donation.

Free information session for Landlords & Tenants. Apr. 23, 7-9pm Chamber of Commerce, 19+ years of age. Rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants. Email to register: HSRTO@gov.bc.ca Lakes District Fall Fair meeting: Apr. 30, 7pm, Cancer Society Office on the main street.

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Garage Sale Saturday, May 2, 2015

at the Decker Lake Hall, 9:00am - 1:00pm To rent a table at $15.00 call Sharon at 698 7626 or Cecile at 698 7627.

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When Programs Freeze Software is what transforms your computer from a curious box full of circuits and capacitors into a multipurpose tool. There’s software to do your taxes, browsers to navigate the Internet, games to keep you entertained, and many other useful types of software programs. Yet every now and then that program you rely on might lock up.

So what do you do? You could restart the computer, but that takes time and there is a quicker way. All modern forms of Windows have a Task Manager that you can use to shut down programs that are not responding. To get to the Task Manager, press and hold the Ctrl + Alt + Del keys, and select Start Task Manager on the screen that pops up. Under the Application tab should be a list of all running programs. To shut down an unresponsive program, right click on it, click on “End Task“ and the program should shut down. If it does not, click on the Processes tab and look for “dumprep.exe”.

If you see it there, right click on it and select End Process. Dumprep is part of the Windows error dump reporting service, and occasionally it can get stuck itself when a program crashes. Now that you have shut your program down, try starting it again. If it still locks up, you may need to repair or reinstall it.

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SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: Sagittarius, your excitement over an upcoming revelation has you wondering how long you can keep a secret. Hang in there a few more days, and all will work out just fine.

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GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: There’s a lot to accomplish right now, Gemini, but distractions seem to turn up just when you get on track. Try to keep your attention focused on the tasks at hand.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22: Scorpio, be alert at work this week, as a great opportunity may be coming your way and you want to be prepared. Supervisors will like that you’re on your toes.

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21: A big change may be looming, Taurus. Think about leaving your comfort zone and trying an adventure. You never know what the experience will bring.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: You tend to gravitate toward leadership roles, Cancer. That can pack on the pressure, and sometimes you need a break.

Choose this week to stand on the sidelines.

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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

The newly renovated

Omineca Ski

Club Day Lodge IS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL

for meetings, conferences and events.

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

Phone: 250-692-3805

Pastor Steve Swires 250-692-3259

Highway 16 West, Burns Lake, B.C.

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April 24:

Steak Night

To book a rental: please contact

Joan & Jeff Ragsdale

The Legion is hosting a

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Fun Poker

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Lobby Hours: Sun to Thurs: 11am-8:30pm Fri & Sat: 11am-9pm Drive thru: Sun to Thurs: 11am- 9pm Fri & Sat: 11am-9:30pm

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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

248 - 3rd Ave. • Phone: 250-692-3568

Saturday 7:30 p.m.

Sunday 10:00 a.m. ~ Everyone Welcome ~ THE CHURCH OF

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Annual Dart Tournament Starts 7:00 p.m.

April 10

Meat Draws

every Saturday at 3:15 with all the proceeds going to the Lakes District Senior Housing Association

General Meeting

4th Monday of every month.

Next one: April 27, 2015

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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.

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:

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

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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.

Announcements

MAUREEN BUSFIELD Born Aug. 5, 1935 Died Mar. 29, 2015 Proceeded by her daughter, Mandy, January 2006.

Left a sister Betty who lives in Ireland, a husband Anthony and a son Mark, both of Southbank. Three grandchildren - two live in Campbell River, one granddaughter lives in Spain, three great grandchildren - two in Spain, one in Campbell River.

Married for 56 years.

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 APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline April 30, 2015. Please send applications by email to: fbula@langara.bc.ca. More information available online at: www.bccommunitynews.com/ our-programs/scholarship.

BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010

Canadian Cancer Society

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.

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 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

Career Opportunities

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SLS Discharge: 165 m /s Snow pack: 104% long term average Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 38 m3/s Skins Lake Spillway discharge was increased to165 3/s on April 13 2015. This increase to spillway discharge was required for reservoir safety and to minimize the risk of ooding in the Cheslatta and Nechako rivers. The current plan is to increase spillway discharge by 15m 3/s every threedays, or as required to mitigate the risk of ooding.

Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River.

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

THE 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

Career Opportunities

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.

Prince George Nechako Aboriginal Employment Association

Instructors Needed!

Adult Education for the Burns Lake Trades Access Program: English and Math. 8 week term position.

Position to start as soon as possible.

Experienced in teaching adult education at college level would be an asset.

Competitive salary offered.

Please contact Shelley Wall Trades Coordinator 250 692 0055 or email shelleyw@pgnaeta.bc.ca

Lost & Found FOUND: IPHONE at Nourse Creek Falls Sat. April 11, 2015.

Call to describe (250) 859-4859.

Employment Business Opportunities CASH IN now. Breathalyzers now available in vending. Locations available! Immediate cash flow, secured investment, $7,995. Call for information and sample. 1-844-244-8363; info@selfbreathalyzer.ca HIGH CASH producing vending machines. $1.00 vend = .70 profit. All on location in your area. Selling due to illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 for details.

HIP OR knee replacement?

COPD or arthritic conditions?

The disability tax credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg) apply today! Call 1-844453-5372.

Career Opportunities

Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. operates a world-class, high-speed grain export terminal situated in Prince Rupert on the scenic north coast of British Columbia. The Maintenance department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the following position.

Millwright (Industrial Mechanic) The ideal candidate should have a high degree of troubleshooting experience and possess the ability to resolve hydraulic system faults. Experience in fabrication would be a definite asset.

You will be able to demonstrate a superior technical background and have the desire to work in industrial maintenance. Ideally the successful candidate will bring 10 years of experience performing general Millwright duties, with a proven safety and health record. You must hold a valid drivers license and an Interprovincial Red Seal Millwright ticket. Shift work will be required.

Currently the position is paid $41.51/hr, in addition, PRG offers a comprehensive hourly employee benefit program.

A pre-employment medical is required. Interested individuals who want to join a great team are invited to submit their resumes in confidence to us by May 15, 2015: Human Resources Department Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. 1300 Ridley Island Road, Prince Rupert, B.C. V8J 3Y1 or Fax: (250) 627-8541 or email hrops@prgrain.bc.ca Applicants need only apply once. Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

THE DZE L K’ANT FRIENDSHIP CENTRE – HOUSTON PROGRAM OFFICE

is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions:

t 'BNJMZ 4VQQPSU 8PSLFS IST XL t $POOFDUJPOT :PVUI 8PSLFS IST XL The Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre - Houston Program Office is an thriving Urban Aboriginal Organization, offering quality supportive services to community families.

We offer competitive wages, and excellent benefits packages to full time employees. Please email: aecdhouston@gmail.com for full job descriptions.

Please address all resumes to: Annette Morgan, Executive Director Drop off: 3383 11th st Houston, or 1188 Main St Smithers Fax: 250-845-2136 Email: morgan_mayner@hotmail.com Closing Date: Friday April 24, 2015 Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry. Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

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BASE PIOLET-AS350 B2

Arrow Helicopters Inc. is looking for a full time base pilot that will be on our winter heliski schedule and help support the ongoing base commitments. Successful candidate will have AS350 endorsement.

E-mail resume: admin@ arrowhelicopters.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

REGIONAL DISTRICT TRICT OF BULKL BULKLEY-NECHAKO

Economic Development Support Assistant - Student Summer Student, FTE Posted: April 15, 2015 Closes: May 1, 2015

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako will be hiring a summer student in the Regional Economic Development Department.

This is a 16 week position starting on May 11, 2015 and ending on August 28, 2015.

The successful candidate is an energetic, motivated, team player who will assist with economic development projects including administrative duties such as research, information compilation, communication and coordination of projects.

Visit www.rdbn.bc.ca for full job description.

Resumes will be accepted until May 1 and should be addressed to Corrine Swenson, Manager of Regional Economic Development at PO Box 820, Burns Lake BC, V0J 1E0 or email corrine.swenson@rdbn.bc.ca.

TRY A CLASSIFIED AD

MARINE ENGINEERING Officers required for various civilian positions with the Department of National Defence in Victoria and Nanoose Bay, BC. Online applications only through the Public Service Commission of Canada website, Reference# DND14J008698-000051, Selection Process# 14-DND-EAESQ-386803, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications listed and complete the application online: http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/index -eng.htm Le ministère de la Défense nationale recherche des agents de la mécanique navale pour combler divers postes civils à Victoria et Nanoose Bay en Colombie-Britannique.

Nous acceptons uniquement les candidatures posées en ligne au site Internet de la Commission de la fonction publique du Canada, numéro de référence DND14J-008698-000051, numéro du processus de sélection 14-DND-EA-ESQ-386803, Flotte auxiliaire des forces armées canadiennes. Les postulants doivent remplir le formulaire de demande et posséder toutes les qualifications essentielles énumérées. http://jobsemplois.gc.ca/index-fra.htm

Livestock

Homes for Rent

Legal Notices

YEARLING RED Angus bulls for sale.

Different birth weights. 250-845-8562.

HOUSE FOR rent. 2 bdrms, 3 acres, near Endako. Available May 1st. $775 per month.

(250) 696-3202

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 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. 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, May 8, 2015. For more details go to: www.office.burnslake.ca

MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home.

Call today: 1.800.466.1535 or online: www.canscribe.com or email: info@canscribe.com.

Trades, Technical INDUSTRIAL Millwright - Lead Hand. Penticton Lumber reman plant requires Journeyman Millwright with machining, welding, fabrication experience.

Pref. Exp. with European reman machinery, moulders/planers, RF Press, hydraulics, manufacturing. Duties: Maintenance, troubleshooting, inparts. stall/repair, ordering Team player, works unsupervised, provides direction to mtce workers. USWA contract.

Benefits. Starting wage min $26.13 per hour. Fax resume to 250-493-5152 or email mike@gfp.bc.ca.

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

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS. “Spring sales with hot savings!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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

WANTED: FIREARMS, all types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military.

We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. Call 1.866.960.0045 or online: www.dollars4guns.com.

Mobile Homes & Parks

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

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

WHERE DO YOU TURN

Lakes District Museum Job opening.

Collage or University student for four months, starting in May. Apply at the museum.

Monday to Friday. Phone (250) 692-7450

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

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Help Wanted

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

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

Misc. for Sale

Financial Services

*Home-based business opportunity

2 Positions - part time

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Education/Trade Schools

Suites, Lower 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.

Transportation

Boats 2011 PONTOON boat. Tahoe, 24 ft., green and white in colour, 50 hp motor with trailer. In perfect condition. Beanie cover and storage cover. Kept in covered storage. $20,000 (250) 697-6238

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5855 Lake Kathlyn Rd, 4km west of Smithers: 5 bedroom house, 4 room office/studio and 4000 sq ft heated warehouse with 3 phase power on 1.59 acres, fully gated compound, fantastic mountain and lake view.

Would consider house in Smithers as trade equity.

For an appointment to view - call 250-877-3479, serious inquiries only or call Donna Grudgfield at Re/Max Bulkley Valley Realty 250.847.5999

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6929071 PUBLIC NOTICE Request for Proposal for Electrical Contractor

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153 Francois Lake Drive, P.O. Box 788, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Tel: (250) 692-7724 • Fax: (250) 692-7767 • Email: info@blcomfor.com

K1A Timber Supply Analysis Information Package

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.

Notice is hereby given that Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd. will provide the opportunity for Review and Comment regarding Management Plan #3 for Long-Term Community Forest License K1A. The management plan proposes management objectives for each resource value and management activity, and includes a proposed Annual Allowable Cut for K1A. The Regional Manager or designate will consider this plan along with public and First Nations input when he determines a new AAC for K1A.

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 250-6927587.

Proposals in the form of a cover letter with supporting documents marked “Electrical Contract – Confidential� will be accepted until 10:00am, Monday, May 11, 2015 Village of Burns Lake Office #15-3rd Ave, PO Box 570, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

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Burns Lake Community Forest Phone: (250) 692-7724 (227) • Fax: (250) 692-7767 153 Francois Lake Drive, Burns Lake, BC

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Any written comments must be addressed to: Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd. P.O. Box 788, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0 Attention: Kerry Martin, Operations Manager

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WINTER HOURS: HOURS: Mon. to Sat. 11am-10:30pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Mon. to Sat. 11am-10:30pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Sun 4pm - 10pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm) Sun 4pm - 10pm (Kitchen closes at 9pm)

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

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Recycling Depot

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BEVERAGE CONTAINERS & USED ELECTRONICS 258 Highway 16, Phone: 250-692-7948

Hours: Tues. - Sat. 10:30am to 5:00pm

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

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Beautiful flowers at Burns Lake Flowers for all

Kelly Holliday takes a moment to look at the beautiful flowers that Beatrice Anderson from Flowers for All Occasion, planted in her front window of her shop. Anderson said she had lots of compliments and people were happy to see the bright flowers so early. And just when everything was looking so great some rude and selfish person came along and yanked out a bunch of the flowers and bulbs. The bulbs were recovered later and Anderson replanted them.

Michael Riis-Christianson

B.C. encourages young adults to make a will Recent poll suggests 80 per cent of people age 18 to 34 do not have a will Flavio Nienow A province-wide poll conducted for the Society of Notaries Public of B.C. found that 80 per cent of people age 18 to 34 do not have a current and legal will.

While people in that age category may think they don’t need a will, many important life events generally occur during those years that should signal the need for a will such as opening a business, purchasing real estate assets or getting married.

According to a press release by the Ministry of Justice, many people don’t realize that if they die without a will, they are deemed to have died “intestate,” meaning that their estate will be distributed according to the default rules of the wills, estates and succession act (WESA), and not necessarily in accordance with people’s wishes.

The provincial government is now encouraging British Columbians under the age of 40 to make their wills.

The province has proclaimed April 6-12 as “makea-will week.” In addition, the revised WESA came into force March 31, 2014, and lowered the age at which people can make a will from 19 to 16, and simplified the process of making a will.

“No matter what stage of life you find yourself in - you need a will,” said Suzanne Anton, Attorney General and Minister of Justice. “A will is one of the most important documents you will create in your lifetime.”

According to the poll conducted by the Musltel Group on behalf of the B.C. Society of Notaries Public, 49 per cent of adults age 35 to 54 do not have a will. That figure drops to 17 per cent for people age 55 and over. The Mustel Group polled 502 B.C. adults by phone in March 2014.

“You never know when you will need a will; it’s never too early to make a will and it’s never too late,” said Akash Sablok, President of the Society of Notaries of B.C. For those individuals with an existing will, they should consider revising it every five years or more often if significant changes occur in their life, finances, health or family situation. For more information, visit http://www.ag.gov.bc.ca/make-a-will/

Social action theatre is coming to Burns Lake Delena Wiebe, co-chair of the Burns Lake Violence Against Women In Relationships committee, hangs a poster advertising this week’s Street Spirits performances as part of National Victims of Crime Awareness Week - April 19-25. Street Spirits, an internationally recognized theatre company from Prince George, will lead an interactive theatre workshop and performance event here this Thursday and Friday. The events, which feature 7 p.m. performances at Lakes District Secondary School on both days, are sponsored by the Burns Lake Violence Against Women In Relationships (VAWIR) Committee. People who attend the Thursday and Friday shows will be treated to an unconventional entertainment experience. Street Spirits employs the techniques of “Theatre of the Oppressed”, a theatrical form developed in the 1960s by Brazilian theatre practitioner Augusto Boal as a means of promoting social and political change. Not only is audience participation is encouraged, but local residents often determine the production’s theme and content. For more information look for their ad on page 10 of this issue of Lakes District News.

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