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Burns Lake council tries to balance the budget

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Village staff presented council with several options to address budget deficit ANDREA CURRIE Burns Lake council discussed several options to address a $41,243 budget deficit during last week’s budget meeting.

During a previous budget meeting on Feb. 2 -, the village’s deficit grew while accounting for a proposed two per cent decrease to business tax rate and an increase in paving funds from $145,000 to $160,000; and then shrank with the removal items from the budget such as the spay/neuter clinics, and increasing fees for non-village resident users of the Lakeside Multiplex.

At the end of the Feb. 2 meeting, council asked village staff to compile possible scenarios to further reduce the deficit. These scenarios were presented during the Feb. 16 budget meeting.

One option included a 5.35 per cent tax rate increase to all property classes except business.

Councillor John Illes proposed altering this option by removing the originally prosed two per cent tax rate decrease to businesses and lowering the 5.35 per cent increase to a two per cent increase (for all classes except business).

Councillor Kelly Holliday proposed upholding the two per cent decrease for businesses and increasing Lakeside Multiplex user rates for village residents by 25 per cent. ...see BUDGET ▼ P3

Province announces changes to MSP

Canadian Taxpayers Federation says govt. is masking a tax increase

FLAVIO NIENOW The province has recently announced changes to its medical services plan (MSP), benefiting lowincome families, seniors and single parents.

The MSP premiums are being charged only for adults starting in 2017, and the qualifying income for reduced premiums is going up from $30,000 to $42,000 for single people.

The new system also creates a break for single parents, who will pay a single adult rate of $78 a month instead of the current rate of $150 charged for a family of three. A single parent with one child and an income of $45,000 may also be eligible for reduced premiums.

In addition, the MSP changes will also benefit senior citizens.

Currently, a single senior can qualify for assistance with net income of $33,000 a year or less; for a single senior with income less than $25,000, the premium is waived. In 2017, a single senior could qualify for premium assistance with net income of up to $45,000 a year, and pay no premiums with net income less than $27,000. ...see MSP ▼ P5

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BUDGET from t P1 Councillor Chris Beach addressed Holliday’s proposal during the discussion.

“I thought we discussed that it was an issue of fairness, that village residents were baring the greater burden with the multiplex; I think this would go against the decision we already made,” said Beach.

Holliday clarified that she felt that the village was already approaching the regional district for a number of funding options for projects.

“I was thinking it would be a little more fair [to increase Lakeside Multiplex user rates for village residents] so it doesn’t feel like we’re charging the regional district; maybe it would be more comfortable if we looked at raising the (multiplex user) fees for village users as well.”

Councillors also discussed removing additional smaller items from this year’s budget, including the installation of cameras in Spirit Square and replacing Christmas lights with LED’s.

Another option for reducing the deficit included funding from the village’s reserves, budgeted for the construction of a new columbarium, as using that funding would help free up to $25,000 to reduce the deficit.

The discussion came to a close with a suggestion from councillor Susan Schienbein that village staff prepare additional scenarios to reduce the deficit before a decision is made.

The additional scenarios will be presented at the next budget meeting, which is scheduled to take place on March 7, 2016.

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Burns Lake RCMP had a busy week responding to motor vehicle accidents

Flavio Nienow On Feb. 19 at approximately 07:15 a.m., two vehicles collided on Hwy. 16 near Decker Lake.

According to corporal Terry Gillespie with the Burns Lake RCMP, there were three occupants in total and they were all injured.

Although the cause of the accident is still under investigation, Gillespie says it appears that one of the vehicles crossed the double solid centre line.

The Burns Lake RCMP also responded to three motor vehicle accidents over the weekend of Feb. 13-14, 2016.

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According to Gillespie, the causes of these three accidents are currently under investigation. However, he says it appears that “speed relative to poor highway conditions” was a contributing factor.

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Published by Black Press Ltd. at 23-3rd Avenue, Burns Lake, B.C.

Flavio Sachett Nienow

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Changes to MSP premiums

Time to take MSP off life support

The provincial government has recently announced changes to its much-debated medical services plan (MSP).

While children will no longer be charged MSP premiums, most adults will now pay more as MSP rates increased by about four per cent earlier this year.

A few days before releasing the 2016/17 provincial budget, premier Christy Clark called the current MSP “antiquated,” signaling that perhaps bigger changes could be expected in the next few years.

“Here is the thing about the MSP system: is it is antiquated, it is old, and the way people pay for it generally doesn’t make a whole tonne of sense,” said Clark. However, the B.C. premier said it will take a while longer to make significant changes to the MSP. “I think in terms of wholesale change though, it’s going to take a little longer for us to work through some of that,” she said.

British Columbia is the only province that charges premiums for health services. In most provinces, medical premiums are paid as part of one’s income tax. This means that the amount paid in other provinces for medical premiums rises along with a person’s income.

Critics say the current MSP is unfair, as residents who barely make ends meet have to pay the same flat rate for healthcare as someone who is wealthy.

“When we continue to rely on regressive taxes like this, it is easy to see why British Columbia has one of the highest poverty rates in Canada,” said Andrew Weaver, Leader of the B.C. Green Party.

And the truth is that a significant number of British Columbians are struggling to pay their MSP premiums. Documents recently obtained by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation through a freedom of information act request revealed that more than 850,000 MSP tax payments are at least 31 days past due.

Keith Baldrey, Chief Political Reporter for Global News B.C., pointed out that according to Statistics Canada, the median income in B.C. in 2013 was $30,500, which means takehome pay for many hovers around $2000 a month.

“When you factor in other annual increases to the cost of living - B.C. Hydro rates, ICBC rates - you can see how onerous a load the MSP premiums have become for many British Columbians,” he said.

Baldrey adds that the past few years have seen annual increases of about four per cent in MSP premiums. When the B.C. Liberals came to power in 2001, MSP premiums generated less than $1 billion to the government’s budget; next fiscal year, they are forecast to contribute more than $2.5 billion.

With a four per cent increase in personal rate and growing population, the government expects to collect more MSP each year of its three-year budget plan than with the current system. The B.C. Green Party recently presented an online petition at the B.C. legislature calling for an end to MSP premiums. As of Feb. 22, more than 68,000 British Columbians had signed the petition. The NDP opposition has also called for MSP premiums to be eliminated as a regressive tax.

“The premier could have made this budget about tax fairness, but she chose to just tinker around the edges of the MSP tax, which amounts to little more than a shell game,” said New Democrat Leader John Horgan.

With such strong opposition to the MSP, and the province’s premier herself calling it antiquated, it might just be a matter of time before we see the end of MSP premiums in B.C.

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The B.C. Liberal government made a big show of selectively easing Medical Services Plan fees in its budget for the coming election year.

In what is becoming a pattern for Premier Christy Clark, the biggest beneficiaries are single parents. The new MSP is calculated for adults only, so a single parent with two children saves as much as $1,200 a year.

Premium assistance is expanded, with discounts for single people making up to $42,000, rather than $30,000. But for singles, couples and seniors who don’t qualify for discounts, the rate is going up another four per cent effective Jan. 1, 2017.

Indeed, with population growth, the finance ministry expects its take from MSP premiums to rise every year, reaching $2.5 billion in the coming years. MSP revenue covers about 17 per cent of B.C.’s health budget, and Clark and Finance Minister Mike de Jong insist that Canada’s only direct health care charge is a vital signal to people that health care isn’t free.

This argument has failed. One seldom-discussed fact is that for half of the people charged MSP, it’s paid by their employers. In private sector terms it’s a hefty payroll tax, creating one more obstacle for businesses to hire full-time staff with benefits.

So most full-time employees don’t receive this supposedly vital signal, unless they get laid off because their employer is losing money. Also note that politicians and public sector employees have never paid MSP premiums. Their employers, taxpayers, pick up the tab for them. People who have to pay out of pocket are what the bureaucracy calls “pay direct accounts.” Jordan Bateman of the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation recently revealed that nearly 400,000 of these accounts are currently in arrears by more than 30 days, owing a grand total of $457 million. Of course this is Canada, so even if you haven’t paid or even registered for MSP, you still get treatment at the hospital. Another potential signal lost in the noise.

For people who lose their jobs, MSP is like being kicked when they are down. Their employer stops paying, and the slow-moving bureaucracy charges them based on their income from the previous year.

There was a fuss in 2004 after the B.C. Liberals contracted out MSP administration to a Virginia-based back-office specialist, delightfully named Maximus Corporation.

Now Maximus goes after delinquent MSP accounts with collection agency tactics, and attempts to keep up with the comings and goings from other provinces and countries.

Opposition parties decry the continued inequity of the MSP premium system, which charges the same for a single person making $45,000 or $450,000 a year.

NDP leader John Horgan rails about inequality and accuses Clark of using MSP revenues to establish her prosperity “slush fund,” but he stops short of calling for the elimination of MSP premiums. One would expect the NDP to lead another “axe the tax” campaign, as they did with the carbon tax and the HST, but they aren’t. Perhaps this is because workers for this unnecessary Maximus machine remain members of the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union. Green Party leader Andrew Weaver has it right. He staged a popular petition drive to roll MSP premiums into income tax. If the government wants to send a message, it can interrupt its continuous “Jobs Plan” advertising.

Scrapping MSP and raising income tax rates on higher brackets to compensate would fix the private sector payroll deterrent, make salaried employees (including me) pay their share, and end a tax break for the wealthy.

Don’t hold your breath.

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Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Pre-inquiry for missing women

Nearly 2000 individuals participated in the meetings held across Canada

Flavio Nienow The pre-inquiry design meetings for the national inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women have wrapped up.

According to the federal government, nearly 2000 individuals participated in the 18 meetings that were held from coast to coast.

During the meetings, government heard from survivors, family members and loved ones of victims, as well as national Aboriginal, provincial, and territorial representatives to seek their views on the design and scope of the inquiry.

One of these meetings was held in Prince George on Jan. 14-15, 2016. The meeting had approximately 80 participants, including three federal ministers - Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs; Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada; and Patty Hajdu, Minister of Status of

Women.

Lake Babine Nation Chief Wilf Adam said he was impressed that the meetings included the presence of three federal ministers, adding that the meetings were “meaningful” and a "good start" to the national inquiry.

The three federal ministers issued a joint statement last week.

"Over the past three months, as part of the pre-inquiry design process, we have been privileged to travel across the country to meet with and listen to survivors, families and loved ones,” says the statement. “We have been profoundly touched by the stories we have heard from family members, and loved ones who have been ...see MISSING WOMEN t P7

B.C. government blew it says Bateman MSP from t P1 These thresholds are higher for single couples - a senior couple earning up to $51,000 may qualify for reduced premiums.

However, rates overall continue to rise. With a four per cent increase in personal rate - announced earlier this year - and growing population, the government expects to collect more MSP each year of its three-year budget plan than with the current system.

According to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF), the provincial government is simply masking a tax increase.

“Forget the nonsense about kids being exempt from MSP – this is a tax hike, plain and simple,” said Jordan Bateman, B.C. Director of CTF. British Columbia is the only province that charges premiums for health services, and the NDP opposition has called for them to be eliminated as a regressive tax.

Documents recently obtained by CTF through a freedom of

information act request revealed that more than 850,000 MSP tax payments are at least 31 days past due.

“It’s clear the MSP system is hopelessly flawed, but the government keeps doubling down on it with higher and higher taxes,” said Bateman.

In its 2016-17 pre-budget submission, the CTF called on the provincial government to freeze and review the MSP tax, with the goal of making it fairer and less costly for taxpayers.

Finance Minister Mike De Jong argued that MSP covers only 14 per cent of a growing health care budget, and eliminating it would amount to hiding the cost in the general tax system.

“The B.C. government had an opportunity to fix the MSP system and help make life more affordable and they blew it,” said Bateman. “Taxpayers, having seen so many of their expenses shoot through the roof in recent years, are begging for relief.”

- With files from Tom Fletcher

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Afternoons will be filled with games and crafting as well as “Lunch & Learn” sessions providing information on topics relevant to seniors.

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Many things could have been done I think it is a no brainer to raise money for Baker Airport don’t you think so too?

Editor: Of course no one wants to see Burns Lake lose our medevac from Baker Airport and I don't either.

But I believe the cost that will be transferred to the property owners has been grossly misrepresented.

Someone compared it to 12 cups of coffee. So of course most people say that is a no-brainer to keep our medevac.

The real cost for many homeowners will be hundreds over five years. And this tax will probably not go away. The directors of the regional district (and probably the village) will decide whether to continue it or not even after the debt is paid.

The airport society should have planned ahead for this repaving, which they had to know was coming. Many things could have been done to prevent this going to referendum. Fundraising, donation events, user fees, not spending so much on infrastructure on site which so few people use, etc.

What is the provincial government doing with all of our PST money?

What are they doing with all our provincial taxes? Building multi-million dollar bridges on the Lower Mainland, that's what. It would be a drop in the bucket for them to send a couple of million up here for our airport. Did we try hard enough?

I didn't see any rallies in downtown Burns Lake with TV news reporters there.

Furthermore, I have a real problem with the rules of these referendums. Every eligible voter whether property owner or not gets a vote. That is preposterous. Why does Joe-renter get to decide that my taxes will go up?

And lastly, look at the rising cost of groceries, hydro, ICBC, PNG, you name it. No one is getting a raise, no one's pensions are going up, people are losing their jobs, mines are closing. This extra tax, along with everything else, might make some people walk away from their homes. There comes a time when you have to say, "enough." Find another way.

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Letters should be brief and to the point, with a maximum of 300 words. We reserve the right to withhold from print any letters which may be libelous, racist or sexist, and may edit for brevity and clarity.

Letters MUST include the signature of the letter writer, a mailing address and a phone number. Only the name will be reproduced in the newspaper.

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Editor: I have listened carefully to the debate surrounding the "Runway Rehabilitation Project" as proposed by the Lakes District Airport Society. I am in support of the project for the many reasons brought fourth in social media, in our local paper and on the street. I have heard the opposing side's story as well and it appears to me that their concern rests mainly on the personal cost to them. Which brings me to my simple formulae.

1) Look at what surrounds you and you will determine what has value to you.

2) Determine the monetary cost of those items.

3) Establish the actual cost of the proposed "Runway Rehabilitation Project" improvements would be to you personally.

4) Consider the possibility of you or a loved one requiring the "medevac" services at some time in your life here.

To coin a phrase… "it's a no brainer."

Doug Phair

Please vote yes on Feb. 27

Editor: Does Burns Lake need an airport?

I truly can see why if one hasn't depended on the airport and medevac yourself you may not realize how quickly a life or death situation could change that.

When one needs to get to Vancouver quickly, there is no doubt in your mind we need the airport and medevac.

I know if this privilege hadn't been here for us, the outcome would have been really grim.

There is the old saying "until you need something you don't think about it." A heart attack hits real fast and there isn't time for thinking.

I beg you to vote yes on the 27, you could be next.

Rose Bergen

Minister Stone why won’t you answer us?

Editor: Lack of Response from ministry. Why? I am writing about Colleymount Road; specifically about safety concerns that residents have communicated to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and the lack of response.

It has been almost one year that the Colleymount Road Working Group came together to collectively ask government to consider concerns and to take action. The group and its sub-committee have met regularly, completed a 931 signature petition, conducted a road count, taken photos of critical areas, sent letters and emails, organized a letter writing campaign and in November 2015, developed a document that identified and described the most critical areas of concern on Colleymount Road.

Over the winter there have been accidents on Colleymount Road and these have been described, photographed and communicated to Minister Todd Stone. The Ministry has been told that some residents have been forced to drive into ditches to escape being hit by the rear section of logging trucks. They have been told about numerous close calls where residents and other travelers are at risk on narrow curving sections of the road where snow and ice have made matters worse.

Despite all these efforts over the past year there has been no response. Minister Stone has not acknowledged the concerns or the group's existence. Why? Rita Lavoie Colleymount Road Working Group

Editor: Open letter to MLA Simon Gibson and BC liberals.

RE: Loss of a further 100 moose Good afternoon Simon, I'm writing today to inform you that I've lost another 100 moose authorizations this year. Not that I would get the 100, but the chance at one, two, or maybe three of the 100 of the limited entry hunting authorizations that were taken from resident hunters like my family, and given to another user group. What is this governments reason for doing this?

I lost many opportunities last years to get limited entry hunting draws, and the ministry sees fit to take even more away from me this year.

I went through your Hansard again yesterday, and did not once see where you've represented our concerns on wildlife management. I know you've stated in past emails that you would forward my concerns, and one time only have I received a response from Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources.

The recent deal is another slap in my face. What about the land deals your government is working sealing with First Nations in the caribou Chilcolten area as well as with the Kamloops area band? Not too much publicity on that is there. Nor was there any openness or consultation with other stakeholders on this latest reallocation of moose authorizations.

Simon, we need immediate change in land and water protection, as well as wildlife conservation. Politics has no place in these sectors. They are not pawns to be used to benefit this governments agenda.

They are pawns to be used to pit First Nations against nonFirst Nations or the other way. This is exactly what your leader is doing. In the day and age when she preaches acceptance and tolerance, she sends her workers out to drive a wedge of hate, and intolerance even deeper. United we stand, decided we fall.

Isn't that the motto? Well, Simon, I can't allow that to happen.

Can you? In your core, your moral core, can you allow it to happen? Saying nothing when we know something's wrong makes us just as guilty does it not? Can we continue to pretend that it's not true? I know you can't, nor can I. Our faith in Christ doesn't allow for that.

So, I'm calling on you, as a fellow believer to stand up for proper governance, here in B.C. I'm calling on you as my elected official, to step up your representation of my requests. And it needs to start with denouncing unethical, immoral behind closed door deals by this Liberal government with regards to the privatization of this provinces natural resources as a whole, and to take proactive steps to enhance British Columbia's biodiversity.

I've not been just a complainer when we've talked. I've given you lots of suggestions and possible resolutions.

Will you finally work with us, and not just provide the "lip service" so many people are so good at these days? I look forward to that. Your constituent has brought a very real, and serious situation before you.

Sincerely and in conservation, Ken Grant, resident hunter Mission, B.C.

B.C. Liberals take some proactive steps

Lakes District News

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

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MISSING WOMEN from t P5 directly affected by these tragic deaths and disappearances.”

Cheslatta Carrier Nation has been closely affected by the issue of violence, as an entire family has gone missing from the community.

“To this day we do not know where they are,” said Chief Corrina Leween. “It is hard when the family do not know where their loved ones are.”

Chief Leween said violence does not only affect Aboriginal women.

“I continue to put across the concept of including all missing and murdered Aboriginal people, as men and children are also being exploited and murdered.”

The views and ideas expressed by all participants during the pre-inquiry meetings will allow government to develop the inquiry - including the mandate, the terms of reference, the format of the inquiry and the timeline.

“We are determined to do this right for the survivors, families and loved ones, to honour the spirits and memories of those we have lost, and to protect future generations,” says the ministers’ statement.

The federal government will be announcing details of the upcoming national inquiry in the coming months.

The Burns Lake RCMP want to remind you that if you leave your vehicle unsecured for valuables in your vehicle you are leaving yourself vulnerable to have your vehicle broken into and items taken. The best practice is to always use an antitheft device, remove your valuables including coins, electronics, bags, purses and medication.

Always lock your doors and windows and remove your keys.

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LDSS will be handing out course description booklets to students on Tuesday, March 8th during grade meetings. The booklets facilitate student course choices for their next school year.

Advance polls for airport see 174 voters

Burns Lake Mayor Luke Strimbold casts ballot during the advance polls of the Lakes District airport referendum on Feb. 17, 2016. The village office saw 55 voters casting ballots; Electoral Area B (Burns Lake rural) of the Regional District of BulkleyNechako had 71 voters and Electoral Area E (Francois/Ootsa Lake rural) had 48. Residents were asked to decide whether or not they approve raising the tax limit of the Village of Burns Lake and Electoral Areas B and E to resurface the runway at Burns Lake’s Baker Airport. The votes will not be opened and counted until the voting closes on Feb. 27.

A parent and student meeting will take place in the library on Tuesday, March 8th at 6:00 pm for this year’s Grade 8 students and 6:30 pm for this year’s Grade 9, 10 and 11 students. It is important to know what each course is about, so we encourage parents to attend the evening meeting. It is important that students make informed course requests for the 2016-2017 school year as changes will be made only for compelling reasons.

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Students will be doing course selections online in our computer lab on March 14th and 15th.

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29 acre view property located in the Cheslatta area located 30 minutes south of the Francois Lake ferry terminal. Exceptionally well built and finished log cabin with tile and laminate floors.

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Large acreage opportunity totalling 370 acres with lakeshore on smaller body of water suitable for recreation or farm-type activities. Homesteads, pasture and hay land, young forest and privacy galore in this land-owning opportunity. Perimeter of entire property is fenced with the exception of access to adjacent quarter section, which is also available. Solid 48 x 28’ shop with additional covered wing add value. This rural home and acreage is located in the northern interior of BC in Southbank, near the shores of Francois Lake. Country living is available here.

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Log home on level 0.54 acre lot close to Francois Lake ferry terminal in Southbank, BC. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Main floor features hardwood floors throughout. Full unfinished basement with ground-level outside entry.

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This 155 acre property exhibits some of the finest views from the northerly portions. The property is 3/4 perimeter fenced and is accessed from Hamre Road in the Southbank region of the Lakes District. Approximately half the property has hay production potential and the remainder is regenerated in healthy young coniferous forest. Invest in a large acreage today in an area renowned for its beauty, wildlife and fresh air.

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Quiet, tranquil, beautiful and near parkland; this beautiful cabin on the southeast corner of Francois Lake must be seen to be believed. This lot tapers down to pebble beach. A cabin of little or no value sits near the shore. This is an excellent location for recreation or to build a year-round home. Come and explore the great outdoors and view your new getaway.

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Rural retreat on 80 acres of deeded wilderness located on the Bailey FSR south of Decker Lake. Remote feeling but very accessible. Crown Land is adjacent. Vast majority of this property is covered in healthy young pine and spruce forest. Some veteran trees add to the value of this resource. An abundant creek flows through the westerly region. The home site is approximately 5 acres in size and provides a 752 sq ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom log home.

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Unique 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with partial basement, situated on 0.38 of an acre of level landscaped village lot located on upper 8th Avenue. The backyard is partially fenced.

South portion of property backs onto greenbelt and provides additional intown privacy and access to walking trails. This home has recent updates which include a new furnace, new hot water tank and new roof. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking a small starter home or great rental property potential.

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Check out this unique property and improvements. 3 lots with separate titles located on Quartz Road. Two properties are undeveloped, the center property offers a 2008 Cardinal (by Forest River) 5th wheel mobile home with 4 slide-outs. This home is in excellent shape. Heated with wood and set up with excellent southern exposure and potential lake and mountain view. Solar energy system is an added bonus for living off the grid. An interesting package worth investigating.

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Unique Tschesinkut Lake lakeshore property, offering approximately 80 feet of lowbank lakeshore in Harrison Bay, located at the southerly extent of this spectacular fresh water lake. Paved driveway leads to well built 30’x24’ metal shop with concrete floor and hydro. Excellent moorage in a protected bay for float plane or boat. Investing today in affordable lakeshore in the Lakes District.

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CLOSURE Due to personal health issues we have regrettably decided to close

WHITE RAVEN GRILL AND GROCERY Last day of operation will be March 31st, 2016.

Post office will remain open during normal post office hours as posted. We apologize for the inconvenience this will cause some people.

We wish to thank everyone for their friendship and patronage.

It has been a pleasure to serve you for the last 7 years.

We will still be here so drop by the house sometime and say hello.

Students from Grade 4 to 7 participated at Decker Lake School . Ten of these projects went on to the District Science Fair. Winners: Grade 4 Demonstration 1.

Kaiden Bell, 2. Dylan McKee and Dylan Ruffell. Grade 4 Experiment 1. Ed Perry and Brandan Cunningham, 2. tie: Megan Harder and Jadyn Varga; Haley Dell, 3.

Cooper Thom-Lucy and Liam Toews.

Grade 5 Experiment 1. Kyra Oldfield, 2. Maggie Davis and Lela Thiessen, 3.

Megan Cook and Christina Matte. Grade 6 Demonstration 1. JoJo Tom and Ciara Sampson. Grade 6 Experiment 1. Shael Narayan, 2. Tate Cooke, 3. tie: Emily Wipfli and Summer Lucas; Gabe Finch and Bryce Cardinal. Grade 7 Demonstration 1.

Jesse deHoog and Gavin Palmer. Grade 7 Experiment 1. Kaedan Harrington and Tye Clovis, 2. Jacqueline Matte, 3. tie: Mollie McAdam and Zoey Thom-Lucy;

Lee Doering and Jayden Oldfield.

District Science Fair 2016 Final Awards Non-experimental category: (not moving on to Prince George) Grade 4: 1. Abby Koenmstedt & Callie Geisbrecht, Project Name Edible Crystals, school Sinkut View. Grade 5: 1. Kora Manwaring, Nightwatch the Racing Pigeon, W.L. Mcleod. Experimental category: moving on to CISE in Prince George. Grade 4: 1. Mackenzie Martens, Soaking Nails in Vinegar, Mapes, 2.

Jemma Blattner, Bristle Bots, W.L. McLeod, 3. Julia Grace & Jadlyn, Rakochy, Eggtasitc Eggsperiment, Francois Lake.

Grade 5: 1. Jadlyn Pedersen & Niki Mackinaly, Fresh & Toothy, W.L. McLeod, 2. Joey Chalmers, Fodder for Forage, Francois Lake. 3. Kyra Oldfield, Paper Towel face-off, Decker Lake, Honourable

Mention Dominic Lepoidevin & Eryck Dyck, Lemon Battery, W.L. McLeod.

Grade 6: 1. Ronan Blattner, Secrets of the Gauss Gun, W.L. McLeod. 2. Sydney Van Tine, Mold on the Menu, Francois Lake, 3. Hannah Zayak, Heat Your feet, Francois Lake, Honourable Mention Willa Crowley, Scent Preferences & Activity of Carnivores in Winter, Ebus & Jacqueline Matte,Chicken Call, Decker Lake. Grade 7: 1. Garrett Radley &Kyle Nealis, Water vs. Plants, William Konkin, 2. Alistair Garrett, To Warm or Not to Warm, Francois Lake, 3. Rory Crighton & Michael Chalmers. Grade 8: 1. Myer Illes, Grey Water, Green Plants, Ebus, 2. Allen Stultz, Video Games and Heart Rate, Babine, 3.

Ayianna Johnson & Morgan Abraham, Which Type of Potato Chip is Most Greasy?, Babine. Secondary: 1. Elizabeth Shultz, It’s Not Black and White, FLESS.

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Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Action to help mines not significant, says critic for energy and mines

The province had announced an action to help mines during current slowdown in the sector

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FLAVIO NIENOW In the story ‘Government announces action to keep mine workers on the job’ published in the Lakes District News’ Feb. 10 issue, the provincial government had announced an action to help mines in B.C. during the global commodity slowdown.

The program, delivered by B.C. Hydro, will allow companies operating metal and coal mines to temporarily defer a portion of their B.C. Hydro’s SUBMITTED PHOTO electricity payments.

Huckleberry Mine, an open pit copper mine located 88 km from Houston, recently announced Minister of energy and mines Bill Bennett said this action would provide some temporary support its plans to shut down all operations by Aug. 31, 2016. Low copper and coal prices have put to help B.C. mines during the current slowdown in operations at a number of B.C. mines at risk. the sector.

“We are in the midst of a challenging time for the sector and this will provide some temporary support to help the mines stay open as long as possible, hopefully until commodity prices bounce back,” said Bennett.

However, Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm MacDonald, who’s also the province’s Energy and Mines Critic, said this action will not significantly assist mines in B.C. He said decisions by government in relation to mining must employ more "long-term thinking," ensuring that B.C. has a mining industry that operates in an environmentally and socially responsible way.

“Ultimately, low commodity prices are the biggest factor, and that is not something that government can control,” said MacDonald.

Low copper and coal prices have put operations at a number of British Columbia mines at risk and some have already been forced to reduce production and employee levels.

Steve Robertson, a Spokesperson at Huckleberry Mine, said it is still too soon to determine if this government action will have any sort of impact on Huckleberry.

“Huckleberry is waiting for further details on the program announced by the government so that we can properly assess the impact it would have on the mine,” said Robertson.

Huckleberry laid off 100 workers in January and has recently announced its plans to shut down all operations by Aug. 31, 2016. Approximately 160 workers will lose their jobs when the mine shuts down.

Endako Mine, located near Fraser Lake, has also been struggling with low commodity prices. The mine was placed on temporary suspension on Dec. 31, 2014, due to a continued weakness in the molybdenum market. Since then, over 300 employees have lost their jobs.

Thompson Creek Metals Company Inc., company that holds a 75 per cent interest in the Endako Mine, was also asked if the recent government action will have an impact on Endako Mine. However, the company did not provide a comment by press time.

What are your priorities for promised federal funds for community projects?

Please share your thoughts as local governments and I co-host conversations across the Northwest.

Together we can plan wise investments.

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New standards for pet breeders

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The B.C. government was working on new standards for commercial animal breeders before 66 neglected dogs were seized from a puppy mill in Langley.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick said ministry staff began consultations with the B.C. SPCA, veterinarians and commercial breeders in January, and that will continue this month.

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Historically, bobcats and lynx have been typically separated by snow depth.

Lynx have extremely long legs and large snowshoe-like paws, making them well adapted for traveling across deep snow. They are found in the boreal forests across Canada and Alaska, as well as the mountain ranges extending south into Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Colorado.

In contrast, bobcats are heavier, have small feet, and sink into the snow. They are found throughout the deserts and grasslands of the contiguous United States, as well as Southern Canada.

However, climate change has led to earlier springs and lower snow levels in Western North America. As a result, suitable bobcat habitat may now be present in new areas of B.C. Gooliaff said people don’t need great photography skills to submit their photos.

“They just have to show a bobcat or a lynx, or even just a part of one,” he said. “Photos can be blurry or dark and don't even have to clearly show which cat species is present.”

When sending your photos, make sure to include both the date and location of each photo. The location should be as specific as possible - most preferred is universal transverse mercator or latitude/longitude coordinates. If that information is not available, researches ask that you provide the name of the nearest road or landmark (including distance and direction from road or landmark), nearest town (including distance and direction from town) or watershed.

Photos will not be published or shared with anyone without permission, and photographers will retain ownership of their photos.

For more information, or to submit your photos, contact TJ Gooliaff at tj.gooliaff@ubc.ca The study is currently under way at the Okanagan campus of the University of British Columbia in partnership with the B.C. Ministry of Environment. The results of this study will be shared with all those who are know what I’m feeding my family” interested.

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Researchers are seeking photos of bobcats and lynx captured by trail cameras, or conventional cameras, from all corners of the province and from all time periods to help determine the current provincial distribution of each species.“because I want to The study will attempt to determine if their distribution has changed in response to climate change.

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Flavio Nienow Out of the 222 applicants of the federal gas tax fund, the Village of Granisle was one of the successful 57 to have an infrastructure project funded by the federal government.

The village will receive $637,000 to expand its biomass furnace.

“We are extremely excited about the grant funding,” said Granisle Mayor Linda McGuire. “A typical small community would not be able to afford this.”

The current biomass furnace, which was built three years ago, heats the village’s fire hall. After the expansion, it will also heat the village office, the tourist information centre and the recently-renovated school.

Babine Elementary-Secondary School, which has approximately 33 students enrolled, received $5,275,494 million from the Ministry of Education and $2,452,418 million from School District No. 91 for its revitalization project.

Just as when the biomass furnace was built three years ago, taxpayers will not need to cover the cost of the expansion project.

“Because it’s 100 per cent funded, our municipal taxpayers don’t have to pay for a penny of this,” said McGuire.

She added that the expansion project will be a win-win situation for everyone in Granisle – while it will be cost-saving for the school, it will also generate revenue for the village.

“It will allow us to continue to maintain the services that our citizens are used to having,” she said. “In small communities we don’t have any industry, so we are con-

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The expansion project will start in the coming months and is expected to take one to three years to be completed.

The Government of Canada provides over $253 million in annual funding for municipal infrastructure in British Colum-

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The Union of British Columbia Municipalities administers the gas tax fund in B.C. in partnership with the provincial and federal governments.

The Village of Burns Lake also applied for a grant under the federal gas tax fund to undertake phase one of the Eighth Avenue repaving project. However, the application was not successful.

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The extent of hair loss on a moose is a rough indicator of how many ticks are present and can be observed easily from a distance. The survey will help B.C.’s wildlife health staff monitor the extent to which these ticks affect moose around the province.

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Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, in 2015 infestations appeared to be most severe in the Omineca region, where 63 per cent of moose observed exhibited some degree of hair loss. In the Skeena region, 49 per cent of moose observed had some degree of hair loss. Bethel said these numbers are consistent with historic data.

Anyone interested in contributing to the surveillance program can obtain a copy of the survey by contacting Dustin Walsh at flnrmooseticksurvey@gov.bc.ca, 250 617-0725, or by linking to http://www.env.gov. bc.ca/fw/public-consultation/moosewinter-tick/

Members of the public are once again being asked to help document moose winter tick infestations by completing and submitting an online moose winter tick survey before April 30, 2016.

The extent of hair loss on a moose is a rough indicator of how many ticks are present and can be observed easily from a distance. Tick infestations can sometimes result in severe behavioural and physiological changes and directly impact the survival rates of moose - especially young animals.

The survey will help B.C.'s wildlife health staff monitor the number of moose affected with these ticks and the extent to which they affect moose around the province.

Survey participants are asked to observe the amount of hair loss, if any, occurring on moose and check the survey box which most describes the animal - ranging from "no loss" to "ghost" which means hair loss over most of the body or 80 per cent of winter hair.

Winter tick infestations are generally observed on moose from February through April.

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B.C.'s tax credits to the movie industry are rising rapidly as the low Canadian dollar attracts more productions to the province, and Finance Minister Mike de Jong has ordered a review.

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Advertising donated by LD News The group shared their experiences at Sakhalin Island, a large island north of Japan off the Russian coast. About 10 years ago, a Shell LNG facility was built in a bay called Aniva Bay, which once had the third largest runs of pink salmon in the world. Since the Burns Lake Veterinary Clinic Ltd. LNG facility was built, the salmon runs in this area have collapsed.

Fountain Road, Burns Lake • Phone: 250-692-7476 Lisitsyn, who has been working on salmon conservation in the Sakhalin region since the 1990s, said that when salmon numbers there took a sharp dive after 2009, a direct cause was difficult to pinpoint. However, he believes the LNG plant and overfishing could both have contributed.

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“The real impact and real consequences and effects, negative effects of the LNG development is much wider and higher and larger than any estimations, any assessments, any promises of the project,” he said. st “This is the major, general lesson we learned.”

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

Call Branislav 250-692-1812

Plan your next party, meeting or conference at the

Jean Paulson Lodge (Omineca Ski Club)

Our lodge is available for rent at a reasonable rate and features AV equipment, a portable sound system and fully equipped kitchen. The lodge can accommodate groups up to 120 people for any type of indoor and/or outdoor events.

To book a rental please contact

Joan Ragsdale at 250-692-0093 or visit our website

www.ominecaskiclub.ca for online booking.

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Pastor Steve Swires 250-692-3259

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 250-694-3756 (Church)

IMMACULATA Catholic Church

~ Everyone Welcome ~

until the end of April to help cover repair costs

24 Hour Service

Kerr Road, Burns Lake

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

The Legion

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FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH

248 - 3rd Ave. • Phone: 250-692-3568

Bottle Drive Fundraiser

Highway 16, Burns Lake

Church Directory

until further notice is having a

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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Annual Mother’s Day

Pancake Breakfast on May 8th

Annual Fishing Derby for Fathers Day Pinkut Lake June 18 & 19.

We will have more information as the date gets closer.

If you love your freedom, thank a Veteran.

Support your local Legion.

“Members and bona fide guests welcome”

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

Saturday 7:30 p.m.

Sunday 10:00 a.m.

THE CHURCH OF

JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

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

Everyone Welcome

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 New location: Burns Lake Band (old highschool): 10:30 am

Pastor John Neufeld 250-692-7949

Lakes Fellowship 724 Babine Lake Road

The Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce offers

Traffic Control Re-Certification If your ticket has expired, call us today at 250-692-3773 to book your renewal.

Exams can be paper-based or online.

Sunday Services: 10:30 am Celebrating the Love of God www.lakesfellowship.ca Pastor Matthew Westergard 250-692-7464

LIVING WATERS CHURCH 766 Mulvaney Crescent, Burns Lake

Please come and fellowship with us on:

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

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

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GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21: Gemini, if you’re feeling particularly amorous this week, schedule a few date nights or even cuddle time with that special someone. A new person may come into your life as well.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21: A sense of adventure may find you booking a vacation, Sagittarius.

Otherwise, you may be looking to dive into an exciting new relationship. Be impulsive because you deserve it.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22: Plenty of projects around the house need your attention this week, Cancer. Take advantage of some slower days to devote time to repairs and other tasks on your todo list.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20: Capricorn, you may be drawn to flashy colors and high energy this week. Plan a fun and energetic date or take in a movie with a lot of special effects.

Our town Colleymount Rec’s Annual snowmobile poker ride. Feb. 28 at the Trout Creek Hall. First rider out at 10am, last rider at 1:30pm. Contacts: Trout Creek Community Hall Facebook page or Naomi (250) 695-6909 / (250) 692-6495.

Bill Konkin Citizen of the Year nominations. Nomination forms are available at local schools, banks and businesses. Please take the time to fill out a nomination form for a deserving individual or couple and send it to: Citizen of the Year Committee, Box 961, Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0.

Nominations deadline is March 1st, 2016.

Fall Fair meeting, Cancer Society building on main street at 7pm, March 3. 2016.

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AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18: Aquarius, you’ve adopted the attitude that life is an adventure and you’re ready to face any challenge that comes your way with an open mind. This may prove to be a busy week.

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.

The Lakes District Community Initiatives Office of the Canadian Cancer Society office hours: Tuesdays from 10am to noon; Wednesdays from 10am to 2pm; and Fridays from 10am to 1pm. Drop in and browse through our on-going garage sale items and our arts & crafts tables (donations gratefully accepted). Contact us at (250) 692-7203 or email us at burnslake@bccancer.ca and inquire about joining our group as a volunteer! For cancer information or Cancer Connect: 1-888-939-3333.

Website: www.cancer.ca.

Will you be celebrating your 90th or 100th birthday this year? If so please contact Lakes District News - we would love to do a story on you and take your picture.

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Phone 250-692-7314 lklassensat@telus.net

Pop Up Call Phishing Scheme It’s a fairly common tactic for scammers to call you claiming to be “Microsoft” and asserting that your computer is full of bugs. Then they’ll tell you they’re the only ones who can fix it, for an insanely large fee. However, in a strange twist on the usual phishing call scheme, Computer Repairs, Sales & Training now the scammers are trying to get you to call them. This happens by means of small adware infection which, when you’re surfing the Hwy 16, Burns Lake web in your browser of choice, generates a pop up or new tab that tells you that you have a serious infection, and that you must call Open 9am-6pm Mon.-Fri., “Microsoft” to fix the problem. In reality you have a relatively minor 12pm-4pm on Sat. adware infection. Shut your web browser down, reset the browser to its defaults, then run an anti-virus and anti-malware check on your computer. If the pop up won’t let you close the browser window, try opening the Windows Task Manager with Ctrl+Shift+Esc, finding email: your preferred web browser under the Applications tab and shutting it ACIComputerService@telus.net down2:58:01 by right WorkBCJobCC_December_PRESS.pdf 1 02/12/2015 PM clicking on it and selecting ‘End Task’.

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PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20: Do not be surprised if big changes lie in store for you this week, Pisces.

You may end up with a new job or begin thinking about relocation.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23: Leo, important new information may come your way this week. This could be the catalyst for new professional ventures or even provide new ways to network.

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Timeshare

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

HAVE YOU been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefits?

The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help you appeal.

Call 1-877-793-3222, www.dcac.ca info@dcac.ca

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

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FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

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

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

HIP OR knee replacement?

Arthritic conditions or COPD? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

LOCAL HOSPICE

The Hospice office, located in the Lakes District Hospital, has a lending library available.

Please phone before dropping by. All donations to the Burns Lake Hospice Program are greatly appreciated! Box 7500, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 (250) 692-2448

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

Obituaries

Gerald “Jake” Lyle Helsdon

March 28, 1956 - January 30, 2016

BURNS LAKE RCMP Victim/Witness Assistance Program. 201 Hwy. 35, Box 759 Burns Lake. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm (250) 692-3010 CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment

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.

CRISIS PREVENTION Call 1.800.SUICIDE or 1.800.784.2433 is a confidential, toll-free service that is available to anyone, anywhere, any time in B.C. Youth support line 1.888.564.8336 (TEEN). 24 hour crisis line for northern BC 1.888.563.1214.

In addition, several crisis lines also provide support through online chat services so young people have a web-based way to reach out. These services can be reached through www.northernyouthonline.ca.

4-10pm. daily or www.youthinbc.ca.

FOOD BANK INFORMATION Distribution days will be the first and the third Tuesday of each month. LD Food Bank will provide a warm waiting room at the Beacon Theatre.

Clients will go first to the theatre. Doors open at 10:45am.

This is available until the end of April. The food bank closes at 1pm. The Lakes District Food bank continues to operate due to the outstanding generosity of the community. If you would like to make a donation and receive a tax deductible receipt, please mail your donation to: Lakes District Food Bank, P.O. Box 777, Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0

It is with ineffable sadness we announce the passing of Gerald “Jake” Lyle Helsdon, on January 30th, 2016 at the age of 59 years, after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

Jake was born on March 28th, 1956 in Brantford, Ontario to Lyle and Rosie Helsdon. At the age of one, Jake moved with his parents and siblings from Ontario to B.C. Once there, they lived in Camp A and later at Woss Lake, logging camps on Vancouver Island, where he spent most of his childhood and adolescence.

At the age of 19, Jake travelled to Prince George, BC where he met Merle Collier. After a short tenure back in Ontario, he returned to Prince George and reconnected with Merle, they were married on May 26th, 1977. They had two children: Tyler in 1978 and Dylan in 1981. They lived for many years in Topley, where the boys were raised. Jake worked at Decker Lake Forest Products, Bell Pole and Houston Forest Products. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his best friend Gordie Smith.

Jake later moved on to Sechelt, Cherryville, Surrey, Kitimat, Medeira Park, Lumby and Vernon.

Shortly after his diagnosis with MS, he met his second wife, Mary Ellen “Sue” Hareuther, and they settled down in Lumby, BC. Inevitably, his fight became overwhelming and he was moved to assisted living, first at Heritage Square and finally at Heron Grove, both in Vernon, BC where he lost his battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

Jake is survived by his loving mother Rosie Stolk. Children: Tyler (Marci) and Dylan, their mother Merle (Darrell) Dyck, Siblings: Bonnie (Gary) Zylstra, Howard “Butch” Helsdon, Cindy (Erwin) Evans and Charlie “Chuck” (Candy) Helsdon. His girlfriend Dayna Lynn Holland. Grandchildren: Julian Helsdon, Damien Helsdon, Lexi Deschutter, and Anayah Helsdon. Nephews: Brandon (Sandra) Smythe, Jordan (Crystal) Smythe, Brent Helsdon, Lyle (Kelly) Helsdon. Nieces: Kayla (Brian) Soles, Kristi (Mark) Weibe, and Carli Evans. He is also survived by numerous Aunts, Uncles, Great Nieces, Great Nephews and cousins who loved him dearly.

Jake was predeceased by his father Lyle, his second wife Sue and his nephew Christopher.

A service will be held at a later date in Ontario.

“The ties of blood that bond us form an unconditional love.

One of which cannot be corrupted through actions, nor can it be severed through time, distance or death.”

The family would like to thank Mr. Andretta and staff at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, Vernon, BC for their unwavering assistance and compassion. Also the Care Aids at Heron Grove for their emotional sacrifices and empathy they bequeath to give our loved ones a dignified crossing over.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your local MS society.

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.

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Career Opportunities

BAND MANAGER SALARY: Negotiable Dependent Upon Experience

On behalf of, and under the general direction of the Kispiox Band Council, the Band Manager, manages, directs, organizes, implements and controls the provision of a wide variety of programs and services to the Band membership. As the Band’s chief administrative officer, is directly responsible to Council for the effective and efficient operation of the band administration and for ensuring the implementation of Council policies and directives.

Education/Professional Requirements: Must have a post-secondary degree in Business or Human Resources; Must have three (3) years of Senior Management working experience; Must have working/education experience in managing finances and budgets

Consideration will be given to individuals possessing a combination of an undergraduate degree, within similar disciplines and relevant working experience.

Qualifications/Abilities: • Extensive knowledge of First Nations as to their political roles and structure; • Ability to communicate with personnel from various levels of government, First Nation Organizations and Funding Agencies • Ability to develop and maintain policies and procedures pertaining to all aspects of the First Nations Band Administration • Must be able to plan and manage the First Nation finances; strong skills in Financial Management – analyze, advise and recommend on allocation of budgets, funds and organization • Must possess management and leadership skills and supervision of staff • Must be proficient in strategic planning and program development • Must possess skills in the administration, management/planning of human resources • Ability to establish good working relationships with funding agencies/other organizations • Ability to research funding sources and provide funding proposals • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong computer skills • Must possess excellent skills in problem solving and decision making • Experience in management of band housing is an asset: working with rental arrears, construction, building contractors, etc.

Skills and Abilities: • Ability to work independently and build effective interpersonal relationships • Ability to work collaboratively with staff and Chief and Council in establishing goals, preparation of budgets, and funding proposals • Ability to self-regulate, meet deadlines, and give attention to details • Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and has an understanding of Aboriginal culture

Working Conditions: • Must provide a recent Criminal Record Check

Forward Resume, Recent Criminal Record Check And 3 References To:

KISPIOX BAND COUNCIL 1336 Kispiox Valley Road Kispiox, B.C., VOJ 1Y4

DEADLINE: Friday February 26, 2016 at 4:00 pm

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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Misc. for Sale POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com

REFORESTATION NURSERY seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs and berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce and Pine from $.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee.

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The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has established a Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel to receive any complaints about the preparation of the tax rolls used in the collection of parcel taxes.

In the Burns Lake area, the Regional District uses parcel taxes for the Decker Lake Street Lighting service.

The parcel tax rolls for this service may be inspected from February 22, 2016 to March 4, 2016 at the offices of the Regional District (37 Third Ave., Burns Lake, B.C.) during regular office hours (8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday).

In order for a complaint to be heard, it must be received in writing by 4:30 pm on March 4, 2016. If any complaints are received, the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will sit at 1:00 pm on Thursday March 10, 2016 in the Board Room of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (37 Third Ave., Burns Lake, B.C.) to consider written complaints received by the deadline.

Further information can be obtained by phoning Hans Berndorff, Financial Administrator of the Regional District (toll free at 1-800-320-3339) or by visiting the Regional District offices during regular office hours.

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School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) P.O. Box 129, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Phone: (250) 567-2284 Fax: (250) 567-4639

STUDENT GROUNDSKEEPERS School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) requires student groundskeepers for summer employment from April 28, 2016, until September 2, 2016, (two in Burns Lake, two in Vanderhoof, one in Fraser Lake and one in Fort St. James). Hours of work will be eight (8) hours per day between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. as determined by the supervisor, Monday to Friday, at a rate of $15.10 per hour.

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Preferred Qualifications: • Enrolled in a post-secondary education program and returning in September • Previous experience relevant to the position would be an asset • Competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to the position • Valid Class 5, BC Driver’s License, unrestricted is desirable • An exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract • The ability to perform physically demanding job duties • A current WHMIS certificate Please note: Incumbents who successfully complete this work assignment will be qualified to receive a $1,000 scholarship to a post secondary program of their choice.

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

Please indicate on the application form the location you are applying for and submit by 4:00 p.m., Wednesday March 2, 2016 to: Human Resources School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) P.O. Box 129 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Phone: (250) 567-2284 Fax: (250) 567-4639 Email: cupejobs@sd91.bc.ca School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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37, 3RD Avenue, PO Box 820, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 • PH: 250-692-3195 • TF: 800-320-3339 • FX: 250-692-3305 E-MAIL:inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca • www.rdbn.bc.ca

NOTICE OF ASSENT VOTING

The Corporation of The Village of Burns Lake

NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Burns Lake that a referendum by voting is necessary to obtain voter assent for the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako Lakes District Airport Contribution Local Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1751, 2015.

REFERENDUM QUESTION THE FOLLOWING QUESTION will be submitted to the electorate: “Are you in favour of Lakes District Airport Contribution Local Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1751, 2015 which would have the effect of increasing the annual taxation limit from $93,750 (equal to a residential tax rate of $0.20 per $1,000 on improvements only, based on 2015 assessments) to $190,000 (equal to a residential tax rate of $0.41 per $1,000 on improvements only, based on 2015 assessments)?”

SCRUTINEER APPLICATION Scrutineers for and against the question must be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. If sufficient applications are received, three scrutineers for and three scrutineers against the question will be appointed for each voting place. One scrutineer for the question and one scrutineer against the question will also be appointed to be present at the determination of the official results and, if necessary, at a judicial recount.

Applications to act as a scrutineer will be received by the Chief Election Officer at the office of the Village of Burns Lake, 15 3rd Avenue, from 8:00am February 1st, to 4:00pm February 10th.

Applications will only be received during regular office days and hours.

Application forms are available at the same location. Interested persons can obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making an application by contacting the following persons at the Village of Burns Lake Office: Sheryl Worthing, Chief Election Officer, or Cameron Hart, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250-692-7587.

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Burns Lake on: Saturday, February 27, 2016 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Lakeside Multiplex at 103 Flogum Dr. ADVANCE VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Burns Lake on: Wednesday, February 17, 2016 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of Burns Lake Office at 15 3rd Ave. A SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY WILL BE PROVIDED to residents of local senior’s housing on February 24th, 2016 at the following dates and times: Carol Cottage, 17 4th Avenue, Burns Lake, BC, from 9:30am - 11:00am Heritage Manor, 23 9th Avenue, Burns Lake, BC, from 1:00pm - 2:30pm Tweedsmuir House, 53 9th Avenue, Burns Lake, BC, from 3:00pm - 4:30pm

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING A public meeting will be held to discuss the proposed increase in the tax limit on

February 15th at 7:00 pm at the Burns Lake Chamber of Commerce Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. At least one piece of identification must prove the resident’s address, and at least one piece of identification must include the resident’s signature.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners.

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF BULKLEY-NECHAKO BYLAW NO. 1751 A bylaw to amend the tax limit of the Lakes District Airport Local Service from $93,750 per annum to $190,000 per annum WHEREAS: A. The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has established by Bylaw No. 1084, a service for contribution to the costs of the Lakes District Airport operated by the Lakes District Airport Society; B. The Regional Board of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako wishes to increase the tax limit for the service from NINETYTHREE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($93,750) per annum to ONE HUNDRED NINETY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($190,000) per annum; C. The approval of the Inspector of Municipalities has been obtained under Section 801 of the Local Government Act. D. The approval of the electors in Electoral Areas “B” and “E” and the Village of Burns Lake has been obtained under Section 801 of the Local Government Act. NOW THEREFORE the Regional Board of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows: 1. Section 6 of Bylaw No. 1084 is hereby repealed and the following substituted therefore: 6. The maximum amount of taxation that may be requisitioned for the cost of this service shall be ONE HUNDRED NINETY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($190,000).

2. This bylaw may be cited as the “Lakes District Airport Contribution Local Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1751, 2015.”

READ A FIRST TIME this 19th day of November 2015 READ A SECOND TIME this 19th day of November 2015 READ A THIRD TIME this 19th day of November 2015 I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of Bylaw No. 1751.

Corporate Administrator APPROVED BY THE INSPECTOR OF MUNICIPALITIES this 9th day of December, 2015 ASSENT OF ELECTORS OBTAINED this day of , 2016 ADOPTED this day of , 2016 Chairperson

Corporate Administrator

TAKE NOTICE that the above is a true copy of “Lakes District Airport Contribution Local Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1751, 2015” on which the vote of the electors within Electoral Area “B” (Burns Lake Rural) and Electoral Area “E” (Francois/ Ootsa Lake Rural) of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako will be taken.

The question that is to be voted on is: “Are you in favour of Lakes District Airport Contribution Local Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1751, 2015 which would have the effect of increasing the annual taxation limit from $93,750 (equal to a residential tax rate of $0.20 per $1,000 on improvements only, based on 2015 assessments) to $190,000 (equal to a residential tax rate of $0.41 per $1,000 on improvements only, based on 2015 assessments)?”

The tax rate referred to above does not include the 5.25% fee charged by the Province to collect taxes for Regional Districts.

GENERAL VOTING DAY General Voting Day will be open to QUALIFIED ELECTORS between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at the following locations: Electoral Area “B” (Burns Lake Rural) • Lakeside Multiplex, 103 Flogum Drive, Burns Lake, B.C. • Rose Lake Hall, 27239 Highway 16 West, Rose Lake, B.C. Electoral Area “E” (Francois/Ootsa Lake Rural) • Grassy Plains Elementary-Junior Secondary School, 34310 Keefes Landing Road, Grassy Plains, B.C. • Trout Creek Hall, 39630 Colleymount Road, Francois Lake, B.C. • Francois Lake Elementary School, 860 Francois Lake Road East, Francois Lake, B.C. • Lakeside Multiplex, 103 Flogum Drive, Burns Lake, B.C. ADVANCE VOTING Advance Voting will be open to QUALIFIED ELECTORS between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at the following locations: Electoral Area “B” (Burns Lake Rural) • Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Office, 37, 3rd Avenue, Burns Lake, B.C. Electoral Area “E” (Francois/Ootsa Lake Rural) • Southside Economic Development Association, 1246 Uncha Lake Rd. Southbank, B.C. • Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Office, 37, 3rd Avenue, Burns Lake, B.C. Any qualified elector may vote at an advance voting opportunity.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this referendum will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • you are a Canadian citizen; and • you are, or will be on General Voting Day, age 18 or older; and • you have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; and • you have been a resident of OR registered owner of real property in the jurisdiction for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day; and • you are not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting, or not otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident Electors will be required to produce 2 pieces of Identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-Resident Property Electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners. If there Is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those Individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector.

Proof of ownership of the property must be provided including the legal description and physical address (tax notice, utility bill, or recent copy of the Land Title Search).

It is recommended that Non-Resident Property Electors contact the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako in advance of General Voting Day to be certain that all requirements have been met.

RESIDENT AND NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS ARE ALLOWED ONLY 1 VOTE REGARDLESS OF THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES OWNED. Companies/Corporations Properties registered in company/corporation names do not qualify under the Local Government Act to vote.

Accepted I.D. Classes of documents that may be accepted as evidence of identification are: a British Columbia Driver’s License, a BCID card, an ICBC Owners Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle license, A British Columbia CareCard or GoldCareCard, a Ministry of Social Development and Economic Security Request for Continued Assistance from SDES8, a Social Insurance Card, a Citizenship Card, a real property tax notice, a credit card or debit card, or a utility bill.

If you have any questions in this regard, please contact Cheryl Anderson, Chief Election Officer or Geraldine Craven, Deputy Chief Election Officer at (250) 692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339.

Given under my hand this 28th day of January, 2016.

Cheryl Anderson, Chief Election Officer

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Babine Forest Products Limited INVITATION TO TENDER Supply and Installation Sealed tenders marked “Installation of Twain FSR Sites 4 and 5” will be received by Babine Forest Products Limited, up to 2:00 PM local time, on the 7TH of March 2016. Mailing address: Babine Forest Products Limited, Box 4000, Burns Lake BC, V0J 1E0. There is no mandatory site viewing but bidders are cautioned that a site review is advised.

Fraser Lake Sawmills will hold a public viewing of the proposed Amendment 11 to their Forest Stewardship Plan for the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James Forest Districts.

This amendment is required to include the Cheslatta Carrier Nation’s Forest License A93806 into the existing plan.

The scope of work defined in Schedule A, is summarized below for the installation of the two permanent 2400mm x 16m long embedded corrugated steel pipes (CSP’s) for Twain sites 4 and 5

The proposed amendment is available for review and comment at the Lejac mill site east of Fraser Lake on Highway 16 from January 20, 2016. Persons may review the plan at this location during business hours. Written comments may be submitted in person to the Lejac mill site or by mail to:

T Twain FSR site 4: • Installation of a permanent 2400mm diameter embedded CSP for a new S4 crossing at Twain site 4. 2400mm diameter CSP will be supplied by the Owner, FOB to site.

• There is currently a 25’ long x 16’ wide steel portable bride in place at this site.

Upon the successful installation of the permanent crossing, it will be the responsibility of the Contractor to remove and deactivate the temporary bridge.

Fraser Lake Sawmills Attention: Jaret van der Giessen, R.P.F P.O. Box 100, Fraser Lake, BC V0J 1S0 Comments must be received in writing no later than 5:00 pm on March 20, 2016. For further information, please contact Jaret van der Giessen, R.P.F. at 250-699-6235.

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T Twain FSR site 5: • Installation of a permanent 2400mm diameter embedded CSP for a new S4 crossing at Twain site 5. 2400mm diameter CSP will be supplied by the Owner, FOB to site.

• There is currently a 20’ long x 16’ wide steel portable bride in place at this site.

Upon the successful installation of the permanent crossing, it will be the responsibility of the Contractor to remove and deactivate the temporary bridge.

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At Rio Tinto we take social responsibility seriously.

Rio Tinto partnered with the District of Vanderhoof, the Governments of British Columbia and Canada to build and operate the Nechako White Sturgeon Hatchery. The annual Nechako White Sturgeon Release Day is a demonstration of Rio Tinto’s commitment to protecting this endangered species.

Investing in communities: in 2015, Rio Tinto donated just under $900,000 to non profit organizations that support health, education, youth and the environment throughout BC. BC Book Prize Tour BC Schools Curling Championship BC Seniors Games Burns Lake Chamber of Commerce Burns Lake Rotary Club - Trek Breakfast Clubs of Canada Canadian Cancer Society Canucks Place Children’s Hospice Cheslatta Carrier Nation Cultural Events Indspire Grassy Plains Pre-school program Francios Lake PAC Group Fraser Lake Festival of the Arts Fraser Lake Santa’s Anonymous

Lakes District Arts Council Lakes District Animal Friendship Society Meningitis BC Nechako White Sturgeon Conservation Centre Nechako Valley Community Services Society Nechako Valley Rodeo Association Nechako Valley Wrestling Club Pacific Northwest Music Festivals Skin Tyee Nation Cultural Events Soaring Youth Conference & National Awards Vanderhoof Children’s Theatre Vanderhoof Kinettes Food Hamper Program Vanderhoof Free Skate Program Vanderhoof National River Day Festival

“Last year throughout the areas we operate in British Columbia, Rio Tinto donated just under $900,000 to help support worthy causes including the ones listed above. Money well spent we think, because the well being of our communities is also a good thing for us.” .... Gaby Poirier, general manager, Rio Tinto BC Operations.

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