phraser connector, march 2015, issue 34

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Phraser Connector

YOUR local Fraser l ake, Endako, Fort Fraser area paper

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

RCMP report 2

Better at Homes 3

Tamara’s Obsession 4

Rod & Gun meeting 5

Hockey provincials 6

School District news 8

Calendar 9

Meetings 10

C.A.L.P. 11

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By Elaine Storey

After months of list mak-ing, late-night hockeypractices, letter writing, basket stuffing, phonecalling, donations gather-ing, sign making and acertain amount of hand-wringing ... the Tier 4Bantam Provincials aredone. The dozen or soparents and volunteerswho stepped up and organized FraserLakes’ very first Hockey Provincial cangive themselves a pat on the back, fortheirs was a “Job well done!” Fraser Lake Minor Hockey was awardedthe opportunity to host the provincials inthe Summer of 2014. Despite the loss of200 industry jobs in the community in De-cember, the organizers took the news andforged ahead with their sights set on the

fund-raising goal of $25,000.In her remarks at the opening banquet,organizing chair Donya Nicol asked if anyone of the six teams in attendance repre-sented a community smaller than Fraser

Lake. The answer ... HECK NO!Participating teams traveled from Revel-stoke, Windermere Valley, Whistler,Burns Lake and Houston -all towns with apopulation double and triple that of thehost. From the opening game to the final,this small town welcomed their guests atevery opportunity. The arena was full tocapacity for many of the games and friend-ships were forged by classrooms of stu-

dents who agreed to adopt a team.On Sunday morning host Fraser LakeHawks opened the sixteen-game tourna-ment against league rival Burns Lake. TheHawks played an exciting two periods ofhockey until Burns scored two unanswered

goals in the third to win 7-4.Fraser Lake ended the tour-nament with 3 loses and twoties (tying Revelstoke theonly team to defeat the tour-nament champions)The Whistler Winterhawkswent into the final gameswith 4 wins and one loss. Inthe final against Winder-

mere, they entertained thecrowd with another strong

win, playing a fast clean game where theirshooters putting up numbers – the finalscore 9-5.Revelstoke was awarded the highly covetedFair Play trophy which is awarded to theteam that exemplifies fair play on the iceand good manners off. All teams are in therunning for this award and it

The arena parking lot was full during thefive-day-championship and the stands were

full for many of the 16 games. The foodwas yummy, the ice hard, the hockey ex-citing, the smiles warm, friendships forged – thumbs up Fraser Lake. You did get yourGame On!

Hockey Champions -Whistler

Full-time DoctorLeaving practiseFebruary 27, 2015

To all my Patients in Fraser Lake,

It is with regret that I need to announce circumstances have evolved such that I am required to re-turn to Arizona for family reasons.

I will remain in the community as a physician until the end of May and will continue my practice atthe Fraser Lake Community Health Centre until that time.

I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to the community of Fraser Lake for all their support.I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here and it is with great sadness that I am leaving

Sincerely Dr. Robert Allen



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RCMP Advisory Break & Enters$500 Reward

The 1st Break & Enter March 9th, 2015

Sometime during the evening or early morning of March 9th, 2015 the Sherwin Logging Company on Orange Valley Road was

broken into and the following items were taken.

The items were used and have some wear and tear but were in perfect working condition.The crime was committed by someone who was very specific in what they were looking for. It is clear that the suspect (s) will be

using the equipment to start a welding/service truck or similar-type business. Or they will be looking to sell the items to people ina similar type industry. It’s believed that the suspect (s ) also have knowledge of Sherwin Logging and knew exactly what was storedinside.

The 2nd Break & Enter March 12th, 2015

In the late evening or early hours of March 12th, 2015 the Rocky Mountain Log Homes business was broken into off Highway 16 inLejac. The following items were taken:

If anyone has any information or has any idea on who could have committed this crime please contact theFraser Lake RCMP at 250.699-777. A $500 Reward will be given to information that leads to an arrest.Cst Ray Dickenson will be leading the investigation.

-Red tool box with heavy duty sockets and ratchets-A black & yellow tool box with sockets, bolts socket wrenches-A brand new window air condition are still in the boxApproximate total value of items taken is $1000

-A Miller Plasma Cutter Model: Spectrum 625 ($2200)-A Lincoln Semiautomatic wire feed LN 25 Welder ($2000)-A Lincoln SP 170T Welder($1000)-A Lincoln Invertec 350 PRO Welder ($4000)-20 ton porta pump with yellow hand pump with accessories ($2000)-2 Arc Air gouging torches ($850)-Husqvarna chainsaw with 28 inch bar ($1000)

Red Hautte Swans, a group of fun-loving women don their purple outfits and red hats once amonth and enjoy a luncheon at a local eatery. In March they had a catered luncheon at AutumnServices Centre. Look for these lovely ladies having fun on their float in the July 1st parade.From left: May, Hazel, Eleanor, Sherry, Sue, Eileen, Regina, Gaye, Jean, Donelda In front: Ardelle, Maureen

Red Hats knowhow to have fun& they look goodwearing purple

Photo by estorey




By Elaine Storey

Becoming a pilot project for the United Way Better at Home Program has given Autumn Services an opportunity to roll out newsenior support services in the area. When the announcement was made in December that Fraser Lake was one of five pilots in theprovince to receive funding from United Way, it was recommended that Fraser Lake collaborate with Vanderhoof and Fort St. Jamesto build one large project incorporating all three communities. Following the initial meeting in January, the Fraser Lake workinggroup was left to devise a proposal that would be tailored to our local needs with an agreement to share information, services andguest speakers with Fort St. James and Vanderhoof whenever possible.

Once the working committee was struck, their task was to identify and itemize the top needs then develop a budget to collaboratewith a local non profit that was already doing similar work in the community. Autumn Services was considered a natural fit for theUnited Way funding and Sarrah Storey who has volunteered hundreds of hours at Autumn Services, was hired as coordinator. Sar-rah’s job is to finalize the $53,000 budget and prepare a timetable to coordinate volunteer training and programing. Once volun-teers are trained, seniors will be interviewed and their needs documented. Seniors can expect to see supports like: home visits; lightyard work and assistance with gardening; housekeeping; light home repairs; short-distance travel; and grocery delivery and/or mail

pickup. Seniors will pay for services based on a sliding scale which will be reviewed during the interview process.Autumn Services is very excited about this opportunity to assist seniors. Although we have people who volunteer at the Centre, morevolunteers are needed to carry out the program delivery and to work with Sarrah Storey.We are asking for names of people who are willing to volunteer their time to help deliver these supports. People will receive trainingand will be asked to undergo criminal record checks where necessary. Under certain agreements, volunteers will receive honorari-ums in lieu of payment.

If you are interested in helping us deliver services to seniors, please forward your name to us at Autumn Services Centre at 250.699-0056 and we will put your name on a list. We are honoured to work with United Way in the delivery of our Better at Home Pro-gram.

Sarrah Storey to CoordinateUnited Way Better at Home Program

Fresh Flowers for all occasions.

Anniversary, Birthday, Sympathy,

Grad, New Baby or just because.....

Now delivering to:

Fort Fraser, Fraser Lake & Endako

Call 250-567-3300

(Silk flowers also available)

Stylish Stems Flower Shop

Friend of Coffee Group moves on

Fr left: The Friday coffee girls-Shirley, Anna, May, Lorna, Gaye, Eileen,Carol, Jean and Wilf and Eleanor in front pic by estorey

Wilf Thomson worked in construction, mining and commercial fish-

ing, living most of his life between Prince Rupert and Fraser Lake.

Wilf always had stories to tell about mining in the “old days” andwill be missed by his many friends in the area. Wilf recently moved

to the West Kootneys to be with family. All the friends at Friday

Coffee Group wish you well and will miss you.

pic by Sarrah Storey



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Business directory at a glance: March 2015

Building Supplies

FL Building Supplies Timber Mart 250.699-6506Employment Support CentreProgressive Employment Vanderhoof 1.888-567-7375Endako Rod & Gun ClubContact A Hunter for info 250.699-7763FL & Area Community Adult Literacy ProgramCALP contact Sarrah Storey 250.6996249Flowers in VanderhoofStylish Stem Flower Shop 250-567-3300HairdresserA Cut Beyond 250.699-0055

High Speed Internet

ABC Communications 1.866-413-9995Pets Jerri MalchowPlumbing & HeatingMartineau Plumbing & Heating 250.699-6597/699-1384Taxes & BookkeepingLorraine’s Bookkeeping and Tax Services 250.699-6588Water Treatment SystemTechnopure Water 250.699-6688

Every month, paid ads will be listed in this column for customer convenience

By Elaine Storey

Tamara Ketlo spent eight years in the predominantly male-work

place wearing a welding mask. With her careful hand-eye controland attention to detail, she was considered very good at her job.

Now her personal touches are used in her kitchen where sheturns organic butters into skin creams that go on like silk andsmell like deliciousness...

“I wanted to make healthy skin-products for my family andfriends,” said the young entrepreneur. She tried every cream andlotion on the market and wondered why even the most expensiveones still had ingredients with names she couldn’t pronounce.

Researching ingredients became her passion and Tamara soonfound herself concocting an anti-wrinkle cream because she was

tired of paying the high price of off-the-shelf products. She also became interested in the weight and the type of packaging, dis-covering that one bottle of cream had a false inside to add weightwithout delivering more product.

Tamara made Christmas presents for everyone last year, only todiscover that everywhere she went, others wanted in on the se-cret of her potions. “How do you make it smell so good?” “It nev-er gets greasy” And the best comment to the young businessmind….”Where can I buy more?”

After a few months of doing research and ordering supplies on-line, Tamara came up with a name for her new product-line.

She calls her skin-care line “Natural Obsessions.” “We were driv-ing home one night, thinking of names, and laughing about thisnew obsession I had with skin care and we just tied that in withmy need to be healthy and eat natural and organic and live thesame way. The name just came to us.”

Tamara is taking her interest in skin care to new levels everymonth. My first goal was to break even and that happened veryquickly with sales that surprised her. She interviewed with theproducers of Dragon's Den just for kicks and got lots of helpfulinformation about packaging and developing her business.

Natural Obsessions products are made from effective organicproducts, herbs, locally harvested wild medicinal plants andmedicines. The ingredients read like a menu - orange, carrotseed, aloe, jojoba, white willow, coconut, green tea, rose hip...

From welding to mixing lotionsTamara Ketlo with Natural Obsessions her organicskin care line. Now available in Fraser Lake & area.




Martineau Plumbing Heating

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Look for Lorraine’s Bookkeeping at Autumn ServicesFri. April10 and Sat.18th & 25 at 11:00 - 2:00 pm

Reduced rates for seniors,

low income and students

CALL 250.699-6558

Last day for 2015taxes …..

Thur. April 30th.

Wednesday, April 15th

7 p.m. Room #8 FLESS

Discussion on major changes planned(including New Clubhouse,

Well system etc.)

All Rod & Gun Club Members and any

others interested are urged to attend

Endako Rod & Gun Club

IMPORTANT MEETING

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Bantam Tier 4 Provincial Championships in Fraser LakeYour Fraser Lake Bantam Hawks 2015Back row: Coaching staff-Alan Laffin, Craig Lepoidevin, Harry KoenigThird Row: Colton McMaster, Tristan Williams, Sam Ketlo, Josh Laffin,Devin Scott, Gavin Janzen, Austyn Ketlo, Michelle Ossi

Middle row: Cade Arnason, ShawnaWilliams, Breyden Fitzgerald,Thomas Ketlo, Nolan Nicol, Alex Koenig In front: Nick Stuart

The Employment Program of British Columbia

is funded by the Government of Canada and

the Province of British Columbia.

Are you thinking about starting your own business?

You may be eligible to participate in our Self -Employmentprogram. We provide assistance with business plan

development, entrepreneurial workshops and mentoring,as well as other supports.

Call to make an appointment to discuss your plans with aCase Manager.

NEW FRASER LAKE HOURS **

Tuesday & Thursday 9:30 - 4:00 pm

1-866-567-7375

From theintense slap shotof S Ketlo to the

Atta Boy!between players….. Many greatmoments toremember

Pics by

Elaine Storey

(above) Team Photo with names of sponsors

(below) Players at bench during Time Out

(above) teams on ice for Opening Ceremonies -Fraser Lake, Revelstoke,Burns Lake, Houston, Windermere, Whistler(below) Nolan Nicol taking a wrist shot on the Burns Lake goalie




IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOUNTAIN by Doris Ray

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, MARCH 15, 2015. International Women's Day was first observed in Canada shortly after the United Nations General Assembly invited member statesto proclaim March 8, 1977 as the UN Day for women's rights and world peace.

When it was announced, I remember thinking “What’s the big deal, anyway?” I’d always assumed women were as good – or possiblyeven better - than our bigger, louder, compatriots. Then I recalled applying for a cleaning job back in 1972. It was for a FederalGovernment position.The woman who interviewed me confided that there were actually two positions available on the application form – both for thesame job. The one was categorized as “Housemaid.” The wages were 3 dollars and something per hour. The other was for the maleequivalent: a position labelled “Janitor” for five dollars an hour.I applied for the “Janitor” job and was accepted. Canada has come a long way since legislation was passed in 1918 to allow women the right to vote, butthere were a number of ob-stacles. In 1928 The Supreme Court of Canada - interpreting the British North American Act in light of the times in which it waswritten, ruled that women were not "PERSONS" and therefore could not be appointed to the Senate. One year later in October1929 an assembly of five Canadian women sailed overseas to appeal the case to the Judicial Committee of England's Pricy Council.The Council ruled unanimously that The word “PERSONS” in Section 24 of the Act included both the male and female sex. Canadi-

an women were eligible to run for political office and to be appointed to the Senate.In some countries where laws are rooted in religious tradition, women’s rights still remain stuck in past centuries. Women cannot be seen in public- except when in the company of a man and draped in such a way as to hide their faces.But to quote Bob Dylan: “Times they are a-changing.” Last April there was a newspaper photo of a long line-up of Afghanwoman waiting to cast their vote in an election. I wasso impressed I wrote the following poem:

Women queued up tovoteGather in great numbers

despiteThreats from TalibanYes, they can!Draped in hooded bur-qas, black,Blue and muted colorsCourageous, collectivestandYes, they can!

Like large birds, gettingready to flyVoting in their own land

Women of AfghanistanYes, you can!!

And this year on March 15there was a photo on Twitter

of a group of Afghan menwearing burqas to support

the rights of women. Hurray!The Afghan guys are also

getting onboard.

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We carry a range of lumber, plywood, mouldings, hardware, paints, tools, plumbing,electrical and insulation. We also special order and do deliveries.

WOMEN OF AFGHANISTAN

The family of Jacob Schmidt thank the community of Fraser Lake andarea for their support, wishes, and words of comfort at our loss of

Jacob on March 18th, 2015

So many people to Thank – Neighbours, Friends, all our families from far away. A special Thank-You to the Legion, to Rick, Tom, Peter, Steve

and Son Kevin for playing their tribute to Jake-

“The Working Man” both at the Pines and at the Legion.

Thanks to All of the caregivers at the Pines, staff, doctors,

nurses of Burns Lake, Father James, Brother Roy, Brother Walter.

So many people that sent wishes, cards, food and flowers.. THANKS!

From Ruth, Juanita & Kevin




Possible school closures in District

By Elaine Storey

The Board of Education of School District No. 91has issued a press release stating they are undergo-ing reconfiguration in schools in the Fraser Lake/Fort Fraser and Fort St James area.

“In Nechako Lakes an announcement will occurregarding the potential reconfiguration, with possi-ble closures of schools” in both areas.

A sixty day consultation period (from April 20-June22) will give the public opportunity to consult withboard members about the reconfiguration process

and how it will impact families.

In this open press release, the Board refers to thedecline in student enrollment - In Fort Fraser/Fraser Lake area enrollment is down 200 students inthe last 15 years. In Fort St James enrollment isdown 306 students over the same period of time.

The public is urged to attend the next public meet-ings at the School Board Office on April 20 and May11 at 6:00 p.m.

Hockey Referee honoured at Opening CeremoniesBy Elaine Storey

On Dec 7th, Gord Friesen, one ofFraser Lake’s hockey referees wasdoing a game when he suffered astroke and went down on the ice.

Gord would have been one of theofficials asked to referee in theTier 4 Provincials. As an officialdoing a Provincial tournament hewould receive a silver whistle pin.In a special presentation at theOpening Ceremonies, Gord waspresented not only a silver whistle but also a BC Hockey Gold whistle

for his determination and devotionto returning to full health.

The capacity crowd was wildlyappreciative to see Gord on the iceagain. He attended many of thegames and watched from the view-ing space with his fellow officials.

(From left) Constable Dan Carter (and referee) , Darryl Lerum Northwest Minor Hockey League District

Director, Angela Reynolds who sang Oh Canada, referee Jim Storey Gord Friesen, Bob Storey Northwest

District President, Councillor Kerry Jantz, (First Aider and Coordinator), Mayor Lindstrom, and Sgt Paul

Foster. Picture by Sarrah Storey

MEN’S, WOMEN’S & CHILDREN’S HAIRCUTS

CUTS, COLORS, PERMS, UPDOS,

WAXING, GEL NAILS, EYELASH EXTENTIONS, REDKEN & MORE!

Our Certified EstheticianTasha will be available for

appointments Monday,

Tuesday & Wednesday

And is excited to provide

Eyelash Extensions!

Thinning Hair? Check out ournew product line!

Happy Easter!

Easter EggDecoratingprovided by

Regina Kemp atAutumn Services

Pic by Sarrah Storey




To add to next month’sCalendar

call 250-699-0056or email:

[email protected]

Sponsored byGift Certificates

Available

Journey By Massage

Call Cheryl Stewart

for an appointment

250.699 1837

Foot Care Wellness Massage

Every Tuesday at Autumn Services

April 2015Sun Mon TueCheryl

massage

Wed Thu FriCoffee Group

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Walking GroupStitch group


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12 13 14 Walking Group

Stitch group ArtsCouncil 7pm

15Rod & Gun Club

meeting atFLESS

16Mens CoffeeGroup 10:00

17 Walking Group

Stitch Group Weight loss

18Taxes

10:00-2:00

19 20School Board

meeting Vanderhoof

6:00 pm

21 Walking Group

Stitch groupCancer lunch


24 Walking Group

Stitch Group Weight loss

25taxes

Rec & SmallBusiness Fair

At arena

26Community PotLuck 5:30 HostBetter @ Homes

27 28 Walking Group

Stitch group


(MAY 2)

BikeRodeo

Community Potluck

Sunday, April 26th

5:30pm

This Month’s HostBetter at Home!

To host a potluck call

250-699-0056




Community PageACTIVITIESFriday Night DartsAt the Fraser Lake Legion

Cost is only $2 per personBeginners are welcome!

Seniors Carpet BowlingAt the Fraser Lake LegionAnyone 50 years plus is WelcomeMon & Thurs 1-3 pmCost for a game and coffee is $1New Members Welcome!Held at the Royal Canadian LegionPhone 699-8645 for more info

GROUPS*NEW* MENS COFFEE GROUPMen’s Coffee Group will meet every Thursday morning at 10:00a.m. at Autumn Services. Cost is $1 for chair rental. Firstmonth’s coffee has been donated by Autumn Services All GUYS welcome!

NOTE:Chronic Disease Social Support Group will no longer bemeeting at Autumn Services. Thank-you to everyonewho took part and especially Patricia Peters for organ-izing and facilitating the group.

Mental Wellness Support

The next meeting is Monday, April 20thNEW TIME 10am-11:30am(3rd Monday of every month)

HELP WANTEDFrancois Lake Market Garden Helper3 days a week, 4 hours per dayStart up mid April till mid SeptCall Penny for more Information250-699-8048

MEETINGSFraser Lake & District Chamber of Commerce Meet-ingWednesday, April 1st at 7pmDownstairs meeting room of the FL Arena

Mental Health & Addictions Advisory Committee:Next meeting Thurs, April 9th at 1:30 FL Medical Clinic inthe Library, call Doris @ 699-6976

Fraser Lake & District Historical SocietyMeetings are every 4th Wednesday of each monthThis month: April 22nd at 3:30pm at the Silver Birch Lodge

Fraser Lake Public LibraryThe Fraser Lake Public Library is looking for more Trustees.According to the Library Act we need to have a certain number

of Trustees. We usually meet 9 times a year. Not in July, Augustor December. Our meetings are usually 1 hour or less.If you would like to volunteer to be a Library Trustee or needmore information – please call Audrey at the Library at 250-699-8888.Do you have old DVD’s you want to get rid of? The Fraser Lake

Public Library will gladly take your donation.

Autumn Services AGMMay, 21st at 5:30 pm at Autumn Services

PUBLIC INTEREST MEETINGS

YOUTH ACTIVITIESLego Clubat the Fraser Lake Public LibraryPreschool Mouse Mountain SchoolTuesday: Gym Time 10:30 to 11:30Wednesday: Funday Morning 9:00 to 12:00Friday: Funday Morning 9:00 to 12:00 All sessions are drop-in and are at no cost to families.

***Programs will close for Spring Break and re-open after Spring Break

on Tuesday, April 14th.

Notice of School Board Meetings

Regular Board Meetings of the Board ofEducation of School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) for themonths of April and May 2015 will be held as follows:

Monday, April 20, 2015Scholl Board Office, Vanderhoof, BCMonday, May 11, 2015School Board Office, Vanderhoof, BCThese meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members ofthe public are invited to attend.

80th Annual Daffodil TeaApril 18th 12-3pm

At FL LegionLuncheon adults $7/Children under 6 - $5

Chinese Auction (Old Penny Sale)Skittles Count/ Bake SaleRaffle Draw/ Great Prizes

Tickets available from FL & District Historical Society membersThis event originated with the F.L. Women’s Institute in 1935.

(Information in Deeper Roots & Greener Valleys)Now sponsored by FL & District Historical Society

FL Historical Society Annual Fund Raiser



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Drop In Ladies Night OutApril 21st 7pm-9pm ~ at Autumn Services

Snacks & Refreshments provided

Play games, scrapbook, crafts, sew, needlepointetc!

DROP IN COMPUTER HELP

Need help with your email?

Need help downloading pictures from your

iphone?

Want to learn about Publisher program?

Want to make birthday cards?

Get HELP in the CNC Computer Lab

Every Tuesday 10am-2pm

All courses are FREE!

For more information call Sarrah StoreyC.A.L.P. Coordinator at 250-699-6249

or 250-699-1681 oremail: [email protected]

Fraser Lake & Area C.A.L.P.

COMMUNITY ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM

THE HEART OF LEARNING

Office HoursMonday & Wednesday

9:30am-2:30pm At 298 McMillan Avenue Fraser Lake, BC VOJ 1SO

Call 250.699-6249

I was doing a little pondering today...."Did March come in like alamb or a lion this year?" Guess time will tell what it goes out like?March 11, 2015 and Walter is plowing snow with the D-8 Cat tomake places for the cows to calve!****I have decided that when I die I want to be cremated...it is my lasthope for a "smoking hot body!!!"...LOL..****If you are in the market for some really good pork sausage, give Art& Jo-Ann Blomquist a phone call. They have other cuts available aswell and it is fresh! Really nice to get produce right from thefarmer! If you want good beef call Trevor Tapp.****Our good friend Rita Hiatt next door sold some poppin' good heif-ers awhile back, got a great price for them too! Way to go Rita!****"Hard work spotlights the character of people: Some turn up theirsleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don't turn up atall!" (Sam Ewing, American writer) Reminds me of some of theorganizations we have belonged to! LOL!****If My Body Were A Car:....Ya, if my body were a car, this is thetime I would be thinking about trading it in for a newer model. I'vegot bumps, dents and scratches in my finish and my paint job is get-ting dull.... but that's not the worst of it. My headlights are out offocus, and it's especially hard to see things up close. My traction is

not as graceful as it once was. I slip and slide and skid and bumpinto things even in the best of weather. My whitewalls are stainedwith varicose veins and it takes me hours to reach my maximumspeed. My fuel rate burns inefficiently...but here's the worst ofit....Almost every time I sneeze, cough or sputter, either my radia-tor leaks or my exhaust backfires! Ah, ain't life grand! (in email)****Clair Singleton has her place in Endako up for sale and she is nowliving in Vanderhoof.****Calving season is in full swing for some and just starting for others,hopefully it will be a great year for all cattle owners. With the pric-

es where they are it would be wonderful to have things in a "goahead" gear for everyone! Good luck all!****We went to the "Opening Ceremonies" for the Bantam HockeyTournament. It was great. Did kind of wonder how come someonefrom the B.C. government wasn't there though....guess our votesdon't count much. Our neighbours, S. & T. Williams did a great job out there for Fraser Lake as did all the kids, especially theirYOUNG goalie! Walter was the lucky winner of the 50/50draw...over $800.00!!! Congratulations to you all!

Endako This & ThatBy Audrey Read



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Community interest

Obedience Classes! April 19-June 15This is a 6 week course that runs on Sunday's 2 – 3pm…

Can't make Sunday's? Attend the same class onMon. 6-7pm! No excuses! This fun and informativeobedience class will cover basic manners with emphasis on bonding, praise vs. reprimand and focus training. We willhave a break during the May long weekend. The last weekin June will be a self motivated test day. Sign up now!$100. 250-692-6481 Bakers Acres in Burns Lake

Does your Dog need some training?

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We just had the worst, shortest holiday we have ever had.We are supposed to be on our trip of a lifetime on Viking River Cruises driftingand exploring the south of France.Instead our Air Canada flight out of Prince George was delayed due to mechani-cal issues beyond our control. Even with a letter from the airline saying wemissed our connections to Amsterdam and Marseilles France to board our boat,the travel insurance will not cover the trip cost.The insurance was an extra $700. Travel insurance and Visa Avion travel insur-ance are both a scam.You basically have to have an accident and can't get there because you are toohurt or experience a terrorist attack to ever get paid back. They say Mechanical

Delays and weather are not covered.What other reasons would a flight be delayed? This is just the insurance compa-ny's way to never have to pay you back!I'm going to see a lawyer this week. We are out $7500 Canadian and over $700for the policy and $800 more to get home Sunday night from Vancouver. And,oh yeah all our luggage didn't make it to Vancouver. We got reunited with itwhen we went home to P.G. at midnight.Air Canada and travel insurance tried to get us flights to Europe to meet up withthe cruise a day or 2 later but it's Spring Break all over the world. They wantedus to pay $1600 each to get to London and then pay for two more additional con-necter flights to meet up with the ship. But then we were told they were notavailable, “Sold out everywhere.” Had we gotten a flight we would have been out

the added costs as well.…following the original post: I just spoke to the Cruise Connections specialist and he's going to try to help us.He said they sell Travel Guard to most of their clients and are telling them theyshould pay up. If that doesn't work the company president will get on it. Theinsurance companies make millions off their service every year. I hope this is go-ing to work. Lawyer is a $3000 retainer just to start..

phraser connector, march 2015, issue 34

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