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CEAT shows their appreciation
by Deanna Mitchener
On January 16, the Edson and Area Community
Engagement Action Team (CEAT) Chairperson Alison
Minelli seen presenting Lonny Pillage, Foreman for
Velvet Energy in Edson, with a token of appreciation
for their $7,500 donation sponsoring the "Be Kind, It
Only Takes One" Bullying Awareness T-Shirt
Campaign.
The Community Engagement Action Team is a
community based society which collectively share
resources to promote a healthy, thriving and engaged
community for the residents of Edson and Yellowhead
County, through various initiatives and educational
events that enhance the safety and well being for all.
Town of Edson Community Development Manager
Tanya Byers, said, "Without corporate sponsors like
Velvet Energy, the Community Engagement Action
Team would not have the ability to roll out these high
impact initiatives for the betterment of our
community. This is the second year Velvet has
sponsored our initiative, and we are very grateful for Pictured (back to front) are Unden Desautels, Jacquie Currie, Lonny Pillage, Alison Minelli, Zoe
their support. u Schwitz, Ashley Byers, Jared Schwitz, and John Lara.
Keep your vehicle in peak condition during frigid weather
Keep the battery in good shape -Your vehicle's windshield. Instead, use an ice scraper on frosty contamination from oil or grease. The hoses
battery is especially hard hit when the mercury mornings. If you park outside, place the wipers in should be frrm yet pliable when you squeeze them.
plummets. Cold temperatures reduce its cranking the raised position when it's going to snow Scrap them if they feel brittle or overly soft.
power. In fact, at about oo F, a battery has only overnight to keep them from freezing to the Try to keep your coolant mixture in a 50/50 ratio
about half the cranking power it has at 80° F. To windshield. of antifreeze and water. This will keep your
check a conventional battery, remove the plastic With dirt, mud, and salt residue being kicked up off coolant from freezing until temperatures are well
caps on the top and check the fluid level. (See your the road, it's likely that you11 be using your below zero. Colder conditions, however, can call
owner's manual.) If the fluid is low, add distilled windshield washers a lot, so keep your windshield- for a 60/40 or 70/30 ratio. Under no circumstances
water. On maintenance-free batteries, check that the washer reservoir filled with a winter-blend washer should you use a higher antifreeze-to-water ratio
window at the top of the battery indicates a fully solution that contains an antifreeze agent. than this.
charged state. If it's more than five years old and Also make sure the heater is functioning properly Consider new tires - Spinning out in the snow
shows signs of weakness, replace the battery with a and that plenty of warm air is being directed to the and ending up in a ditch isn't the best way to
top-rated model. windshield when it's in the defrost mode. To help discover your tires are worn out. So if you've been
You can have the battery professionally tested at a prevent your windshield from fogging up, run the waiting to pick up a new set of tires, don't delay as
service station, auto parts store, or repair shop. A air-conditioning system (with the temperature set at your safety depends on tire traction and winter-
tired battery may just need to be charged. But if it's a comfortable level) to dehumidify the air. grade tires tend to be in short supply when the
defective or just worn out, it's best to replace it Finally, check that all the vehicle's lights are snow begins to fall. Look for a highly rated set
before it goes completely dead. Worst case, be sure working properly and that the lenses are clean, so that has performed well in snow-traction and ice-
you know how to jumpstart a car. that you11 have optimum visibility at night and braking tests. Remember that it's safest to replace
Wiper blades -You have to replace wiper blades motorists front and rear will be able to see you. all four tires at one time.
more often than you might think. Even the best- Check the oil- Cold weather can beat up your Consider buying dedicated winter tires mounted
performing wiper blades start to lose their engine, too. Motor oil thickens when cold, :m.Ming on inexpensive steel wheels. These have tread
effectiveness in as little as six months. Streaks or it harder for the engine to tum over. Check your patterns and rubber compounds specially designed
missed expanses of glass are sure signs that the owner's manual for the manufacturer's to grip snow and ice for optimum traction on slick
blades are ready for retirement. recommendation. Generally, you should be using roads. Winter tires typically have shorter tread life
While it's possible to stretch their life by cleaning multi-viscosity oil that has a "W" in the viscosity and generate more road noise than the all-season
the rubber edge of the blade periodically with a index, signifying that it's formulated for winter use. tires that your vehicle came with. But the extra
paper towel and glass cleaner, it isn't safe to do that 'JYpical formulas that are recommended for modern safety they provide is generally worth the
all winter long. Instead, get yourself new blades. engines include 5W-20, 5W-30, and 1 OW-30, compromise.
Most wiper blades are easy to install, and some which provide good oil flow at low temperatures Even if your tires are in good shape, make sure
places will perform the replacement work free of and can often be used year-round. Whenever you that they are properly inflated. Big drops in
charge. have the oil changed, replace the oil filter as well to temperature mean your tires will lose air, because
Clear the windows - If you can't see out the ensure the system has the maximum amount of tire pressure declines with the thermometer.
windows, you're a danger to yourself and everyone flow. Finally, always keep a roadside emergency kit in
around. Don't try to use the wipers and those brand- While the car is in the shop, have the radiator and the car at all times.
new wiper blades to remove ice from the heater hoses checked for cracks, leaks, or
@!;jiffy lube· We Change More Than Just Your Motor Oil •••
Let us Tune-Up Your Fuel System!
* Transmission Fluid * Cooling System Fluid * Driveline Fluids
5220 4 Avenue
Edson, AD WARRANlY APPROV~D- NO APPOINTM~NTg N~C~
CEAT shows their appreciation
by Deanna Mitchener
On January 16, the Edson and Area Community
Engagement Action Team (CEAT) Chairperson Alison
Minelli seen presenting Lonny Pillage, Foreman for
Velvet Energy in Edson, with a token of appreciation
for their $7,500 donation sponsoring the "Be Kind, It
Only Takes One" Bullying Awareness T-Shirt
Campaign.
The Community Engagement Action Team is a
community based society which collectively share
resources to promote a healthy, thriving and engaged
community for the residents of Edson and Yellowhead
County, through various initiatives and educational
events that enhance the safety and well being for all.
Town of Edson Community Development Manager
Tanya Byers, said, "Without corporate sponsors like
Velvet Energy, the Community Engagement Action
Team would not have the ability to roll out these high
impact initiatives for the betterment of our
community. This is the second year Velvet has
sponsored our initiative, and we are very grateful for Pictured (back to front) are Unden Desautels, Jacquie Currie, Lonny Pillage, Alison Minelli, Zoe
their support. u Schwitz, Ashley Byers, Jared Schwitz, and John Lara.
Keep your vehicle in peak condition during frigid weather
Keep the battery in good shape -Your vehicle's windshield. Instead, use an ice scraper on frosty contamination from oil or grease. The hoses
battery is especially hard hit when the mercury mornings. If you park outside, place the wipers in should be frrm yet pliable when you squeeze them.
plummets. Cold temperatures reduce its cranking the raised position when it's going to snow Scrap them if they feel brittle or overly soft.
power. In fact, at about oo F, a battery has only overnight to keep them from freezing to the Try to keep your coolant mixture in a 50/50 ratio
about half the cranking power it has at 80° F. To windshield. of antifreeze and water. This will keep your
check a conventional battery, remove the plastic With dirt, mud, and salt residue being kicked up off coolant from freezing until temperatures are well
caps on the top and check the fluid level. (See your the road, it's likely that you11 be using your below zero. Colder conditions, however, can call
owner's manual.) If the fluid is low, add distilled windshield washers a lot, so keep your windshield- for a 60/40 or 70/30 ratio. Under no circumstances
water. On maintenance-free batteries, check that the washer reservoir filled with a winter-blend washer should you use a higher antifreeze-to-water ratio
window at the top of the battery indicates a fully solution that contains an antifreeze agent. than this.
charged state. If it's more than five years old and Also make sure the heater is functioning properly Consider new tires - Spinning out in the snow
shows signs of weakness, replace the battery with a and that plenty of warm air is being directed to the and ending up in a ditch isn't the best way to
top-rated model. windshield when it's in the defrost mode. To help discover your tires are worn out. So if you've been
You can have the battery professionally tested at a prevent your windshield from fogging up, run the waiting to pick up a new set of tires, don't delay as
service station, auto parts store, or repair shop. A air-conditioning system (with the temperature set at your safety depends on tire traction and winter-
tired battery may just need to be charged. But if it's a comfortable level) to dehumidify the air. grade tires tend to be in short supply when the
defective or just worn out, it's best to replace it Finally, check that all the vehicle's lights are snow begins to fall. Look for a highly rated set
before it goes completely dead. Worst case, be sure working properly and that the lenses are clean, so that has performed well in snow-traction and ice-
you know how to jumpstart a car. that you11 have optimum visibility at night and braking tests. Remember that it's safest to replace
Wiper blades -You have to replace wiper blades motorists front and rear will be able to see you. all four tires at one time.
more often than you might think. Even the best- Check the oil- Cold weather can beat up your Consider buying dedicated winter tires mounted
performing wiper blades start to lose their engine, too. Motor oil thickens when cold, :m.Ming on inexpensive steel wheels. These have tread
effectiveness in as little as six months. Streaks or it harder for the engine to tum over. Check your patterns and rubber compounds specially designed
missed expanses of glass are sure signs that the owner's manual for the manufacturer's to grip snow and ice for optimum traction on slick
blades are ready for retirement. recommendation. Generally, you should be using roads. Winter tires typically have shorter tread life
While it's possible to stretch their life by cleaning multi-viscosity oil that has a "W" in the viscosity and generate more road noise than the all-season
the rubber edge of the blade periodically with a index, signifying that it's formulated for winter use. tires that your vehicle came with. But the extra
paper towel and glass cleaner, it isn't safe to do that 'JYpical formulas that are recommended for modern safety they provide is generally worth the
all winter long. Instead, get yourself new blades. engines include 5W-20, 5W-30, and 1 OW-30, compromise.
Most wiper blades are easy to install, and some which provide good oil flow at low temperatures Even if your tires are in good shape, make sure
places will perform the replacement work free of and can often be used year-round. Whenever you that they are properly inflated. Big drops in
charge. have the oil changed, replace the oil filter as well to temperature mean your tires will lose air, because
Clear the windows - If you can't see out the ensure the system has the maximum amount of tire pressure declines with the thermometer.
windows, you're a danger to yourself and everyone flow. Finally, always keep a roadside emergency kit in
around. Don't try to use the wipers and those brand- While the car is in the shop, have the radiator and the car at all times.
new wiper blades to remove ice from the heater hoses checked for cracks, leaks, or
@!;jiffy lube· We Change More Than Just Your Motor Oil •••
Let us Tune-Up Your Fuel System!
* Transmission Fluid * Cooling System Fluid * Driveline Fluids
5220 4 Avenue
Edson, AD WARRANlY APPROV~D- NO APPOINTM~NTg N~C~
