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A Monthly update on the Energy Industry
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ENERGY EDUCATION IN ACTION
Coal Valley Mine operations suspended
At full production approximately 400 to 425 employees work at the mine
continued from front the employees impacted by this decision. Westmoreland's management team is
steadfastly prioritized the health, safety and There will be a ripple effect with contractors currently working with all stakeholders on a
well-being of its employees, the local and those that provide goods and services to phased reduction of production operations at
community, and all other stakeholders in its the mine. We hope that the Coal Valley Mine the mine site, with the transition to full care
coordinated response to the virus. "Based on will return to normal operations sooner rather and maintenance activities expected to occur
the latest assessment of the continuing and than later." within the next quarter. "Given the
ongoing impacts of this situation, the County Mayor Jim Eglinski said, "This is indeterminate nature of the constraints and
management team ultimately concluded that devastating news, but the decision to protect challenges imposed by the pandemic and the
there was no other option than to place the the health of the staff and prevent the spread continued uncertainty of the pandemic, there
Mine into a state of care and maintenance," of Covid-19 is understandable. Unfortunately is no re-opening plan at this time," said
the company stated in a release. There have this is just another one of the direct impacts Siebring.
been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the of this pandemic on our communities and
mine. families. It also affects Canada when we talk (see page 19 for background information)
Commenting on the determination, Joe about our coal exports; this will definitely
Micheletti, Chief Operating Officer for the hurt the economy. I think the one promising
company stated, “This is a very difficult thing is that Westmoreland is keeping
decision for us to make, however, we know everything in a state of operation, so it can be
it's the right decision in the circumstances opened when they think it's safe to do so. In Event Reminder
and one that balances our duty of care to our the meantime, I am very frustrated for our
workforce with the long-term interests of local families and businesses the mine did July 9: Join the Edson & District Community
Learning Society for a Scavenger Hunt at
Coal Valley. For over four decades, safety support —and we'll all have to get through Willmore Park from 10:30 am to 12 pm. All
has been the cornerstone priority at the this together." ages are welcome. Meet at the picnic tables
operation and these actions highlight the All the equipment and infrastructure on near the campground registration. Stay
extent to which the day to day activities at site, including the processing plant, will be afterwards for a picnic in the park. Please
this unique mine have been compromised by maintained to preserve a state of operational observe physical distancing. Please do not
bring toys, food, or beverages to share with
COVID. Severance remuneration will be readiness. “We will be transitioning to a others. Remember to bring hand sanitizer,
paid to all of the valued employees affected small number of employees remaining on sunscreen, bug spray, bottled water, snacks,
by this disappointing outcome.” site to maintain the property and equipment, and a picnic blanket.
Edson Mayor Kevin Zahara said, "This as well as to oversee all environmental
news is devastating under the current responsibilities and compliance,” said
economic conditions as they are a major Stephen Love, Coal Valley's General Manger.
employer in our community and have a long “The operation will take all necessary steps
standing history of providing good quality, to ensure that safety and environmental
high paying jobs. Our thoughts are with all protocols and procedures are diligently
followed during the care and maintenance
period,” Mr. Love added.
Distributed to major
oil & gas and energy Sales
leaders in the
region Rentals Scada Automation
* Edson *
* Hinton* Service Instrumentation
* Grande Cache * Electrical
* Drayton Valley * Installation
* Whitecourt *
The Oilpatch is published
the third week of every Randal Brown
month and is read by a When on the road, go with
broad section of energy Cell: (780) 712-0388
industry professionals, the names you can trust Chris Robinson
from company executives
to oil and gas personnel Cell: (780) 723-1270
and purchasing agents. It MORAD COMMUNICATIONS LTD.
also goes to oilfield
service companies, MORAD 5108-2 Ave., Edson
suppliers and equipment Ph: 723-3939; Fax: 723-3970 Box 6599 Edson, Ab T7E 1T9
manufacturers.
COMMUNICATIONS LTD. Hinton: (780) 865-4484 himarkcontrols@hotmail.com
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
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PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
Pipeline
Professional Digital
Passport System Pipeline
photos ready
work
in minutes.... *NOTE
PLEASE CALL AHEAD work
BEFORE DROPPING IN.
continues!
4921 - 11 Avenue
The Weekly Anchor Brian Janish Edson, AB T7E 1G1
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson continues! OWNER Fax: 780-665-7392
DROP IN AND SEE! 780-723-5787 Office: (780)712-1610 Email: janish1@xplornet.com
A Monthly update on the Energy Industry
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
ENERGY EDUCATION IN ACTION
Coal Valley Mine operations suspended
At full production approximately 400 to 425 employees work at the mine
continued from front the employees impacted by this decision. Westmoreland's management team is
steadfastly prioritized the health, safety and There will be a ripple effect with contractors currently working with all stakeholders on a
well-being of its employees, the local and those that provide goods and services to phased reduction of production operations at
community, and all other stakeholders in its the mine. We hope that the Coal Valley Mine the mine site, with the transition to full care
coordinated response to the virus. "Based on will return to normal operations sooner rather and maintenance activities expected to occur
the latest assessment of the continuing and than later." within the next quarter. "Given the
ongoing impacts of this situation, the County Mayor Jim Eglinski said, "This is indeterminate nature of the constraints and
management team ultimately concluded that devastating news, but the decision to protect challenges imposed by the pandemic and the
there was no other option than to place the the health of the staff and prevent the spread continued uncertainty of the pandemic, there
Mine into a state of care and maintenance," of Covid-19 is understandable. Unfortunately is no re-opening plan at this time," said
the company stated in a release. There have this is just another one of the direct impacts Siebring.
been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the of this pandemic on our communities and
mine. families. It also affects Canada when we talk (see page 19 for background information)
Commenting on the determination, Joe about our coal exports; this will definitely
Micheletti, Chief Operating Officer for the hurt the economy. I think the one promising
company stated, “This is a very difficult thing is that Westmoreland is keeping
decision for us to make, however, we know everything in a state of operation, so it can be
it's the right decision in the circumstances opened when they think it's safe to do so. In Event Reminder
and one that balances our duty of care to our the meantime, I am very frustrated for our
workforce with the long-term interests of local families and businesses the mine did July 9: Join the Edson & District Community
Learning Society for a Scavenger Hunt at
Coal Valley. For over four decades, safety support —and we'll all have to get through Willmore Park from 10:30 am to 12 pm. All
has been the cornerstone priority at the this together." ages are welcome. Meet at the picnic tables
operation and these actions highlight the All the equipment and infrastructure on near the campground registration. Stay
extent to which the day to day activities at site, including the processing plant, will be afterwards for a picnic in the park. Please
this unique mine have been compromised by maintained to preserve a state of operational observe physical distancing. Please do not
bring toys, food, or beverages to share with
COVID. Severance remuneration will be readiness. “We will be transitioning to a others. Remember to bring hand sanitizer,
paid to all of the valued employees affected small number of employees remaining on sunscreen, bug spray, bottled water, snacks,
by this disappointing outcome.” site to maintain the property and equipment, and a picnic blanket.
Edson Mayor Kevin Zahara said, "This as well as to oversee all environmental
news is devastating under the current responsibilities and compliance,” said
economic conditions as they are a major Stephen Love, Coal Valley's General Manger.
employer in our community and have a long “The operation will take all necessary steps
standing history of providing good quality, to ensure that safety and environmental
high paying jobs. Our thoughts are with all protocols and procedures are diligently
followed during the care and maintenance
period,” Mr. Love added.
Distributed to major
oil & gas and energy Sales
leaders in the
region Rentals Scada Automation
* Edson *
* Hinton* Service Instrumentation
* Grande Cache * Electrical
* Drayton Valley * Installation
* Whitecourt *
The Oilpatch is published
the third week of every Randal Brown
month and is read by a When on the road, go with
broad section of energy Cell: (780) 712-0388
industry professionals, the names you can trust Chris Robinson
from company executives
to oil and gas personnel Cell: (780) 723-1270
and purchasing agents. It MORAD COMMUNICATIONS LTD.
also goes to oilfield
service companies, MORAD 5108-2 Ave., Edson
suppliers and equipment Ph: 723-3939; Fax: 723-3970 Box 6599 Edson, Ab T7E 1T9
manufacturers.
COMMUNICATIONS LTD. Hinton: (780) 865-4484 himarkcontrols@hotmail.com
