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T he WeeklyANCHOR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY
Important safety tips while renovating
Renovations and DIY projects are great ways to Let in fresh, clean air. Keep your work areas well ceiling tiles, house siding and automobile parts.
turn a house into a home. In fact, whether you rent ventilated. Open windows and doors, run your Before doing any renovations, have a professional
or own, there are many things you can do to make exhaust fans and work outside whenever possible. test for asbestos. If found, hire a qualified asbestos
your space your own. However, whether you are Take care with composite wood products. removal specialist to get rid of it before work
undertaking major renovations or a small touch- Products such as plywood and particleboard are starts. Do not disturb an area containing asbestos,
ups, it’s important to be aware of any potential made of wood pieces or fibres bonded together with and never try to remove it yourself.
exposures to chemicals and pollutants. glue, which can contain formaldehyde. If you're Check for lead-based paint. If your home was
By following a few straightforward safety tips, buying something made of composite wood, such built before 1991, it may contain lead-based paint.
you can keep you and your family safe while as furniture, cabinets, countertops or flooring, If you want to find out whether it does, you can
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE giving your home a new look. Here are some check the label for more information about send paint chip samples to a lab for analysis or hire
formaldehyde. Ask retailers, vendors, and
a contractor who has the proper x-ray equipment to
guidelines:
Follow instructions carefully. Read and follow manufacturers to help. detect lead on painted surfaces.
Keep vulnerable people away. Children,
Use low-emission products. Paint or varnish
Professional Digital PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE all safety, usage and disposal instructions every often has a noticeable smell. The odour comes from pregnant people, those with pre-existing health
Professional Digital
time you use a household chemical product. Look
Passport System for hazard symbols on the front of the product. emissions that contain volatile organic compounds conditions and seniors may be at greater risk to the
Passport System
(VOCs). Some household chemical products that
health effects of exposure to chemicals. When
Wear protective gear. Protective gear may
include gloves, a proper breathing mask and safety
renovating, it is recommended that these groups
are labelled as "low emission" give off fewer
photos ready glasses. Product labels will provide more detailed VOCs. Read the label and choose products that are stay clear of project areas.
photos ready
Find more safety tips at canada.ca/healthy-
information on any additional safety equipment
low in VOCs.
in minutes you should wear. found in older insulation, cement, plaster, floor and home. - NC
in minutes
Prevent exposure to asbestos. Asbestos can be
while you wait...
while you wait...
New Executive Director at the EDCLS
submitted programming province wide.
The board, staff and volunteers of
This January, Vera Calvert, The Edson and District Community
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Executive Director of the Edson and Learning Society wish a heartfelt
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thanks to Vera for all her work!
District Community Learning Society
EDCLS is pleased to welcome
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson (EDCLS) retired after a successful Ewen Murray, former teacher,
career of 35 years with the
780-723-5787
780-723-5787
organization.
principal and deputy superintendent
with GYPSD, as the new Executive
Under Calvert's leadership, EDCLS
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
780-723-578780-723-5787
7 T became a charitable organization, Director for EDCLS.
Ewen has lived in Edson for the
opened the Adult Learning Centre,
and began a Family Literacy
moved downstairs to Room #105 (in
program. past 31 years. Our main office has
Calvert started as the only staff the Provincial Building) and The
D
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE! member and grew the organization to Learning Centre is still located in
include eight staff members,
Room #103B. Thank you to Cenovus
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE numerous contract instructors and Energy for their generous donation of
office furniture for our new space.
many volunteers. She has
championed innovative programs for
To find out more about the adult
adult literacy and has served on the learning opportunities we offer, stop photo Cassie Kushniruk
Professional Digital Community Learning Network board, in and see us or visit our website at EDCLS Executive Director Vera Calvert retired in January. Pictured next to
edsonlearning.ca.
aiding the direction of adult literacy
Passport System Calvert is Ewen Murray, EDCLS' new Executive Director.
photos ready AB Wildfire anticipates “mild to moderate” wildfire season
in minutes by Cassie Kushniruk home.” going for a short walk, going to bed, firefighters as people in yellow
To get your property FireSmart
while you wait... March 1 is the official start of ready this spring, AB Wildfire or heading home. To properly nomex pulling a water hose, but there
are various forms of wildfire
extinguish your campfire, soak the
Alberta's 2020 wildfire season, and recommends removing leaves, pine ashes with water, stir them with a firefighters,” said Charbonneau.
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Alberta Wildfire anticipates a “mild to needles, and other debris from your shovel or large stick, and soak the “Each year in late winter we start
T
moderate” season as a result of last
roof or gutters; mowing grass and
interviewing to hire critical support
DO YOU NEED 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson year's significantly wet summer and weeds within 10 meters of the house ashes again until they are cool to the staff, which is radio dispatchers, air
5
touch. If not properly extinguished,
the campfire can re-ignite and cause a
to 10 cm or less; clearing all dead
above average snowfall.
tanker base, and logistics support
7
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
However, according to AB Wildfire
BUSINESS CARDS? D 780-723-578780-723-5787 Area Information Coordinator plants, leaves, and weeds within 10 wildfire, especially if there is wind. staff, to name a few. These positions
Charbonneau mentioned that
meters of the house; maintaining a 1.5
are often needed between May and
Caroline Charbonneau, a hot and meter non-combustible zone around residents must obtain a fire permit mid-September.” For more
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE windy spring can “change conditions your home by raking down to mineral when planning to burn within the information on current job
NEED MORE Professional Digital Passport System photos within a matter of days” as wildfire soil; and storing all combustible items Forest Protection Area, with the opportunities, visit
BUSINESS CARDS ready in minutes while you wait... danger is primarily driven by fine-fuel within 10 meters of structures. exception of a campfire. “To obtain a wildfire.alberta.ca/recruitment.
Although there are currently no fire
Youth interested in pursuing a
moisture on the ground and in the
free fire permit, contact your local
OR WANT NEW ONES soil. bans in place in the Edson Forest Alberta Agriculture and Forestry career related to natural resource
“No matter the wildfire danger, we
office,” she said.
Area, Charbonneau advised that
management and forestry will have
DESIGNED? ask everyone who works and residents check the Alberta Fire Bans “We want to remind OHV users that the opportunity to participate in the
recreates in the outdoors to always be website or download the free app they too can start wildfires,” said Junior Forest Ranger (JFR) program
aware of their surroundings,” when heading out camping. “The Charbonneau. To avoid this, AB this year. “If you are interested in the
Come get your cards Charbonneau said. interactive map will help pinpoint if Wildfire asks that OHV users clean outdoors and between the ages of 16-
18, the JFR program may be an
Charbonneau mentioned that spring
done at The Anchor. is the perfect time to get your there are any advisories, restrictions, out hot spots and remove debris from amazing opportunity for you,” said
bans or forest closures in the area you
their machines regularly.
property FireSmart ready in order to plan on having a campfire,” she said. Charbonneau added, “Also remember Charbonneau. “Crew members and
If you plan on having a campfire
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR protect your home from potential during the wildfire season, make sure to avoid tall grass, keep watching leaders complete a wide variety of
wildfires. “When a wildfire is
work and educational projects based
behind you, and carry means of
5040 3rd Ave. approaching a community, often the you build the campfire in a ground- extinguishment in case your machine on natural resources. The best part is
780-723-5787 embers from the fire blown by the level location that is sheltered from starts a wildfire.” you are paid to have one of kind
experiences while getting to explore a
Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
wind will cause your property to
the wind and located near a source of
ignite into flames,” she said. “If you water. If there is no available water offers a variety of seasonal job career related to natural resource
FireSmart your property and remove source nearby, keep a large pail of opportunities to support the management and forestry.” Youth can
combustible materials, you have a water within reach. Never leave the management of forest and wildfire submit their applications by visiting
better chance at protecting your campfire unattended, whether you are resources. “We often think of wildfire wildfire.alberta.ca.
D
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
780-723-5787
780-723-5787
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
T
T he WeeklyANCHOR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY
Important safety tips while renovating
Renovations and DIY projects are great ways to Let in fresh, clean air. Keep your work areas well ceiling tiles, house siding and automobile parts.
turn a house into a home. In fact, whether you rent ventilated. Open windows and doors, run your Before doing any renovations, have a professional
or own, there are many things you can do to make exhaust fans and work outside whenever possible. test for asbestos. If found, hire a qualified asbestos
your space your own. However, whether you are Take care with composite wood products. removal specialist to get rid of it before work
undertaking major renovations or a small touch- Products such as plywood and particleboard are starts. Do not disturb an area containing asbestos,
ups, it’s important to be aware of any potential made of wood pieces or fibres bonded together with and never try to remove it yourself.
exposures to chemicals and pollutants. glue, which can contain formaldehyde. If you're Check for lead-based paint. If your home was
By following a few straightforward safety tips, buying something made of composite wood, such built before 1991, it may contain lead-based paint.
you can keep you and your family safe while as furniture, cabinets, countertops or flooring, If you want to find out whether it does, you can
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE giving your home a new look. Here are some check the label for more information about send paint chip samples to a lab for analysis or hire
formaldehyde. Ask retailers, vendors, and
a contractor who has the proper x-ray equipment to
guidelines:
Follow instructions carefully. Read and follow manufacturers to help. detect lead on painted surfaces.
Keep vulnerable people away. Children,
Use low-emission products. Paint or varnish
Professional Digital PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE all safety, usage and disposal instructions every often has a noticeable smell. The odour comes from pregnant people, those with pre-existing health
Professional Digital
time you use a household chemical product. Look
Passport System for hazard symbols on the front of the product. emissions that contain volatile organic compounds conditions and seniors may be at greater risk to the
Passport System
(VOCs). Some household chemical products that
health effects of exposure to chemicals. When
Wear protective gear. Protective gear may
include gloves, a proper breathing mask and safety
renovating, it is recommended that these groups
are labelled as "low emission" give off fewer
photos ready glasses. Product labels will provide more detailed VOCs. Read the label and choose products that are stay clear of project areas.
photos ready
Find more safety tips at canada.ca/healthy-
information on any additional safety equipment
low in VOCs.
in minutes you should wear. found in older insulation, cement, plaster, floor and home. - NC
in minutes
Prevent exposure to asbestos. Asbestos can be
while you wait...
while you wait...
New Executive Director at the EDCLS
submitted programming province wide.
The board, staff and volunteers of
This January, Vera Calvert, The Edson and District Community
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Executive Director of the Edson and Learning Society wish a heartfelt
T
thanks to Vera for all her work!
District Community Learning Society
EDCLS is pleased to welcome
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson (EDCLS) retired after a successful Ewen Murray, former teacher,
career of 35 years with the
780-723-5787
780-723-5787
organization.
principal and deputy superintendent
with GYPSD, as the new Executive
Under Calvert's leadership, EDCLS
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
780-723-578780-723-5787
7 T became a charitable organization, Director for EDCLS.
Ewen has lived in Edson for the
opened the Adult Learning Centre,
and began a Family Literacy
moved downstairs to Room #105 (in
program. past 31 years. Our main office has
Calvert started as the only staff the Provincial Building) and The
D
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE! member and grew the organization to Learning Centre is still located in
include eight staff members,
Room #103B. Thank you to Cenovus
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE numerous contract instructors and Energy for their generous donation of
office furniture for our new space.
many volunteers. She has
championed innovative programs for
To find out more about the adult
adult literacy and has served on the learning opportunities we offer, stop photo Cassie Kushniruk
Professional Digital Community Learning Network board, in and see us or visit our website at EDCLS Executive Director Vera Calvert retired in January. Pictured next to
edsonlearning.ca.
aiding the direction of adult literacy
Passport System Calvert is Ewen Murray, EDCLS' new Executive Director.
photos ready AB Wildfire anticipates “mild to moderate” wildfire season
in minutes by Cassie Kushniruk home.” going for a short walk, going to bed, firefighters as people in yellow
To get your property FireSmart
while you wait... March 1 is the official start of ready this spring, AB Wildfire or heading home. To properly nomex pulling a water hose, but there
are various forms of wildfire
extinguish your campfire, soak the
Alberta's 2020 wildfire season, and recommends removing leaves, pine ashes with water, stir them with a firefighters,” said Charbonneau.
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Alberta Wildfire anticipates a “mild to needles, and other debris from your shovel or large stick, and soak the “Each year in late winter we start
T
moderate” season as a result of last
roof or gutters; mowing grass and
interviewing to hire critical support
DO YOU NEED 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson year's significantly wet summer and weeds within 10 meters of the house ashes again until they are cool to the staff, which is radio dispatchers, air
5
touch. If not properly extinguished,
the campfire can re-ignite and cause a
to 10 cm or less; clearing all dead
above average snowfall.
tanker base, and logistics support
7
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
However, according to AB Wildfire
BUSINESS CARDS? D 780-723-578780-723-5787 Area Information Coordinator plants, leaves, and weeds within 10 wildfire, especially if there is wind. staff, to name a few. These positions
Charbonneau mentioned that
meters of the house; maintaining a 1.5
are often needed between May and
Caroline Charbonneau, a hot and meter non-combustible zone around residents must obtain a fire permit mid-September.” For more
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE windy spring can “change conditions your home by raking down to mineral when planning to burn within the information on current job
NEED MORE Professional Digital Passport System photos within a matter of days” as wildfire soil; and storing all combustible items Forest Protection Area, with the opportunities, visit
BUSINESS CARDS ready in minutes while you wait... danger is primarily driven by fine-fuel within 10 meters of structures. exception of a campfire. “To obtain a wildfire.alberta.ca/recruitment.
Although there are currently no fire
Youth interested in pursuing a
moisture on the ground and in the
free fire permit, contact your local
OR WANT NEW ONES soil. bans in place in the Edson Forest Alberta Agriculture and Forestry career related to natural resource
“No matter the wildfire danger, we
office,” she said.
Area, Charbonneau advised that
management and forestry will have
DESIGNED? ask everyone who works and residents check the Alberta Fire Bans “We want to remind OHV users that the opportunity to participate in the
recreates in the outdoors to always be website or download the free app they too can start wildfires,” said Junior Forest Ranger (JFR) program
aware of their surroundings,” when heading out camping. “The Charbonneau. To avoid this, AB this year. “If you are interested in the
Come get your cards Charbonneau said. interactive map will help pinpoint if Wildfire asks that OHV users clean outdoors and between the ages of 16-
18, the JFR program may be an
Charbonneau mentioned that spring
done at The Anchor. is the perfect time to get your there are any advisories, restrictions, out hot spots and remove debris from amazing opportunity for you,” said
bans or forest closures in the area you
their machines regularly.
property FireSmart ready in order to plan on having a campfire,” she said. Charbonneau added, “Also remember Charbonneau. “Crew members and
If you plan on having a campfire
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR protect your home from potential during the wildfire season, make sure to avoid tall grass, keep watching leaders complete a wide variety of
wildfires. “When a wildfire is
work and educational projects based
behind you, and carry means of
5040 3rd Ave. approaching a community, often the you build the campfire in a ground- extinguishment in case your machine on natural resources. The best part is
780-723-5787 embers from the fire blown by the level location that is sheltered from starts a wildfire.” you are paid to have one of kind
experiences while getting to explore a
Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
wind will cause your property to
the wind and located near a source of
ignite into flames,” she said. “If you water. If there is no available water offers a variety of seasonal job career related to natural resource
FireSmart your property and remove source nearby, keep a large pail of opportunities to support the management and forestry.” Youth can
combustible materials, you have a water within reach. Never leave the management of forest and wildfire submit their applications by visiting
better chance at protecting your campfire unattended, whether you are resources. “We often think of wildfire wildfire.alberta.ca.
D
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
780-723-5787
780-723-5787
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
T
