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- Published: November 28, 2017
Cumberland County Exhibition
The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It was started as a one-day show, changed to 2 and then 3 days and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. The week-long Exhibition consists of various activities including musical entertainment, various farm animals, displays, vendors and more.
The Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival
The Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival began in 1988 in our region and takes place during the last 2 weeks in August. In Oxford various activities take place during the first week of the Festival (follow the Town's Facebook sites and community calendars) and the Cumberland County Exhibition is the last week.
The Capitol Theatre
The Capitol Theatre is host to a variety of music and community events. Upcoming concerts, movies, plays or other events will be posted on the Community Events Calendar on this website, and/or Town or Theatre Facebook pages or the Town's monthly printed calendar.
The Oxford Arena
The Oxford Arena (Lions Recreation Centre) located on Waverly Street hosts tournaments, recreation events, skating shows, hockey and much more. Currently, the town, along with a dedicated group of volunteers, is raising money for renovations and upgrades to the arena. If you would like to support the community's efforts by giving to the Oxford Arena, please call the Oxford Town Hall at 447-2170. All donations are tax-deductible.
Downtown Parks & Picnic Areas
Just across the bridge from the Town Hall, on Lower Main St., you'll find the shady little Black River Park, perfect for picnicking and a nice walk by the river. There are also picnic tables on Water Street, on the grassy area beside the ball field where there is a great view of the river. Back downtown, the Town Hall lawn offers another picnic table that you are welcome to enjoy. Don't miss the attractions in Wild Blueberry Corner (corner of Main and Water Streets).
Fishing & Trails
Three rivers converge in Oxford (Black River, Little River and River Philip) making us one of the best fishing locations in Cumberland County. Canoeists also take advantage of the rivers, enjoying the beautiful scenery.
The TransCanada Trail (now known as The Great Trail) is great for ATVing, hiking, cycling or a leisurely walk. There are also shorter walking trails: The Bunny Trail (off the Great Trail) and Northumberland Nature Trails at the entrance to the Oxford Regional Education Centre on Lower Main Street.
Be sure to check out community events to stay up-to-date on what's happening in Oxford.
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Town of Oxford
105 Lower Main Street.,
P.O. Box 338
Oxford, Nova Scotia
B0M 1P0
Main Phone Line: (902) 447-2170
Fax Line: (902) 447-2485
Customer Service Request Form: Submit a Customer Service Request
General Inquiries please email: info@oxfordns.ca
For Billing or Billing Inquiries, please email: billing@oxfordns.ca
Staff and Department Directory
Title | Name | Phone | |
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CAO | Linda Cloney | (902) 447-2624 | lcloney@oxfordns.ca |
Manager of Finance | Ruthann Brookins | (902) 447-3194 | ruthann.brookins@oxfordns.ca |
Revenue Officer & Office Receptionist | Catherine Smith | (902) 447-2170 | csmith@oxfordns.ca |
Office Assistant | Stan McDougall | (902) 447-3110 | admin@oxfordns.ca |
Municipal Physical Activity Leader (MPAL) | Marion Abbott | (902) 694-5928 | mpal@oxfordns.ca |
Public Works Supervisor | Nick Purdy | (902) 397-3002 | publicworks@oxfordns.ca |
Land Use Planning (shared position) | Andrew Fisher | (902) 664-6580 | afisher@amherst.ca |
Fire Chief | Bruce Rushton | (902) 397-2346 | rbrushton63@gmail.com |
RCMP | Oxford | (902) 447-2525 | |
BurnSafe Nova Scotia | (855) 564-2876 | https://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/ |
- Published: May 16, 2014
Cumberland County Exhibition
The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It was started as a one-day show, changed to 2 and then 3 days and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. The week-long Exhibition consists of various activities including a queens' pageant, talent show, various farm animals, different displays and vendors and more.
The Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival
The Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival was added in 1988. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, participate in a blueberry pie eating contest, take in a live concert, or visit one of our participating farmers markets. The Cumberland County Exhibition runs the last week in August and the Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival runs the last 2 weeks in August.
The Capitol Theatre
The Capitol Theatre is host to a variety of community events. The theatre was built in 1923 and has been upgraded recently to include a new lobby, washrooms and technical equipment. Jam sessions are held every couple of weeks where amateur musicians are encouraged to join in and show off their musical talents. Any upcoming concerts, movies and other events will be posted on the community events page.
The Oxford Arena
The Oxford Arena (Lions Recreation Centre) located on Waverly Street hosts tournaments, recreation events, skating shows and much more. Currently the town along with a dedicated group of volunteers is raising money for renovations and upgrades to the arena. If you would like to support the community's efforts by giving to the Oxford Arena, please call the Oxford Town Hall at 447-2170. All donations are tax deductible.
Lions Parkland
Located minutes off the Trans-Canada highway is the Lions Parkland. Enjoy a swim in our natural salt water lake or spend time picnicking, enjoying the view in the park. There are three rivers that converge into Oxford (Black River, Little River and River Phillip) making us one of the best fishing locations in Cumberland County. Canoeists also take advantage of the rivers enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Be sure to check out community events to stay up-to-date on what's happening in Oxford.
- Published: May 16, 2014
Parkview Family Restaurant and Inn
Highway 104
Oxford, NS, B0M 1P0
Telephone: (902) 447-2258