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Proclamation - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
- Published: September 30, 2026
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September 30, 2026
Whereas the Government of Canada has designated September 30th as the annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s call to Action #80, to mark the tragic history and harm caused by the legacy of residential schools; and
Whereas this day commemorates and honours the children who never returned home, and acknowledges the resilience, dignity and strength of survivors and intergenerational survivors, families, and communities; and
Whereas the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action provide important guidance to all individuals and governments to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance reconciliation; and
Whereas the Town of Oxford is dedicated to implementing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action relating to municipalities;
Therefore, Be It Resolved that I, Mayor Greg Henley, on behalf of the Town of Oxford Council, do hereby proclaim September 30th as the “National Day of Truth and Reconciliation” in Oxford, NS; and
Further Be It Resolved that Council urges Oxford residents to observe this day with reflection and action to build understanding of our shared history with Indigenous Peoples. By acknowledging the truths of our past, we strengthen our commitment to a future founded on respect, unity, and understanding.”
Dated at Oxford, Nova ScotiaThis 30th day of September 2026
Greg Henley, Mayor
Proclamation Right to Know Week
- Published: September 28, 2026
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September 28 to October 4, 2026
WHEREAS the Town of Oxford has adopted the principles of openness, transparency and accountability; and
WHEREAS Part XX of the Municipal Government Act gives citizens a right of access to information in the custody or under the control of the Town of Oxford; and
WHEREAS access to information ensures citizens of Nova Scotia have the opportunity for meaningful participation in the democratic process; and
WHEREAS a celebration of the right of citizens to access information will facilitate informed public participation in policy formulation, ensure fairness in government decision-making and permit the airing and reconciliation of divergent views; and
WHEREAS the Town of Oxford joins all other Canadian jurisdictions and democracies world-wide in acknowledging international Right to Know Week;
THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Greg Henley, Mayor, Town of Oxford, do hereby proclaim September 28 to October 4, 2026, to be Right to Know Week in the Town of Oxford. Signed at Town of Oxford, Oxford NS, on this 28th day of September 2026.
Mayor, Greg Henley
Employment Opportunity - Public Works Supervisor
- Published: September 25, 2026
Public Works Supervisor Position - Employment Opportunity
The Public Works Supervisor is required to be a working supervisor – hands-on with the Public Works Department.
Preferred candidates will be qualified in Class II Water Distribution and Class I Wastewater Treatment.
Candidates must have a high-school diploma, post-secondary education is an asset and demonstrated experience in the delivery of municipal services and management. In addition, possessing credentials in traffic control, WHMIS, heavy equipment certification, trenching, fall arrest, confined space, confined space rescue, and trained with using multi gas detectors would be an asset. Additional critical skills required are excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
A copy of the pdf Job Description can be found here(205 KB) .
Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant skills, knowledge, and experience for this position. Applications should be clearly marked “Public Works Supervisor”, and will be accepted until 3:00 pm on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Please email a cover letter and resume to info@oxfordns.ca. Salary wage is $63,835.20 - $74,796.80.
The Town thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
HomeShare Sept 28, 2026 Oxford Fire Hall
- Published: September 17, 2026
Colchester Residential Services Society
HomeShare
Discover how HomeShare creates inclusive homes, meaningful connections, and supportive communities.
When: September 28, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Where: Oxford Fire Hall - 115 Waverly Street., Oxford, NS
Light refreshments will be served.
Free Resource - Overdose First Aid Guide
- Published: September 16, 2026
Oxford is known as the Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada, with seasonal workers and visitors adding to the town's population each year. More people moving through a small community means more situations where a trained bystander could be the first to respond. A free guide puts that knowledge in reach.
Our Overdose First Aid guide was reviewed by former fire chief Jan Rader and contains a free PDF to download:
It was reviewed by Jan Rader, a former fire chief who spent years on the front lines of the overdose crisis:https://www.drugrehab.ca/jan-rader/
Nova Scotia lost a record number of people to opioid-related overdoses in recent years, driven by toxic unregulated supply reaching communities faster than training reached bystanders. Our guide helps close that gap.
Warm regards,Marcel GemmeFounder, DrugRehab.ca https://www.addicted.org/supe/
Host, From Prevention to Recovery with Marcel Gemme
https://www.addicted.org/podcast/
Proclamation - Welcoming Week Sept 10-19 2026
- Published: September 10, 2026
Proclamation - Welcoming Week 2026
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Our Town of Oxford’s success depends on ensuring that all residents of the Town of Oxford feel welcome here.
Today, new Oxford residents are a vital part of our community – bringing fresh perspectives and new ideas, starting businesses, and contributing to the vibrant diversity that we all value.
This week, we honour the spirit of unity that brings neighbours together across the Town of Oxford.
During Welcoming Week, I invite all residents of the Town of Oxford to join this movement of communities – nationwide and worldwide – by renewing our commitment to our core values and taking action in the spirit of welcoming. By working together, we can achieve greater prosperity and make the Town of Oxford the kind of place where diverse people from around the world feel valued and want to put down roots.
This year’s theme is “Stories We Share: The Courage to Connect”. The theme highlights building on last year’s Stories We Share theme by going deeper this year. When we stay curious and open to one another, we find the stories that reminds us that we’re not navigating this moment alone.
Welcoming Week is where those stories become action – where what communities say about themselves starts to shape what they actually do. Working through our own vulnerability to welcome others, to be seen, and to make our communities stronger; that is a courageous act.
Regardless of where we are born or what we look like, we are Oxford residents, united in our efforts to build a stronger Town of Oxford. By recognizing the contributions that we all make to create a vibrant culture and growing economy, we make our community more prosperous and more inclusive to all who call it home.
Let us come together to build communities where every resident has the opportunity to contribute at their best. Let us come together to create more prosperous communities and to reaffirm that the Town of Oxford is a welcoming community.
Therefore, I Greg Henley, Mayor, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the laws of the Town of Oxford, do hereby proclaim the week of September 10 – 19, 2026, Welcoming Week. I call upon the people of the Town of Oxford to join together to build stronger communities across our Town, the County of Cumberland and Province of Nova Scotia.
Dated at Oxford, Nova Scotia
September 10, 2026
Greg Henley, Mayor
Town of Oxford
Labour Day 2026 Office Closures
- Published: September 4, 2026
Happy Labour Day!
Please note that the Town Hall and Public Works Department will be closed for the Labour Day Holiday on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
Have a safe and Happy Labour Day weekend!
Please be mindful of the children and pedestrians on our streets and crosswalks now that school is back in.
Stop fully at the stop signs.
Proclamation - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month
- Published: September 1, 2026
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WHEREAS: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a diagnostic term used to describe the impacts on the brain and body of individuals prenatally exposed to alcohol. FASD is a lifelong disability. Individuals with FASD experience some degree of challenges in their daily living, and need support with motor skills, physical health, learning, memory, attention, communication, emotional regulation, and social skills to reach their full potential. Each individual with FASD is unique and has areas of both strengths and challenges; and
WHEREAS: Raising public awareness about the risks of prenatal alcohol exposure is essential in preventing alcohol use during pregnancy and promoting the health and well-being of pregnant people, families, and future generations; and
WHEREAS: Individuals with FASD can thrive, contribute meaningfully to their communities, and lead fulfilling lives when provided with the appropriate accommodations and supports; and
WHEREAS: the Town of Oxford recognizes the lifelong effects of FASD and is committed to supporting FASD awareness, healthy pregnancies, improving access to early diagnosis and assessment of FASD, and intervention and support for children, youth, and, adults with FASD and their families; and
WHEREAS: International FASD Awareness Day is observed globally on September 9, 2026, and FASD Awareness Month is observed throughout September 2026 as a reminder of the importance of alcohol-free pregnancies throughout the nine months of gestation, and to encourage compassion, inclusion, and support for those impacted by FASD; and
WHEREAS: The 2026 FASD Awareness Month theme, “Everyone Plays a Part: It Takes a Community”, highlights that supporting individual with FASD and promoting healthy, alcohol-free pregnancies is not just up to one person or the medical system. Community connection unites families, educators, employers, neighbours, and healthcare providers to build inclusive environments. Small, everyday actions collectively lead to a more informed, compassionate, and supportive community; and
THEREFORE, we do by these presents proclaim and declare that September 2026 shall be known as “Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month” and September 9, 2026, shall be known as “Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day” in the Town of Oxford.
Signed at Town of Oxford, Oxford NS, on this 1st day of September 2026.
Greg Henley, Mayor