News
Increase in Fines - Illegal Burning During Wildfire Season
- Published: May 16, 2024
The Province has increased the fine for violating the daily burn restrictions to $25,000, effective today, May 16, 2024.
The fine amounts are set in the Summary Offence Ticket Regulations. The $25,000 fine also includes HST and a victim surcharge, bringing the total to $28,872.50.
Conservation officers, police, and other law enforcement officers can issue the fine on the spot in the form of a summary offense ticket.
From March 15 to October 15, daily burn restrictions are in place to help prevent wildfires. Burning is not permitted anywhere in the province between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. because that is often when the risk of wildfires is greatest. The BurnSafe map remains red during those hours every day.
Each day at 2 p.m., the BurnSafe map is updated to show the daily restrictions. People can also call 1-855-564-2876 (BURN) for this information.
CAMPGROUNDS
The Province also announced that the daily burn restrictions apply to provincial, municipal, and private campgrounds this wildfire season.
That means open fires (like campfires) are not allowed from 8 am to 2 pm and people need to check the BurnSafe map to see restrictions for the rest of the day.
Devices like gas stoves and charcoal briquette barbeques can be used anytime, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
National parks are under the jurisdiction of Parks Canada. Questions about any burning in national parks should be directed to Parks Canada.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
These changes are in effect via a proclamation under the Forests Act: https://novascotia.ca/natr/forestprotection/wildfire/fire-proclamation_2024-05-15.pdf
You can see the news release here: https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2024/05/16/large-increase-fine-illegal-burning-during-wildfire-season
Town of Oxford Summer Recreation Student Position.
- Published: May 14, 2024
Town of Oxford
Summer Recreation Student Position
The Town of Oxford has received 50% funding for one (1) summer student through the Canada Summer Jobs funding program. Directly reporting to the Municipal Physical Activity Leader (MPAL), the successful candidate will have the following requirements:
Job Description:
- Assist with the creation and development of Summer Programs provided by the MPAL.
- Implement Summer programs: including special activities, summer soccer, pickleball, tennis, wild blueberry events and healthy living activities.
- Supervise and provide leadership for children participating in summer programs to ensure a safe and caring environment that promotes positive child development.
- Assist with set up and cleanup of all activities.
- Assist with planning and implementation of special town events throughout the summer.
- Administrative and other duties as required.
- Follow any Occupational Health and Safety regulations and practices as determined by the Province of Nova Scotia and/or the Town of Oxford.
Qualifications:
- Highly positive and enthusiastic style: capable of motivating others.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Good conflict management abilities.
- Works well independently and within a team environment.
- Standard First Aid and CPR are an asset.
- Enrolled in school (secondary or post-secondary) for Fall 2024.
- Candidates will be required to work up to 35 hours a week and will be required to work some evenings and weekends.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday, May 28th at 4:00 PM. Funding covers up to 8 weeks of employment with wages of $15.60/hour.
You can send your resume and cover letter by email to info@oxfordns.ca or drop it off at the Oxford Town Hall - 105 Lower Main Street, Oxford, Nova Scotia, B0M 1P0. Be sure to include in the subject line “Summer Student Recreation Job”.
Job Fair May 16, 2024 Amherst Stadium 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Published: May 8, 2024
Job Fair!
May 16, 2024, at the Amherst Stadium from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
for trades, health care, retail, and many more.
Webinar for upcoming Municipal Election Oct 19, 2024
- Published: May 7, 2024
The Municipal Election is coming up soon, October 19, 2024.
Are you interested in becoming a Municipal Councillor for the Town of Oxford?
If so, you may be interested in this free webinar titled “Inside the Civic Chamber: pdf Insights from Municipal Leaders on Serving and Running for Office (222 KB) .
Date & Time: May 29, 2024, from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Online Via Zoom
Target Audience: Residents interested in local governance, prospective municipal candidates, and community leaders.
Register now: Click Here to Register.
NS Walks Walk Group Oxford
- Published: May 6, 2024
NS Walks Oxford
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - meet at the Gazebo beside Scott's Independent Grocery. Times are 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Everyone welcome.
Watermain Repair - Crescent Ave - May 7, 2024 8:30 AM
- Published: May 6, 2024
Message from Public Works:
The Public Works Team will be repairing a water leak on Crescent Avenue tomorrow, May 7, 2024, starting at 8:30 AM. The affected areas will be Sunset Avenue and Crescent Avenue.
There is currently no ETA for the time to repair this leak but Public Works will repair the leak as safely and quickly as possible.
Public Works thanks you for your patience.
May 2024 Gaelic Nova Scotia Month
- Published: May 1, 2024
May 2024 Gaelic Nova Scotia Month Proclamation
WHEREAS, 2024 marks the 28 anniversary of Gaelic Nova Scotia Month which is a time to embrace, honour and celebrate the history, culture, language, contributions, and achievements of Gaels across the province; and
WHEREAS, Gaelic culture is an integral part of the identity of Nova Scotia and Gaels represent one of the earliest non-indigenous cultural groups to settle in Mi'kma'ki; and
WHEREAS, new generations of language learners and cultural champions are carrying on and building upon the legacy of Gaelic Nova Scotia's tradition bearers; and
WHEREAS, our Municipality is committed to collaborating with Gaelic communities to support the growth of Gaelic as a part of the linguistic landscape of Nova Scotia through opportunities for language acquisition and capacity building within communities to ensure, the Gaelic language and culture will thrive in Oxford, NS.
THEREFORE, I, Greg Henley, Mayor of Oxford do hereby proclaim May 2024 as "Gaelic Nova Scotia Month" in the Municipality of Oxford, Nova Scotia.
Signed May 1, 2024 by Greg Henley,
Mayor of Oxford, NS.
Nova Scotia Walks Day May 8, 2024
- Published: April 29, 2024
Nova Scotia Walks Day!
Come out on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, for Nova Scotia Walk Day!
The walk starts at 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM at the Oxford Gazebo beside Scott's Independent.
Everyone is welcome!