News
Transfer Station closed Sat Sept 16, open Wed Sept 20, 2023
- Published: September 15, 2023
Notice from Oxford Town Hall:
Due to the anticipation of stormy weather and for the safety of the public and our employees, the Oxford Transfer Station will be CLOSED Saturday September 16, 2023.
Due to the closure Saturday, the Transfer Station will be OPEN on Wednesday September 20, 2023 from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Hours will continue next week for Thursday 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Stay Safe Everyone!
Hurricane Lee - Watch for Localized Flooding & Damage
- Published: September 15, 2023
Notice from Public Works:
With the anticipation of nasty weather this weekend, Oxford Public Works is encouraging residents to please call us for any localized flooding, or storm related road closures involving flooding, trees or branches down on roadways or power lines. (902) 397-3002.
Stay Safe Everyone!
Hazardous Waste Event for Town of Oxford Transfer Station
- Published: September 14, 2023
CANCELLED - Household Hazardous Waste Event - Oxford
We apologize for the quick change to this article, we have just received advice as of 2:50 PM this afternoon, that the County is cancelling this event and will establish a new date for this event once available.
Hurricane Preparedness
- Published: September 13, 2023
Hurricane Preparedness Tools
With hurricane Lee's impact a few days away and still uncertain, please watch local forecasts and listen to weather bulletins and alerts and prepare for any impact that may occur.
Visit the Nova Scotia Hurricane Emergency Updates and Support Website for Hurricane Safety Tips, Emergency Checklist and Emergency and Disaster Preparedness PDFs to better prepare you.
Stay safe!
Back to school & routine starts tomorrow! Please be careful!
- Published: September 5, 2023
Back to school & routine starts tomorrow!
A friendly reminder that tomorrow is the first day back for students and the crossing guard. Please be mindful of the Intersection and come to a full stop at the stop signs.
Please allow our crossing guard the time safely needed to ensure everyone is safely crossed and out of the way before proceeding.
Our local RCMP will also be observing this first day back to ensure everyone stays safe.
Seniors Care Grant Opening for Application - Sept 1, 2023
- Published: September 1, 2023
Nova Scotia Seniors Care Grant Program - Starts September 1, 2023
Starting Friday, September 1, 2023, seniors can apply to the annual Seniors Care Grant program, which helps with expenses that allow them to stay in their homes longer and improve their quality of life.
The grant has been increased to $750 and now includes home heating as an eligible service. To qualify, Nova Scotians must be 65 years or older by March 31, 2024, live in a home they own or rent, and have an annual household income of $37,500 or less.
"We heard from many seniors that last year's home heating grant made a big difference," said Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care. "We know that the cost of home heating can be hard, especially for seniors, many of whom are on fixed incomes, so we've increased the grant and included home heating as an eligible expense, allowing seniors more flexibility to use the grant in whichever way best suits their needs."
The grant helps seniors cover the costs of a range of healthcare and household services, including physiotherapy, medication and grocery delivery, phone services and home repairs. The grant may also be used for home heating costs, such as furnace oil, natural gas and electricity. More information about the grant, including how to apply, who is eligible and eligible services is available:-- at the program website: Seniors Care Grant.
You can also contact them via email: seniorsgrant@novascotia.ca or by phone (800) 670-4357.
Print applications are available at Access Nova Scotia Centres and MLA offices.
Another change this year is direct deposit for seniors who are signed up for direct deposit with the Canada Revenue Agency. All other eligible applicants will continue to receive their payment by cheque.
Seniors who previously opted in to receive the seniors care grant when applying for the property tax rebate for seniors will need to submit a separate application for the grant beginning this year.
Applications close on March 31, 2024.
Quick Facts:
-- people who received a seniors care grant between December 1, 2021, and May 31, 2023, are eligible to apply for a new grant
-- applicants must keep receipts for work or services provided, live in a home or apartment they own or rent, and have an annual net household income of $37,500 or less --more than 37,000 seniors received a seniors care grant last year
-- the government is investing up to $30.5 million in the seniors care grant this year.
Additional Resources:
Financial assistance and grant programs for homeowners
Action for Health, the government's plant to improve healtcare
Mandate letter of the Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care
Be mindful of local flooding
- Published: August 30, 2023
Message from Public Works: Public Works is asking you to be mindful of localized ponding and flooding as a result of the rains from this morning and potentially heavy rains this afternoon. If you notice excessive ponding or localized flooding, please call Nick Purdy at Public Works (902)397-3002.
$2400 Non-Repayable E-Commerce Microgrant for NS Businesses
- Published: August 29, 2023
The federal government’s Canada Digital Adoption Program continues to offer a $2,400 non-repayable microgrant to small businesses all across the country. This $2,400 – the details of which can be found below and at www.digitalmainstreet.ca/atlantic-cdap– gives businesses an opportunity to build their online and e-commerce presence so that they can expand, create jobs, and fulfill their entrepreneurial potential.
