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Feed Nova Scotia Advisory Committee 2023
- Published: December 6, 2022
Be part of the First Voice Advisory Committee
Feed Nova Scotia is bringing together a small group of folks with lived experience with food insecurity.
- We look at how food insecurity is having an impact and how we can work with communities to create change.
- We'll meet virtually once a month for two hours for one year starting in January 2023.
- Your experiences, thoughts, and ideas will shape the work we do together.
- We will provide each committee member with a $100 honorarium per meeting.
If you live in Nova Scotia and have lived experience with food insecurity, we invite you to apply!
If you would rather complete your application by phone, call 902-334-5077 and we can help.
Shop Cumberland is back!
- Published: December 5, 2022
SUPPORT LOCAL SHOP CUMBERLAND
Shop Cumberland s an initiative to support our local business community here in Cumberland County. We are determined to step up to the challenge and stand proudly behind our local businesses, and we ask for the support of the public as we head into the Christmas shopping season. Where you choose to shop has a huge impact on our community, and we want to encourage you to support local and ShopCumberland as often as possible this holiday season.
Town of Oxford Temporary Hours of Operation Adjustment
- Published: December 5, 2022
Please note that until we get a new heating system installed, our hours of operation will be 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
We thank you for your understanding.
Business Online Accessibility Survey
- Published: November 30, 2022
Business Online Accessibility for Nova Scotians with Disabilities survey has been developed by Access Changes Everything Inc. through the support of the Province of Nova Scotia in partnership with the Department of Communities, Culture Tourism and Heritage.
The survey charts Nova Scotia business online accessibility. The results will tell us what is being done well, and what needs improvement.
The survey is for Nova Scotians with disabilities, and organizations or individuals who support them, to share their experiences with digital and online interactions with businesses located in Nova Scotia.
Lisa Snider at Access Changes Everything Inc. will use the results to write a public report that will be available in early 2023. The results will also help form a free digital accessibility resource for local businesses.
They are looking to reach as many Nova Scotians as possible, so please feel free to share.
There is a draw for a limited supply of $10 gift cards. The survey deadline is December 20th, 2022.
If you need a different survey format or have questions, you can reach out to Lisa Snider at web@accesschangeseverything.com, or call (800) 208-1936.
The Business Online Accessibility for Nova Scotians with Disabilities Survey is located at Business Online Accessibility for Nova Scotians with Disabilities Survey.
For more information please visit Access Changes Everything Inc.
Public Works - Information regarding plugged sewer lines
- Published: November 29, 2022
The Town of Oxford is not responsible for plugged sewer lines from the residential property to the town-owned sewer main and does not perform "sewer rodding" services for the homeowner.
However, the Town of Oxford will make available their sewer rods, by appointment through public works, for residents to borrow for the purposes of "rodding" their own sewer line.
Please call 902-397-3002, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, to request the use of the town sewer rods.
Opportunity for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in Oxford
- Published: November 28, 2022
The Dream Business Program focuses on making the idea of entrepreneurship more approachable. It provides participants with valuable tools and resources to help them figure out the business model around their idea. Participants will receive 1:1 coaching opportunities and access to new connections with other entrepreneurs and become part of the Mashup Community, which provides continued support after completion of the Program. Thanks to the help of the Provincial Government, the Program is free to rural residents in Nova Scotia.
The sessions begin in November 2022 and run once a week for six weeks. Participants will receive 1:1 coaching opportunities, new connections with other entrepreneurs and access to the Mashup Community, which provides continued support after completion of the Program. Your residents can register for the Program at MASHUP LAB.
You can find us on Facebook and LinkedIn to learn more about us and easily share posts on this or another program we deliver. If you'd like to learn more about Mashup Lab, the founder, Andrew Button, describes what we are all about in this short video - Unleash Rural Potential.
If you have any questions or if there are other opportunities you'd like to share with me to reach your residents, please get in touch with me by email - chrystal@mashuplab.ca or at 902-300-2356.
Thank you for helping us unleash rural potential by turning dreams into realities.
Winter Parking Restrictions for the Town of Oxford 2022-2023
- Published: November 22, 2022
Night parking is prohibited during the winter season from November 15th to April 15th so as not to interfere with snow removal operations.
Vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense.
Residents are asked to remove any items that are close to the road that may impede snow removal i.e. basketball nets, piles of fill, lumber, etc...
Snow is not to be pushed into the street by the homeowner or a private contractor while removing snow from a residence or business.
The winter season is coming, and we at the town want to ensure our Public Works department can safely and effectively plow our town streets.
Municipal Awareness Week November 21 - 27, 2022
- Published: November 22, 2022
ova Scotians are invited to celebrate their communities and the people who lead them during Municipal Awareness Week from Nov. 16 to Nov. 22, 2022.
Did you know that Nova Scotia has 51 municipalities with nearly 400 elected officials?
Municipal Awareness Week promotes the importance of municipal government in people's daily lives. It celebrates the dedicated mayors, wardens, councillors and public servants who are essential to the effective governance of municipalities. It also encourages public participation in council meetings, hearings, committees and elections.
In recognition of Municipal Awareness Week (November 21-27, 2022), please watch a video message from the Honourable John Lohr, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.