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Town Hall Closed between 12:00 and 1:00 PM today
- Published: January 10, 2025
The Oxford Town Hall will be closed today between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM today, due to staff shortages.
We will reopen again at 1:00 PM.
Thank you
Volunteer Opportunity - Planning and Advisory Committee
- Published: January 8, 2025
VOLUNTEER Opportunity!
The Town of Oxford's Planning Advisory Committee requires three (3) citizen volunteers to join the committee.
The Planning Advisory Committee is an appointed Committee of Council, and is comprised of three Councillors and three local citizens. The mandate of the Planning Advisory Committee is to perform necessary duties relating to community planning, as required by the Municipal Planning Strategy, Municipal Government Act, and Public Participation Policy.
This committee’s duties include making recommendations to theTown Council on land use planning matters including Municipal Plan Amendments, rezoning of property, zone amendments, and subdivisions.
This committee may meet as much as one evening a month, but only as needed.
If you are interested, please send an email to info@oxfordns.ca expressing your interest.
Proclamation - Alzheimer's Awareness Month January 2025
- Published: January 1, 2025
PROCLAMATION
January 2025
WHEREAS There are an estimated 16,000 people living with dementia in Nova Scotia; and
WHEREAS It is projected that the number of people living with dementia in Nova Scotia will increase by 87% with nearly 30,000 people likely to be living with dementia by 2050; and
WHEREAS The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia is committed to alleviating the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and to promoting the search for the causes, and cures.
THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Greg Henley, Mayor, Town of Oxford, do hereby declare January as Alzheimer's Awareness Month in the Town of Oxford.
Dated at Oxford, Nova Scotia
January 1, 2025
Babysitting Course - Oxford
- Published: December 23, 2024
Babysitting Course - Oxford
Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost: $20.00
Location: TBD
Register Online: YMCA Member Portal
This course prepares youth ages 11-15 with the necessary skills to care for infants, toddlers, and children, including: diaper changes, bottle feeding, basic food prep, basic home safety & first aid, and ideas for games and activities (30ppl max).
Please note: Participants should bring a doll or teddy to practice feeding/holding etc. Lunch is not provided. Reminder we are a nut-free facility.
Watermain Leak Waverly St. December 18, 2024 starting 8 AM
- Published: December 18, 2024
Oxford Public Works Team is repairing another water leak on Waverly Street today December 18th starting at 8:00 AM.
The following areas should expect water service interruptions.
Waverly street
Duke street
Prince William street
James street
Smith street
Lower water street and surrounding areas
Traffic signs will be in place please use caution in the area.
Volunteer for the Canadian Red Cross!
- Published: December 12, 2024
Is giving back to your community one of your New Year's resolutions? The Canadian Red Cross is seeking Emergency Management Volunteers in Oxford!
Help support families and individuals in need by offering care and comfort during times of disaster. Whether you prefer to volunteer locally or beyond, this is your chance to be part of a team that truly makes an impact.
✅ Work with a trained team to respond to emergencies locally or across Canada
✅ Provide essential services like shelter, food, and family reunification
✅ Offer care, comfort, and referrals to those in need
✅ Help manage emergency supplies
✅ Participate in team training and readiness exercises
Learn more and apply today! 🌟
Winter Parking Restrictions are in effect as of Nov 15, 2024
- Published: December 12, 2024
Town of Oxford Winter Parking Restrictions
November 15 - to April 15
Overnight parking is prohibited and Winter parking restrictions for the Town of Oxford are in effect.
Winter parking restrictions also apply during the daytime hours when a snow event is imminent or occurring.
For everyone’s safety, please avoid parking on the side of the streets at any time during this period to allow for timely and sufficient clearing of snow and ice from the traveled portion of roads, streets, and sidewalks.
Parked vehicles on streets interfere with efficient snow removal operations. Vehicles interfering in this process may be towed at the owner’s expense.
Residents are also asked to remove any items that are close to the road that may impede snow removal processes. For example, basketball nets, toys, decorations, piles of fill, etc.
Snow is not to be pushed into the street by homeowners or private contractors while in the process of removing snow from a residence or business.
We thank everyone for their understanding.
Town of Oxford Office Holiday Schedule 2024
- Published: December 12, 2024
Please note the following holiday hours for the Town of Oxford. The Town of Oxford Staff and Council wish everyone a safe and Happy Holiday Season. We will see you in 2025!
