Oxford, Nova Scotia, is known for being the Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada. Oxford is a central location for distribution and processing of fresh wild blueberries that are grown in Cumberland County. You can purchase fresh blueberries in season at various locations around Oxford from August to early September.

Town News

Strengthening our Community

Details: Created: September 19, 2018

Communities grow stronger through hundreds of little and big actions that citizens (you and I) take everyday.

Check out this article: document 75 Actions that Build Community (13 KB)

Oxford Sinkhole Open House

Details: Created: September 18, 2018

Oxford Sinkhole Press Release September 17, 2018
We have organized an information session for Thursday, September 20 – 7:00 pm at the Oxford Capitol Theatre (5220 Main Street, Oxford, NS). This event is open to everyone. There will be an educational presentation along with a question and answer period.
As there is a limited number of seating, and if technology cooperates, we will attempt to live stream the Information Session.
Attached is the Information Session flyer.

Cumberland RegionalEmergency Management

Request for Proposals- Oxford Sinkhole- RFP-TOO-18-03

Details: Created: September 17, 2018

Please note that the Town of Oxford has released a Request for Proposals for Geophysical Survey at the Oxford Sinkhole. This process is through an alternative procurement process due to the urgency of the work required. Any firm interested in obtaining the document should contact the Town of Oxford’s Chief Administrative Officer, Rachel Jones, by e-mail (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and the information will be forwarded electronically. All submissions must be received by the Town of Oxford by 4:00 pm on Wednesday, September 19, 2018.

Oxford Sink Hole Update

Details: Created: August 27, 2018

Click here for our most recent update - August 27th, 2008

Town of Oxford Tender 2018-02- Oxford Arena

Details: Created: July 20, 2018

The Town of Oxford is inviting proposals for the Oxford Arena (Lions Recreational Centre) to provide a turn-key project for a fully integrated building automation system, including new side wall exhaust fans, louvers and control dampers. This project is part of on-going efficiency improvement measures undertaken at the arena and is intended to build upon the measures taken to date. Please click here Tender document 2018-02 for full details.

Town of Oxford Tender 2018-01- Capital Paving of Streets

Details: Created: June 29, 2018

Click here for full Tender Document

News Release for Little River Water main Crossing

Details: Created: June 18, 2018

For offical News Release please click here.

Where To Get Wild Blueberries/Blueberry Products in Oxford

Details: Created: June 12, 2018

How many times have you been asked, pdf Where Can I get Wild Blueberries and Blueberry Products in Oxford? (458 KB)

Read this 2-page brochure and help us promote Wild Blueberries and our local businesses. Thanks to all the participating merchants.

September Community Calendar

Details: Created: June 8, 2018

Click here for September Community Calendar

Promoting Your Oxford Event

Details: Created: June 5, 2018

pdf Tips to Promote your Oxford Event (519 KB)

2018 Budget Highlights

Details: Created: May 28, 2018

pdf 2018 Budget Highlights (25 KB)

If you have questions about this document, please contact the Town's Chief Administrative Officer, Rachel Jones. Thank you.

CJSMA 2018 Sorting Guide

Details: Created: May 11, 2018

Click here for the 2018 CJSMA Sorting Guide and Information

Public Traffic Notice

Details: Created: May 7, 2018

The public is advised of a new “No Left Turn” sign located on James Street at the Main Street intersection. This has been implemented to aid in public safety and help prevent pedestrian and motor vehicle accidents at an already busy intersection. The public is reminded that if you see traffic violations of any kind, please report them directly to the RCMP at 902-447-2525. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated in ensuring out community is safe for everyone.

Notice of By-law Change: Commercial District

Details: Created: April 30, 2018

pdf Notice of By-law Change: Commercial District (260 KB)

Attention: Anyone wishing to make a Public Presentation to Oxford Town Council is asked to submit a request at least one week in advance of the Council meeting. For more details or to submit a request, contact the CAO by email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or phone (902 447-2170).

Oxford Town Council meets the 3rd Monday of the month. If that date is a holiday, the current practice is to hold the meeting on the Tuesday. This Notice dated April 30/18