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

Power restored to water wells

Details: Published: January 26, 2023

UPDATE 3:00PM - Power has been restored to the wells again. Thank you to the Oxford Public Works Team and Nova Scotia Power for your help! #teamwork #powerrestoration

Winter Weather - update on Power at the wells

Details: Published: January 26, 2023

Winter is definitely here!

There is no power at the wells again and public works are down there working with Nova Scotia power to get the wells back on with the power rather than the generator.

According to the outage report it could be 6 pm before the power is back on.

We will update as we learn more.

Thank you again for your patience as the Public Works team works to keep the water service running at full capacity.

January 2023 Crime Stoppers

Details: Published: January 20, 2023

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Council gives first reading to three bylaws

Details: Published: January 18, 2023

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The Town of Oxford gave first reading to three bylaws.

Canine Control Bylaw 2022-12-19

Election Deposits Bylaw 2022-12-19-2

Winter Snow Clearing and Parking Bylaw 2023-01-17

Copies of the draft bylaws are available on the Town of Oxford Website under the tab for Bylaws and Policies. They are also available for review at the Town Office located at 105 Lower Main Street, Oxford NS.

If you have any questions or would like to speak to Council regarding any of these bylaws, call 902-447-2624 so arrangements can be made before February 17, 2023.

Second reading for each of these three bylaws is scheduled for Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 6 pm in Council Chambers located at 105 Lower Main Street, Oxford NS.

Town of Oxford citizen Audit Committee Vacancy

Details: Published: January 17, 2023

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New Dream Business Program for NS

Details: Published: January 16, 2023

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Thanks to the support of the Provincial Government, another Dream Business Program is again being offered here in Nova Scotia and this time we are offering the participants a chance at winning a $1000 cash prize upon completion of the program!

The Dream Business Program provides those with a business idea valuable tools and resources to help them figure out their business model. Participants will receive 1:1 coaching opportunities and the ability to share ideas, learn from other entrepreneurs, and become part of the Mashup Community, which provides continued support after the Program's completion.

You can find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram to share any of our posts on your social channels, or if you’d like to reach out to your residents directly, they can find information and register on our website at https://mashuplab.ca/nova-scotia/.

If you'd like to learn more about the Dream Business Program, please consider attending the information session Andrew Button, our founder, is hosting on Zoom from noon – 1 pm on Tuesday, January 17^th.

Thank you for helping us unleash rural potential by turning dreams into realities!

$2400 Non-Repayable E-Commerce Grant for NS Businesses

Details: Published: January 16, 2023

Industry, Science, and Economic Development Canada (ISED) is offering eligible businesses $2,400 non-repayable grant money to adopt e-commerce strategies and grow digitally.

This is part of a $4 billion, 3-year program rolling out across Canada.

The main eligibility criteria are that:

*You’re a registered for-profit company.

*You’re a consumer facing business, which means that your sales are not exclusively business-to-business (you can still sell B2B, just not ONLY B2B).

EITHER:

A) You have at least one employee (other than an owner) on payroll, who has been on payroll for at least 3 months when you apply.

OR;

B) Your business has generated gross revenue of $30,000 or more during the last 12 months

*You are committed to growing your business through e-commerce for at least 6 months.

*You cannot be a franchise, corporate chain, multi-level marketing company, or real estate brokerage

Funds are readily available, and the application process is quite quick. You apply and – assuming you’re eligible – you have a meeting with an e-commerce advisor to discuss what you’d like to do and how you’d like to spend the money, and then move forward from there.

Here is the website to apply.

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2023 PVSC Property Assessment Notices

Details: Published: January 11, 2023

The 2023 Property Assessment Notices were mailed on January 9, 2023. PVSC Assessors are available to discuss assessments and answer any questions. Property owners are encouraged to review their Property Assessment Notice fully and contact PVSC if they have questions. Assessors are available to discuss assessments and answer questions by phone (1-800-380-7775) or email (inquiry@pvsc.ca), Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. For more information, please visit pvsc.ca.

Important things to note:

The date for homeowners to appeal is February 9, 2023.

Assessments are determined by Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC), the independent, not-for-profit assessment authority for Nova Scotia and are based on sales and financial data from the 2021 calendar year, along with the physical state of properties as of December 1, 2022, including new construction, renovations, demolitions, and impacts from Hurricane Fiona.

Please see the following link to understand your property assessment notice: Your Property Assessment Notice | Property Valuation Services Corporation (pvsc.ca)

2023 Assessment Roll Media Kit - For the 2023 Assessment Roll statistics and annual Assessment Roll highlights package. Printed copies are also available at the Town of Oxford main office.

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Reminder for Town Hall and Public Works Holiday 2022 Hours

Details: Published: December 22, 2022

Reminder for Transfer Station Holiday Hours 2022

Details: Published: December 22, 2022

Watermain Break Repair - Powell Street December 28, 2022

Details: Published: December 21, 2022

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Please note that due to the impending winter weather, the watermain leak repair scheduled for today has been postponed until December 28, 2022.

Notice from Public Works: The Oxford public works team will be repairing a watermain leak December 28, 2022, starting at 8:00 AM on Powell Street.
Water will need to be shut off to complete these repairs. Affected area will be all of Powell Street and surrounding area. Public works unfortunately does not have a timeframe on how long the repair will take. Powell Street will be closed until the repairs are made. Please avoid this area to expedite the repairs. Thank you for your patience.

Town of Oxford Winter Parking Restrictions Reminder

Details: Published: December 20, 2022

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Watermain repair on Black River Road Wednesday Dec 21, 2022

Details: Published: December 20, 2022

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Update: All repairs have been made as of 11:00 AM this morning. Thank you for your patience!

Notice from Public Works: The Oxford public works team will be repairing a water main tomorrow, Wednesday December 21, 2022, starting at 830 am.
Water will need to be shut off to complete these repairs so the affected area will be all of Black River Road. Traffic control signage will be in place so please use caution in this area. Thank you for your patience.

Town Hall and Public Works Holiday Schedule 2022

Details: Published: December 20, 2022

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2022 Oxford Transfer Site Holiday Schedule

Details: Published: December 19, 2022

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Public Works Operator/Labourer Position

Details: Published: December 16, 2022

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TOWN OF OXFORD, NOVA SCOTIA
Public Works Operator/Labourer 2 Position – temporary position (has potential to turn into a full-time position)

The Town has a temporary vacancy that may turn into a regular full-time position in the Public Works Department for a PW Operator/Labourer 2. The position reports directly to the Public Works Supervisor and is responsible to perform duties related to the operation and maintenance of the Town’s water utility, wastewater, infrastructure, general operations, and winter maintenance.

The successful candidate must have a Grade 12 diploma or equivalency, valid class 5 drivers’ licence, be physically able to do manual labour as required, and work well within a team environment. The normal work week is from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with some overtime or call out required. This position is subject to all Provincial and Municipal Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations. Based on experience, skills, and education the wage range is between $18.54 - $22.27 per hour.

Interested candidates should forward their cover letter and resume outlining their experience and skills, by 3:30 pm on January 4, 2023, to:
Linda Cloney, CAO
105 Lower Main Street
PO Box 338
Oxford, NS B0M 1P0
lcloney@oxfordns.ca

Winter Parking Restrictions Reminder

Details: Published: December 15, 2022

Special Election Announcement

Details: Published: December 14, 2022

Town of Oxford Election Office Announcement.

As of 5 pm, December 13 2022, was the deadline to file Candidate papers to run for the vacant seat on Council.
There was a small few interested, but no one formally filed papers therefore Council will need to set a new date for a Special Election.
Future date for the upcoming election will be announced as soon it is set by Council.

Nova Scotia Announces Program to Pay for Heat Pumps

Details: Published: December 14, 2022

Residents of Nova Scotian with lower incomes can now apply to get a free heat pump for their homes. The provincial government announced details Tuesday about its four-year, $140-million energy efficiency program Tuesday December 13, 2022.

With the price of home heating oil and rising inflation have combined to make it especially difficult for Nova Scotians, especially for fixed income earners.

The criteria for low-income households that can qualify for the funds varies and is based on the number of people living in the home.
Qualification for free heat pumps will be based on after-tax household income as follows: $27,250 per year for one person; $50,635 per year for two to four people; $72,113 per year for five or more people.

Based on the above criteria, residents can apply now to the Home Warming Program for free heat pumps and any electrical panel upgrades that may be required to install them.

Please refer to the CBC Article: Nova Scotia announces programs to pay for heat pumps for low-income households for further information.

COVID-19 Clinic at Oxford Fire Hall Cancelled due to weather

Details: Published: December 14, 2022

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Please be advised that due to the weather/driving conditions, the COVID-19 Immunization clinic scheduled for today at the Oxford Fire Hall has been cancelled. The Immunization clinic will be rescheduled in 2023

Last Day for Councillor Nominations

Details: Published: December 13, 2022

If you are interested in running for Oxford Town Council, today is the last day!

Please call (902) 447-3110, to set up an appointment.

Maybe you are interested in shaping the local environment, supporting the local community, represent people's views, raise concerns about particular issues - this is a good time to make a change.

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Water repairs on Little River Road Tuesday Dec 13, 2022

Details: Published: December 12, 2022