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

Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival

Details: Created: August 14, 2018

Wild Blueberry Dessert Café and Quilt Show August 18,
1-4 p.m. Sponsored by Oxford and Collingwood UCW groups.Trinity United Church Vestry
Wild Blueberry Artisan Festival August 18^th
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Heritage Square
Wild Blueberry Bake Sale and Free Children’s Games 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
August 18^th Fire Hall Sponsored by: Oxford Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary
Yardsale August 18
10 a.m.-noon, Heritage Square, Oxford Proceeds for the 2019 Oxford Poetry Festival No raindate
Wild Blueberry Breakfast August 19^th Oxford Legion Scrambled eggs bacon sausage homemade beans pancakes blueberry sauce or maple syrup tea coffee juice. Adults $8 children $4
Wild Blueberry Movie Oxford Capitol Theatre 2:00 August 20^th Come on out and enjoy a Free Movie and enjoy some wild blueberry flavored ice cream!
Wild Blueberry Tye-dye Heritage Square August 21^st 2:00
Bring anything you want to Tye-dye blue with Wild Blueberries and ready to have Fun!
Wild Blueberry Kids in the Kitchen August 22^nd 2:00
Come out and learn how to make some healthy Blueberry snacks and enjoy some yummy food!
Wild Blueberry Paint Night August 23^rd 7:00 PM
Oxford Fire Hall Put on by Empty Nest Designs $55 Painted on Reclaimed Wood A fundraiser put on by Communities in Bloom
Neither Rhyme nor Reason Art Exhibit Opening Night August 24^th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Oxford Riverside Gallery Wild Blueberry Refreshments
Wild Blueberry Dance August 25^th
Oxford Legion $10 9:30 PM – 1:00 AM Fundraiser for Communities in Bloom

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.

August Community Calendar

Details: Created: June 8, 2018

Click here for August 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