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

New Town Hall Hours

Details: Published: November 18, 2019

A friendly reminder to everyone that the Town Hall administrative offices will be open to the public from 10 am to 3:30 pm from Monday to Friday, beginning today, November 18, 2019. Staff will continue to work their regular hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

The Town Hall now has a secure payment drop off! It is available for anyone wishing to make payment on account or drop off registration forms or other information outside of our open hours. It is located on the door leading into Council Chambers – that’s the one closest to the crosswalk leading to the Sunset Thrift Store. The inside box is locked to ensure safekeeping of any mail dropped off, and is checked daily by staff. We hope this is a convenient way for you to continue to do your business with the Town

Town Hall Office Hours

Details: Published: October 8, 2019

Residents are advised that, beginning November 18, 2019, the Town Hall offices will be reducing the hours open to the public.

Beginning on that date, the hours of operation for public access will be between 10:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Staff will maintain their regular working hours, and this service adjustment is to improve the overall operations and services provided by the Town. Alternate online billing payment options are available. A secured mail drop off box will be installed at the Town Office entrance for everyone’s convenience.

Extended hours may be offered on particular billing due dates and will be advertised in advance.

Addendum #1 Main Street Water Upgrade

Details: Published: September 19, 2019

Tender Posting

Details: Published: September 10, 2019

TOO 2019-02 Main Street Watermain Replacement - Info here

Main Street Watermain Replacement IFR Drawings- https://www.town.oxford.ns.ca/2019-council-minutes/683-main-st-wm-replacement-ifr-drawings-sept-5th-2019-2-compressed/file.html

Post Hurricane Dorian September 10, 2019

Details: Published: September 10, 2019

As clean up efforts continue following Hurricane Dorian, residents should be cautious while travelling as there are still downed power lines, trees or tree limbs on overhead wires, weakened branches overhead, and road closures due to washout.

Although power has been restored to the water treatment plant, a boil order is still in place until sufficient testing is completed to ensure the water is safe for human and domestic pet consumption.

For more information on road conditions Please refer to the following website for current road closures / road conditions map: https://511.novascotia.ca/en/map.html#l=48&x=-7016257&y=5675265&z=1&lb=1&rb=1

To assist Oxford residents in the clean up of their properties, the Town of Oxford Transfer Station will be open on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm for brush and yard waste only. Regular hours and operations will be in place for Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

The majority of Oxford residents and businesses have had their power restored. For those who do not, Comfort stations that are open in the Cumberland Region are as follows:

Advocate Fire Hall 4176 Hwy 209 Advocate 0800-1600 Warm, charge, tea, coffee

Dilligent River Community Hall 10267 Hwy 209 Dilligent River 0900-1500 Warm, charge, tea, coffee

Springhill Community Center 6 Main St. Springhill, NS 0830-1630 Warm, chargeTidnish Comm Center 4358 NS-366, Tidnish 0900-1400 Warm, charge, tea, coffee

River Hebert Fire Dept. 1495 Hwy 242 0900-1400 Warm, charge, tea, coffee

Joggins Fire Hall 4 Hwy 242 Joggins 1000-1900 Warm, charge

Southampton Community Center 8845 hwy 2, Southampton 0900-1200 Warm, charge

Pugwash Fire Hall 11057 hwy 6, Pugwash 0900-1700 Warm, charge, coffee, tea, soup at lunch.

Wallace Community Hall 13922 rte 6, Wallace 1300-1600 Warm, charge

For more updates and information, please monitor to Cumberland Regional EMO FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/Cumberland-Regional-Emergency-Management-399000107198986/

Transfer Site

Details: Published: September 10, 2019

Attention Residents
The Transfer Site will be open on Wednesday for Brush ONLY. It will be open regular hours Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Hurricane Dorian Initial message – 6 Sept 2019

Details: Published: September 6, 2019

Environment Canada has issued a tropical cyclone information statement for this weekend. Residents in the Cumberland Region may face heavy rain, strong winds, which could lead to flooding in low lying areas, storm surges power outages and road closures. Cumberland Regional Emergency Management officials are urging citizens to prepare a 72-hour emergency kit, have potable water on hand, charge their cellphones and ensure generators are fueled and operating properly.Details of what the 72-hour emergency kit should include can be found at https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/kts/index-en.aspx or https://www.redcross.ca/how-we-help/emergencies-and-disasters-in-canada/be-ready-emergency-preparedness-and-recovery/get-an-emergency-kit.Due to the forecasted high winds, residents should also ensure that items that could be blown away, like barbecues, flower pots, garbage cans and outdoor tables and chairs, should be stored in a safe location out of the wind.We encourage you to work with your neighbours to identify people who may need extra help during this storm and to check in on them as the storm moves through the area.Please refrain from travelling during the storm, except for emergency situations.Residents should monitor local radio stations, Town of Oxford Website and the Town of Oxford and Cumberland Regional Emergency Management Facebook page for updates.

Right to Know Week

Details: Published: September 4, 2019

Special Council Meeting - September 3rd

Details: Published: August 29, 2019

There will be a Special Council meeting scheduled just prior to the regular Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 6 pm. The one item agenda is the negotiated union collective agreement.

Lions Park Sinkhole- Press Release

Details: Published: August 22, 2019

Capital Paving of Streets- Tender 2019 03

Details: Published: July 31, 2019

Capital Paving of Streets Tender 2019 03

Cobequid Housing Authority Board of Directors

Details: Published: June 6, 2019

Calling all Residents!

The Cobequid Housing Authority is looking for a community representative from the Town of Oxford. The Board of Directors meets every two months at noon, mostly in Truro. Experience with working with seniors or community issues is an asset but not required. This Board deals with properties for tenant selection, evictions, transfers, and general advice on tenant matters. Staffing and financial management are not the responsibility of this group. Travel costs are paid at the Provincial mileage rate, and lunch is provided during each meeting.

If you are interested or have further questions, visit the Provincial website for all Agencies, Boards and Commissions at https://novascotia.ca/exec_council/abc/. Town Council is required to make a recommendation to the Provincial Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for formal appointment to the Board.

Where Can I Get Wild Blueberries and Blueberry Products 2019

Details: Published: May 28, 2019

pdf Where Can I Get Wild Blueberries and Blueberry Products in Oxford? 2019 (208 KB)

Do tourists stop you on the street and ask where to get blueberry products in Oxford?

Perhaps you work in an establishment where customers want to know.

This information will help you direct them to the right location for a large variety of blueberry items.

It also answers the question: "Why is Oxford called The Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada?"

Know the answer...Help to promote your community!

Oxford Newsletter: June 2019

Details: Published: May 27, 2019

Click below to read the newsletter.

pdf June 2019 Newsletter (156 KB)

REMEMBER: Please let us know as soon as possible what your organization or business is planning for the Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival.

More details in the newsletter.

Guidelines: Business Directory Signage May 2019

Details: Published: May 21, 2019

Businesses located within the Town of Oxford wishing to have a business sign added to the Business Directory Signage at the Upper Main Street entrance (from the TransCanada Highway) should review the guidelines by clicking on the link below.

Please note that currently (May 2019) there is room for additional business signs.

pdf Guidelines Business Directory Signage May 2019 (102 KB)

Please contact the Town Hall for information on erecting signage elsewhere within the Town limits.

Town of Oxford- Summer Programming Registration

Details: Published: May 13, 2019

Oxford T-Ball
Monday’s and Wednesday’s
Starting July 3rd
10:00-12:00
Ages 4-6
$30
If you are interested in coaching or looking for more information contact Corey at 447-2798 or by email at recleisure@town.oxford.ns.ca
Click here for T-ball registration and here for further information regarding T-ball

Oxford Fun Soccer
Tuesday’s and Thursday’s
6:00-8:00
StartingJuly 3rd
$40
Anyone needing more information or interested in coaching can contact Corey at 447-2798 or email at recleisure@town.oxford.ns.ca
*Please note that the 3&4 Year Old groups this year will be called * “Parent-Tot Soccer". Each player will be required to have a parent or guardian participate with them*
Click here for Soccer Registration and here for further information regarding Soccer

Change of Date

Details: Published: May 8, 2019

The Art Exhibit, Sequence 2019, opens May 27 at the Oxford Riverside Gallery. See details below.

We regret the incorrect information posted in the May 2019 Community Calendar.

image Change of Date (12 KB)

Town of Oxford Summer Recreation Student Job Posting

Details: Published: May 7, 2019

Art Mural Contest

Details: Published: May 6, 2019

Here's a great opportunity for a child or youth from our area to see their artwork on a downtown mural!

Thanks to Cumberland Performing Arts for initiating this endeavor.

pdf CPA music mural (168 KB)

Routine Access Policy

Details: Published: September 25, 2018

At the Town Council meeting held on September 24, 2018, Council approved a Routine Access Policy. The policy provides clarification to the public, staff and Council as to what documents and information are routinely available upon request, and what other documents require review under Part XX Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy of the Municipal Government Act of Nova Scotia.

Along with approving the policy, Mayor Stewart proclaimed the week of September 24-30, 2018 as Right to Know Week, which supports the principles of openness, transparency and accountability.

Click here for the offical policy.