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Oxford EarlyON seeking feedback on programs that support children and their parents and caregivers

Posted on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 03:36 PM

Fill out the survey before May 26 for a chance to win one of ten prize packs for your family

Oxford EarlyON Child & Family Services is looking for feedback from parents and caregivers of children aged 0-6 who live in Oxford County, including those who have not been a part of Oxford EarlyON programming in the past.

Feedback will be used to help Oxford EarlyON develop programs, services and supports that respond to what Oxford County families need now.

To take part in the survey, visit www...

New signs encourage visitors to “Love Downtown Woodstock”

Posted on Thursday, May 11, 2023 01:57 PM

“Love Downtown Woodstock” signs are now installed in the City of Woodstock as part of an attraction collaboration by the City of Woodstock, the Downtown Woodstock BIA, and Tourism Oxford.

Drawing on a $70,000 grant from Ontario Modernization Funding received by Tourism Oxford, the “Love Downtown Woodstock” bollard wraps are designed to encourage exploration of downtown through QR codes that can be scanned by a mobile device, pointing people to local attractions, Woodstock’s business directory, and...

Sanitary sewer fog testing in Woodstock, May 22 – June 16

Posted on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 03:50 PM

Fog testing is happening in the northwest end of Woodstock this spring as part of Oxford County’s regular sanitary sewer maintenance.

Fog testing uses a quick release of vapour through sewer manholes and pipes to identify sources of rainwater entering the sanitary sewers. During testing, the vapour may be seen leaving manholes, the sewer plumbing stack on top of houses, stormwater catch basins, or roof downspouts at the side of a house. The vapour has no odour, disappears in a few minutes, and...

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DEI Action Coalition seeking members to promote diversity, equity and inclusion

Posted on Tuesday, May 09, 2023 08:07 PM

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DEI Action Coalition seeking new members to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in Oxford's communities

Do you have knowledge, perspective or personal experiences related to diversity, equity and inclusion? If so, the DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Action Coalition wants you to help make Oxford County a more inclusive community.

The committee is seeking five to six new members with personal interest and experiences with diversity, equity and inclusion...

Emergency Preparedness Week May 7 - 13

Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 04:50 PM

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 7 - 13 and this year’s theme is Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. 

Oxford County residents are encouraged to understand the risks in our area and learn what actions they can take to protect themselves and their families. Flash floods, tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, blizzards, freezing rain, and high winds are common natural disasters in our area. Preventing these disasters may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risks.

Be prepared for any natural...