Use FOG cups to keep fats, oils and grease out of the drain

At home or at work, fats, oils and grease (FOG) should never go down the drain.

Oxford County safely treats residential and industrial wastewater that goes down drains and into sewers, but keeping our infrastructure running is everyone’s responsibility. Fats, oils and grease can clog drains, leading to costly plumbing repairs, potentially both for the homeowner and the County, which in turn can impact rates. Industrial users can even face fines under the County’s sewer use by-law.

FOG cups are a...

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SWIFT fibre optic network buildout complete in Oxford County

Read this news release on the SWIFT website 

(Oxford County, ON) May 3, 2024– SWIFT is pleased to announce the successful completion of several high-speed internet projects in Oxford County, marking a pivotal achievement in the advancement of broadband infrastructure in the region.

With a combined investment of $10.5 million, SWIFT, in partnership with the municipality and local service providers, has extended high-speed internet service to 1,718 homes and businesses that previously lacked access....

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Emergency Preparedness Week, May 5 - 11

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 5 - 11 and this year’s theme is Plan for Every Season. Oxford County Paramedic Services is taking this opportunity to remind our communities that emergencies can happen any time of the year, and that through a few simple steps they can prepare and plan for every season.

When planning for every season, remember to swap out seasonal items in your emergency preparedness kit, like winter hats and gloves, in favour of sunscreen and bug spray. It’s important to note...

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Council this Week: Highlights from the May 8 County Council agenda - 20240508

Development charges public meeting, asset management, Bill 185 and more

 County Council meetings are broadcast live at www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream. To download the full agenda or view past recordings of council meetings, visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/council.

A public meeting to update the community and receive input on the 2024 Development Charges Background Study takes place at the May 8 County Council meeting. Development charges are the fees paid by land developers...

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Tenants have started moving into the new micro-units at 738 Parkinson Road

Oxford County’s new eight-unit micro-build at 738 Parkinson Road in Woodstock is another affordable housing project that has come on line this year as the County works towards its Strategic Plan goal of being “100% housed.”

The prefabricated modular units are in addition to the existing 36-unit building at the site. Each unit is 330 square feet in size and includes a kitchen, bed, bathroom and living area. The project, jointly funded by Oxford County and Ontario’s Social Services Relief Fund,...

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