We’re pleased to share an important update on the proposed wind turbine projects in Oxford County. After months of strong public engagement, countless conversations at the doorstep, and many thoughtful presentations at council meetings, the Township of South-West Oxford (SWOX) has officially upheld its decision to declare itself an “unwilling host” for industrial wind turbine…
The KICLEI team from Kitchener is presenting in Cambridge this evening, and they’d love to know the community is behind them. If you can, please tune in to the livestream at 5:30 p.m. and send them some virtual support while they speak. 👉 Watch the livestream Every show of support helps strengthen our shared message…
This is it. We need all signed petition sheets returned by Wednesday, November 19, so we can deliver a strong message to Oxford County Council before the December 10 budget meeting. If yours is sitting on the counter, in your car, or waiting for one more signature, now is the time. Print it from our…
Remembrance Day is a moment to pause, reflect, and honour those who served our country with courage and dedication. Their sacrifices remind us that freedom is never free — it is earned, maintained, and protected by those willing to act with courage in the face of danger. As we remember, we are invited to consider…
At Stand4Oxford, we believe residents deserve a council that leads with integrity, transparency, and respect — especially during budget deliberations that directly affect household finances. The December 10 budget meeting, which lasted more than six hours, raised serious concerns about how debate was conducted, how consequences were framed, and whether leadership held itself to the…
Across Oxford County, municipalities are working to support residents’ safety and well-being. Recently, Norwich took a careful, principled stance when presented with the county-wide Safe and Well Plan (timestamp 1:42:10 – 2:42:45), a document intended to guide local efforts in areas like mental health, housing, addiction support, and economic stability. While the plan as a…
Local elections are more than a date on the calendar. They’re one of the clearest ways residents help shape how their community is governed — now and into the future. That’s why the South‑West Oxford staff report on the 2026 Municipal Election Candidate Information Sessions is worth a close look. At the January 20 Council…
Oxford residents are paying more than ever—and being told less than ever. When councils close doors and call transparency a “dangerous precedent,” it’s time for taxpayers to pay attention. Good Governance Starts with Openness Representative government only works when there’s dialogue, accountability, and transparency. Under Ontario’s Municipal Act, municipalities are required to act in an…
Woodstock is planning to introduce online voting in hopes of increasing municipal election turnout, as reported by the London Free Press. While low participation is a real concern, it’s important that any changes to how we vote prioritize trust, transparency, and security — and that’s where paper ballots continue to shine. Online voting may seem…
We’re in the final stretch, Oxford! Stand4Oxford is gathering all signed 0% Tax Increase Petitions to deliver to Oxford County Council before their November 24 budget meeting. But to make your voice count, we need your printed and signed petition sheets in hand by Wednesday November 19th. You can download and print the petition right…