Oxford County is preparing to launch a new Road Safety Strategy (Report PW 2025-59), aiming to make our roads safer for everyone — drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. On the surface, that’s a goal we can all agree on. But before taxpayers are asked to fund another “made-in-Ontario” plan inspired by Vision Zero and Good…
Oxford County’s new welcome signs are going up this week — sleek, colourful boards featuring the County’s new logo, updated population, and a list of “strategic commitments”: Zero Waste. Zero Poverty. 100% Renewable. 100% Housed. They’re hard to miss. But so are the mixed messages behind them. While County officials promote this “Zero/100%” ideology, Oxford…
Stand4Oxford is hitting the field! ⚾ A few of our amazing volunteers will be set up this Saturday, October 4 at the Woodstock Men’s Slo-Pitch League Year-End Tournament at Cowan Fields (1459 Devonshire Ave, Woodstock, ON). We’ll be there bright and early to catch the players and their fans as the games get underway. Stop…
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 County, we need to talk. Once again, Oxford County Council has approved a bloated budget—prioritizing increased spending over meaningful relief for taxpayers. Instead of exercising restraint during uncertain economic times, the majority of Council chose higher costs, additional consultants, and increased pressure on families, seniors, and local businesses who are already feeling stretched. A…
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…
As a new year begins, many people are understandably ready for a pause. After months of budget discussions, delegations, and difficult conversations, it’s natural to want to step back and take a breath. January is a good time for that. It’s also a good time to remember something important: democracy isn’t seasonal. Civic engagement doesn’t…
Residents of Oxford County are feeling the squeeze. Rising costs for groceries, fuel, utilities, and everyday expenses are stretching household budgets. Property taxes are one of the few costs that local councils can control directly, and this year, Stand4Oxford is asking councillors to hold the line with a 0% increase. This campaign is an expansion…
The Oxford OPP’s 2026–2029 Detachment Action Plan Survey closes soon — November 30. It’s open to all Oxford County residents, but so far, Norwich Township is the only municipality actively highlighting it. Most others don’t mention the survey at all, though you can indicate your region when completing it. Before you submit, keep a few…