Township of South-West Oxford

06/19/2026

📸 SWOX Featured Photo of the Month!

We’re looking for great photos from around our community to feature in the SWOX Talks newsletter each month.

🌅 Sunsets
🏘️ Local landmarks
🌳 Nature spots
🐾 Pets around town
📷 Everyday moments in SWOX

Two ways to participate:

1️⃣ Comment your photo below so everyone can enjoy it!
2️⃣ Submit it here for a chance to be featured:
https://form.jotform.com/260623495976066

Let’s see your best shots from around SWOX! 👇

06/18/2026

Thumbs up from our CBO at the final inspection 👍 There is nothing left to squeeze!

Together with Southwest Public Health, the final inspection has been completed at Booster Juice at ONroute Woodstock. The location will open for business at 11:00 AM tomorrow morning, June 19th.

06/17/2026

Join us at Mount Elgin Community Centre today, June 17 at 6:30 p.m. to help plan for the future. Your voice matters!

As Oxford County grows over the next 20–30 years, a new Official Plan is being developed to help guide growth, protect farmland and natural areas, and shape the communities we want to live in.

Share your thoughts by attending a community workshop or completing the online survey.

👉 Learn more and participate here: https://speakup.oxfordcounty.ca/new-official-plan?utm_source=chatgpt.com

06/16/2026

The Township of South-West Oxford is proud to be a pet-friendly community 🐾

Simple actions like keeping your dog under control, cleaning up after them, and preventing excessive noise help keep our neighbourhoods safe and enjoyable for everyone.

To report a lost, missing, or found dog, please contact Hillside Kennels at 519-469-3247.

Learn more about Animal Care & Control By-Law 76-2017 on our website:
https://www.swox.org/living-here/animal-care-and-control/

Failure to comply with Township By-law No. 76-2017 may result in enforcement action and fines as provided for under the by-law.

The Township will continue to enforce these provisions to support public safety, responsible pet ownership, and respect for neighbouring properties.

Thank you for helping keep our community a great place to live.

06/15/2026

If you’re planning to vote in the municipal election on October 26, make sure you’re on the voters list 🗳️

Check or update your information here before August 12:
https://vreg.registertovoteon.ca/en/home

06/12/2026

📢 Oxford County is planning for the future, and your voice matters!

As Oxford County grows over the next 20–30 years, a new Official Plan is being developed to help guide growth, protect farmland and natural areas, and shape the communities we want to live in.

Share your thoughts by attending a community workshop or completing the online survey.

👉 Learn more and participate here: https://speakup.oxfordcounty.ca/new-official-plan?utm_source=chatgpt.com

06/12/2026

❎There will be no Oxford Earlyon program in Mount Elgin this morning!

❎Ingersoll Playful Park Adventures at Victoria Park, 125 Centennial Lane.
Please join Play Learn Connect at Ingersoll EarlyON.

❎Mount Elgin Playful Park Adventures
❎Tavistock Playful Park Adventures

06/11/2026

Becoming a leader in South-West Oxford may be closer than you realize. Many municipal leaders started as engaged community members, just like you. It all begins with believing you have what it takes to make a difference.

If you meet the criteria and have been thinking about what’s next, this could be your moment to step forward. You can learn more about running for council and access helpful resources from AMO at whenyoubelieve.ca.

06/11/2026

Council of the Township of South-West Oxford will meet in regular session on, Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.

This meeting will take place at the Municipal Office in Council Chamber (312915 Dereham Line, Mount Elgin, ON, N0J 1N0).

View the agenda package on our website: https://www.swox.org/township-services/council/agendas-and-minutes/