On the evening of April 25th, 2024, the Beechwood National Memorial Centre came alive with the vibrant colors, rich traditions, and captivating stories of Ottawa’s Somali Community. Hosted by the…
Section 27, Range G, Grave 224 General Charles Foulkes was a distinguished military leader whose career spanned pivotal moments in Canadian and world history. Born in Stockton-on-Tees, England, on January…
Section 27, Range G, Grave 226 Henry Duncan Graham Crerar, born in Hamilton, Ontario, on April 28th, 1888, and passing away in Ottawa on April 1st, 1965, was a distinguished…
In the realm of garden landscapes, certain plants captivate us not just with their mere presence, but with their unique forms and ornamental charm. One such gem is the Weeping…
Established in 1873, Beechwood is recognized as one of the most beautiful and historic cemeteries in Canada. It has been designated as a National Historic Site. Its breathtaking park-like setting…
Beechwood Cemetery Foundation tackles invasive species and water challenges to preserve a vital habitat and educational resource in Ottawa. The Beechwood Cemetery Foundation has announced a significant environmental restoration initiative…
Beechwood Cemetery was proud to host a recent event organized by the Latin American Soldiers Committee (LASC), where attendees were treated to an immersive exploration of Latin American Soldiers contribution…
Nestled within the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) lies a botanical jewel known as Pulsatilla vulgaris, colloquially recognized as the pasqueflower. Flourishing primarily in the calcareous grasslands of Europe, this species has…
Foxes, salamanders, blue herons, frogs, turtles, woodpeckers and groundhogs. These and 1,500 other species find their home in Beechwood Cemetery’s Macoun Marsh. The ecosystem, tucked away in the cemetery’s southeast…
In Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his French counterpart Gabriel Attal attend a ceremony honouring Canadian and French veterans.
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