Vimy Oaks Trees at Beechwood
After the Battle of Vimy Ridge was won, many soldiers realized that they had been part of something truly great. Leslie Miller, born in 1889 in Milliken, ON, looked around…
The Honourable Mona Fortier recognizes Beechwood Cemetery 150th Anniversary
On September 21 2023, the Honourable Mona Fortier, MP for Ottawa-Vanier recognized Beechwood Cemetery’s 150th Anniversary in the House of Commons. L’honorable Mona Fortier souligne le 150e anniversaire du Cimetière…
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Beechwood celebrates 150 years of serving families, the Ottawa community and Canada. Founded in 1873, the Beechwood Cemetery has served as place to commemorate historical figures, celebrate all cultures, and…
An politician, a champion for duelist rights, protection of equality and advocate for the National Cemetery of Canada. The Honorable Mauril Bélanger
The Honorable Mauril Bélanger Section 53, Lot 22E22W The Honorable Mauril Bélanger was born in Mattawa, Ontario, to Yolande (Dufour) Bélanger and Maurice Bélanger. He graduated from the University of…
Beechwood Cemetery honours Grete Hale, Joseph Currier with new plaques
More than 200 people were on hand Sunday for the unveiling of two plaques at Beechwood Cemetery to honour key builders of what is now the national cemetery of Canada.…
A pioneer business women, civil leader and philanthropist – Marguerite ‘Grete’ Ann (Morrison) Hale
Marguerite ‘Grete’ Ann (Morrison) Hale Section 39, Lot 17 Born May 11, 1929, in Ottawa, Marguerite Morrison was the second of three daughters born to Margaret Cotter and Cecil Morrison.…
The enthusiastic explorer of unknown Canada – John Macoun
John Macoun Section 39, Lot 73 S Born in Ireland in 1831, John Macoun was the son of a soldier who died when John was six years old. Educated in…
City of Ottawa proclaims September 2023 Beechwood Cemetery Month
BEECHWOOD CEMETERY MONTH – SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR 150 YEARS September 2023 WHEREAS, Beechwood Cemetery has been serving the city of Ottawa for 150 years; and WHEREAS, Beechwood Cemetery is…
Canada Army Run unveils new half-marathon route
Organizers of next month’s Canada Army Run in Ottawa have unveiled the event’s half-marathon course, a route that will treat runners to great views of some of the capital’s most…
Beechwood’s Annual Historical Tour – A Walk through 150 Years
Join us, as we honour five people who have not only impacted the world around them but also the landscape of Beechwood Cemetery. Starting with Beechwood’s founder and moving through…