Amiens Day
Amiens Day holds a special place in both the heart of the Canadian Intelligence Corps (C Int C) and with the nation. As you may recall, it is a uniquely…
In The Gardens: Bennett’s Fastigiate White Pine
Bennett’s Fastigiate White Pine is a dwarf variety with many appealing attributes. Branches aim skyward, so trees stay narrow and make a valuable contribution to tight spots that need a…
The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence honours the sacrifice of all Canadian Armed Forces, Veterans, and their families.
August 2 2023 – The National Military Cemetery, Beechwood Cemetery was honoured to welcome The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence for…
In the Gardens: Tsukumo False-cypress – Chamaecyparis pisifera Tsukumo
‘Tsukumo’ is a dwarf evergreen shrub that is very slow-growing and will reach only 10 inches in 10 years. Its form is rounded and flat-topped and grows wider than tall.…
Rex Lelacheur, a composer, singer, and choir conductor
Rex Lelacheur Corridor AA, Niche 41D (Mus) Born in Guernsey in the Channel Islands on January 5, 1910, Lelacheur was a composer, singer and choir conductor. He studied first in…
In the Gardens – A Vimy Maple – Tunpetti Sycamore Maple
Regal Petticoat Maple was selected as part of The Vimy Centennial Commemorative Canadian Maple Tree Collection. Regal Petticoat Sycamore Maple has dark green foliage with deep purple undersides which starts…
Explorer, Surveyor and Legend – Albert Peter Low
Albert Peter Low Section 48, Lot 14 NW Albert Peter Low, born in Montreal on May 24, 1861 and educated at McGill University, led a life that legends are made…
Celebrating 150 years of history at Beechwood Cemetery
In 1873 — just 18 years after Bytown officially became Ottawa — Beechwood Cemetery was established with a groundbreaking commitment. It was determined that this final resting place would not…
150 Pictures – A Visual Walkthrough 150 Years of Beechwood Cemetery
Beechwood Cemetery has launched the 150 anniversary Picture Gallery. This Picture Gallery celebrates the history of Beechwood from the very beginning in 1873 to the present day. Our 150 curated…
Surveyor, Astronomer and Explorer: Otto Julius Klotz
Otto Julius Klotz – Section 41, Lot 55 NE Born in Preston, Canada West on March 31, 1852, Otto Klotz received his early education at Galt Grammar School, and in…