An Artist, Curator and Historical Pioneer – Jenny Russell Simpson
Jenny Russell Simpson – Section 41, Lot 120 NW Jenny (Jeanette) Russell Simpson was born in Montreal in 1847 to Andrew Russell, commissioner of Crown Lands. She was an artist,…
The RCMP Commemorative Torch
Given life from Centennial Flame this commemorative torch was transported across Ottawa via a walk, run relay and march to the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery at Beechwood to light the…
The RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Memorial Flame
The RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Pillars are special and unique addition to mark the sacred ground that holds fallen RCMP officers. On September 23rd, 2017, in celebration of Canada’s 150th…
The RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Memorial Flame
The RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Pillars are special and unique addition to mark the sacred ground that holds fallen RCMP officers. On September 23rd, 2017, in celebration of Canada’s 150th…
RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Cenotaph
At the centre of the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery stands the cenotaph with an RCMP member saluting those who have died in the line of duty and who are memorialized…
RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Bison Pillars
At the entrance of the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery sits two Bison Head Pillars. The origin of the North American bison as the symbol of the NWMP is unknown. One…
RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Main Monument
Originally installed and unveiling in 2004, the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery Main Monument is the central feature of the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery at Beechwood. The main monument has a…
Five places to see the tulips in Ottawa-Gatineau this spring
Beechwood Cemetery More than 35,000 tulips are in bloom at Beechwood Cemetery. The park-like setting boasts 160 acres of colourful gardens, century-old trees and tulips this spring. Here is a…
Beechwood Way – Spring 2023 – Vol 24
SPRING IS FINALLY HERE and it’s when Beechwood truly comes to life. Our flowers are growing, our gardens are becoming colourful and bright. We will be welcoming back walkers, families,…
An undercover agent : Corporal Thomas Richard – Dick – Bell
Corporal Thomas Richard ‘Dick’ Bell was born on March 30th, 1912, in Ottawa, ON. Bell joined the RCMP on January 7th, 1933, and that year joined the Musical Ride. Staring…