New Edition: Beechwood Way: Winter 2026 Volume 34
Dear Beechwood Community, As we step into a new year, we do so with optimism, purpose, and a clear line of sight on the transformational work ahead. Beechwood’s mandate has…
Helping Children Talk About Grief – My Grief Companion Workbook (Ages 11 and Under)
Helping Children Talk About Grief – Gently When a child loses someone they love, many parents worry about saying the wrong thing. The truth is simple: children don’t need perfect…
Grief Is Not a Problem to Solve
Grief is often treated as an interruption, an emotional malfunction that needs to be corrected so life can return to normal. In professional settings, social circles, and even families, grief…
Section 27 – The Field of Honour at Beechwood Cemetery
Section 27, known as the Field of Honour, is one of the most profound expressions of military remembrance at Beechwood Cemetery. Reserved for Canadian Forces veterans and war dead from…
The Cross of Sacrifice: Architecture, Meaning, and Memory at Beechwood
Few memorial forms are as instantly recognizable, or as enduring, as the Cross of Sacrifice. Designed during the First World War, it has become the defining symbol of Commonwealth military…
Understanding Feelings of Sadness During the Holidays – A guide for children under 10
A Message for Parents and Caregivers The holiday season can amplify emotions for children who are grieving or missing someone special. While the world around them focuses on celebration, many…
Holding Space for Grief Amid the Holidays
The holiday season is marketed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration. Yet for many, it is one of the most emotionally complex periods of the year. When someone…
A Heartfelt Evening of Light and Reflection: Beechwood’s 31st Annual Christmas Candlelight Service
Beechwood’s 31st Annual Christmas Candlelight Service welcomed families, friends, and community members for an evening of quiet reflection, shared remembrance, and seasonal hope. As the soft glow of candlelight filled…
Preserving Canada’s Stories: Why Beechwood Needs You This Giving Tuesday
As Canadians come together for Giving Tuesday, we are reminded of the responsibility we share to honour our past, support our present, and safeguard our future. At Beechwood Cemetery, Canada’s…
Honouring Service and Heritage: The Second Annual Lebanese-Canadian Military Remembrance Ceremony
Beechwood Cemetery’s National Military Cemetery of Canada hosted the Second Annual Lebanese-Canadian Military Remembrance Ceremony on November 23, 2025, an observance that reaffirmed the enduring contributions of Canadians of Lebanese…