On June 20, members of the 33 Combat Engineer Regiment (33 CER), veterans, families, and supporters gathered at Beechwood Cemetery, the National Cemetery of Canada, to commemorate the regiment’s history,…
On the evening of June 17, Canadians gathered at Beechwood Cemetery, Canada’s National Cemetery, for the Second Annual Under the Maple Leaf – Respecting the Canadian Flag Ceremony. What began…
Few elements of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police uniform are as instantly recognizable as the High Brown Boots and Spurs. While the scarlet serge often captures public attention, these distinctive…
Grief is commonly described in emotional terms, sadness, longing, anger, or disbelief. Yet for many people, the most disruptive aspects of grief are not emotional at all. They are physical.…
Tucked beneath the canopy of trees in Beechwood’s Botanical Gardens, where sunlight filters gently through the leaves and the air remains cool and moist, grows one of North America’s most…
Among the many symbols associated with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, few are as striking as the red-and-white pennoned lances carried by riders of the Musical Ride. While often viewed…
Every year, the Veterans National Memorial Remembrance Ceremony brings together a unique community united by a common purpose: to remember and honour Canada’s Veterans. For many participants, that journey begins…
For as long as humans have lived, they have sought meaningful ways to care for their dead. Archaeological evidence suggests that burial practices date back more than 600,000 years to…
Few symbols are as instantly recognizable in Canada as the broad-brimmed brown Stetson worn by members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Around the world, it has become synonymous with…
Each June, Canadians celebrate Portuguese Heritage Month, recognizing the rich history, culture, traditions, and contributions of Portuguese Canadians who have helped shape communities across the country. Portuguese Heritage Month provides…
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