Why VE Day on May 8 Matters to Canadians
Every year on May 8, Canadians pause to mark Victory in Europe Day, better known as VE Day. It was on May 8, 1945, that Nazi Germany officially surrendered to…
National Ceremony at Beechwood Marks Day of Remembrance and Victory in Europe
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Ceremony at Beechwood Marks Day of Remembrance and Victory in Europe Ottawa, Ontario – May 8, 2026 – Beechwood Cemetery, the National Cemetery of Canada, in…
A New Season, A Renewed Commitment: Honouring Canada’s Flag with Dignity
As spring returns across Canada, so too does a familiar and meaningful ritual, the raising of the Canadian flag. From homes and cottages to schools, businesses, and public spaces, the…
Remembering Sacrifice: Marking Dutch Remembrance Day
Each year on May 4, the Netherlands pauses in a moment of national reflection for Dutch Remembrance Day, known as Dodenherdenking. At 8:00 p.m., the country falls silent for two…
Why Grief Looks Different for Everyone
One of the most persistent misunderstandings about grief is the belief that it follows a predictable pattern. Despite decades of research and lived experience showing otherwise, many people still expect…
Sprucing Up the Beechwood Entrance
There are moments in the life of a historic landscape when thoughtful change is not only necessary, it is responsible. This spring, visitors arriving along Beechwood Avenue will notice a…