Interments at Beechwood Cemetery
We are honored you have chosen Beechwood Cemetery as the final resting place for your loved one. Here is what to expect at the time of the interment/inurnment. We ask…
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Category: Death Literacy
Beechwood’s Defence and Security Services Communities
Beechwood is proud to have been chosen to be the home of the National Military Cemetery, the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery, CSIS National Memorial Cemetery and the Ottawa Police Service…
Beechwood’s cultural communities
A place for all — Everyone is welcome and we have a range of sections for faith and cultural communities. The multicultural presence at Beechwood is unparalleled — everyone is…
Beechwood Cemetery
Beechwood’s unrivalled park-like landscape accommodates many types of traditional or specialized burial locations. Our 160 acres ensure we will service the community for generations to come. Beechwood offers a broad…
Standing the test of time – A memorial guide
When thinking about cemeteries, the monument is always the first visual that comes to mind. A monument is that final tribute to the life and times of your deceased loved…
Dealing with grief during the Holidays
The Holidays and New Year can be a happy time of year, most can spend time with their families, friends and loved ones. However, if you have recently lost a…
An open casket vs. a closed casket service – it’s a personal choice
When planning a Funeral, there are many different decisions to be made. One of those decisions is whether or not to have an open or closed casket for the visitation…
What are Burial Rights?
1. When I buy a cemetery property, do I own the land? No. As an Interment “Rights Holder” what you own is an “interment right”. This gives you the right…
Choices when planning a Remembrance
It can be difficult trying to decide how to properly honour a loved one or friend. Below are the most common choices of remembrance, which can be chosen individually or…
Obituary – Quick and Easy Guide
What is an Obituary? An obituary is often the first thing people read in the newspaper or online each day – and, for many, it will likely be the last…