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…
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…
Across Canada, countless Canadian flags proudly fly outside homes, schools, businesses, cottages, embassies, community centres, and military institutions. Over time, wind, snow, rain, and sun leave their mark. Eventually, every…
On May 23, 2026, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police National Memorial Cemetery at Beechwood Cemetery welcomed veterans, serving members, families, dignitaries, and members of the public for a special commemorative…
On May 19, 2026, the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces at Beechwood Cemetery marked an important and historic moment in Canada’s evolving landscape of military remembrance through the…
On May 14, 2026, Beechwood officially launched its long-awaited historical publication, The Journey of Beechwood Cemetery: Canada’s Legacy Written in Stone, a landmark project exploring the remarkable evolution of Beechwood…
Ottawa, ON – May 19, 2026 The Beechwood Cemetery Foundation, in partnership with the Canadian Armed Forces and Indigenous community leaders, will host a national ceremony marking the unveiling of…
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…
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…
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