While the dictionary typically defines a “commemoration” as a ceremony or celebration in which a person or event is remembered, at Beechwood Cemetery the occasion takes on a much deeper…

Some of the headstones at Beechwood Cemetery, particularly in the older military section, are almost completely covered in snow these days, the names of those interred below them temporarily hidden…

This month, as Canadians celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians, the country’s national cemetery is looking back to move forward. Throughout February, Beechwood Cemetery is honouring Black Canadians…

Dr. Lorris Elliott Section 51S, Grave 336 Lorris Elliott was born on December 20, 1931 in Scarborough, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in the West Indies. He grew up on…

Join us for Beechwood Cemetery’s 150th Anniversary. This is a celebration of the people and communities that we have been able to serve. We are so fortunate to be the…

Forsyth says past Guidons have been laid up in the Church on Garrison Petawawa, at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa and the Commanding Officer of the Dragoons has a plan for…

Before the dignitaries arrived for the official ceremony, before the warmup drone of the piper filled the air and before the official moment of silence commemorated those who served Canada,…

Tina Quesnel’s son Justin was just 35 years old when he died unexpectedly last year, but she remembers him — a Canadian soldier — as full of joy and love…

Each year, the Beechwood Cemetery Foundation host the Christmas Candlelight Service -this year’s event is on December 11th at 6:00pm.This annual service offers families and community members a peaceful way…

AS WE APPROACH a milestone in Beechwood’s history, we tend to reflect on the years behind us. For over 150 years, Beechwood has had the honour of serving the community,…