Each November, as Canada observes Remembrance Week, we pause as a nation to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of our Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans. But beyond the…
Notice to Our Readers Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike and the resulting mail delivery disruptions, we have decided not to release the current issue of the Beechwood Way…
This morning, Beechwood Cemetery, home of the National Military Cemetery of Canada, once again became a place of community action and quiet gratitude. The 21st Annual National Day of Tribute…
Featuring Guatemala as the 2025 Host Nation On Sunday, October 19, 2025, the National Military Cemetery of Canada at Beechwood Cemetery hosted the 4th Annual Latin-American Remembrance Ceremony, marking a…
This fall, Beechwood Cemetery and the National Military Cemetery were deeply moved by the outpouring of community support during the Headstone Cleaning Events held in September and October 2025. Over…
It seemed to be one of those autumn days that Ottawa saves for September 30. At the Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa’s east end, about 100 people gathered to remember and…
This September 11 marks the 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of 2001, a day that changed the world forever. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost in New York, Washington, and…
From a pioneering athlete who broke barriers in women’s sports during the 1920s to the country’s leading paleontologist, this year’s Living Library at Beechwood Cemetery will honour trailblazers. On Sept.…
On the afternoon of July 14 2025 at the National Military Cemetery, we were honoured to welcome Her Excellency Ms. Kate Logan, High Commissioner of Australia to Canada accompanied by…
If you’ve been eager to explore Ottawa’s own National Cemetery, now’s the perfect time. The Beechwood Stroll, a free volunteer‑led historical walking tour, has unveiled new dates and a redesigned…