On the evening of June 17, Canadians gathered at Beechwood Cemetery, Canada’s National Cemetery, for the Second Annual Under the Maple Leaf – Respecting the Canadian Flag Ceremony. What began…
Few elements of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police uniform are as instantly recognizable as the High Brown Boots and Spurs. While the scarlet serge often captures public attention, these distinctive…
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 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…
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…
Social stories are valuable tools in supporting the development of social and emotional skills in neurodiverse people. They are brief stories that describe social situations or interactions, breaking down complex…
Beechwood’s Echo the Fox is a companion for children during funeral services, a companion to hold and cuddle when things get too confusing or difficult. Given at the time of…
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