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SUMMARY:Unveiling of the Inuit Sacred Spiritual Symbol (Qulliq) at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces.
DESCRIPTION:Join Us – National Ceremony at Beechwood Cemetery  On Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026\, we invite you to join us at Beechwood Cemetery for a significant national moment of remembrance and recognition.  In partnership with the Canadian Armed Forces and Indigenous community leaders\, the Beechwood Cemetery Foundation will host the Unveiling of the Inuit Sacred Spiritual Symbol (Qulliq) at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces.  This ceremony marks an important step forward in ensuring that Inuit members of the Canadian Armed Forces are honoured in a way that reflects their cultural identity\, traditions\, and spiritual beliefs. The Qulliq\, a traditional Inuit lamp\, symbolizes light\, warmth\, and continuity\, values deeply connected to service\, resilience\, and community.  Event Details: 📅 Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026 🕙 10:00 a.m. 📍 Sacred Space\, Beechwood National Memorial Centre 280 Beechwood Avenue\, Ottawa  The program will include ceremonial opening by Indigenous Elders\, traditional Inuit cultural elements\, remarks from senior leadership\, and the formal unveiling and blessing of the updated spiritual symbols.  This is more than a ceremony\, it is a meaningful step in strengthening how we honour those who have served\, ensuring that remembrance reflects the full diversity of Canada.  All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://beechwoodottawa.ca/event/unveiling-of-the-inuit-sacred-spiritual-symbol-qulliq-at-the-national-military-cemetery-of-the-canadian-forces/
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SUMMARY:The Death Dialogues:  Thanatology 101 -  The Good\, the Bad and the Beautiful
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre for an evening that invites thoughtful conversation about one of life’s most universal experiences: grief.  Part of Beechwood’s Death Dialogues series\, this event is designed to build loss literacy\, helping individuals and communities better understand death\, dying\, and bereavement. These gatherings create a respectful and open environment where difficult topics can be explored with honesty\, curiosity\, and compassion.  The evening will feature Dina Bell-Laroche\, a Certified Thanatologist\, bereavement educator\, author\, and grief doula. Dina’s work is shaped by her personal experience of losing her younger sister at the age of 31\, an event that transformed her understanding of grief and ultimately led her to dedicate her life to supporting others navigating loss. Dina studies thanatology at King’s University College and works with individuals and communities to better understand the realities of grief. She is also the author of Grief Unleashed and speaks widely about creating healthier conversations around death\, loss\, and healing.  During this engaging session\, Dina will introduce the fundamentals of thanatology\, the study of death and loss\, while exploring the realities that come with grief: the difficult moments\, the unexpected lessons\, and even the beauty that can emerge when we allow ourselves to talk openly about loss.  Whether you are experiencing grief\, supporting someone who is\, or simply seeking to better understand the human experience surrounding death\, this Death Dialogue offers a meaningful and welcoming space for learning and reflection.  Event Details   Monday\, May 19\, 2026 – 6:30 p.m. Beechwood National Memorial Centre 280 Beechwood Avenue\, Ottawa  Come be part of a conversation that reminds us that understanding death can deepen our appreciation for life.
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