Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa ON 2016
Driving through Beechwood Cemetery. In 2009, Beechwood was recognized by an Act of Parliament that received all-party support as the National Cemetery of Canada. Beechwood is proud to be the final resting place for many members of the Canadian Forces, Veterans, War Dead, RCMP and Ottawa Police, plus Governors-General, Prime Ministers and Canadian Victoria Cross recipients. Website:
Brenda Hilt's Grave Site at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, Canada
This 4K video taken on June 1st 2019 features the beautiful grounds of Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
The song Part of Me is sung by Charlie Landsborough, the favorite singer of my beautiful wife Brenda who passed away on January 25, 2018. To honor her memory I journeyed to Liverpool, England in May, 2019 and took in one of Charlie's wonderful last concerts. He was gracious enough to let me visit with him backstage before the start of the concert. Our meeting and the kind words which he spoke to me at that time are something which I shall never forget. Not only is Charlie Landsborough a great singer/songwriter, he is a wonderful, kind person. If you haven't yet heard any of Charlie's music I would strongly urge you to do so.
Did You Know? - The Story of Beechwood Cemetery
Beechwood Cemetery is the National Cemetery of Canada. It’s the final resting place of over 75, 000 Canadians, including prime ministers, soldiers and members of the public who have helped shape our country. Inaugurated in 1873, over the years, Beechwood Cemetery has evolved into an important part of national heritage, preserving Canada’s history and identity. Puneet Birgi brings us more on the history of this National Historic Site.
National Military Cemetery
The National Military Cemetery at Beechwood contains four sections, spread throughout the cemetery. These include two Commonwealth War Grave sections, one section managed by Veterans Affairs Canada (Section 27) and the newest section, the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces (Section 103), managed by the Department of National Defence.
Eligibility
Eligibility includes:
Currently serving and honourably released Regular and Reserve Force members of The Canadian Forces
Members honourably released from a former Canadian Service
Canadian Veterans of the World Wars or Korean War, and the Canadian Merchant Navy
One family member may also be interred in the same plot as the service member. Verification of entitlement will be established in every case through the application process.
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Ottawa Beechwood Cemetery, Great War
Ottawa (Beechwood) Cemetery contains 99 Commonwealth burials of the Great War and 113 from the Second World War. Many of the graves are in two veterans plots, with the Cross of Sacrifice dedicated to all service casualties buried in the cemetery, located in the newer plot. The Ottawa Cremation Memorial is in a shelter adjoining the newer of the veterans plots in the cemetery and commemorates 26 Second World War servicmen whose remains were cremated elsewhere in Canada and the U.S.A. Many Great War burials are scattered throughout Canada's second largest cemetery. This video is dedicated to the men and women of the Great War. Inscription of Private Frederick A. Wylde: To Live in Hearts We Leave Behind is Not to Die.
Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa - The National Cemetery of Ottawa
The Ottawa Chinese Cemetery at Beechwood Cemetery
One of the first things visitors will see when entering the southeast corner of Beechwood Cemetery is a pagoda honouring the ancestors of Ottawa’s Chinese community.
Built in 1995, the red, green and gold structure, standing on four pillars surrounded by flowers and trees, is one of the distinctive landmarks of Canada’s national cemetery, an island of tranquility in a city of one million people.
It is designed according to Chinese religious principles, and surrounding the circle in which it lies are the graves of over 4,000 Chinese-Canadians, with room to grow for generations.
Ottawa Beechwood National Military Cemetery in the fall
Driving through the Beechwood National Military Cemetery in Ottawa, Ontario in the fall of 2018.
Ottawa Police Service Memorial Cemetery
For the last 150 years, the Ottawa Police Service have served our community with honour, courage and respect. The Ottawa Police Service Memorial Cemetery celebrates that history and honours every member and his or her family. It recognizes the commitment to the community and the dedication to providing security for all of Ottawa and the hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
The OPS Memorial Cemetery allows us to honour the past, pay respect to the present and plan for the future.
Lighting of the RCMP Memorial Flame at Beechwood Cemetery
On this 150th year of Canada, we recognise the courage of service of RCMP members, veterans and their families by igniting a torch at the Centennial Flame and using that flame to light the new RCMP Memorial Flame at the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery at Beechwood Cemetery.
This event was organized by the RCMP Veterans’ Association, Ottawa Division; the Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police with the collaboration with the Ottawa Police Service.
National Military Cemetery
Ever wonder how the monuments in the National Military Cemetery are installed?
The dedicated crew at Beechwood Cemetery is proud of the work they do on behalf of all Canadians. Honouring the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces is one of the most important aspects of Beechwood Cemetery. Our crew take days to ensure that every monument is perfectly placed, in line with each other and will remain in position for generations.
Watch and see the dedication of each member of the Beechwood team.
Lest we forget.
Beechwood Cemetery Ceremony - Ottawa
BGen (retired) Padre Gerry Peddle speaking at the lighting of the RCMP Memorial Flame
On this 150th year of Canada, we recognise the courage of service of RCMP members, veterans and their families by igniting a torch at the Centennial Flame and using that flame to light the new RCMP Memorial Flame at the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery at Beechwood Cemetery.
This event was organized by the RCMP Veterans’ Association, Ottawa Division; the Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police with the collaboration with the Ottawa Police Service.
Beechwood Cemetery PT 2
PT 2 of the ride through Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa
A Walk in the Beechwood Military cemetary.
Video taken of Beechwood cemetery on the 11 Nov 2013 in Ottawa.
Beechwood Cemetery 2015 part 1
First drive through Beechwood Cemetery this year. With a little stop to pay respect to the Fallen RCMP members and those who died in service to our Country.
Beechwood Cemetery PT 1
Little trip through Vanier then into Beechwood Cemetery. Happened upon a parade of RCMP as they headed to the Memorial.
The lighting of the RCMP Memorial Flame
On this 150th year of Canada, we recognise the courage of service of RCMP members, veterans and their families by igniting a torch at the Centennial Flame and using that flame to light the new RCMP Memorial Flame at the RCMP National Memorial Cemetery at Beechwood Cemetery.
This event was organized by the RCMP Veterans’ Association, Ottawa Division; the Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police with the collaboration with the Ottawa Police Service.
Beechwood Mausoleum
The Beechwood Mausoleum sits on a high point overlooking Beechwood’s main entrance and the BNMC. Construction began in the late 1920s, with the Mausoleum being completed in 1930.
The mausoleum’s Gothic architecture, first introduced to Ottawa when the Parliament Buildings were constructed, represents a revival of certain features of ancient buildings, particularly elaborately-carved stonework depicting mythological and other creatures, and the use of finely-crafted stained glass windows.
The centre of the Mausoleum contains the Chapel. While the altar has since been removed, the spectacular solid bronze Chapel doors are still in place. The doors, embossed with symbols of the Christian faith, open to reveal the vaulted ceilings and stained glass windows, created by artist James Blomfield.
WW2 era M4A2E8 Sherman Tank on display in a cemetery in Ottawa Canada
Unlike most Shermans, this was powered by a pair of diesel engines. This one would have been a lot less likely to burst into flames when hit in battle. On display in Beechwood Cemetery.