National Military Cemetery

When a child is grieving, the goal isn’t to have the right words, it’s to create space for them to express what they feel.

Beechwood’s Grief Companion Workbook helps children process loss gently, at their own pace.

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Service doesn’t end with the uniform, it lives on through community, remembrance, and shared legacy.

Beechwood’s RCMP community honours the courage, service, and sacrifice of members and their families.

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Grief isn’t something to fix.

It’s something to experience, at your own pace, in your own way. There’s no timeline, no checklist, and no “right” way forward.

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La communauté de la GRC dispose d’un lieu de mémoire dédié au Cimetière Beechwood. 🇨🇦
Découvrez comment le Cimetière commémoratif national de la GRC continue d’honorer le service, le sacrifice et l’héritage des membres de la GRC.

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Today at the National Military Cemetery of Canada at Beechwood, members of the 33 Combat Engineer Regiment and the 33 Combat Engineer Regiment Regimental Association gathered to honour the memory of Officer Cadet Bill Whitley, who tragically lost his life during a training exercise at CFB Chilliwack on June 20, 1988.

A wreath bearing the inscription “33 Combat Engineer Regiment” was laid at his gravesite in Section 27, followed by a moment of silence, the sounding of the Last Post and Reveille, and time for personal reflection. The ceremony served as a poignant reminder of the enduring bonds of service, sacrifice, and remembrance that unite generations of Canadian Military Engineers.

We extend our sincere thanks to Lieutenant-Colonel Kevin Ng and all members of the Regiment and Regimental Association for their continued commitment to honouring a fallen comrade.

It is a privilege for Beechwood, Canada's National Cemetery and home to the National Military Cemetery of Canada, to support this important act of remembrance.

Writing a eulogy isn’t about perfection, it’s about speaking from the heart.
With the right structure, simple steps, and a few practical tips, you can honour a life in a way that feels authentic and meaningful.
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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 as a simple idea to provide Canadians with a dignified way to retire worn and weathered flags has quickly evolved into a growing national tradition. This year, flags arrived from communities across Canada and from Canadians living abroad, each carrying its own story and representing a unique connection to our country.

Held at the National Military Cemetery of Canada, the ceremony brought together veterans, serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces, families, community leaders, and citizens from all walks of life to reflect on the meaning of Canada’s most recognized national symbol.

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Le 17 juin dernier, des Canadiennes et des Canadiens se sont réunis au Cimetière Beechwood, le Cimetière national du Canada, à l’occasion de la deuxième cérémonie Sous l’érable – Respect du drapeau canadien.

Ce qui a commencé comme une initiative visant à offrir aux Canadiennes et aux Canadiens une façon digne et respectueuse de retirer du service leurs drapeaux usés est rapidement devenu une tradition nationale grandissante. Cette année, des drapeaux provenant de collectivités de partout au pays ainsi que de Canadiennes et de Canadiens vivant à l’étranger ont été confiés à Beechwood, chacun portant son histoire et son lien particulier avec notre pays.

Sous l’érable : des Canadiennes et des Canadiens se rassemblent pour rendre hommage au drapeau national à Beechwood - Beechwood Ottawa Le 17 juin dernier, des Canadiennes et des Canadiens se sont réunis au Cimetière Beechwood, le Cimetière national du Canada, à l’occasion de la deuxième cérémonie Sous l’érable – Respect…

There’s no single way to honour a life, only the way that feels right for your family.

From traditional services to celebrations of life and fully personalized tributes, every option can reflect what matters most.

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There’s no one “right” way to honour a life.

From funerals to memorials to celebrations of life, each option offers a different way to reflect, grieve, and remember.

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Tonight at Beechwood Cemetery 🇨🇦

A flag is more than fabric.

It flies over our homes, our schools, our military bases, our embassies, and our places of remembrance. It represents the people, values, and stories that unite us as Canadians.

This evening, join us at the National Military Cemetery of Canada for the Second Annual Under the Maple Leaf – Respecting the Canadian Flag ceremony.

Together, we will pay tribute to Canadian and provincial flags that have reached the end of their service through a dignified retirement ceremony that reflects the respect they deserve. The program will include a ceremonial procession, military participation, the retirement of flags, and the raising of a new National Flag of Canada.

📅 Tonight – June 17, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 National Military Cemetery of Canada, Beechwood Cemetery

Whether you are bringing a flag for retirement or simply joining us in reflection, all are welcome.

As Canada's National Cemetery, Beechwood is honoured to help build a new national tradition rooted in remembrance, respect, and pride.