New Edition: Beechwood Way: Winter 2026 Volume 34
Dear Beechwood Community,
As we step into a new year, we do so with optimism, purpose, and a clear line of sight on the transformational work ahead. Beechwood’s mandate has always been anchored in remembrance, but your continued partnership has allowed us to broaden that mandate: to be a national gathering place where history, community, education, and future aspirations intersect.
The months ahead will be defined by forward momentum. In 2026, we will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces. This milestone is more than an anniversary; it is a strategic inflection point. A quarter-century of honouring those who served has prepared us to chart the course for the next 150 years. Together, we will reaffirm the National Military Cemetery as a place where Canada’s military story continues to evolve, and where families, veterans, and serving members stand together across generations.
We are equally energized by the significant programming and events on the horizon. The coming year will bring an expanded slate of ceremonies, cultural commemorations, and national initiatives that reinforce Beechwood’s role not only as a place of memory, but as a place of belonging.
Our Under the Maple Leaf – Respecting the Canadian Flag program will continue to scale up, offering Canadians a dignified way to retire the flags that have marked their homes and communities. These engagements, rooted in respect and national symbolism, strengthen Beechwood’s position as a steward of Canadian identity.