Frequently Asked Questions

• Within a lot, adjacent to the base of the Headstone Marker the flower beds must not exceed 30cm (12in) in width
• Where there is no Marker, planting can only be done by permission of the Cemetery Manager
• Flower beds adjacent to Foot Markers are prohibited
• Raised edging is not permitted
• Artificial flowers are permitted provided they are placed in spiked containers immediately adjacent to the headstone, and properly maintained and not detrimental to general maintenance of the cemetery
• No decorations are permitted at the Foot Markers

• After November 1 and removed prior to April 30, failing to do so the Cemetery Manager will have them removed within the first week of May
• Artificial wreaths must not be covered with glass or plastic
• They must be securely anchored to the monument , or where there is no monument, mounted on an appropriate stand securely anchored to the ground

• Decoration Day is the third Sunday in June of each year

• Historical tours of the cemetery are available for groups
• Tours are an excellent idea for school trips for children of all ages. Information provided will compliment school curriculum
• For more information please contact Service Oshawa at 905-436-3311

• You can contact Service Oshawa at (905) 436-3311 for the details of the location; or
• Staff are on site Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 4pm and would be happy to provide any location. There is no charge for this service

• Tree and bench dedications may be made as a lasting tribute to a loved one
• For more information please contact the Cemetery Manager at 905-436-3311

• A wide variety of markers and monuments are available for purchase through the cemetery office located at 760 King St. Please call 905-436-3311 for an appointment

• Upright monuments are permitted with the purchase of four lots in a square

• You may have one traditional burial and 4 cremated remains per grave

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