Explore Oshawa’s Union Cemetery using new interactive map
The City of Oshawa has launched a new interactive map that will enable genealogy and history enthusiasts to search Union Cemetery interment records.
The interactive map supports independent exploration of available cemetery records. Aspiring historians can search by family name to find resting place locations and interment date. Due to the historical nature of cemetery records, not all information is available through this interactive map. Additional information may be available through the Union Cemetery Office.
Created as a component of the 2019-2029 Union Cemetery Business Plan, the map offers self-service online options to support the exploration of historical or genealogical records. The Oshawa Museum and the Oshawa Public Libraries also offer ancestry services.
Established in 1837, Union Cemetery is one of Oshawa’s oldest and most historic cemeteries. Located at 760 King Street West, it encompasses 32 acres and is the only active cemetery operated and maintained by the City of Oshawa.
Guided tours for groups and school trips can be arranged through Service Oshawa by calling 905-436-3311. For information on cemetery services please call the Union Cemetery office at 905-436-3311.
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“Oshawa has a rich, historical past. A great many of the pioneers, men and women, who developed our city have their final resting place in our Union Cemetery. A tour of the cemetery is an excellent introduction to who and what is there. For instance, do you know how Union Cemetery received its name? Why not book a tour with a knowledgeable guide and start learning about our past,” said Councillor Rick Kerr, Chair of the Community Services Committee.
“With this online tool, anyone with an interest in local history or family genealogy has one more easy-to-use resource in accessing records for Union Cemetery,” said Councillor Derek Giberson, Vice-Chair of the Community Services Community.