Cemeteries
The Municipality operates and maintains 12 cemeteries. We preserve the rich, historical significance of these heritage properties, some of which date back to 1795. All cemeteries are open to the public from 8:00 a.m. until dusk, daily.
- Union Cemetery (1874)
- Welcome Cemetery (1855)
- St. John's Anglican (1862)
- Old Presbyterian Pioneer (1827)
- Elizabethville Anglican (1855)
- Elizabethville Methodist (1869)
- Knoxville Presbyterian (1859)
- Perrytown Bible Christian (1843)
- Perrytown Presbyterian (1838)
- Providence Bible Christian (1843)
- East Zion Bible Christian (1833)
- Zion United Church Cemetery (1839)
Cemeteries active for burials
Burials are permitted to take place at our five operating cemeteries, including Providence Bible Christian, St. John's Anglican, Knoxville Presbyterian, Welcome, and Union cemeteries.
All other cemeteries are inactive and burials are no longer permitted at these locations.
Fees
You can purchase lots, plots, and niches to suit your family's needs. Our knowledgeable and compassionate staff can help you throughout the planning process and answer any questions you may have. Find our fees for plots, interments, maintenance and additional services in our municipal fees and charges.
Visiting regulations and etiquette
- We ask our visitors to respect the dignity and integrity of the cemeteries, and the rights of other visitors.
- Visitors shall not disturb the quiet by creating noise or acting inappropriately.
- The speed limit within the cemeteries is 10 km/hr.
- Artificial flowers must be placed in a metal or plastic container, or they will be removed.
- No glass containers are allowed at the grave site.
- All artificial flowers are allowed from October 15 to April 1. Potted plants are permitted year-round but must be in approved flower stands.
Learn more about our cemeteries, regulations, and services by viewing our Cemetery By-law, or contact our staff at the Municipal Cemetery Office.