Charity Sillery, QC
This organization is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Registration number: | 119047710RR0001 |
Type: | Charitable Organization |
Category: | Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community |
Subcategory: | Community Resource |
Mission Statement:
Mount Hermon Cemetery Association aims to honor the memory of those buried in its grounds, providing a dignified and respectful environment for visitors. It strives to maintain high standards of care for the cemetery, ensuring that memories of the deceased are visited in comfort and respect.
Geographic Focus:
Mount Hermon Cemetery is located in Sillery, Quebec, a suburb of Quebec City. It serves the primarily English-speaking Protestant community in the region. The cemetery is situated on 11 hectares of land overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, making it a significant historic site in Quebec.
Program Highlights:
The cemetery is notable for its historic significance and beautiful garden setting. It was the first garden cemetery established in Canada and features a blend of art with nature, including Celtic crosses, neoclassical monuments, and obelisks. The cemetery also includes a memorial section dedicated to Canadian Armed Forces and American war graves from World Wars I and II. Restoration work has been undertaken to preserve the cemetery's historic lodge and mass grave for anonymous victims from the Empress of Ireland. The cemetery hosts various ceremonies, such as the 150th anniversary of Jeffery Hale Hospital, showcasing its importance in the community.
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