Peachland Cemetery clean up underway

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District of Peachland staff are conducting the biannual clean-up of the Peachland Cemetery this week, July 6 to 10, to remove items that have been placed on or around memorial markers.

Items that are not part of the official monument will be placed next to the maintenance building on the grounds for owners to collect and take away, or place back on the memorial when the clean-up is complete.

This maintenance is conducted twice annually as required to help ensure it remains a beautiful, safe and clean space for all visitors. 

For more information about the Peachland Cemetery, visit www.peachland.ca/cemetery.

Peachland Cemetery FAQs

  • What ornamentation may I place on my relative’s grave?
    Please place flowers only.
  • When am I permitted to place artificial flowers?
    Please place artificial flowers only during the period from September 30 to May 1 of each year. In the spring, artificial flowers are removed when grass cutting resumes.
  • Why did someone remove the flowers I placed on a grave?
    The flowers may have deteriorated, been removed for aesthetic reasons or disturbed due to wind and weather.
  • May toys or food be left at gravesites?
    Items like toys or food can become hazards during grass cutting operations and are prohibited.
  • When are the gates opened and closed?
    The main gate is always locked unless a burial is arranged or permission is granted to have it unlocked. There are two pedestrian gates that are always open.
  • Who is responsible for repair of damaged memorial markers?
    The family is responsible for any repairs to monuments. The District does not own the memorial markers. 
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