Municipal Cemeteries Seasonal Closure

BRACEBRIDGE, ON (November 27, 2024) – Town of Bracebridge cemeteries are now closed for the season. No interments or monument installations will take place. Cemeteries will re-open once the weather permits in the spring of 2025.

During the seasonal closure, driveway and roadways are not plowed, and overall grounds maintenance is paused. The public is still able to visit the cemeteries during this time, however visitors should proceed with caution.

The Town’s Cemetery By-law 2015-066 permits one wreath or flower arrangement on any single lot to mark special occasions that take place after October 15 and before May 1. These decorations must be removed within 30 days.

The Town of Bracebridge is responsible for the management of 19 cemeteries,

To learn more about cemeteries in Bracebridge, visit bracebridge.ca/cemeteries. 

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About Bracebridge – The Town of Bracebridge is located in the Heart of Muskoka, the epitome of Canada’s Cottage Country.  With a population in excess of 17,000 permanent residents that doubles during the summer months, the community has a diversified economy that is highlighted by strong construction, hospitality and professional sectors. Bracebridge is the steward of the cottage country brand and is teaching the world the power of living the Muskoka lifestyle in its spirit, the arts, food, home and recreation. The Town is positioned on the 45th parallel, halfway between the Equator and the North Pole, and is recognized as Santa’s summer home.




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