Our History
Background
In recent years it became apparent that the cemeteries in the area were reaching their capacity, and that there was a need for a new cemetery to serve the population of Oromocto and the surrounding area. The Town of Oromocto, through the Mayor, Council and Staff recognized this need and were determined to remedy the problem.
Through our research we have learned a great deal about the operation of a cemetery. We offer our clientele a variety of choices, whether they select traditional burials or cremation, and at prices and payment plans suited to every budget. We have learned that the cremation rate in Canada has been steadily increasing, although not as quickly in this area as elsewhere. That may be because people didn't have attractive options for the interment of cremated remains.
We offer options in a setting that is welcoming, calm, appealing to the eye. As the word "Gardens" appears in our name, we hope to have many flowers and shrubs with seating areas where family members can visit, read if they wish, or meditate in comfort and enjoy their surroundings.
Timeline
Year | Month | Event |
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2006 | Spring | Initial gate construction |
2007 | Sept 28 | A Board of Directors was formed and the Oromocto Pioneer Gardens Cemetery Company Inc. was Incorporated on September 28, 2007. This is a Community Cemetery serving all denominations. The Company is a non-profit, self-sustaining, volunteer run organization. |
2007 | Nov | Installation of main Columbaria Units (Area B) |
2007 | Nov | The Columbarium Garden was started with the installation of five units in Area B |
2008 | June | The Cemetery was open for sales |
2008 | July | First internment took place |
2008 | Sept. 18 | Official Opening Ceremony was held |
2009 | June | Installation of main Field of Honour Columbarium (Area C) |
2010 | Aug | Gate masonry work |
2011 | Oromocto Pioneer Gardens - Granite Sign | |
2011 | Flag pole for Field of Honour | |
2011 | Installation of curbing phase 1 | |
2011 | Summer | Relocation of original Maintenance shed |
2011 | Public awareness event at the Oromocto Mall | |
2011 | Entrance iron works and gate installed | |
2012 | LPF donation presentation for Field of Honour | |
2013 | Installation of curbing phase II | |
2014 | Field of Honour Monument | |
2015 | May | Planting of trees on the berm |
2016 | May 15 | 1st Annual Memorial Service |
2016 | Additions to (Area C) Field of Honour Columbarium | |
2016 | July | Dedication of Cliff Sanford’s Quiet Corner |
2016 | July | New maintenance shed |
2017 | June 11 | 2nd Annual Memorial Service |
2018 | June | Quiet Area Wall |
2018 | June 24 | 3rd Annual Memorial Service |