Cemetery Master Plan

The Town of St. Marys is collaborating with consultants to develop a Cemetery Master Plan to guide the future of the St. Marys Cemetery over the next 25 years. This initiative will ensure the cemetery continues to meet the evolving needs of the community while preserving its historical significance and enhancing operational sustainability.

Project goals

The Cemetery Master Plan will:

• Assess the current state and capacity of the cemetery.
• Recommend strategies for space optimization and long-term sustainability to develop a 25-year plan.
• Review and update cemetery bylaws and administrative practices.
• Explore modern interment options, including green burials and cremation services.
• Evaluate software solutions for improved record keeping and public access. 

Historical information

Established in 1885, the St. Marys Cemetery replaced the original Elgin St. cemetery. It spans 23 acres and includes notable burials such as:

• Arthur Meighen, Canada’s ninth Prime Minister.
• James Brine, one of the Tolpuddle Martyrs.
• George Graham, a Titanic passenger.

The cemetery features unique elements like hillside mausoleums and a Catholic section divided into saint-named blocks.

Join the conversation

Your input is important to ensure the cemetery continues to meet the evolving needs of the community. We invite you to submit your feedback until Friday, July 11, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. (midnight).

Here is how you can get involved:

• Take the online survey opening on Monday, June 30, 2025 below. Survey closes on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) to share feedback.

• A physical copy of the survey will be available at the following locations: 
  • Town Hall (175 Queen St. E)
  • Municipal Operations Centre (408 James St. S)
  • St. Marys Public Library (15 Church St. N)
  • St. Marys Museum (177 Church St. S)
  • St. Marys Friendship Centre (317 James St. S)