Grave Marker Maintenance

Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) is responsible for the proper care and maintenance of all graves and grave markers which were installed and provided by the Government of Canada.

Honouring Canada’s fallen

On behalf of the Government of Canada, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) cares for the graves of 110,355 Canadian soldiers who died during the First and Second World Wars.

First World War - August 4, 1914 to August 31, 1921
Second World War - September 3, 1939 to December 31, 1947

VAC is responsible for maintaining the more than 2,000 graves of Canadian Armed Forces members who died outside the dates listed above.

Preserving our heritage

If you know about an unmarked Veteran's grave or a military marker that needs maintenance, or you require additional information, contact Cemetery Maintenance at cm-mc@vac-acc.gc.ca or 902-626-2440.

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