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Cemetery Services
There are four cemeteries in the City of Morden – Chapel Cemetery, Hillside Cemetery, Southside Cemetery and Lakeside Cemetery. The City of Morden owns and operates the Hillside Cemetery, which is located on the South side of Thornhill as you travel West on Highway #3 going out of Morden and Lakeside Cemetery located south of Morden along the west side of Highway 432.
Hillside Cemetery Plot Prices
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Regular Plot (plus GST) | $750.00 |
| Baby Plot (1/2 size plot) (plus GST) | $175.00 |
| Second Interment in the same plot (plus GST) | $375.00 |
Lakeside Cemetery Plot Prices
Lakeside Cemetery spans an expansive 8 acres and has the capacity for over 2,000 plots. By meticulously planning for the future, we anticipate that Lakeside Cemetery will meet the needs of the community for the next 30 years. We understand the importance of creating a legacy and are committed to providing a tranquil space that families can visit and cherish.
| Type | Dimensions (ft) | Cost | Allowances (Max) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Plot | 5’X10′ | $1,250 | 1 Full and 1 Ash |
| Double TP | 10’X10′ | $2,500 | 2 Full and 2 Ash |
| Lawn Plot (Ash) | 4’X4′ | $800 | 2 Ash |
| Infant Plot | 4’X4′ | $250 | 1 Full or 1 Ash |
| Niche (Primary Opening) | 1’X1’X1′ | $2,500 | 2 Urns |
| Niche (Second Opening) | N/A | $250 | N/A |
| Green Plot | 5’X10′ | $1,000 | 1 Full |
| Ash Scattering Garden | N/A | $400 | 1 Ash |
| Administration Fees | N/A | $250 | Transfer/Refund/Disinterment |
* All Monument and Plaque fees are not associated with the City of Morden Fee Schedule.
City of Morden Cemeteries
Cemetery Regulations
The following are the rules and regulations for all city cemeteries:
- All cemetery plots must be purchased at the Morden Civic Centre Office. Plots will be sold in sequential order, as determined by the Cemetery Committee.
- Cemetery plots may not be resold or transferred without the approval of the Cemetery Committee. Refunds, if approved, will be issued at the original purchase price.
- Grave covers and/or curbs made of concrete, fibreglass, or other materials are not permitted. Headstones made of natural stone may be used, with a maximum size of 3′ x 3′ and 4′ in height. Headstones must be placed on a concrete base, with the top of the base at ground level.
- The maintenance and repair of headstones are the responsibility of the deceased’s family.
- The location of purchased plots will be marked and staked by the Cemetery Caretaker prior to excavation.
- The cost of digging and closing the grave must be borne by those responsible for the deceased’s arrangements.
- Flowers and wreaths may be placed on graves, but no permanent shrubs, trees, or plantings are permitted.
- Grave stacking (i.e., two regular interments in one plot) is not permitted. One ash interment is allowed in the same plot as a regular interment, with an additional fee as stated in the fee schedule.
- Urns and cremation containers may be interred in a regular plot, with up to two interments allowed. An additional fee will apply for extra interments, as outlined in the fee schedule.
Cemetery Caretaker’s Responsibilities:
- Mowing the grass as required.
- Staking plots prior to excavation.
- Cleaning up excess soil from new plots.
- Maintaining the appearance of plots (top dressing, sowing grass).
- Maintaining cemetery tools and equipment.
- Pruning and watering trees.
- Conducting spring clean-up.
- Staking plots for winter.
The Cemetery Caretaker is accountable to the City of Morden’s Director of Community Services.
