Hardwood Hill Cemetery

21 Hardwood Dr
Cape Breton, NS B1P 4C3

Hardwood Hill Cemetery, the largest cemetery in Sydney, Nova Scotia, spans fourteen acres and features over 12,000 graves and burial plots. Established in 1882, it reflects the multicultural history of Cape Breton, accommodating individuals from various denominations, including Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Anglican, and Catholic.

Among its notable interments are Katherine McLennan, a key figure in the preservation of Cape Breton heritage, and comedians Hughie MacKenzie and Allan MacDougall, who entertained audiences on Canadian television. The cemetery also honors the contributions of the Chinese community, marked by a red granite monument dedicated to those who died in Cape Breton.

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