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The Town of Saugeen Shores has declared a Significant Weather Event due to observed and forecasted conditions, effective 8:00 a.m. on February 18, 2026, and continuing until further notice.
Saugeen Shores maintains five historic cemeteries, dating back to 1851.
They are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
Burials occur:
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
No interments take place in winter, after noon on Saturdays or holidays, or on Sundays, unless ordered by the Medical Officer of Health.
The Town owns and maintains the following five cemeteries:
Burgoyne Cemetery - 4895 Bruce Road 3, Saugeen Shores, ON N0H 2C0
Pioneer Cemetery - 46 Cemetery Road, Southampton, ON N0H 2L0
Sanctuary Park Cemetery - 837 Eastwood Drive, Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C4
Southampton Cemetery – 445 Carlisle Street, Southampton, ON N0H 2L0
St. Patrick’s Cemetery – 42 Cemetery Road, Southampton, ON N0H 2L0
Visiting Regulations and Etiquette
Visitors are asked to respect the dignity of the cemeteries and others by following these rules:
Remove all artificial flowers, potted plants, stands, and ornaments by October 15 (except saddle arrangements).
Artificial flowers must be in metal or plastic containers—others will be removed.
No glass containers allowed at grave sites.
Pets must always be leashed; the Abby Bolton Memorial Off-Leash Dog Park is located beside the Port Elgin Cemetery at 961 Lehnen Street if one wishes to take their pet off-leash.
Noise and inappropriate behaviors are not permitted.
Speed limit is 10 km/h.
Burial vaults are required for all traditional and cremation interments.
You can purchase lots, plots and niches to suit your family’s needs through our Infrastructure and Development Services. Our knowledgeable and compassionate staff can help you throughout your planning process and answer any questions you may have.
For more information on lot purchases, interment scheduling, general inquiries and maintenance issues, contact our Cemetery
Operator by phone at 519-832-2008 x149.
After-hours or emergency services are available by contacting steve.mclean@saugeenshores.ca or 519-385-2883.
Burial Authorization Form - To grant permission for the burial of others in owned plots, complete this form
Burial Request Form - To initiate a burial request, complete this form.
Internment Rights - Information about internment rights
Contact Us
Cemeteries- General Inquiries
600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820
Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C0
Phone 519-832-2008 Ext. 149
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