St. Mary's Pioneer Cemetery was established in 1876 and is one of the oldest of The City of Calgary's historic cemeteries. It is located at Erlton St. and 32 Ave. S.W. The cemetery grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
St. Mary's Cemetery Overview
St. Mary's Cemetery amenities
- In-ground burial plots
- In-ground cremation plots
- Memorial cross
- Historical walking tours
St. Mary's Cemetery history
St. Mary's Cemetery history dates back to 1876 when it was established as one of the city's first Catholic cemeteries, and today many important founders and pioneers of Calgary are buried there. The Calgary Heritage Authority has deemed the cemetery to be a historically significant cultural landscape that played an important part in the settlement and establishment of Calgary as a city. For more information on St. Mary's Cemetery history or about the people that are buried there, please join one of the summer historical tours.
St. Mary's Cemetery special events
The City of Calgary helps citizens honour loved ones at Union Cemetery through several annual special events including Mother's Day Mums for Moms, and Father's Day Daisies for Dad as a loving remembrance.
How can we help you?
In addition to providing the final resting place for your loved one, The City of Calgary Cemeteries can provide you with a large selection of affordable products and services including:
Our knowledgeable staff have over 100 years of cemetery experience and can help you choose the best options to suit your needs. Please contact us for more information.
Want to locate a loved one's gravesite?
To find the location of a loved one's gravesite, please call 403-221-3660 or email The City of Calgary Cemeteries.
