Commemorative Benches
Friends of Keji Commemorative Bench
Program gives individuals, businesses or organizations
the opportunity to adopt a bench in memory or
recognition of a loved one or deserving individual or
group. The gift of a bench is a lasting tribute that
benefits the park as a whole by enhancing the visitor
experience.
Memorial benches are currently located on front country
trails and locations can be found on the
Bench Map.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum donation and
how long is the term?
Donations for memorial benches
start at $1000 CAD. This includes the cost of the bench,
a customized plaque, and the installation and
maintenance of the bench for 10 years in its original
location, or within close proximity.
What happens after the 10-year
term?
After 10 years, the donor will be given the
option to reinvest in the program for another 10 year
period or to receive the plaque and allow the bench to
be offered to other donors. Each donor is responsible to
update their contact information such as phone number,
email address and mailing address during this time.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Donations are tax deductible and income tax receipts
will be issued. Payment of donations must be completed
to Friends of Keji Cooperating Association in advance of
ordering/installing the bench. Once your application has
been finalised, it should take approximately 30 days to
receive a tax receipt in the mail. More than one person
can donate towards the donation item. Tax receipts will
be issued and mailed to each person contributing to this
financial donation.
Do I own the memorial bench?
Donations will not constitute ownership of the bench,
the land upon which it is situated, or surrounding
lands. Parks Canada retains the right to use lands
adjacent to the bench or relocate the bench if required
for national park management purposes. The disposition
of the bench is at the sole discretion of the park.
What kind of message can be put on
the plaque?
A customized plaque will be engraved with
the donor’s desired message. The maximum number of words
permitted is 40, on 4 lines maximum. Please be advised
that the more words you have, the smaller the font will
be to accommodate your personalized message. For
consistency and quality, Friends of Keji
reserve the right to reject unacceptable messages
or wording and will look after the plaque production and
installation. We do not accept custom supplied plaques.
Since Parks Canada proudly serves Canadians and visitors
of all ethnicities, your personalized message may be
engraved in English, French Mi'kmaq, or any language of
your choice
Can I choose a bench location?
Benches are available on a first come, first serve
basis. Based on availability, you may select a preferred
location. For the most up to date list of available
benches please see the
commemorative bench map.
Can I choose to move my bench
during the 10-year term?
Once a location has been
chosen by a donor, this will be their permanent location
for the 10-year commitment. From time to time a bench
may be moved within close proximity to accommodate
construction and/or maintenance. Should we need to
displace your bench to a temporary location, you will be
notified by a Parks Canada representative.
How do I participate in this
program?
If you wish to participate in the Friends of
Keji Commemorative bench program outlined here, please
submit a completed
application form (PDF) along with
payment to Friends of Keji. You can email your completed
application form to:
info@friendsofkeji.ns.ca or alternatively mail it at
the address listed below. Please remit your payment to
the Friends of Keji Cooperating Association at:
50
Pinetree Cresent, Hammonds Plains, NS, B3Z 1K4
Contact Us
If you have further
questions or require additional information regarding
this program, please contact us at
info@friendsofkeji.ns.ca
