Commemorative Bench Program 

Benches are an important feature of parks and trails maintained by the City of Yellowknife. They provide welcoming spaces for residents and visitors to rest and enjoy the beauty of Yellowknife’s Parks and Trail System.

Administered by Community Services, the Commemorative Bench Program offers a meaningful way to contribute to City-owned parks by donating a standardized bench that will be installed and maintained by the City.

Honouring Someone Special 

Benches may be donated:

  • In memory of a loved one
  • To honour a person or group
  • To recognize a special occasion

Bench and plaque locations are selected by the Manager of Facilities, with donor input welcomed.

Memorial benches for MMIWG
Chantal Dubuc/CBC

Donate a Commemorative Bench 

Requests are accepted year-round, with installation scheduled as climate conditions permit.

Cost:

  • Standard commemorative bench (including plaque and installation): $1,200.00
  • Additional $1,200.00 if a concrete pad base is required (based on location)

Benches are typically installed on a concrete pad base. 

To obtain a Commemorative Bench request please contact Community Services at (867) 920-5648 or email @email.