Our Story
Dedicated to the respectful preservation and perpetual care of Zion Cemetery since its founding over a century ago.
Our Mission
The Zion Cemetery Fund is dedicated to the respectful preservation and perpetual maintenance of the Zion Cemetery, ensuring it remains a dignified resting place and cherished heritage site for the community of Foxwarren and the Municipality of Prairie View.
Our Vision
A beautifully maintained cemetery that honors the past while serving as a lasting symbol of community care and remembrance for future generations. We envision a heritage site that connects families with their roots and inspires continued stewardship.
Our History
Over a century of community stewardship on the Manitoba prairie
From Prairie Settlement to Heritage Site
The story of Zion Cemetery is woven into the very fabric of the Foxwarren community. When early settlers arrived in the region during the late 1880s, establishing homesteads along the Canadian Pacific Railway, they brought with them a deep commitment to community values — including the sacred duty of caring for their departed.
By 1902, the need for a dedicated cemetery was answered with the establishment of the Zion Cemetery on Provincial Road 475, west of the growing settlement. The land was chosen for its peaceful, elevated position overlooking the surrounding prairie farmland — a fitting eternal home for the pioneers who had shaped the landscape.
Through more than 120 years of Manitoba's changing seasons, the Zion Cemetery Fund has faithfully carried forward the original promise of perpetual care, ensuring that each generation maintains the sacred trust placed in their hands.
Key Milestones
Our Core Values
The principles that guide our stewardship
Dignity & Respect
We approach every aspect of cemetery care with the utmost reverence, honoring the memory of those laid to rest and the families who entrust us with their care.
Community Stewardship
Cemetery care is a collective responsibility. We work collaboratively with community members, the Municipality of Prairie View, and heritage organizations to fulfill our mandate.
Heritage Preservation
Every headstone, every inscription, and every record tells a story. We are committed to preserving these irreplaceable artifacts of our community's history for future generations.
Transparency & Accountability
As a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency, we maintain full transparency in our operations and finances, ensuring every resource is directed toward our mission of perpetual care.