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"The Grand Treasurer’s proposal for an increase was based on his five-year forecast which proceeded the current pandemic."

- Grand Treasurer

Brethren, COVID-19 Temporary Business Policies: On February 12 we distributed another COVID-19 update that related to temporary business policies i...

"The determination of your Grand Lodge to get caught up on all these proposed amendments has been perceived by some as a daunting task. "

- Thomas W. Hogeboom,

Deputy Grand Master

“I wish it need not have happened in my time," said Frodo. "So do I," said Gandalf, "and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”

- J. R. R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring

"The Grand Lodge Masonic Education Committee Speaker Series will take place monthly, typically on the first Saturday of each month."

- Bro. Don Kemball, GLCPOO Education Committee

"As the situation evolves, we are developing some protocol for taking part in those virtual meetings."

 - D. Garry Dowling, GS

"Freemasonry has long been a beacon of universal tolerance,.. from time to time we are moved to re-examine how we practice these tenets, and the language that
we use."

 - David J. Cameron, GM

"It was suggested that a District schedule be created such that every Lodge can host a monthly meeting on their regular meeting night to communicate with their membership, . ."

Thomas W. Hogeboom
Deputy Grand Master

"The cancellation of all in-person Masonic meetings and events in the Province has now been extended until AT LEAST January 31, 2021. We will continue to monitor and adjust as the situation evolves."

 - Garry Dowling,Grand Secretary

"I strongly believe the cautious actions taken by our Grand Master and Grand Lodge should be commended and supported with gratitude for our own and our families’ wellbeing. "

- Thomas W. Hogeboom
Deputy Grand Master

"The Worshipful Master, Secretary and Treasurer of each lodge have already been authorized to conduct the necessary business of the lodge until the lodge re-opens, subject to retroactive approval at the next regular meeting."

 - David J. Cameron
Grand Master

"all Masonic buildings will remain closed to any activities. With one or two exceptions, the usage of the premises or any part thereof is not permitted."

- Garry Dowling,
Grand Secretary