"Temple Corporations may continue to rent or lease their facilities (with the exception of Craft Lodge rooms) to outside groups provided that the Temple Corporation and the renter/lessee observe all local and provincial health regulations."
"We have a small group of people who come in close physical contact and a larger group who sit on the sides and watch. And yet there are important differences. One is that we generally meet inside. But more significantly, our demographic is older."
A sincere "Thank-you" is extended to the individuals, the Lodges, the Valentine Charity Ball and the Bytown Lodge Chili Challenge for the money so generously donated to this year's Charity Project. The members of the Mission were extremely pleased to receive the cheque and they assured us that the money will be gratefully received and faithfully applied.
Have you ever seen the parade of officers, guests and visitors at the opening of Grand Lodge? I can tell you that on my travels the foreign Grand Masters rave about the pomp and circumstance of our opening. If you can, get there early on Wednesday to watch the parade. Then stay for the Grand Master’s address.
"All Provincial Grand Lodges were represented at this year’s Conference including the Grand Lodge of Prince Edward Island with their Grand Master, Kevin Crozier. This Grand Lodge, for monetary reasons, had stood down over the last several years however, with Prince Edward Island in attendance this Conference was truly an All Canada Conference."
"The Cornerstone Project is a great tool to energize your Lodge. It touches on elements of virtually every Committee of Grand Lodge. While not being the same as a proper long range strategic plan, it does get you starting to plan out activities for your Lodge for the short term. This should be invaluable for a new Worshipful Master, or in the spirit of planning ahead: for the Wardens!"
"Remember all members of the lodge have a responsibility to our new members and their Masonic advancement. Engaging the new member will result in an active brother who will feel part of the Lodge."
