Victoria District
Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Canada in the Province of Ontario
Dec 10, 2022
Verulam Lodge Santa Parade
Dec 2022
Verulam article of our 150th Anniversary published in the Lindsay Advocate
Nov 9, 2022
Lorne Lodge 25 Year Service Awards
Presentations too: W. Bro. Terence Pinkney, Bro. Kevin Gorrell, Bro Gordon Read and W.Bro Peter Bagshaw.
Verulam Lodge No. 268 Centennial
Saturday September 24, 2022
Verulam Lodge Celebrated of their 150th Sesquicentennial.
Verulam Lodge No.268 A.F. & A.M
150TH SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
On the 24th September 2022 Verulam Lodge held there 150th anniversary celebration at the Arts Barn in Bobcaygeon.
There was about 120 masons and their spouses in attendance.
Verulam Lodge was honoured to have Past Grand Master Terence Shand, his daughter,
R.W. Bro. Christopher Ray Handley District Deputy Grand Master of Victoria District and his lively mother join us during this auspicious time.
The night started by the head table consisting of present and past Grand Lodge masons being piped in to the room.
The evening went well and was enjoyed by all.
Our Historian, W.Bro. Colin J. Croxon spoke on Verulam Lodges 150th history through the ages which was well received by all.
The night was rounded off by R.W. Bro. William McKee who sang a half dozen songs in acapella.
A new Platinum Book depicting an abridged version of our history was published along with lapel pins for the membership.
Sept 20, 2022
Initiation
Initiation of Bro. S. Van Houdt, W. Bro. Shawn Blacklock, R.W.Bro Gerry Van Houdt and R.W.Bro Chris Handley.
Sept 20, 2022
A message to:
Worshipful Master, Shawn Blacklock and Brethren All
I wish to thank:
- The King Edward Lodge membership and all the Past Masters who supported this petition;
- Past Master Brother Mel Lewis for initiating this course of action and did some personal fact finding.
- PM Joe Allin for continuing the process.
- PDGM Gerry Van Houdt in gathering all the facts and creating the document that was forwarded to Grand Lodge.
- Pm Ron Janes for supporting this endeavour and moving the paperwork forward to Gr. Lodge.
Those who know me well, will know that I prefer to be a back-room kind of guy.
I do attempt to support the various committees and members as best I can.
Every person has
his own reason for becoming and continuing to be a Mason.
For many,
fellowship and social interaction are the main attraction and the principal reward of membership in a lodge.
Everybody has his own reason for becoming a mason and each is valid and legitimate.
For me,
just being here is enough. However, many of
our Masons have made great contributions not only to our lodge, but our District and to Grand Lodge.
For
me, the wonderful aspect of Masonry is that
we meet as equals without regard to class distinction, economic status, educational background, profession, race or creed.
We bring into our lodge room, only ourselves, who we are and what we wish to become.
Thus for me, the acceptance of this honor is especially pleasing as I have wished to be
"Just a Mason".
So, in conclusion, I again express gratitude to all who have made this presentation to me possible.
Thank You.
Stan. Durward
Sept 6, 2022
50-Year Pin Presentation
V.W.Bro. Roger Hodgson's long service recognition at King George V Lodge.
Jun 20, 2022
Masonic Memorial Service
This will be an in-Lodge Memorial Service and
by doing so, we will have the opportunity to
recognize the contributions of our departed
brethren and say our final farewells to them.
The Memorial Service will be for:
V.W.Bro. Andrew ?Andy? McKay Skilling,
W.Bro. Fredrick Anthony ?Tony? Pinfield,
Bro. David McLean,
Bro. John A. Wilson,
Bro. Geun Young Yi,
?We cherish their memories in our hearts?.
It should be noted that we are holding this
special Memorial Service for these brothers
because the pandemic did not allow us to hold a
Masonic Service at the time of their deaths, as
would normally be the case. At the same time, we
remember R.W.Bro. Gordon ?Gord? Ronald
Henry for whom we were able to conduct our
usual Masonic Service and we remember him for
his long service to Gothic Lodge and Victoria
District.
Aug, 2022
50-Year Pin Presentation
The Worshipful Master of The Spry Lodge no 406 G.R.C., R.W. Bro. Barry Gyton and V.W. Bro. Jack Shea presented W. Bro. Glenn Woolfrey
with his 50 years a Mason pin and framed certificate at his home in Fenelon Falls.
His wife Lou and Son Scott were present and Son Glenn joined on face time.
Congratulations Glenn from the Officers and Members of The Spry lodge 406 Fenelon Falls.
Register to Vote for Grand Lodge Officers
This is a Reminder!
All newly elected Principal Officers of Lodges (Master & Wardens) to register to vote for
Grand Lodge Officers using their Certificate Number and Name...or for any Installed Masters
that may not have registered to vote for the DDGM earlier this month.
https://secure.electionbuddy.com/m/grandlodge/june2022registration
District Deputy's Messages
R.W. Bro. Gerald D. Van Houdt Messages
May 29, 2022
50-Year Pin Presentation
On May 29, 2022 before the District Divine Service, the Worshipful Master of King Edward Lodge #464 W.
Bro. Shawn Blacklock presented V.W. Bro. John Gorrell with his 50-Year Jubilee Medal.
In attendance on this happy and proud occasion were John's wife Verna, his son
Bro. Kevin Gorrill.
The DDGM, several present and past Grand Lodge Officers, Masters and Brethren of the District.
Congratulations!!
April 3rd, 2022
W. Bro. James Harrison, Masonic Memorial Service
On April 3rd a Masonic Memorial Service was held for W. Bro. James Harrison in the Arcadia Lodgeroom. It was regularly conducted
by the Brethren of Arcadia Lodge, and followed all protocols of Grand Lodge and the local public health unit.
The family was comforted by the strong support of the Lodge and visiting Brethren.
April 3rd, 2022
W. Bro. Gene Newell, Masonic Memorial Service
On April 3rd a Masonic Memorial Service was held for W. Bro. Gene Newell in the Arcadia Lodgeroom. It was regularly conducted by the
Brethren of Arcadia Lodge, and followed all protocols of Grand Lodge and the local public health unit.
The family was comforted by the strong support of the Lodge and visiting Brethren.
April 1st, 2022
W. Bro. Ross Ballantyne, Masonic Memorial Service
On April 1st a Masonic Memorial Service was held for W. Bro. Ross Ballantyne in the Arcadia Lodgeroom. It was regularly conducted by the
Brethren of Arcadia Lodge, and followed all protocols of Grand Lodge and the local public health unit.
The family was comforted by the strong support of the Lodge and visiting Brethren.
March 9th, 2022
R.W. Bro. Donald Burgomaster, Masonic Memorial Service
On March 9th a Masonic Memorial Service was held for R.W. Bro. Donald Burgomaster at Regular Meeting of Lorne Lodge.
It was regularly conducted by the Brethren of Lorne Lodge, and followed all protocols of Grand Lodge and the local
public health unit. His son R.W. Bro. Stephen Burgomaster shared a stirring personal tribute to his father.
March 3rd, 2022
Bro. Gordon Lee,Masonic Memorial Service
On March 3rd a Masonic Memorial Service was held for Bro. Gordon Lee at the Mackey Funeral Home.
It was regularly conducted by the Brethren of North Entrance Lodge, and followed all protocols of
Grand Lodge and the local public health unit. The family was comforted by the strong support of
the District and visiting Brethren.
