Fraternal Visit to Doric 58

Thursday December 17, I had the good fortune to be present at Doric Lodge when Mike Cadotte, brother to RWB Rick Cadotte was initiated into our fraternity.  Brethren from as far away as Frontenac District were present in what was an exceptional degree.  RWB Cadotte came all the way from London to be a part of the degree and it was Rick who Obligated the candidate.  RWB Cadotte presented his Brother with a Lewis Jewel and explained the meaning of the Jewel to him.  Bro Secretary gave an interesting piece of education at the end of the evening and I gave a short address to the candidate on what it meant to be a Mason.
I thoroughly enjoyed the evening and welcome any time I can make to a meeting at Doric as once my year is over I won't get the chance often as my Lodge meets on the same nights.
Congratulations to Bro Mike Cadotte, Rick Cadotte and the WM and his degree team!

                                          The Brethren assembled at the Cadotte initiation

                                      Visitors to Doric 58  with the WM, W Bro Adam Reid

                            RWB Angus Gillis, VWB Russ Williams and W Bro Doug Robar

                                          VW Bro Russ Williams and W Bro Doug Robar

                                   Before the meeting- The brothers; Mike and Rick Cadotte
                               
                              After the meeting- Brother Mike Cadotte and RWB Rick Cadotte

                                                                    Up-coming Events

January 5 - Goodwood Lodge- Emulation of a first degree.  Tyle at 7:30
January 12- District Meeting Westboro Temple
January 16- Civil Service Lodge Ladies night
January 19 - OFFICIAL VISIT - Acacia lodge

First Fraternal Visit to Hazeldean Lodge

I was in Kanata last night to witness a second degree at Hazeldean lodge.   The night went without a hitch and began when VWB Russ Williams and I were escorted into lodge by Bro Parent and Dawson, presented and introduced to the Master and Brethren by RWB Dario Mancuso and Bro Goviner led the Brethren in Grand Honours.
The Candidate Bro al Sahir was extremely well prepared and did an exceptional job.  Thank you to VWB Russ Williams for accompanying me once again and to RWB Barry Burchill for being at my first visit to Hazeldean this year.
I always enjoy going to this 'country' lodge and last night was no exception.  Congratulations to the WM and to the degree team.

                             The Brethren of Hazeldean assembled after the Passing of Bro Al Sahir

                                            W Bro Bart Seaton, Bro al Sahir andRWB Angus Gillis
                                                  RWB Angus Gillis and Bro al Sahir

                                                    W Bro Bart Seaton and Bro al Sahir

                                                                   Up-coming Events
Dec 17 - Doric Lodge - 1st degree

Carleton Lodge Christmas Dinner and meeting

 CARLETON LODGE CHRISTMAS DINNER




Tonight was another fabulous night in Carp.  The evening started off with a meet and greet, followed by a fantastic pot luck supper.  I quit counting the different items there were so many and all equally delicious.
I had the opportunity to meet old friends make some new acquaintances and of course, meet the Brothers families.
We had a short meeting following the dinner and then it was back down for coffee and desserts.
Thank you to the WM, the JW, and W Bro Brian Adams for the invitation, I had a fantastic time.

                                                                    Up-Coming Events

Wed December   16, 2015    Hazeldean (first fraternal visit)
Thurs December   17, 2015   Doric (1st degree)**with the Deputy Grand Master**

Fraternal Visit to St Andrew's

December 3rd I had the opportunity to sit in Lodge with an old friend from Vancouver island; RW Bro Doug Franklin.  RW Bro Franklin was the last District deputy Grand master from St Andrew's 13 years ago and it was somehow fitting sitting the current DDGM from St Andrew's and the immediate PDDGM from St Andrew's together for one night of lodge.
Together we witnessed the 2nd degree for Bro Eric Oulet and the night went well for both the candidate and the participants.
Afterward we retired to the upstairs lounge for som fraternity.  all in all it was a very successful evening.

                                                               Up-Coming events

Wed December   16, 2015    Hazeldean (first fraternal visit)
Thurs December   17, 2015   Doric (1st degree)**with the Deputy Grand Master**

Joint District Workshop

Last night we held a joint District workshop on Long Range Planning and the 5 Steps to Application.  While we did not get the numbers we had anticipated, the group that did come out were engaging and participated in many aspects of both presentations.  RWB Charles Singh started the evening off with Long Range Planning and for the next 1-1/2 hours the conversation was constructive and energetic.  Malcolm's presentation dovetailed nicely with the Long Range planning accentuating the absolute need for totally vetting the applicant ensuring he is joining/interested for the right reasons and will be a good fit for your lodge.  There is nothing saying that you cannot direct the aspiring candidate to another lodge that may suit his needs better.   Many lodges are already using elements of the 5 points to varying degrees and we realize that is must be adjusted to the situation and the familiarity we have with the aspiring applicant.
All in all it was a nice night and I think that all left with a satisfied feeling of getting value from the evening.
Thank you to RWB John Forster, RWB Charles Singh and WB Malcolm Goodfriend for all their work in making this happen and thank you to my counter part RWB Richard Loomes, DDGM of Ottawa District 2.

RWB Charles Singh, WB Malcolm Goodfriend, DDGM Richard Loomes and DDGM Angus Gillis

                                                                 Introductory remarks

                                                      Introduction to Long Range Planning

                                                                      Up-Coming Events

Thurs December   3, 2015    St Andrew's (2nd degree)
Thurs December 10, 2015    Carlton Lodge
Wed December   16, 2015    Hazeldean (first fraternal visit)
Thurs December   17, 2015   Doric (1st degree)**with the Deputy Grand Master**