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THE GRAND CHAPTER 

OF 

ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF CANADA 

IN THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO 

2009 

PROCEEDINGS 

ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY - FIRST 

ANNUAL CONVOCATION

THE GRAND CHAPTER OF ROYAL ARCH MASONS 

OF CANADA 


GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERS 2008 

M. Ex. Comp. Roland Allen Paddle Grand First Principal 

1675 Shore Road, Kingston ON K7L 5H6 

R. Ex. Comp. Roland Patrick Mandeville Grand Second Principal 

36 Sapphire Crescent, Brampton ON L6Z 4M4 

R. Ex. Comp. Michael Jon Bowman Grand Third Principal 

134 Skye Street, Ingersoll ON N5C 2P8 

R. Ex. Comp Grand Chaplain 

R. Ex. Comp. Shavak Russy Madon Grand Treasurer 

375 Poplar Drive, Oakville ON L6J 4E3 

M. Ex. Comp. Richard James Jackson Grand Scribe Ezra 

RR 8, 443 10 Ferguson Line, St. Thomas ON N5P 3T3 

R. Ex. Comp. Melvyn James Duke Grand Scribe Ezra Emeritus 

253-3060 Constitution Blvd., Mississauga ON L4Y 3X8 

R. Ex. Comp. Roderick George Haufe Grand Scribe Nehemiah 

1 32 Old Colony Road, Kanata ON K2L 5T1 

R. Ex. Comp. Randolph Colin Thompson Grand Principal Soujourner 

7561 Leskard Road, Orono ON LOB 1M0 

R. Ex. Comp. Edward ( Ted ) George Toogood Grand Registrar 

928 Prestwick Crescent, Kingston ON K7M 8G4 

NEXT ANNUAL CONVOCATION 

April 7-10, 2010 

St. Catharines 

Quality Hotel Parkway Convention Centre

THE GRAND CHAPTER 

OF 

ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF CANADA 


ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY - FIRST 

ANNUAL CONVOCATION 

Held in Quality Hotel Parkway Convention Centre 

St. Catharines, Ontario Canada 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 

April 2, 3 and 4, 2009 

Roland Allen Paddle 

Richard James Jackson 

Grand First Principal 

Grand Scribe Ezra 

1 675 Shore Road 36 1 King Street West 

Kingston, Ontario 

K7L5H6 

Hamilton, Ontario 

L8P1B4

Biography: Most Excellent Companion Roll and Allen Paddle 

PERSONAL 

Born: April 20, 1938, Gananoque, raised on a dairy farm Highway #2 St. Lawrence 

River 

Education (Formal:) Elementary one room country school Pittsferry SS#5 Pittsburgh 

Gananoque Secondary School and Frontenac Secondary School, Collins Bay, Ontario 

Fire College Gravenhurst 

Married: Marjorie V. Fertig R.N. Gananoque January 25, 1963, four daughters, six 

grandchildren 

Residence: 1675 Shore Road, Highway #2 East, Kingston 

Occupation: Retired in 1994 from Aluminum Company of Canada, Kingston, Works 

Production Supervisor, quality control 34 years service. Member, Workplace 

Occupational Health and Safety committee. Industrial Accident First Aid responder. 

Retired in 2005 from volunteer fire service as Fire Captain with Kingston Fire and Rescue 

36 years service specialized training in First Aid, CPR and Defibulator Instructor. Auto 

Crash Extrication and farm rescue training. Acting District Chief 2 years Station No. 1. 

Present: School Bus driver, driver Instructor, Stock Transportation 1 1 years service. 

Community Service: Coach Pittsburgh Township Recreation minor softball 8 years, 

Member of Parks Committee 2 years. Past president and secretary Pittsburgh Township 

Firefighters Association, Past president ofEastern Ontario Auto Extrication Competition. 

Faith: Member of Anglican Parish of Christ Church, Ganonoque, People's Warden 2007 

MASONIC CAREER 

Craft Lodge 

1972 Initiated, Passed and Raised The Ancient St. John's Lodge No. 3 Kingston 

1979 Elected and Installed Wor. Master The Ancient St. John's Lodge No. 3 

19892004 Elected Treasurer of The Ancient St. John's Lodge No. 3 

1993 Senior Deacon, Bicentennial degree team The Ancient St. John's Lodge No. 3 

1 994 Appointed Grand Steward Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario 

January 21, 2003 Commuted Life Member The Ancient St. John's Lodge No 3 

Capitular Masonry 

1981 Exalted to the Holy Royal Arch of Jerusalem 

1989 Installed First Principal, Ancient. Frontenac and Cataraqui Chapter No 1 

1992 Appointed Grand Steward, of Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons 

1 993 - 2004 Elected Scribe Ezra Ancient Frontenac and Cataraqui Chapter No 1 

1997 Secretary/Treasurer Bicentennial Comm Ancient Frontenac and Cataraqui Chapter No 1 

1997 Elected and Invested Grand Superintendent St. Lawrence District No. 12 

1999 Appointed Honourary member of the Grand Executive of Grand Chapter 

2001 General Chairman 143 rd Grand Chapter Convocation Kingston 

2001 Constituted and appointed Grand Representative of Newfoundland to Ontario 

2002 Honourary Member of the Grand Chapter of Newfoundland and Labrador 

2003 Paid up Life Member Ancient Frontenac and Cataraqui Chapter No. 1 

2004 Elected as Grand Third Principal, Grand Chapter St. Catharines 

2005 Affiliated Sussex St. Lawrence Chapter No. 59 Brockville 

2006 Elected as Grand Second Principal, Grand Chapter St. Catharines 

2008 Elected as Grand First Principal, Grand Chapter St. Catharines 

2008 Honourary Past Grand First Principal Grand Chapter of Manitoba

2008 Honourary Past Grand High Priest of Newfoundland and Labrador 

2008 Honourary Member Grand Chapter of Vermont 

2008 Honourary Member Grand Chapter of Ohio 

Other York Rite Bodies 

1989 Anointed, Consecrated, and set apart, to the Holy Order of High Priesthood 

1990 Life Member of Adoniram Council No. 2 

2008 Honourary Member Order of the High Priesthood of Manitoba 

2008 Honourary Member Order of the High Priesthood of Iowa 

1989 Royal and Select Masters Frontenac Council No. 26 Kingston 

1989 St. Lawrence Lodge No. 23 Royal Arc Mariners Kingston 

1998 Consecrated Hugh de Payens Preceptory K.T. No. 1 

2002 Presiding Preceptor 

2008 Appointed Grand Executive 

1999 Thrice Illustrious Master, Frontenac Council No. 26 

1999 Worshipful Commander Noah St. Lawrence Lodge No. 23 

2005 Grand Steward Grand Council 

2006 Ontario Council Thrice Illustrious Masters Order of the Silver Trowel 

1990 Lactanian Conclave No 35 Knights of Red Cross of Constantine Kingston 

2002 MPS Lactanian Conclave No 35 Knights of Red Cross of Constantine, Kingston 

2002 St. Aidan's No 68 York Rite Sovereign College, Ottawa 

2003 Trent Priory No 74 Knights of the York Cross of Honour, Peterborough 

2008 Member Charles Clyde Hunt Priory No 42 Cross of Honour, Newfoundland 

Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite 

2005 Kingston Lodge of Perfection, Kingston 

2006 14 Degree 

2006 15 Degree Kingston Chapter of Rose Croix 

2007 18 Degree Kingston 

2007 Moore Sovereign Consistory Hamilton 32 degree 

A.A.O.N.M.S. 

2004 Tunis Temple No. 1 79, Ottawa 

2005 Unit: Provost Corp. 

2004 1000 Islands Shrine Club, Gananoque

Most Excellent Companion Roland Allen Paddle

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THE GRAND CHAPTER OF ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF CANADA 


ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY - FIRST ANNUAL CONVOCATION 

The One Hundred and Fifty - First Annual Convocation of The Grand Chapter of Royal 

Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario, held at the Quality Hotel Parkway 

Convention Centre, St. Catharines, Ontario on April 3 rd and 4 ,h , 2009. 

M.Ex.Comp. Roland Allen Paddle 

R.Ex.Comp. Roland Patrick Mandeville 

R.Ex.Comp. Michael Jon Bowman 


Grand Second Principal 

Grand Third Principal 

PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS 

M.Ex.Comp. Charles W Emmett 

M.Ex.Comp. Gordon H Stuart 

M.Ex.Comp. Edward W Elcombe 

M.Ex.Comp. Leslie Levitt 

M.Ex.Comp. Alan F Walker 

M.Ex.Comp. Donald F Kline 

M.Ex.Comp. R Frank Russell 

M.Ex.Comp. John W McGill 

M.Ex.Comp. George H Gifford 

GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERS 

ELECTED AND APPOINTED 2008 

R.Ex.Comp. 

R.Ex.Comp. Shavak Russy Madon 

M.Ex.Comp Richard James Jackson 

R.Ex.Comp. Melvyn James Duke 

R.Ex.Comp. Roderick George Haufe 

R.Ex.Comp. Randolph Colin Thompson 

R.Ex.Comp. Edward (Ted) George Toogood 

V.Ex.Comp. Gary Paul Humes 

V.Ex.Comp. Tim Corrin 

GRAND SUPERINTENDENTS 2007 

R.Ex.Comp. Paul William Hooper 

R.Ex.Comp. Glen Allen Miller 

R.Ex.Comp. Gerald Edward Morgan 

R.Ex.Comp. Charles Phillip Stewart 

R.Ex.Comp. Stewart George Brass 

R.Ex.Comp. Sydney James Henhawk 

R.Ex.Comp. McAllister Home 

R.Ex.Comp. Barry Leslie Jones 

R.Ex.Comp. Harold E Belfry 

R.Ex.Comp. Raymond John Beverley 

R.Ex.Comp. Ronald Eugene Carter 

R.Ex.Comp. Davide Bertram Lyon 

R.Ex.Comp John David Andrew Graham 

R.Ex.Comp. Daniel Alexander Raycroft 

R.Ex.Comp. Warren Orville Copeland 

M.Ex.Comp. Harry D Turner 

M.Ex.Comp. Richard J Jackson 

Grand Chaplain 

Grand Treasurer 


Grand Scribe Ezra Emeritus 

Grand Scribe Nehemiah 

Grand Principal Sojourner 

Grand Registrar 

Grand Historian 

Grand Archivist 

Grand Superintendent - District 1 














Grand Superintendent - District 1

GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 

HONOURARY 

R.Ex.Comp. David Edward Jacklin (1 Year Term) 

ELECTED 2008 

R.Ex.Comp. Michael William Channing 

R.Ex.Comp. Maurice Edward (Ted) Jenkins 

R.Ex.Comp. Brian Douglas Van Sickle 

R.Ex.Comp. Guy Henry Handsley 

R.Ex.Comp. Arthur David Payne 

ELECTED 2007 

R.Ex.Comp. Robert Joseph McMaster 

R.Ex.Comp. Thomas Albert Mortlock 

R.Ex.Comp. Harry Daniel Knox 

R.Ex.Comp. William Gary McCormick 

APPOINTED 2008 

R.Ex.Comp. Douglas Edwin Stitt 

R.Ex.Comp. Paraag Natwarlal Suchak 

R.Ex.Comp. John William Lidstone 


R.Ex.Comp. William James Needham Throop 

GRAND CHAPTER OPENED 

A constitutional number of Chapters being represented by their qualified officers, the One 

Hundred and Fifty - First Annual Convocation of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons 

of Canada in the Province of Ontario was opened in Ample Form at 9:00 a.m. 

The Grand First Principal announced that all Royal Arch Masons in good standing and 

properly vouched for, would now be welcomed. After admitting all Companions, the Grand 

First Principal welcomed all present at the One Hundred and Fifty - 

First Convocation. 

The Grand First Principal then appointed RExComps J William Lidstone and Melvyn J Duke 

as Parliamentarians for the duration of this Convocation. 

Distinguished Guests - Introduced by R.Ex.Comp. Hugh A Kernohan 

Order of the High Priesthood of Ontario.M. Ex.High Priest M John Moor, GrandPresident 

Sovereign Great Priory 

M.Em.Kt. W Job Parsons, P.G.Z, S.G.M., of S.G.P. 

Michigan 

R.Ex.Comp. David Dossette, G.R.A.C. 

New York 

R.Ex.Comp. Jeffrey Williamson, Grand King 

Ohio 

M.Ex.Comp. Robert Draye, G.H.P.. 

Virginia 

R.Ex.Comp. Torben Pedersen, D.D.G.H.P 

Wisconsin 

M.Ex.Comp. Ken Bales, P.G.H.P. 

Nova Scotia 

M.Ex.Comp. James Taylor, G.H.P. 

Quebec 

M.Ex.Comp. Bertrand Poirier, Grand First Principal 

Alberta 

M.Ex.Comp Jim Lore, Grand First Principal 

British Columbia M.Ex.Comp. Joseph Marshall, Past Grand First Principal, G.Rep. 

The Grand First Principal greeted the Distinguished Guests individually as they were 

presented and welcomed them warmly. They were then escorted to their seats by the Grand 

Second and Grand Third Principals. Grand Honours were accorded the guests led by the 

Grand Director of Ceremonies.

Most Worshipful Brother Allan J Petrisor. the Grand Master of The Grand Lodge Ancient 

Free & Accepted Masons of Canada, in the Province of Ontario, was presented in the West 

where he was formally and warmly received by M.Ex.Comp Paddle. Following Grand 

Honours he was escorted to his seat on the dias by the Grand First Principal. 

INVOCATION 

Most Excellent Sir, Please raise the Companions. 

Most Holy and Almighty Being, we pray for your presence, guidance and wisdom to be 

\\ ith us here in this place and throughout the proceedings of this Convocation of The 

Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario. 

We acknowledge your supremacy over us and humbly solicit that we may mimic what 

only You can achieve. We, therefore, implore that You impart to all participants a 

measure of Your divine abilities that the work of the Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the 

Province of Ontario may be completed in harmony and be aligned with Your wishes as 

Supreme Creator. 

May your omnipotent hand direct the leaders of this Grand Chapter in the paths of 

righteousness so that they may follow the course of perfection which You have directed. 

Finally, may Your eternal blessings be imparted upon this Convocation assembled in thy 

Holy Name and we pray thee, O Gracious God, to hear this our earnest supplication and 

be merciful to us now and forever. 

Amen So Mote It Be. 

FLAG CEREMONY AND ANTHEMS 

The flags of Canada and the United States of America were presented at the Altar and 

placed in the East, following which the National Anthems of both countries were sung. 

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE FRATERNAL DEAD 

AND MEMORIAL SERVICE 

Opening Prayer: Almighty and Supreme Lord, we remember before You those of our 

Companions who have faithfully laboured in the quarry using their skill and ability to 

raise a mighty temple to your honour and who are now called on the sixth hour to receive 

their wages. May the labour of their hands and the sharing of their skills be pleasing in 

Your sight and may their reward be a place of peace and perfection in Your Holy and 

Eternal Temple. 

We acknowledge before You Most Holy One, that the Companions who have gone before 

us have laid a firm foundation upon which we can continue to construct and one on which 

we can rely. Finally, we continue to offer to You our praise and obedience with thankful 

hearts for Your many blessings poured out upon us in great and unending abundance. 

Amen - So Mote It Be.

Most Excellent Sir, please seat the Companions. 

Scriptures: [I Kings 6:7, 1 1 - 1 2] In building the temple, only blocks dressed at the quarry 

were used, and no hammer, chisel or any other iron tool was heard at the temple site while 

it was being built. The word of the Lord came to Solomon: "As for this temple you are 

building, if you follow my decrees, carry out my regulations and keep all my commands 

and obey them, I will fulfill through you the promise I gave to David your father." 

The temple grounds were considered to be so sacred and so hallowed that not even the 

sound of a workman's tool was allowed to be present. It, therefore, meant that the work 

done in the quarries had to be perfect for no final carving would be allowed to make the 

ashlers fit tight and precise. The stones not only had to be sized correctly, but, had to be 

smooth and flawless. This required skill, patience, determination, pride, and cooperation. 

Only by repeated effort could the learned craftsmen complete their tasks. They knew that 

not only did their work need to be correct but the work of their fellow craftsmen also 

needed to be correct - team work. The goal was not to make personal gain but rather to 

complete a structure to the glory of the Supreme Being. Those Companions who have 

laboured here in the quarry of Royal Arch Masonry were also trying to reach perfection. 

Now that they have been called to the Grand Temple may they know the rewards of their 

effort and may they also know the eternal peace that abides within the walls of that 

edifice. May we learn from their example and carry out the regular ions and keep the 

commands, for the Almighty's promise is timeless and for all generations. During this 

convocation, I would charge you with the responsibility to recall those of your 

Companions who have been summoned to that subliminary abode and set in your minds 

eye the example they provided for you and be resolved to continue the good work they 

have begun. 

Most Excellent Sir, please raise the Companions for a moment of silence. 

Closing Prayer: Grand and Great Architect and Geometrician of the Universe, we offer 

a prayer of thanksgiving for the lives of the Companions we commemorate this day. We 

acknowledge that they have laid a sound foundation upon which we can build and are 

grateful for their skills which they have so readily shared. May their work here in the 

quarry be forever remembered. We pray that You grant to them that eternal happiness 

they so richly deserve and may your temple be a haven of bliss and tranquility. Amen 

- So Mote It Be. 

Most Excellent Sir, please seat the Companions. 

M.Ex.Comp. Paddle called upon M.W.Bro. Allan J Petrisor to bring greetings from The 

Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. of Canada in the Province of Ontario. 

GRAND MASTER'S REMARKS 

Most Excellent Companion Roland A Paddle, Grand First Principal, Right Excellent 

Companion Roland P Mandeville, Grand Second Principal, Right Excellent Companion 

Michael J Bowman, Grand Third Principal, Ex.Comp. and R.W.Bro. Raymond SJ 

Daniels, Deputy Grand Master of Ontario, Grand Chapter Officers, Reverend Sirs, and 

Companions

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thank you R. Ex.Comp. Hugh Kernohan for your kind words of introduction and you 

Most Ex. Sir for your words of welcome and for the Grand Honours extended to the 

Office of The Grand Master. I thank you V.Ex.Comp. Richard Bjerknes for leading the 

Grand Honours and you my Companions for your gracious response. 1 enjoyed being 

piped in by Ex.Comp. Hugh Goldie, piper extraordinaire. 

I thank you Most Excellent Sir for the opportunity of addressing this body of Royal Arch 

Masons at this annual Grand Chapter Convocation which marks the culmination of your 

15P year anniversary celebrations. I bring you the most sincere fraternal greetings on 

behalf of myself and the brethren of The Grand Lodge AF and AM of Canada in 

Province of Ontario. I also extend a warm welcome to the Province of Ontario to our 

visitors from other Provinces and the United States. 

Most Ex.Comp. Paddle 1 have enjoyed my travels with you over the course of this year 

in Craft Lodge settings and have appreciated your willing participation as one of the 

Leaders of the Family of Freemasonry. 

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Mary and I have enjoyed the company of both you and your wife, Marjorie, when we 

have been together. I know Mary has been looking forward to the luncheon and the 

therapeutic PAWS with Daisy and Teddy. 

My wife, Mary, and I are so looking forward to this evening's Grand First Principal's 

banquet and the entertainment. We are delighted to be with you and thank you for your 

hospitality and the many courtesies extended towards us, this weekend. 

Brethren my theme for my two years in office has been 'Masonry, Making a Difference', 

as many of you already know. 

I'd like to update you in the three areas which I brought forward to you last year...one 

being MasoniChip, a child identification program offering a sense of security to parents 

whose children could go missing. It touches a sensitive spot as it concerns children's 

welfare and as a result it has taken off like wildfire with four hotspots around Ontario 

under Program Director, R.W.Bro. and Companion Ray Dobbs of Woodstock. The side 

benefit to this program may be an increase in Public Awareness of the Masons. 

To date we have processed almost 13,000 children. We have expanded to 50 computer 

work stations. One kit was called into use in the London area when a little girl went 

missing last fall. Police were able to download her pictures immediately and fortunately, 

it 

had a good ending when she was found on the swings in a park about a km away. 

Volunteers, either yourselves or your ladies, will always be required to staffthe ID clinics. 

This is one way you can make a difference in your community. 

We put into place a Youth Initiatives Committee, with V.W.Bro. and Comp. Bill 

Atkinson Sr, as Chairman to liaise with Demolay, Job's Daughters and Rainbow for Girls. 

This, too, has brought a new awareness to these groups. Two new Demolay chapters have 

been formed this past year in the Greater Toronto area. I gave dispensation to allow the 

wearing of Masonic regalia for Masons attending these youth meetings and our presence 

has been a lot more noticeable. 

The Demolay in turn, and unexpectedly, presented me with a large donation towards my 

charity of Prostate Cancer research at the last Communication and this year's Provincial 

Sweetheart, Miss Amy Larue, has taken on as her project support for the MasoniChip

program. Working together in such a relationship can only enhance the good will we have 

towards each other. The future of our organizations rests with our youth and anything we 

can do to encourage them has to have a positive outcome. 

My charity Project being Prostate Cancer Research has allowed me the opportunity to 

bring awareness to this dreaded male problem and I might say that many are sympathetic 

to the cause as donations to Project Number 2244 continue to be received. The generosity 

and support of the brethren has been overwhelming. In addition to this, in my travels, I 

have been able to stress starting PSA screening early, at least at age 40. It establishes a 

baseline for comparison as you age. Do not wait for the first symptom to appear....when 

such a simple blood test may give you advance warning. Early detection may save your 

life. 

Earlier this week, the Masonic Foundation of Ontario, the 'Masons' Charity ofChoice 9 , 

made a sizeable donation of $120,000 to the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation, (to be 

renamed Prostate Canada on May 1 

st 

), to develop an awareness program to be used 

throughout the Province to bring needed information to our male population and to create 

dialogue amongst ourselves rather than keeping this problem one of the secrets of 

Masonry. I was very pleased with their decision in supporting promotion of research and 

awareness and I was pleased to be on hand with the President Dr. Sam Kalinowsky 

(President of the Masonic Foundation) and others of his committee to make the 

presentation on Tuesday of this week. 

The other Grand Lodge committees have accomplished much over the last two years 

under the direction of the President of the Board, R.W.Bro. and Ex.Comp. Raymond S.J. 

Daniels, Deputy Grand Master, who will take over the mantle of leadership of our Grand 

Lodge in July, but these things I have mentioned will always be remembered as successes. 

Companions, I thank you for the honour bestowed upon me in naming me your Grand 

Senior Sojourner for the upcoming year. I shall look forward to my investiture as a Very 

Excellent Companion, I believe in October, to be confirmed in Oxford-Harris Chapter No. 

18 in Ingersoll in District 2, hopefully with our M. Ex.Comp. Paddle on hand. It will be 

a satisfying privilege for me to wear the regalia once worn by my good friend and 

Companion, R. Ex.Comp. Michael Bowman, Grand Third Principal. It means that he is 

moving up and in doing so has made our Chapter, Oxford Harris No. 18, so very proud. 

In conclusion please view recent remarks I put together from various sources on the 

website from a paper given recently in Winnipeg on the topic, "What do we do to teach 

good men to become better men". As has been so aptly stated on so many 

occasions.... Freemasonry is a way of life... I hope you all are enjoying the journey and can, 

without solicitation, encourage others by your example to consider a future in 

Freemasonry. 

In closing, it has been a pleasure to meet many of you and to renew acquaintances. I wish 

you M. Ex.Comp. Paddle, your many Officers and Companions of the Grand Chapter of 

Royal Arch Masons ofCanada in the Province of Ontario all the best in your deliberations 

this weekend and much success for the future and I shall hope that the Grand Chapter of 

Royal Arch Masons will continue to prosper in the years that lie ahead. 

Allan J. Petrisor, Grand Master 

Grand Lodge, A.F. & A.M. of Canada in the Province of Ontario.

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PRESENTATION OF PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS 

The Grand First Principal instructed the Grand Scribe Ezra to call the roll of the Past 

Grand First Principals and for them to assemble in the West. 

M.Ex.Comp. Charles W Emmett 1961-62 

M.Ex.Comp. Gordon H Stuart 1982-83 

M.Ex.Comp. Edward W Elcombe 1984-85 

M.Ex.Comp. Leslie Levitt 1988-89 

M.Ex.Comp. Donald F Kline 1990-91 

M.Ex.Comp. Alan F Walker 1994-95 

M.Ex.Comp. R Frank Russell 1996-97 

M.Ex.Comp. Harry D Turner 1998-99 

M.Ex. M Ex Comp. John W McGill 2000-01 

M.Ex.Comp. Richard J Jackson 2004-05 

M.Ex.Comp George H Gifford 2006-07 

Most Excellent Sirs: It is my privilege, on behalf of this Convocation here this morning, 

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to greet you all and extend to you a warm welcome to this our 15 Annual Convocation, 

here in the City of St. Catharines. We thank you for your individual contributions to our 

Grand Chapter during your terms as Grand First Principals and let we who follow in your 

footsteps today and in the years to come see that this great organization continues to move 

ahead. 

We are proud of your achievements in the interest of this Grand Chapter as Grand First 

Principals and may we continue to have the benefit of your wise council and judgements 

now and in the years to come. 

G.Z: M.Ex.Comp. Leslie Levitt, I would call upon you for some remarks. 

M.Ex.Comp. Levitt: Most Excellent Sir, it is a privilege for me to respond on behalf of 

my colleagues. We thank you for your warm welcome and comments and we assure you 

that we are here and ready to serve this Grand Chapter at all times. We express our 

gratitude for the dedication of you and your Council to Royal Arch Masonry in this Grand 

Jurisdiction. 

G.Z. Most Excellent Sirs, after receiving Grand Honours, I would ask you to take your 

seats in the East. 

M.Ex.Comp. Paddle called upon R. Ex. Comp. McAllister Home, Grand Superintendent 

of District No. 7 to give the Address of Welcome. 

ADDRESS OF WELCOME 

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Members ofThe Grand Chapter 

of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario. 

Most Excellent Sir, Distinguished Guests and Companions, on behalfof the Companions of 

District No. 7 it is my privilege and honour as the Grand Superintendent of this District to

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welcome you to this our 15 

st 

Grand Convocation here in St. Catharines. 

For those who are visiting for the first time, if you have some free time to take in the sites, 

the district has much to offer. 

There are many historical and interesting places to visit, such 

as the museum at Lock #3 on the Welland Canal which is particularly interesting as it 

records the history of our city since its inception. 

At Niagara on the Lake, we have Niagara No. 2 Lodge, the oldest Lodge in Ontario and 

the town with its own history and of course there are shops where the Ladies can spend 

your money. 

I 

take this opportunity to congratulate R.Ex.Comp. Douglas Stitt and his committee for 

their efforts in putting together this Grand Convocation. 

Also thanks to Ex.Comp. Brett 

Dickinson and the Companions of Mount Moriah Chapter No. 19 who provided their 

Chapter furniture to be used for the set up today. 

Finally Companions, thank you for your attention. 

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS CONVOCATION 

Moved by R.Ex.Comp. Roland P Mandeville, Grand Second Principal, seconded by 

R.Ex.Comp Michael J Bowman, Grand Third Principal that the proceedings of the 150 th 

Grand Convocation held in St Catharines, Ontario, on Friday the 3 rd of April and 

Saturday the 4 th 

of April 2008, having been printed and copies sent to all Chapters in the 

jurisdiction, that the recorded minutes be considered as read, and the same now be 

confirmed. CARRIED. 

ORDER OF BUSINESS 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, seconded by the Grand Third Principal that the 

order of business of this Annual Convocation be changed at the discretion of the Grand 

First Principal. CARRIED. 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, seconded by the Grand Third Principal that 

V.Ex.Comp. Doug Wilson be confirmed as Chairman of the Credentials Committee with 

power to form his own Committee as approved by the Grand First Principal. CARRIED. 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, seconded by the Grand Third Principal that 

V.Ex.Comp. Doug Wilson be confirmed as Chairman of the Scrutineer Committee with the 

power to form his own Committee as approved by the Grand First Principal. CARRIED. 

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES 

The Most Excellent Grand First Principal, asked the Grand Scribe Ezra to call the 

Representatives of Sister Jurisdictions near our Grand Body, and asked them to answer 

the call and assemble on the north and south sides of the Altar. 

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Alabama 

Vcrn E Young 

Alaska 

Kenneth Lowery 

Alberta 

Brian R Simpson 

Argentina 

Hugh A Kernohan 

Arizona 

Robert C Wakefield 

Arkansas 

M. Hassan Mohamdee 

British Columbia and the Yukon 

Douglas W Overy 

California 

B. Andrew Downes 

Colorado 

Richard A Hryniw 

Connecticut 

Gary P Humes 

Delaware 

R. Frank Russell 

District of Columbia 

James Weir 

Finland 

Douglas E Stitt 

Florida 

Alan F Walker 

France 

Michel Sastre 

Georgia 

Frederick Garvin 

Germany 

Guenther H Gahs 

Greece 

Bruce G Edwards 

Idaho 

Guy Deveau 

Illinois 

Melvyn J Duke 

India 

F. Douglas Draker 

Indianna 

Andrew McLelland 

Iowa T. Bilardino Segui 

Ireland 

Donald Gillis 

Israel 

Eric H Lakien 

Kansas 

Edwin Can- 

Kentucky 

Brian E Keighley 

Louisiana 

Robert J McMaster 

Maine 

Gary McCormick 

Manitoba 

Maurice E Jenkins 

Maryland 

David G Walker 

Massachusetts 

Michael J Bowman 

Mexico 

Harold G Hubbell 

Michigan 

Donald F Kline 

Minnesota 

David Coulter 

Mississippi 

Shavak R Madon 

Missouri 

P. Raymond Borland 

Montana 

Larry Hostine 

Nebraska 

William Klapatiuk 

Netherlands 

Ronald McClung 

Nevada 

Brian Stapley 

New Brunswick 

William Stanfield 

Newfoundland & Labrador 

Roland A Paddle 

New Hampshire 

J. William Lidstone 

New Jersey 

Thomas C Warner 

New Mexico 

Robert E Todd 

New South Wales 

E. Roy Harrison 

New York 

Ronald T Stinson 

New Zealand 

William H Woods 

North Carolina 

Donald J Emerick 

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North Dakota 

Norway 

Nova Scotia 

Ohio 

Oklahoma 

Oregon 

Pennsylvannia 

Phillipines 

Quebec 

Queensland 

Rhode Island 

Saskatchewan 

Scotland 

South Africa 

South Australia 

South Carolina 

South Dakota 

Switzerland 

Tennessee 

Texas 

Utah 

Vermont 

Victoria (Australia) 

Virginia 

Washington 

Western Australia 

West Virginia 

Wisconsin 

Wyoming 

Brian E Bond 

Richard O Bjerknes 

Richard J Jackson 

Robert H McKelvie 

Shayne H Eldridge 

Alan A Foote 

George H Gifford 

Sydney Edge 

Brain D Van Sickle 

Lloyd G Timson 

John E Gamble 

William G Esplen 

Edward W Elcombe 

Leslie Levitt 

Charles W Crow 

Lawrence M Halliday 

M John Moor 

James A Shaw 

Derek J Ward 

C. Gordon Sinclair 

Edmund Goldthorpe 

Edward G Ounjian 

W. Bruce Miller 

Dale Plant 

John Post 

Harry D Turner 

G. Henry Handsley 

Roland P Mandeville 

G.Z. To you Most Excellent, Right Excellent, Very Excellent and Excellent Companions 

I welcome you all to this Convocation and feel that you are all carrying out your duties 

as a Grand Representative to the satisfaction of our Grand Chapter. 

M.Ex.Comp. Paddle called on the Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies to lead in 

Grand Honours. 

REPORT OF THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD COMMITTEE 

To the Most Excellent the Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of The Grand 

Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario. 

Most Excellent Sir and Companions: 

On behalf of the Distinguished Service Award Committee, I am pleased to announce the 

results ofthe review of the applications for the recognition ofoutstanding service to Royal 

Arch Masonry in Ontario. 

The following Companions of Royal Arch Masonry are to be honoured:

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Companion John Edward Millett, Quintc Moira Friendship Chapter No. 7, Belleville 

Companion Harry Dokmecian, Windsor Chapter No. 71, Windsor 

Companion T. Eric Moore, Tuscan Chapter No. 95, Sudbury 

Companion Donald H. Gorman, Victoria Chapter No. 205, Thornhill 

Companion John Douglas Kennedy, Golden Star Chapter No. 254, Dryden 

The dedication of these men to the service of their fellow Companions is greatly 

acknowledged and appreciated. We wish for them the Supreme Architect's richest 

blessing and many years to enjoy them. 

Fraternally and sincerely submitted M.Ex.Comps. Richard J. Jackson, George H. Gifford 

and John W. McGill, Chairman 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, seconded by the Grand Third Principal that this 

report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. 

GRAND FIRST PRINCIPAL'S ADDRESS 

CARRIED 

Excellent Companion and Most Worshipful Brother Allan J. Petrisor, Grand Master of 

The Grand Lodge Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Canada in the Province of 

Ontario; Past Grand First Principals of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of 

Canada in the Province of Ontario, Distinguished Guests and my Companions. Welcome 

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to this our 1 5 Annual Grand Chapter Convocation here in the city of St. Catharines. 

Most Worshipful Brother Petrisor, on behalf of the Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the 

Province of Ontario I pledge to you and the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of 

Ontario our continued allegiance and support. I likewise extend a personal appreciation 

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to you for reserving time in your busy schedule to attend this 15 Grand Convocation, 

along with the many courtesies you and your wife Mary have personally extended to 

myself, and my wife Marjorie in our travels. May you and your wife continue to enjoy 

good health and safe travels for many years to come. It was a distinct pleasure to share 

time with you at several official Masonic functions which were highlighted by the laying 

of the Corner Stone at the Ancient Lodge in Upper Canada Village last June, and 

secondly, the Grand Lodge Communication in Toronto last July. 

My appreciation to the Grand Convocation Committee under the direction ofR.Ex.Comp. 

Douglas Stitt, District 11, for arranging the support to prepare the details of our 151 st 

Grand Chapter Convocation program. Included is our appreciation to R.Ex.Comp. 

McAllister Home of District 

Chapter furniture this year. 

7, and Mount Moriah Chapter No. 19, for supplying the 

To the management and staff of the Quality Hotel Parkway Convention Center many 

thanks for your assistance and support to again provide us with all the comforts to stage 

a first class event. 

NECROLOGY: From the impressive ceremony of remembrance conducted by 

R.Ex.Comp. Richard Hryni w, we each reflect on our own special thoughts ofCompanions 

we remember from the past twelve months. R.Ex.Comp. Hryniw, you are to be 

commended for responding to my request to serve this Grand Chapter by altering your 

plans to our benefit. As we remember our departed Companions, let us not forget our 

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brave young Canadian Military personnel that have paid the supreme sacrifice in defense 

of the freedom we enjoy today. In your prayers think of the sick and wounded that they 

may return to good health. 

FRATERNAL RELATIONS: The Ontario Masonic Leaders of the Masonic Family 

under the leadership of our Grand Master met in Teeswater in conjunction with the 

International Plowing Match in September and again in December at the Rameses Shrine 

Centre. Discussions around the activities and issues affecting each Masonic body were 

presented and aired as well as recognizing new programs such as the MasoniChip 

program and the Youth Initiatives Committee. The Demolay is growing steadily in 

Ontario and has displayed some impressive ceremonies. Richmond Hill and Mississauga 

have now opened two new Demolays. Concern was raised regarding the break between 

the Demolay and Craft Lodge Initiation, as a cool down period and a risk of loosing 

interest. The Craft Lodge Prince Hall of Ontario and Quebec is recognized by the Grand 

Lodge in Ontario and visitation is encouraged. 

The Joint Public Relations Chairmen who met last year was not attended by all members 

of the Masonic Family unfortunately. The next joint meeting will be attended by the 

Royal Arch Public Relations Chairman or his designate. 

While attending the Grand Chapter of Manitoba it was noted that Grand Jurisdictions of 

five Provinces were represented there from Ontario to British Columbia. It was mentioned 

it has been some time since a visit has been made to the Grand Chapter of Manitoba from 

Ontario. With permission from the Grand High Priest, a visit was made to St. Rupert 

Chapter in Winnipeg. The history of the Traveling Golden Triangle indicates a visit to a 

Chapter in Winnipeg carrying this same name in 1910. The Golden Triangle was 

displayed at the Manitoba Grand Convocation April 26, 2008, by our Grand Registrar. A 

tour of the Grand Lodge of Manitoba was included in this trip. 

While visiting the Grand Chapter of Iowa at Cedar Rapids, an equal surprise came when 

a tour of the Grand Lodge building of Iowa was offered and accepted. This is an 

impressive building with many treasures displayed in a museum; meeting rooms; and 

historical artifacts stored in a climate controlled vault. 

During the year I found time to attend several Frontenac District Deputy Grand Master 

Official Visits and a Scottish Rite Installation. The office of the Grand First Principal of 

Royal Arch Masons in Ontario was recognized at all events. 

Albion Lodge in Harrowsmith celebrated their 1 50 th 

anniversary where my wife Marjorie 

and I attended the reception of the Most Worshipful the Grand Master. 

The following Grand Chapter Convocations in Other Jurisdictions were attended and the 

practice of honourary membership accepted. April 25 - Grand Chapter of Manitoba; May 

2 - Grand Chapter of Nova Scotia accompanied by my wife Marjorie; May 23 - Grand 

Chapter of Newfoundland and Labrador. Made an Honourary Past Grand High Priest. 

Honourary membership of this Grand Chapter was already received and I was invited to 

invest the Grand High Priest, M.Ex.Comp. Larry Moss which was a distinct honour. June 

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9 - 1 9 Grand Chapter of Vermont accompanied by my wife Marjorie; August 7 - Grand 

Chapter of Iowa, Cedar Rapids; October 7 - Grand Chapter of Ohio accompanied by my 

wife Marjorie; March 6 - Grand Chapter ofNew York accompanied by my wife Marjorie. 

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Other Concordant Grand Sessions attended: May 24 - Grand Court of the Amaranth in 

Burlington; August 22 - Grand Assembly of the Grand Imperial Conclave of the Red 

Cross of Constantine; August 25 - Sovereign Great Priory of Canada. 

CONDITION OF THE ORDER: First may I 

correct an oversight and recognize the 

generous donation made last year to the 1 50 th Anniversary Plaque by Ancient Frontenac 

and Cataraqui Chapter No. 1 . This plaque is displayed at 361 King St. W and efforts are 

in progress to complete the task of mounting the plaque. 

On May 20 th 

following the Joint Installation of Amabel and Georgian Chapters Officers 

in Owen Sound, R.Ex.Comp. Charles Stewart was obligated and installed into the office 

of Grand Superintendent of District 4 by the Grand First Principal and accompanied by 

the Grand Second and Grand Third Principals as well as the Grand Scribe Ezra. 

CHARITIES: Royal Arch Charity donations to Medical Research and Bursaries are 

facing some difficult economic times and everyone is feeling the pinch. The Medical 

Research million dollar club is still active and the earned keystone will remind you of 

your generosity. 

Student Bursary awards are equally important to assist our students 

facing the rising cost of education. The practice of including a personalized appreciation 

note from the Grand First Principal with the tax receipt, has been adopted this year. 

Remember your Royal Arch Charities, use the self addressed Royal Arch Charities 

envelope for Memorial Contributions as well as regular donations. Thanks to the Districts 

for Charity projects, your donations have been applied to the intended charity. 

MANUALS: The sixth edition November 2008 of the Manual for Chapter Officers has 

now been updated by the Grand Lecturer, printed, and one copy distributed to all 

Chapters. You may now place orders for your own copy as a new printing supply is 

available from the Grand Chapter office. The Grand Superintendent's manual was revised 

last March and immediate steps were taken to mail the manuals out as soon as the names 

and addresses were forwarded to the Grand Chapter office this year. The delivery of this 

pre course material will give the incoming Grand Superintendent and his secretary a 

chance to review the material and be prepared to ask questions pertaining to the duties of 

their office. 

ANNUAL RETURNS: Several disappointments occurred this year causing concern of 

how much care is given to improvement. Despite relaxing constitutional regulations by 

recent amendments and the availability of forms on the Grand Chapter web site, there 

were still nineteen Chapters not properly returned as of the due date ofJanuary 3 1 . Finally 

through contacts by letter and follow-up phone calls, the number was reduced to two 

Chapters not returned, Tecumseh No. 24 and Toronto Antiquity No. 91. Grand 

Superintendents took an active roll in attempts to remind Chapters of the due date and 

later to expedite the delivery of overdue reports. 

CONSTITUTION: An increasing number of Nomination Papers were again filed 

incorrectly and the special committee exercised due consideration to ensure the 

Constitution was precisely followed. Present amendments to the Constitution will be 

considered at this Convocation to reduce confusion for future filing. However, if these 

amendments are passed, closer attention is still necessary. "It does matter".

Without consultation, a recent practice of holding dual presiding officer positions in a 

Chapter and Grand Chapter has raised concern and some unpopular directives had to be 

issued. The Book of Constitution along with established protocols must not only be 

observed but obeyed, which are upheld by oath of office of your Grand First Principal. 

May I remind all Companions that you must remain in good standing of a Craft Lodge to 

hold membership in a Royal Arch Chapter. The use of the standard logo the Keystone as 

outlined in Article 5 of the Constitution is catching on and it is noted this practice is 

receiving favourable attention. 

AMALGAMATIONS: The Grand Registrar and Grand First Principal conducted the 

Amalgamation ceremony on April 23, 2008, in Kenora with Golden No. 90 and Alberton 

No. 152 being amalgamated as Golden Chapter No. 90. The process of amalgamation 

between Ancient Frontenac No. 1 and Mt. Sinai No. 44 was aborted in favour of further 

efforts to strengthen membership and officer commitment in each of the individual 

Chapters. Joint participation in the work is encouraging in this area. Amalgamation 

discussions between the Chapters of St. Francis No. 133 and Prince of Wales No. 226 are 

in the preliminary stage. 

TRUSTEESHIP: Efforts to improve conditions and support for four Chapters under 

trusteeship were evaluated by the Chairmen and levels of improvement were reported. 

Minnewawa Chapter No. 78 has now secured the placement of key officers and is on the 

right track to continuous improvement. Participation and support to District functions is 

most important and encouragement of the membership to become involved is essential. 

This Chapter is removed from Trusteeship but progress must be maintained to function 

at a satisfactory standard. 

Dedication of the Chapter room in Ravenswood is scheduled for June 15 th 

at 7:30 p.m. 

Presently Dispensation has been given to Minnewawa Chapter No. 78 to hold Royal Arch 

Chapter meetings in Ravenswood until the dedication is complete. Thanks to R.Ex.Comp. 

John Howden for assisting this Chapter to reach that desirable position. 

Tillsonburg Chapter No. 255 although a marked improvement in the quality of work and 

protocol is evident, there is a need to reinforce the correct practice of the Work and raise 

more positive involvement within the District. Otherwise, prospects look promising for 

this Chapter and accordingly this Chapter is removed from Trusteeship. Thanks goes to 

V.Ex.Comp. Jon Bowman for assisting this Chapter to reach for the target of perfection. 

Northern Lights Chapter No 2 1 3, despite the assistance of Trusteeship, has failed to show 

satisfactory improvement. 

Temiskaming Chapter No 1 69 in Haileybury is experiencing similar difficulties. To bring 

these concerns to light and examine ways and means to meet the challenges facing the 

Chapters in the Timmins area, the Grand Council plan to visit Timmins on a jointly 

agreed weekend in June. Royal Arch Masonry is dependent on harmony and purpose with 

all Companions working together towards a common goal. Abitibi Chapter No 223 will 

also be invited to offer input to strengthen Royal Arch Masonry in the District. The future 

depends on a positive commitment by all Chapter members to design a suitable plan and 

put it into action. 

Manitou Chapter No 27 was recently returned to trusteeship under the chairmanship of 

R.Ex.Comp. Dan Knox. District reports indicate attendance, management and 

participation issues appear to be the cause of limited interest. The term of the current 

trusteeship has been too brief to accurately assess the issues and mutually develop a plan 

to return this Chapter to harmony once enjoyed in the past. R.Ex.Comp. Dan Knox is 

reassigned as Chairman of Trusteeship of Manitou Chapter No 27.

St. Francis No 133, Smiths Falls under the Trusteeship Chairman of R.Ex.Comp. 

Roderick Haute has reached a decision to seek amalgamation with another Chapter. St. 

Francis No 133, Smiths Falls and Prince of Wales Chapter No 226, Perth, have mutually 

passed motions in their respective Chapters to enter into amalgamation discussions. 

R.l x.Comp. Roderick Haufe is appointed as representative to advise the Chapters as 

necessary under article 104 of the Constitution and report the progress to Grand Chapter. 

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES: Requests were approved and Charters issued for the 

following Grand Representatives of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada 

in the Province of Ontario near their Grand Chapters. 

R.Ex.Comp. John Leyshon 

Swift Current, Saskatchewan 

M.Ex.Comp. Harold J. Planetta Crocker Hill, New Brunswick 

M.Ex.Comp. Sven Joergensen, 

Oslo, Norway 

Grand Representative of Norway near Ontario, V.Ex.Comp. Richard Olav Bjerknes, was 

obligated and presented with his warrant. January 27 lh , 2009. 

Grand Representative of Quebec near Ontario, R.Ex.Comp. Brian Van Sickle, was 

obligated and presented with his warrant, March 17 th , 2009. 

INSTALLATIONS AND INVESTITURE OF OFFICERS ATTENDED: St. Patricks 

Chapter No 145, Newmarket; Sussex St. Lawrence Chapter No 59, Brockville; Carleton 

Chapter No 16, Ottawa; St. John's Chapter No 148, Van Kleek Hill; Pentalpha Chapter 

No 28, Oshawa; Ancient Frontenac and Cataraqui No 1 , Kingston; Palestine Chapter No 

249, Bowmanville were attended by the Grand First Principal. 

LONG SERVICE AWARDS PRESENTED: Two 60 year presentations were made 

personally to V.Ex.Comps. Mervin Tripp of Dochert Chapter No 248 and William 

Holcombe of The Hamilton Chapter No 175. 

STATISTICS: 

Dispensations 79 

Past Principal Certificates 38 

25 Year Past Principal Bar 14 

50 Year Past Principal Bar 

60 Year Past Principal Bar 1 

50 Year Royal Arch Masons Jewel 26 

60 Year Royal Arch Mason Pin 1 

Although the membership has shown a net loss of269 Companions, the encouraging point 

is we advanced 26 more Mark Master Masons and had 1 6 fewer deaths compared to last 

year. 

A number of Chapters are active with new candidates, which had not reported candidates 

for some time and this is encouraging. We still find Chapters with no candidates and no 

Master Mason programs or membership proposals being conducted. Take the opportunity 

to advertise Royal Arch Masonry by effectively planning a program, show enthusiasm and 

send personal invitations to all District Craft Lodges. It can be a District project or just 

an individual Chapter, but effective advertising is essential. 

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The ad hoc committee for Computer Resources, under the chairmanship of R.Ex.Comp. 

Paraag Suchak, has conducted District seminars to qualify Chapters to send Summonses 

by electronic means. In this regard, a course is being offered after the closing of this 

Convocation. This method reflects a considerable cost saving coupled with the promotion 

of forms on the web site. The Long Range Planning Committee, chaired by R.Ex.Comp. 

Robert McM aster, undertook a major project to seek alternate locations for our Grand 

Convocation with the cost and variety as the main focus. The five sites investigated were 

The Quality Inn Convention Centre in St. Catharines, Quality Inn in Woodstock, Best 

Western in Midland, Ambassador Inn in Kingston and Marriott in Ottawa. For a change 

in location, the discussion at the meeting of the Grand Executive, pointed to the Best 

Western in Midland for 20 1 2 over a three year term as the most favorable. During this 

current economic time, more detailed arrangements are necessary to ensure all aspects are 

properly covered and a suitable contract completed. I hereby establish a committee to 

explore these details in the persons ofR.Ex.Comp. William Lidstone, R.Ex.Comp. Harold 

Belfry, R.Ex.Comp. Mel Duke, R.Ex.Comp. Shavak Madon and with the ability to add 

others as needed. 

Our appreciation goes to these two ad hoc committees for their work over the past year 

to seek new ways of conducting business in Capitular Masonry. 

To R.Ex.Comp. Roland Mandeville, Grand Second Principal; R.Ex.Comp. Michael 

Bowman, Grand Third Principal; and M.Ex.Comp. Richard Jackson, Grand Scribe Ezra, 

your support and discussions throughout the past year have been a most valued asset to 

the daily operation of this Grand Chapter. 

To the Officers, Chairmen and Members of the Grand Executive Committees and Ad Hoc 

Committees, your dedicated contribution to the various committees has not gone 

unnoticed. To the standing committee of Grand Chapter; keeping the business of Grand 

Chapter in line and informed is the key to a successful fraternity. Thanks for your 

commitment. 

To the Grand Superintendents, thank you for representing the Grand First Principal in 

your respective Districts and remember you are the link to the foundation of Royal Arch 

Masonry, the Chapters. Your personal level of dedication and response to the duties of 

your office along with any special requests was important for the harmony within the 

respective Chapters in particular. Some Districts have pulled together and made 

remarkable improvements and others have made attempts to recognize difficulties for 

future consideration. The compliance to the instruction manual was focused more often 

this year but there is always room for improvement. You have served your District to the 

best of your ability and that is something to be proud of. Would you have done anything 

different? Probably, but be satisfied that you left a mark and continue to show your 

support to your successor and Royal Arch Masonry. 

To the Past Grand First Principals, your support and attendance to this Convocation is 

important to all Grand Chapter Officers and Companions but most especially your past 

leadership is the reason this Grand Chapter enjoys the due respect it deserves today. For 

all this we appreciate your dedication. 

APPOINTMENTS: I recommend that R.Ex.Comp. David Edward Jacklin be appointed 

for a 2 year position to the Grand Executive Committee as an Honourary Member for the 

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continued dedication and expertise he provides to this Grand Chapter. Other appointments 

are listed in the list ofOfficers that will be available at the closing of this Grand Chapter. 

To the new members of the Grand Executive Committee and Grand Chapter Officers, 

thank you for accepting new responsibilities and enjoy the challenges through the year. 

CONCLUSION: To the Grand Superintendents elect, your District has spoken and 

elected you to serve your term which starts tomorrow. Put your plan into action, 

remember your responsibilities and above all be happy, enjoy Capitular Masonry, and 

have fun. The time will fly by sooner than you can imagine. 

The Royal Arch public image has taken on a new vitality in the Ontario Masons magazine 

this fall by developing a new format of the Royal Arch Mason page. Many favourable 

comments have been received regarding the new look. It is time now to develop an up-todate 

Royal Arch Mason pamphlet in promotion of the Holy Royal Arch. The Plowing 

Match in Teeswater in 2008 and now 2009 at Earlton in the Temiskaming area are an 

excellent opportunity to promote Freemasonry to the public. Offer your help to the 

committee, drop in for a short visit at the Match and encourage your friends to take a 

look. 

To my wife Marjorie thanks for being my mentor and concerning overseer. Your interest 

and support in my activities in the Royal Arch Family is more than I could have asked for 

which makes me proud to have you at my side. 

Please continue your tolerance in my 

excitable times and slow down the pace when days get hectic. All my love. 

Companions, times are still changing and we must continue to meet the modern 

challenges in this age of the electronic madness. There's lots to do out there, let's gather 

our committees and work together. 

Respectfully submitted, 

Roland A. Paddle, Grand First Principal 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, seconded by the Grand Third Principal that the 

Address of the Grand First Principal be received by Grand Chapter and that it be referred 

to a Special Committee on the Grand First Principals Address and that Committee report 

thereon at this Convocation. CARRIED. 

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTITUTION, 

LAWS AND JURISPRUDENCE 

To the Most Excellent the Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of the Grand 



I am pleased as Chairman of this Committee to present the Committee Report for the year 

2008-2009 covering administration under its mandate during the above period, together 

with other matters dealt with by the Committee as required by the Constitution of Grand 

Chapter under Article 59. 

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NOTICES OF MOTION: 

I, R.Ex.Comp. Roland P. Mandeville hereby give notice that at the next Annual 

Convocation of Grand Chapter, I will move or cause to be moved the following 

Amendments to the Consitution: 

NOMINATION OF OFFICERS AND GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS 

That Section 1 8 Subsection (c) be deleted and replaced with: "Nominations for the Office 

of Grand First Principal, Grand Second Principal, Grand Third Principal, Grand Scribe 

Nehemiah, Grand Principal Sojourner, Grand Registrar and for the Grand Executive 

Committee, must be made in writing and signed, giving the following information of the 

nominee - his full name, Royal Arch Masonic Designation, Post Office Address, name 

and number of his Chapter, District, and the Office or Committee for which he is 

nominated together with his age, occupation, Grand Chapter Offices held and the year 

served as First Principal, Chapter name and number, if different from current Chapter 

membership. In addition enclose a current colour or black and white photo (25 x 35 

millimetres minimum to 50 x 70 millimetres maximum). The nominator must also submit 

information under his signature of, full name, Royal Arch Masonic Designation, Post 

Office Address, name and number of his Chapter and District." 

Subsection (e) delete and replace with: "Such nominations must be marked 'Nominations' 

and received by registered mail or hand delivered by the nominee or nominator at the 

Grand Chapter Office on or before the Thirtieth day of November prior to the Grand 

Chapter Convocation at which the voting is to take place. If the thirtieth day ofNovember 

falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or Holiday, the next following business day." 

Subsection (g) delete and replace with: "The Grand Scribe Ezra will send at once, a 

complete list of such nominations by registered mail to members whose nominations are 

accepted. In addition those members whose nominations are rejected, the Grand Scribe 

Ezra will send by registered letter at once with reasons for rejection. Unless a notice of 

withdrawal from the member so nominated and over his signature, is received by the 

Grand Scribe Ezra by registered mail or hand delivered by the nominator or nominee on 

or before the Fifteenth day of December, the name of such member will appear on the 

final list of nominations. The nomination papers containing the names of the nominees 

for election to the Office or Committee specified with the following information, full 

name, Royal Arch Designation, Post Office Address, and number of his Chapter, District, 

age, occupation, Grand Chapter Offices held and year served as First Principal including 

a current photo will be printed in the same order as the ballot paper. 

Delete Subsection (d) and rename Subsections (e) to (k) as (d) to (j). 

Your Committee finds this amendment to be regular and in order. 

THE GRAND SUPERINTENDENTS 

I, R.Ex.Comp. Roland P. Mandeville hereby give notice that at the next Annual 

Convocation of Grand Chapter, I will move or cause to be moved the following 

amendments to the Constitution: 

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Section 29, Subsection (b) be deleted and replaced with "The District Meeting shall be 

held at the call of the Grand Superintendent during the month of February or the first full 

week of March." 

Subsection (c) delete and replace with: 'The Grand Superintendent will advise each First 

Principal and each Scribe Ezra in the District of the meeting date not later than the 

fifteenth day of December prior to the meeting. Notice of the meeting must be carried in 

each Chapter Summons." 


LIFE MEMBERSHIP 

I, R.Ex.Comp. Keith D. Robertson, hereby give notice that at the next Annual 

Convocation of Grand Chapter I will move or cause to be moved that Section 84 of the 

Constitution be amended as follows: 

Section 84 (c) be renumbered (c) (i) and a new Subsection be added; (c) (ii) "Where a 

Chapter had admitted a member to life membership prior to 1991 and had paid the 

commutation fee to Grand Chapter, that Chapter is exempt from paying further dues to 

Grand Chapter for the Life Member." 


Since last reporting to the Grand First Principal and the Companions of Grand Chapter 

in 2008, your Committee has dealt with eight (8) issues brought to their attention 

pertaining to interpretations as per our mandate under the Constitution. 

In addition seven (7) submissions from Constituent Chapters pertaining to Amendments 

to their By-laws have been received, reviewed and recommendations made to the Grand 

First Principal for either approval, minor changes before receiving approval, or not 

recommended for approval. 

Respectfully submitted by R.Ex.Comp. J. William Lidstone, Committee Chairman. 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal and seconded by the Grand Third Principal that 

this report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. CARRIED 

MOTIONS TO AMEND THE CONSTITUTION 

I, R.Ex.Comp. Roland P Mandeville, move the following amendments to Section 18; 

Subsection(c) delete and replace with "Nomination for the Office of Grand First Principal, 

Grand Second Principal, Grand Third Principal, Grand Scribe Nehemiah, Grand Principal 

Sojourner, Grand Registrar and for the Grand Executive Committee, must be made in 

writing and signed, giving the following information of the nominee - his full name, 

Royal Arch Masonic Designation, Post Office Address, name and number of his Chapter, 

District and the Office or Committee for which he is nominated together with his age, 

occupation, Grand Chapter Offices held and year served as First Principal, Chapter name 

and number, if different from current Chapter membership. In addition enclose a current 

colour or black and white photo (25 x 35 millimeters minimum to 50 x 70 millimeters 

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maximum). The nominator must also submit information under his signature of; full 

name, Royal Arch Masonic Designation, Post Office Address, name and number of his 

Chapter and District." 

Subsection (e) delete and replace with "Such nominations must be marked "Nominations" 

and received by register mail or hand delivery by the nominee or nominator at the Grand 

Chapter Office on or before the Thirtieth day of November prior to the Grand Chapter 

Convocation at which the voting is to take place. 

on a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, the next following business day." 

If the Thirtieth day of November falls 

Subsection (g) delete and replace with "The Grand Scribe Ezra will send at once, a 

complete list of such nominations by registered mail to members whose nominations are 

accepted. 

In addition those members whose nominations are rejected, the Grand Scribe 

Ezra will send a registered letter at once with reasons for rejection. Unless a notice of 

withdrawal from the member so nominated and over his signature, is received by the 

Grand Scribe Ezra by registered mail, or had delivery by the nominator or nominee on or 

before the Fifteenth day of December, the name of such member will appear on the final 

list of nominations. The Nomination Papers containing the names of the nominees for 

election to the Office or Committee specified with the following information, full name, 

Royal Arch Designation, Post Office Address, name and number of his Chapter, District, 

age, occupation, Grand Chapter Offices held and year served as First Principal including 

a current photo will be printed in the same order as the ballot paper. 

Delete Subsection (d) and rename Subsections (e) to (k) as (d) to (j). 

After discussion by several Companions, it was moved by M.Ex.Comp. Richard Jackson 

and seconded by M.Ex.Comp. Donald Kline that this motion be referred to the Grand 

Council for their consideration and that they report back no later than the next 

Convocation. 

CARRIED. 

I, R.Ex.Comp. Roland P Mandeville, move the following amendments to Section 29; 

Subsection (b) delete and replace with "The District Meeting shall be held at the call of 

the Grand Superintendent during the month of February or the first full week of March." 

Subsection (c) delete and replace with; "The Grand Superintendent will advise each First 

Principal and each Scribe Ezra in the District of the meeting date. He shall mail the notice 

of the meeting not later than the fifteenth day of December prior to the meeting. Notice 

of the Meeting must be carried in each Chapter summons. CARRIED 

I, R.Ex.Comp. Melvyn Duke, move that Section 84of the Constitution be amended as 

follows: 

Subsection 84(c)be renumbered as (c)(i) and a new Subsection be added; (c)(ii) Where 

a Chapter had admitted a member to life membership prior to 1 99 1 and had paid the 

commutation fee to Grand Chapter, that Chapter is exempt from paying further dues to 

Grand Chapter for that Life Member. CARRIED. 

REPORT OF THE BURSARY COMMITTEE 

To the Most Excellent, The Grand First Principal, Officers, and Companions ofthe Grand 



The Scholarship and Bursary Committee have been diligently active over the past year. 

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And on behalf of the Committee, I would like to extend my thanks for the privilege to 

represent the Grand Chapter throughout this period. 

I would also like to express my sincere gratitude for the commitment and assistance the 

members of the Committee have given. 

During the year 50 applications were received, 44 were approved and there were 6 

rejected. There were a few applications which were returned before submission to the 

Committee, no student transcripts, outdated forms, etc. These were not included in the 

above figures. Some of these were resubmitted after the January 1 

be processed by the next Committee. 

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cut off date and will 

The total amount awarded was $14,600, which was well below the budget of $23,750. 

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However, 22 applicants were 1 year (exactly 50%) with eight 2 nd 

year and fourteen 3 rd 

or 4 th 

year. 

From the applications already received for the ensuing year and with the current economic 

conditions, I would anticipate a very busy year. 

Bursaries were awarded to 13 out of the 15 Districts. District 10 led with $3450, District 

7 was next with $2300. Districts 9 & 15 submitted no applications, combined they 

represent approximately 11% of the Chapters in the Jurisdiction. 

The previous Committee had implemented a number of changes to improve and 

streamline the application process, unfortunately a number of applications are still being 

received on outdated forms, and a few are still being submitted via the Grand Chapter 

Office. 

This Committee feels that the new system works extremely well, and the only 

recommendation was, where possible, to process the applications electronically. The 

current Committee has 5 of 6 members with email. Both the previous and current 

Committee allow the approval/rejection of applications to be submitted electronically. 

We feel that this would save considerable time and cost as every application currently 

requires a minimum of 1 8 copies with an average of 24. Therefore the Committee will 

process applications by either regular mail or electronic mail, whichever system would 

work best to suit their current conditions. 

The Committee would also like to have the Scholarship and Bursary Program with the 

eligibility qualifications, etc. easily accessible on the Grand Chapter Website. 

We feel that this would assist both the officers and sponsors in the correct method of 

processing the relevant information. 

This Committee feels that any improvements to the system would benefit the students 

who need the support during this difficult and stressful period. 

Respectfully submitted by: R.Ex.Comp. Barry Turnbull, Chairman 


this report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings of Grand Chapter. 

CARRIED 

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REPORT OF THE FRATERNAL CORRESPONDENCE COMMITTEE 




This is my first year as Chairman of the Fraternal Correspondence Committee and I had 

the opportunity and pleasure of receiving and reviewing the Annual Proceedings of the 

following Grand Chapters: Athens, Connecticut, England, France, Georgia, Idaho, 

Illinois, Ireland, Manitoba, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, 

North Dakota, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan, Scotland and West Virginia - a total of 19 

Jurisdictions. Seven of these Jurisdictions used a CD format. Some Jurisdictions have 

their proceedings available on their website to be downloaded and read. 

It was interesting to find that in some Jurisdictions they held a joint Grand York Rite 

Annual Session where Royal Arch Masons, Royal and Select Masters and the 

Commandries (Preceptory) came together and shared in some of the program such as the 

Worship Service and Evening Banquet. 

Many of the Jurisdictions I found are experiencing some of the similar problems we are 

faced with such as declining membership through demits, suspensions, declining 

enrolment and deaths. In spite of these challenges there are many Jurisdictions making 

every effort to stimulate interest in Royal Arch Masonry and the other York Rite bodies. 

Some of the efforts made are to call members who haven't been out to Chapter and 

encourage them to attend and give them a reason to participate; appoint a formal Royal 

Arch Representative in each Masonic Lodge to encourage Master Masons to consider 

Royal Arch Masonry; try to have fun and what I mean by this is having learned 

discussions on the lessons about life from a Masonic point of view and more fellowship; 

encourage visitations with other Chapters. 

Along this same vein, I wanted to make mention of what the State of Illinois is doing. 

Each year they hold the Keystone Challenge. It provides a fun opportunity for 

Companions to test their knowledge of Capitular Masonry in a competition format on 

behalf of their Chapters. All Companions participate in their Chapter to match 20 

questions with 20 answers which are sent to the Chapter and this is all timed by a 

stopwatch and scored. As the winning Chapters emerge the two finalists compete at the 

Annual Convocation and the winning Chapter has their name placed on a beautiful trophy. 

Also they have formed Capitular Clubs where Companions study ritual and this has 

increased the level of proficiency in the floor work and ritual memorization. Tests are 

conducted and Companions receive a certificate upon completion. 

Other Jurisdictions have adopted a 6 man opening as opposed to a 9 man opening to assist 

those Chapters with declining membership so they can do their work well and legally. 

In the State of Connecticut they have lowered the entry age to 18 years and have found 

this promising in attracting younger members joining Masonry. 

There are many Jurisdictions who are visiting Craft Lodges in their Districts to present 

the whole story of York Rite Masonry. This effort has produced new members and 

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members who want to be active. 

In some Jurisdictions efforts are being made to promote family involvement and 

community activities. Programs of interest to the whole family are being developed and 

implemented so that the families can share in rewarding experiences. 

In Saskatchewan Chapters that do not have candidates are being encouraged to exemplify 

Degrees so they could revisit the teachings from those Degrees and not just have a 

business meeting and by doing this they will be ready for new candidates when they 

come. 

In the State of Missouri, they have reported that the Rainbow Girls and Job's Daughters 

have both increased their numbers. But the DeMolay is found to have had the most 

growth of the three groups. They have 26 Chapters across the state. For the third year in 

a row, they have had a larger increase in membership than any other Jurisdiction in the 

world. 

I would like to comment that I've noticed through reading the various proceedings that 

there is not only a need for younger members but a need for the older members who 

provide a steadfastness to show these newer members the light that Royal Arch Masonry 

can offer them. These younger members will be the next generation to carry on what they 

have learned. 

Many Jurisdictions are promoting further organizational and technological changes that 

include websites, down loadable brochures, CD format proceedings and e-mailing 

information. 

We all need to be salesmen for our Craft. We need to show not only Masons but also 

those who know nothing about Masonry, who we are and what we do. 

I would like to thank you, Most Excellent Sir, for the opportunity to serve our Grand 

Chapter and also I would like to thank our Grand Scribe Ezra for his continuing support. 

Respectfully submitted by Henry Handsley, Chairman 


this report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. 

CARRIED. 

GREETINGS EXTENDED FROM ATTENDING COMPANIONS 

During the 15 T' Annual Convocation of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of 

Canada in the Province of Ontario, fraternal greetings were extended by visiting 

Companions of each of the Grand Chapters and other Bodies represented. 

REPORT OF THE INVESTMENTS COMMITTEE 




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Your Investment Committee is responsible for monitoring the management of our three 

portfolios: the General Account, the Scholarship and Bursary Account, and the Medical 

Research Account. The three portfolios are managed by RBC Dominion Securities; 

specifically by Financial Advisor Mr. Richard de Boekhorst. The funds are managed 

within the investment policy approved by the Grand Executive Committee of The Grand 

Chapter, which provide guidelines for the allocation of assets including cash, short-term 

investments, fixed income investments, and equities within the three portfolios. Your 

investment committee is in regular contact with our financial advisor, meeting with him 

in person and receiving regular reports both by mail and electronically. 

The objectives of our investment policy are to achieve long-term capital and income 

growth consistent with low to moderate risk, while producing an income stream to 

provide for operating expenses, and the funding of Scholarships and Bursaries and 

Medical Research. In order to balance these objectives, our policy has limited the 

proportion of equities in our portfolios to no more than 35% of the total. 

The fiscal year March 1, 2008 to February 28 th , 2009, has included some extremely 

turbulent times in both stock markets and fixed income securities trading. Your 

Investment Committee is concerned that we have experienced losses, but we are pleased 

to report that these losses are relatively minor in comparison to market fluctuations. 

During a twelve month period that saw the TSX Composite Index decline by 40%, our 

losses have been less than 1 5%. Our conservative investment policy has protected us from 

the steep downturn in equity markets worldwide. The equity investments that we do have 

are 100% Canadian, and are limited to large-cap blue chip companies. This has enabled 

us to avoid currency risk, and the even more turbulent markets in the U.S.A. and Europe. 

Our policy also ensured that we had no exposure to asset classes such as asset backed 

commercial paper, and mortgage backed securities. 

The balances and year to year change of our three portfolios are as follows: 

Account Balance February 28, 2009 1 2 month rate of return 

General $467,364.32 -12.21% 

Scholarship & Bursary $ 597,237.02 -14.1 1% 

Medical Research $636,853.85 - 8.99% 

$1,701,455.19 

At this time, the Investment Committee is not recommending any changes to either our 

Investment Policy or to the management of our portfolios. We believe that our current 

advisor is doing as well as can be expected in these difficult times and that our portfolios 

are well positioned to not only weather any further turbulence in the market, but also to 

reap the benefit of the inevitable market recovery. 

Finally, on behalf of the other members of the Investment Committee, M.Ex.Comp. 

Richard J Jackson and R.Ex.Comp. Shavak R Madon, we thank you for having given us 

this opportunity to serve our Grand Chapter. 

Respectfully submitted by R.Ex.Comp. David R Pass, Chairman. 

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this report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. CARRIED. 

REPORT OF THE GRAND TREASURER 

To the Most Excellent the Grand First Principal, Officers and members of the Grand 



It is my privilege to present to you the financial statements of the Grand Chapter, the 

Medical Research Fund and the 

February 28, 2009. 

Scholarship and Bursary Funds for the year ended 

The following are the highlights for the fiscal year 2009: 

The Grand Chapter: The total revenue was $3 1 

,200 compared to $ 1 20,800 in 2008. Our 

revenue reflects unrealized investment loss of $83,700 compared to $5,100 in prior year. 

Our expenses amounted to $96,700 as against $1 10,200 in the prior year. We ended the 

year excess of expenses over revenue of $65,500 compared to a surplus of $10,600 in 

prior year. 

Over the past four years for our 150 th Anniversary celebration, we collected $29,700 

which includes miscellaneous donations and sale of merchandise. We paid for expenses 

almost the same amount; hence we are in a break-even situation for our celebration. 

The Scholarship and Bursary Fund: We paid out bursaries of $14,300 compared to 

$20,600 in 2008. We ended the year with a deficit of $1 09,900 compared to a surplus of 

$ 1 9,400 in the prior year. Again the deficit was a result of unrealized investment losses 

of $1 19,200 compared to $6,000 in prior year. 

The Medical Research Fund: 

During the year we made grants of $20,000 as against 

$20,000 in the prior year. We ended the year with a deficit of $72,900 compared to a 

surplus of $38,000 in the prior year. Our donations were $12,000 compared to $24,000 

in prior year. The unrealized investment losses amounted to $86,900 compared to $8, 1 00 

in prior year. 

Investments: The market value of our total investments at the Grand Chapter, the 

Scholarship & Bursary Fund and the Medical Research Fund amounted to $1,695,000 

compared to $1,958,800 in prior year. 

General: As in prior years, I met several times with the Grand Scribe Ezra and the Grand 

Council to discuss the financial affairs of Grand Chapter. I sincerely appreciate the efforts 

of our Grand Council and Grand Scribe Ezra to stringently control the finances of the 

Grand Chapter and the two related funds. I would like to thank the Grand Scribe Ezra for 

the fullest cooperation provided to me throughout the year. 

Finally, I would like to acknowledge the efforts and dedication of the Finance Committee 

and Investments Committee members. 

Respectfully and fraternally submitted, R.Ex.Comp. Shavak R. Madon, Grand Treasurer 

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report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. CARRIED. 

AUDITOR'S REPORT ON SUMMARIZED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

To the Grand Executive Committee of The Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Canada 

in the Province of Ontario 

The accompanying summarized statement of Financial Position and Revenue, Expenses 

and Net Assets are derived from the complete financial statements of The Grand Chapter 

of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario as at February 28, 2009, and 

for the year ended February 28, 2009. The fair summarization of the complete financial 

statement is the responsibility of the organization's management Our responsibility, in 

accordance with applicable Assurance guideline of The Canadian Institute of Chartered 

Accountants, is to report of the summarized financial statements. 

In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements fairly summarize, in all material 

respects, the related complete financial statements in accordance with criteria described 

in the Guideline referred to above. 

These summarized financial statements do not contain all of the disclosures required by 

Canadian generally accepted accounting principles. Readers are cautioned that these 

statements may not be appropriate for their purposes. For more information on the Grand 

Chapter's financial position, results of operation and cash flows, reference should be 

made to the related complete financial statements. 


March 13, 2009 

Lepore and Company 

Chartered Accountants 

Audited copies ofthefinancial statements as at andfor the year ended February 28, 2009 

may be obtained by contacting the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in 

the Province of Ontario at 361 King Street West, 2 nd Floor, Hamilton Ontario L8P 1B4 



SUMMARIZED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 

YEAR ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2009 

2009 2008 

Assets 

Cash $ 43,619 $ 52,301 

Accrued investment income 948 1,971 

Investments 535,340 535,340 

Capital assets - 

335 

Prepaid expenses including 150 th Anniv. Fund 

- 

8,246 

Inventory 19,307 19,283 

$ 528,244 $612,502 

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Liabilities 

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 5,200 $ 18,700 

Deterred revenue 2,600 11,558 

7,800 30,258 

Net Asset $ 520,444 $ 582,244 

$528,244 $612,502 

SUMMARIZED STATEMENT OF REVENUE, EXPENSES AND NET ASSETS 


2009 2008 

Revenue 

Investment income (loss) 

Dues and registration fees 

Others 

Expenses 

(64,822) $ 27,093 

88,120 89,674 

7,951 3,996 

31,249 120,763 

Administration and fund raising 96,730 101,192 

(Deficiency) Excess of revenue over expenses 

$(65,481) 10,571 

NET ASSETS, beginning of year 

Adjustment on Implementation of Financial 

Instruments Standards 

FUNDS ADVANCED 

582,244 507,653 

_ 

64,020 

- 

3,681 

NET ASSETS, end of year $ 520,444 $ 582,244 


To the Grand Executive Committee of The Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of 

Canada 

in the Province of Ontario - The Scholarship and Bursary Fund 

We have audited the statement of financial position of The Grand Chapter of Royal 

Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario - The Scholarship and Bursary Fund 

as at February 28, 2009, and the statements of operations and changes in net assets for the 

year then ended. These financial statements are the responsibility of the organization's 

management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements 

based on our audit. 

We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing 

standards. Those standards require that we plant and perform an audit to obtain reasonable 

assurance whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit 

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includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in 

the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used 

and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial 

statement presentation. 

The organization derives some fund revenue in the form of donations, the 

completeness of which is not susceptible to satisfactory audit verification. Accordingly, 

our verification of these revenues was limited to the amounts recorded in the records of 

the organization and we were not able to determine whether any adjustments might be 

necessary to revenues, excess of revenues over expenses, assets and fund balances. 

In our opinion, except for the omission of the disclosure described in the preceding 

paragraph, and except for the effect of adjustments, if any which we might have 

determined to be necessary had we been able to satisfy ourselves concerning the 

completeness of revenues referred to above, these financial statements present fairly, in 

all material respects, the financial position of the organization as at February 28, 2009 and 

the results of its operation for the year then ended, in accordance with Canadian generally 

accepted accounting principles. 


March 12, 2009 


Chartered Accountants 

Audited copies of the financial statements as at and for the year ended February 28, 2009 may be obtained 

by contacting the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario - The Scholarship 

and Bursary Fund at 361 King Street West, 2"d Floor, Hamilton Ontario L8P 1 B4 



THE SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY FUND 



2009 2008 

Assets 

Cash $ 16,989 $6,084 

Investments 594,614 705,417 

$ 611,603 $ 721,501 

Liabilities 


Net Assets 610,102 720,000 

$ 611,603~ $ 721,501 

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SUMMARIZED STATEMENT OF REVENUE, EXPENSES AND NET 

ASSETS 


Revenue 

Investment (loss) income 

Donations 

2009 

$(100,420) 

6,322 

2008 

$ 39,006 

2,546 

(94,098) 41,552 

Expenses 

Administration and fund raising 

Grants, bursaries and donations 

1,550 

14,250 

1,592 

20,550 

15,800 22,142 

(Deficiency) Excess of revenue over expenses $ (109,898) $ 19,410 

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS 


NET ASSETS, beginning of year as previously reported 

ADJUSTMENT ON IMPLEMENTATION OF 

FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS STANDARDS (note 3) 

720,000 619,674 

80,916 

RESTATED NET ASSETS, beginning of year $ 720,000 $ 700,590 

(DEFICIENCY) EXCESS OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES (109,898) 19,410 

NET ASSETS, end of year $610,102 

720,000 



THE SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY FUND 

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

FEBRUARY 28, 2009 

1. PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION 

The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario 

Scholarship and Bursary Fund is a registered charity in Ontario, and is exempt from 

income tax under the Income Tax Act. 

The object of the organization is to provide assistance in the form of bursaries to Royal 

Arch Masons' dependants of members, widows and orphans of members to complete their 

education at universities, community or technical colleges. 

2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES 

Investments 

All investments are classified as held-for-trading. These investments are measured at fair 

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value with gains and losses recognized in net income. Any unrealized holding gains and 

losses related to held-for-trading investments are included in net income. The quoted 

market price was used to estimate the fair value of the financial instruments held as 

investments. 

3. CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING POLICY 

Effective March 1, 2007, the Organization has adopted the provisions of CICA 

Handbook Section 3855, Financial Instruments - Recognition and Measurement and 

Section 4400, Financial Statement Presentation by Not-for- Profit Organizations (in place 

of those in section 1530) which address the classification, recognition and measurement 

of financial instruments in the financial statements and the inclusion of unrealized 

investment holding income (gains, losses, interest and dividends). As a result of adopting 

these new standards, the Organization has recorded a non-cash charge of $80,916 for the 

change in accounting for financial assets classified as held-for-trading and measured at 

fair value instead of cost. This charge is reported as a one-time cumulative effect of a 

change in accounting policy in opening accumulated net assets on March 1, 2007. 

4. INVESTMENTS 

In accordance with the provisions of CICA Handbook Section 3855, the investments are 

reported at fair market value, the actual book value (cost base) is $634,935 (2008 - 

$634,787). well, accrued interest receivable for the current year is included in the fair 

value of the investments. 

5. RESTRICTED NET ASSETS 

The net assets restricted for scholarships and bursaries are externally restricted for 

purposes of providing educational assistance. These amounts are not available for other 

purposes without the approval of the membership. 

6. INVESTMENT (LOSS) INCOME 

Investment income consists of realized capital gains on the sale of investments, realized 

interest and dividend income and unrealized investment gains and losses. 

7. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS 

The financial statements of the organization include cash, receivables, payables and 

portfolio investments. The fair values of cash, receivables and payables are assumed to 

approximate their carrying amounts because of their short term to maturity. The fair value 

of investments are assumed to approximate quoted market value. 

Portfolio investments are placed in well capitalized, high quality corporate and 

government securities. The organization does not use derivative instruments to reduce its 

exposure to interest and foreign currency risk. The organization has no significant 

concentrations of credit risk. 

8. CHARITABLE STATUS 

For the fiscal year 2009, the fund has met the distribution quota requirements to maintain 

its status as a charitable organization under the Income Tax Act (Canada). 

9. COMPARATIVE FIGURES 

Certain of the prior year's figures have been reclassified to conform to the current year's 

presentation. 

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To the Grand Executive Committee of The Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of 

Canada 

in the Province of Ontario - Medical Research Fund (Release A Miracle Fund) 

We have audited the statement of financial position of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch 

Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario - Medical Research Fund as at February 28, 

2008 and the statements of operations and changes in net assets for the year then ended. 

These financial statements are the responsibility of the organization's management. Our 

responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. 

We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing 

standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform an audit to obtain reasonable 

assurance whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit 

includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in 

the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used 

and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial 

statement presentation. 

The organization derives some fund revenue in the form of donations, the completeness 

of which is not susceptible to satisfactory audit verification. Accordingly, our verification 

of these revenues was limited to the amounts recorded in the records of the organization 

and we were not able to determine whether any adjustments might be necessary to 

revenues, excess of revenues over expenses, assets and fund balances. 

In our opinion, except for the omission of the disclosure described in the preceding 

paragraph, and except for the effect of adjustments, if any which we night have 

determined to be necessary had we been able to satisfy ourselves concerning the 

completeness of revenues referred to above, these financial statements present fairly, in 

all material respects, the financial position of the organization as at February 28, 2008 and 

the results of its operation for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian generally 

accepted accounting principles. 


March 12, 2009 


Chartered Accountant 

Audited copies of the financial statements as at and for the year ended February 28, 2009 may be obtained by 

contacting the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario at 361 King Street West, 

2 nd Floor, Hamilton Ontario LHP 1 B4 

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THE MEDICAL RESEARCH FUND (RELEASE A MIRACLE) 



2009 2008 

Assets 

Cash $4,185 $ 3,225 

Accrued investment income 931 2,640 

Accrued interest receivable (Note 4) 

- 

6,243 

Investments 635,923 708,058 

$641,039 $713,923 

Liabilities 


Net Assets (Note 5) 639,538 712,422 

$641,039 $713^23 

SUMMARIZED STATEMENT OF REVENUE, EXPENSES AND NET 

ASSETS 


Revenue 

Bank interest 

Donations 

Investment (loss) Income (Note 6) 

2009 2008 

5 $ 213 

12,456 24,126 

(63,844) 35,349 

(51,383) 59,688 

Expenses 

Audit fees 

Bank Charges 

Grants 

1,501 1,501 

- 

202 

20,000 20,000 

21,501 21,703 

(Deficiency) Excess of revenue over expenses 

NET ASSETS, beginning of year 

(72,884) 

712,422 

37,985 

596,722 

ADJUSTMENT ON IMPLEMENTATION OF 

FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS STANDARDS (Note 3) 77,715 

NET ASSETS, end of year $ 639,538 $712,422 

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MEDICAL RESEARCH FUND 

(Release a Miracle Fund) 

FEBRUARY 28, 2009 

1. PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION 

The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario Medical 

Research Fund (Release a Miracle Fund) is a registered charity in Ontario, and is exempt 

from income tax under the Income Tax Act. 

The object of the organization is to provide funds for medical research upon receiving 

a valid request for assistance. 

2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNT POLICIES 

Investments 

All investments are classified as held-for-trading. These investments are measured at fair 

value with gains and losses recognized in net income. Any unrealized holding gains and 

losses related to held-for-trading investments are included in net income. The quote 

market price was used to estimate the fair value of the financial instruments held as 

investments. 

3. CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING POLICY 

Effective March 1, 2007, the Organization has adopted the provisions of CICA 

Handbook Section 3855, Financial Instruments - Recognition and Measurement and 

Section 4400, Financial Statement Presentation by Not-for-Profit Organizations (in place 

of those in section 1530) which address the classification, recognition and measurement 

of financial instruments in the financial statements and the inclusion of unrealized 

investment holding income (gains, losses, interest and dividends). As a result of adopting 

these new standards, the Organization has recorded a non-cash charge of $77,7 15 for the 

change in accounting for financial assets classified as held-for-trading and measured at 

fair value instead of cost. This charge is reported as a one-time cumulative effect of a 

change in accounting policy in opening accumulated net assets on March 1, 2007. 

4. INVESTMENTS 

In accordance with the provisions of CICA Handbook Section 3855, the investments are 

reported at fair market value, the actual book value (cost base) is $638,185 (2008 - 

$629,258). As well, accrued interest receivable is included in the fair value of the 

investments. 

5. RESTRICTED NET ASSETS 

The net assets of the organization are externally restricted for the purposes of providing 

support for medical research. These amounts are not available for other purposes without 

the approval of the membership. 

6. INVESTMENT INCOME 

Investment income consists of realized capital gains on the sale of investments, realized 

interest and dividend income and unrealized investment gains and losses. 

7. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS 

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s 

The financial statements of the organization include cash, receivables, payables and 

portfolio investments. The fair values of cash, receivables and payables are assumed to 

approximate their carrying amounts because of their short term to maturity. The fair value 

of investments are assumed to approximate quoted market value. 

Portfolio investments are placed in well capitalized, high quality corporate and 

government securities. The organization does not use derivative instruments to reduce its 

exposure to interest and foreign currency risk. The organization has no significant 

concentrations of credit risk. 

8. CHARITABLE STATUS 

For the fiscal year 2009, the fund has met the distribution quota requirements to maintain 

its status as a charitable organization under the Income Tax Act (Canada). 

9. COMPARATIVE FIGURES 

Certain of the prior year' s figures have been reclassified to conform to the current year' 

presentation. 

REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE 

To the Most Excellent the Grand First Principal and Members of The Grand Chapter of 

Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario. 


Once again no recognition has been given to any gain or loss on sale of investments in 

the actual or budgeted figures in this report. Any gain or loss on sale of investments is 

of course recognized in the audited financial statements. However, we wish to be clear 

on this point that this is only a paper loss and not an actual cash loss. 

Our actual operating revenue for 2009 came to $105,500 compared to the budget of 

$103,500. Our expenses were $95,600 against a budget of $1 15,700. As a result we have 

a net surplus of $9,900 (no capital gain), which compares with a budgeted deficit of 

$12,200. 

For the fiscal year ending February 2010, we are projecting a budgeted income of 

$93,900 compared to budgeted expenses of $107,700 resulting in a budgeted deficit of 

$13,800. Our increases in expenses are mainly in the area of office expenses. While our 

revenue base of membership keeps going down we are projecting per capita dues of 

$88,000 due to maintaining the previous assessment of $1.00 per member for the 150 th 

Anniversary into the general fund. We are of course hoping that actual numbers for the 

year will reflect a smaller deficit or better still, a surplus. 

Finally, I am pleased to report that we continue to have a good relationship with our 

auditors Lepore & Company, Chartered Accountants. 

Respectfully 

submitted by R.Ex.Comp. Ronald T. Stinson, Chairman. 


report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. 

CARRIED. 

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REVENUE 

GRAND CHAPTER ROYAL ARCH MASONS OF CANADA 


2009-2010 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET 

Per capita dues 88,000 

Registration Fees 2,000 

Other Income 700 

Interest & Investment Income 

Capital Gain 

Net Sales 3,200 

Total Revenue 93.900 

EXPENSES 

Rent and parking 9,800 

Office expenses 1 5,000 

Salaries & benefits 44,000 

Benevolence 2,000 

Travel 10,000 

Annual Convocation 6,000 

Printing Proceedings 3,200 

Regalia Refurbishing 2,500 

Insurance 2,200 

Jewel purchase 500 

Council & Committee 300 

Public Relations 3,000 

Office Equipment Upgrade 3,000 

Jewel Engraving 500 

Professional Fees 5,700 

Total Expenses 107,700 

Surplus/(Deficit) (13,800) 

Note: No provision is made for gain or loss on sale of investments. 

CARRIED. 

REPORT OF THE GRAND HISTORIAN 




The past year has provided the World with many events which have truly changed the 

way we live our lives. Our concerns and the world wide "recession depression" has 

touched every one of us and Freemasonry has not been exempt from its grasp. 

As of December 3 1 

, 2008, we have 100 Chapters compiling 7,275 Companions, down 

27 1 Companions from the previous year. Demits, Suspensions, and Deaths still outnumber 

our Advancements and Reinstatements. The number of Demits each year continues to be 

of concern and with an emphasis on making Retention of Companions a priority in our 

Chapters we can foster a positive outcome. 

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The late, R.Ex.Comp. W. James Curtis, Grand Scribe Nehemiah, made the following 

observations in 1975 and the comments are appropriate for today: 

"While perfection is our goal, no man is a failure for stuttering his ritual under tension 

or for jumping the Order of Ceremony. Only if his compassion dries up does he fail 

utterly. The Craft can take great comfort in that it is made up mostly of ordinary men, not 

all highly gifted and talented men, but men whose common bond is that their fundamental 

ideals of goodness is as large as their hearts, who have the native ability to recognize the 

relative worth of essential human values, and as long as we have such men, our Order is 

in no danger." 

My sincerest gratitude to M.Ex.Comp. Roland A. Paddle and the Grand Council for 

allowing me the honour and privilege to serve The Grand Chapter. 

Respectfully submitted by V.Ex.Comp. Gary P. Humes, Grand Historian. 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, Seconded by the Grand Third Principal that this 

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report be received and be approved for printing in the proceedings. 

REPORT OF THE BENEVOLENCE COMMITTEE 




The Benevolence Committee reports that there was no activity this year in the form of 

requests for financial aid. At the previous meeting there seemed to be the possibility of 

a request for help but the person who possibly would have made that application was 

worried about the effect of a monetary grant on his disability insurance. No application 

for assistance was then forthcoming. 

Respectfully submitted by the Grand Chapter Benevolence Committee: R.Ex.Comp. 

Hugh Kernohan, Chairman. 


report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. CARRIED. 

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE MEDICAL RESEARCH FUND 

RELEASE A MIRACLE 

To the Most Excellent, The Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of the Grand 



This year end report covers the activities of the Committee on Medical Research of The 

Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario for the year 

ending February 2009. 

During the fall months of 2008, correspondence was sent to all Grand Superintendents 

to congratulate them on their preferment and encouraging them to promote the Grand 

Chapter Charities, especially "Release-a-Miracle" and to motivate the Companions in 

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their Districts to continue with projects in raising of funds for this extremely important 

commitment of the Royal Arch Companions of the Ontario Jurisdiction. 

Three further communications were made during the year. The first consisted of a 

suggested presentation relating to a number of large print pages containing points in short 

form as an memory aid. Also, a revised brochure outlining projects and programs, in 

limited numbers, were sent out and finally a number of prepared pamphlets and donation 

envelopes were set as reminders. 

This year a further $20,000.00 has been donated to Medical Research projects. The 

projects that were selected and supported last year received concentrated support and 

made best use of were: Autism, Prostate Cancer, Arthritis and Alzheimers. 

1 respectfully report that the following projects were given our support for 2009: 

a) Dr. Jeanette J. A. Holden, Director, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Queen's 

University for research into the genetics and epidemiology. 

$5,000.00 

b) Dr. Neil Fleshner, Head Division of Urology, University Health Network for 

investigations into the relationship of dietary factors to prostate cancer. 

$5,000.00 

c) Dr. Edward Keystone, Director, Centre for Advanced Therapeutics in Arthritis 

AARC Foundation, University Health Network conducting 

research on 

new treatment modalities. 

$5,000.0 

d) Professor Peter St. George Hyslop, Director, Centre for Neurodegenerative 

diseases University of Toronto. Advance studies of gene effects of Alzheimers. 

$5,000.00 

This is the second year for the Million Dollar Club and is growing in numbers. "ARE 

YOU A MILLIONAIRE?" To date the donations have passed twenty-seven thousand 

dollars (27,000.00) with one hundred and fifty-three (153) members. The Companions for 

a donation of one hundred dollars ($100.00) receive a receipt, an exclusive lapel pin, a 

certificate and enrolled into the Club. Of the one hundred dollars, 3% covers the cost of 

material with the remainder going directly into Release a Miracle. The goal is a Million 

Dollars in the fund enabling self sustaining contributions to our Research Projects. 

We are still a ways from the $1,000,000.00 of Capital Investment. Your Committee, 

Grand Superintendents and Companions will strive to keep this worthwhile project in the 

forefront especially in these times of close finances. 

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Committee by R.Ex.Comp. Maurice (Ted) 

Jenkins, Chairman 



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REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE CONDITION OF CAPITULAR 

MASONRY 



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This report is submitted with the assistance of the 15 District Grand Superintendents. 

The final reports from the Grand Superintendents were well done and have contributed 

greatly in our assessment of the condition of Royal Arch Masonry in Ontario. Again this 

year many topics, both positive and negative, have been noted but as time is limited I will 

thus present a brief summary of the year past. 

Official Visits 

The Grand Superintendent reports indicate that overall the Official Visits went well, with 

proper protocol being observed for all receptions and only a small number of Chapters 

require a rescheduled visit. Chapters are to be commended for the dignity shown by them 

to the Grand Superindents and visitors. I wish to remind Chapters that they are expected 

to confer or exemplify a degree on their Official Visits night. 

Course of Instruction 

A Course of Instruction was to be held by all Districts. Reports indicate that these 

courses were generally well attended with most of the Chapters in each District having 

representation. The Superintendents and their team are to be commended on the 

development and presentation of these interesting courses. 

Membership 

It was again a challenge to keep ahead of membership decline as death, demits and 

amalgamations continue to take their toll. Also some Chapters are struggling to open with 

quorums and attract candidates, and as The Grand Second Principal has said, "a weak 

Chapter does not attract new members". In spite of these negative statements Chapter 

Summonses do indicate that many Chapters are enjoying an increase of candidates eager 

to gain knowledge of the secrets and mysteries of Royal Arch Masonry. It is also 

encouraging to see that the average age of these candidates is getting younger. As age 

continues to creep up on us all it is great to see younger members amongst us. They will 

continue to help us to grow and sustain our Order. If your Chapter is one suffering from 

a lack of new members you might want to consider hosting a Master Mason Night either 

individually or as a District project. These nights allow us to introduce our fellow 

Brethren to the advantages of Royal Arch Masonry and what our Order has to offer. Only 

a few Chapters or Districts have held Master Masons Nights this past year and they have 

yielded positive responses and potential new members. I also encourage the support of 

any Craft Lodge Friend to Friend Nights within your District, remember the greater the 

number of Master Masons we gain the greater the opportunity there is for recruiting new 

Royal Arch Masons. For information on Master Masons Nights contact The Public 

Relations Committee. 

The Work 

This is an area where there is a lot of inconsistency. Some Chapters are doing good work 

and enjoy a good turnout at their meetings, while other Chapters are struggling to open 

with a quorum and put on Degrees. 

Chapters are also having trouble with member turnout at meetings, especially when there 

is no Degree Work or special event evening, keeping in mind no one likes to attend 

meetings if all you do is business. In such cases you might consider a walk through of a 

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Degree while reading aloud from the book of the work each portion of the work or lecture, 

study aloud the mechanics or italic portions of the ritual and encourage questions. Doing 

this will not only create an interesting meeting and generate discussion, but will enable 

members and officers to brush up and keep fresh in your minds the floor work, memory 

work and mechanics of each Degree. This will also enable any of your new membcr(s) 

to learn and understand the ritual work in a relaxed, informative and dignified manner. 

Remember there is no better way to teach than to lead by example. 

You can review the Chapter Officer's Manual and the Protocol & Etiquette Manual at 

a Masonic Education Night. This type of education will help to ensure that all your 

members and Officers are familiar with their duties and responsibilities. I believe you will 

find the three mentioned books important tools necessary to help rebuild your Chapter's 

strength. ..use them.. .review them.. .and read them. 

We must also continue to maintain and support the role of our senior members as 

mentors and draw from their wisdom and experience as they show us how to treat our 

Degrees with dignity and respect. 

Lastly, 1 must again emphasize and encourage all Chapter Officers and Companions, 

young and old, to do GOOD Degree work, and make it a point to memorize your parts 

to the best of your ability. Think back to when you were that candidate and you should 

be reminded of the importance of good work, memorized parts, accurate floor work and 

respect for our Degrees. The ceremonies of advancement, reception and exaltation will 

become lifelong Masonic memories for the new candidate and will leave him with a 

lasting impression of us, our Order and our abilities thus encouraging them to be just like 

us. 

Using these tools and ideas will help strengthen your Chapter and will go a long way to 

restoring dignity and respect to our Order. 

"Let's make that first impression a good one!" 

Communication 

I see communication as having four parts - written, electronic, visual and the spoken 

word. Written, we communicate using the written word by utilizing such medians as the 

monthly summons, the District Trestle Board, the Soapbox, Committee Reports and any 

other form of written correspondence including manuals of which this year there is a new 

or revised welcomed addition. 

In order to better enable Chapter Officers and new members to understand their current 

or future duties, responsibilities and roles, Grand Chapter has put together the latest 

version of the "Chapter Officers Manual". This manual describes the duties and 

responsibilities of each Chapter Officer. This little book is a great Officer tool and when 

combined with the "Book of the Work" and "Protocol and Etiquette Manual" should 

answer almost any question you might have outside of the Constitution. 

These forms of written communication are very important as they keep us as 

Companions up to date and abreast of what is happening in our Chapters, District, Grand 

Chapter and other Jurisdictions. 

Electronic, we have moved forward electronically. Some Companions are now 

beginning to receive and view their summons electronically. Committees continue to 

correspond with members via e-mail, Scribes can obtain necessary forms on demand from 

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our website and the internet enables the research of various topics on demand. 

Visual, our Public Relations Committee continues to use pictures and articles as they 

visually promote Royal Arch Masonry on our website and large display at public events. 

We were again encouraged to relocate, keep track of, update and use our mini displays 

throughout our Districts. Using these displays we can display pictures and articles about 

events, celebrations and charitable presentations pertaining to our Order throughout 

Districts. It is hoped that these visual displays along with our website and public 

expressions of charity will positively advertise Masonry to our communities and 

encourage questions to be asked of us. 

The spoken word becomes important as we answer the questions put to us by others as 

they eagerly enquire about our Order. Always remember, as we speak we inform, as we 

inform we encourage, promote and spark interest and interest will hopefully lead to new 

membership. 

Finally, I would like to thank the Grand Superintendents and their Secretaries for their 

hard work and dedication. With the year behind you I hope your challenges were few and 

your memories many. To the new Grand Superintendents elect, Officers and Companions 

all, remember to make a good impression, promote good work and a positive attitude....be 

Proud to be a Royal Arch Mason! 

Respectfully submitted by R.Ex.Comp. Michael J. Bowman, Grand Third Principal 

Moved by, the Grand Second Principal, seconded by myself, the Grand Third Principal 

that this report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. CARRIED 

REPORT OF THE PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE 

To the Most Excellent, the Grand First Principal, Officers and members of The Grand 



The main concern of the Public Relations committee throughout this year has been to 

establish and maintain a line of communication with the Districts and improve our 

activities to generate exposure to potential candidates. 

The Constitution mandates this Committee will be responsible for the care and showing 

of the film "The Saga of the Holy Royal Arch of Jerusalem", in conjunction with the 

Grand Scribe Ezra. I would like to thank Most Excellent Companion Richard Jackson for 

his assistance and advise as to the completion of this task. The new CD was presented as 

recently as March 17 at Georgian Chapter 56, in conjunction with a Master Mason's 

Night. The disk is old and heavily American but was enjoyed by everybody who 

attended. 

This night was organized by the Officers of Georgian Chapter who in addition to formal 

invitations sent to each Craft Lodge followed up with personal visits and multitude of 

phone calls. This Chapter should be commended for its efforts to further Royal Arch 

Masonry's exposure in this part of the Province. The evening was attended by a number 

of Chapters and a number of potential Royal Arch Masons. The First Principal, Robert 

McCulloch and Second Principal, Jim Paget of Georgian Chapter No. 56 joined 

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R.Ex.Comp. Charles Stewart and myself at the Grand Executive Committee meeting, for 

a little more exposure to the workings of this Grand Chapter. 

WORK...EFFORT...SUCCESS...Simple Formula 

The second objective of this Committee is for the solicitation of contributions, in the 

form of papers and articles as well as editing, publishing and distribution of Public 

Relations material. 

At the last Convocation of Grand Chapter each District was requested to submit the 

name of a Public Relations Chairman who was to make at least two reports of District 

activities, to this Committee. This objective fell sadly short of expectations. We were 

looking for the "Mr. Royal Arch Mason" in each District. A Companion involved in the 

Craft Lodges of his District and on top of all Masonic activities. What Lodges were busy, 

who had candidates but for the most part a Companion who would promote Royal Arch 

Masonry at every opportunity. Be totally involved in Craft Masonry BUT as a Royal Arch 

Mason encourage EVERY Royal Arch Mason to wear his Jewel at every opportunity and 

never avoid an opportunity to promote our Royal Craft. Unfortunately District 

participation was all but non existent. 

NO EFFORT...NO WORK...NO SUCCESS!! 

The Royal Arch Display Booth was used at the Communication of Grand Lodge and at 

the International Plowing Match in Teeswater. 

Efforts were made to update the Mini Display Boards and encourage their use at every 

opportunity. A number of our brochures and pamphlets are being reviewed and will be 

distributed when revised. 

I would like to thank those Companions who assisted this Committee in these activities 

during the past year. There was never a shortage of Companions, ready to assist when 

asked. To them I say a special thanks and extend an offer of our assistance to the 

incoming Public Relations Chairman and Committee Members. 

Respectfully submitted by R.Ex.Comp. H. Daniel Knox, Chairman. 


CARRIED. 


REPORT OF THE WEBMASTER 

To the Most Excellent, the Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of the Grand 

Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario: 


The Grand Chapter website continues to grow and provide information to visitors from 

around the jurisdiction and world wide. In the past year the following items have been 

added and promoted: 

A new section has been opened with information related to the E-mail summons 

program. This area lists the requirements for Chapters to adopt the distribution of 

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summons via e-mail. These requirements basically are that Chapters wishing to take part 

must first participate in a Computer Resources Seminar for the necessary training and 

thereafter obtain dispensation from the Grand First Principal to institute e-mail 

summonses within their Chapter. I am pleased to report that there are 35 Chapters eligible 

in our district as they have taken the required training. 

Since the last Grand Chapter Convocation three districts have applied for an approval 

icon and I am pleased to report that nine of the fifteen districts now have their own 

websites which are linked to the Grand Chapter website. There are also two individual 

Chapters that have been approved. 

I have also had the pleasure of acting on some great suggestions I have received during 

the year for improvement from members of the Grand Executive Committee - we now 

have a page showing items that are available for sale from the Grand Chapter - including 

various publications, jewels and pins. Another page will be put up within the next few 

weeks exhibiting pictures of various items of furniture that is available at the Grand 

Chapter for Chapters in need of replacements. 

Companions - the various forms in use by our Grand Chapter are available for download 

from our Grand Chapter website, but they are not linked off the main page. In order to 

access them, please go to www.royalarchmasons.on.ca/Forms. This address is easily 

remembered as it is the same as our Grand Chapter website address but with "/Forms" 

with a capital "F" at the end of the address. The forms are not linked off the page as the 

website is open to every cowan out on the internet. 

Respectfully submitted by R.Ex.Comp. Paraag Suchak, Webmaster. 



STATISTICAL REPORTS 

DEATHS - 2008 

2-Leonard Martin Huget, John Alexander Johnston, Paul Wilkinson, William Reid 

Donkin, Richard Lee Crawford 3-Harold Wesley Nichols, Philip James Gale, Murray 

Elwood Harrison, Alfred Philip George Brown 6-Shane Michael Watson 7-Paul Price, 

Clarence A Faulkner, Thomas Stewart Hay, Herbert Gregory Teed, Albert Lome Foley, 

Allan Nobes, William John McMechan, Walter Swan, James T Freeman 8-James George 

Saunders, John Philo McLaughlin, Walter Robert Anderson, William Morrison Reiach 

15-Donald Landon Ivey MacDonald, William Wayne Emmett 16-David RG Saunders, 

Riddell William Alexander 18-James Bromiley, Russell Piper, Thomas James Boniface, 

Kenneth George Witty, John Galliford Parfrey 1 9-William Henry Rudge, George Wallace 

Corbin, Murray Downes Corbin, George Manoogian, Michael Walornyj, Thomas Samuel 

Cairns 20-William Robertson 22-Walter Robert Anderson, Louie Ludwig Boczy 23- 

Norman James Hill, Colin Gordon Sutherland, Claude Laverne Edge, Barrie Newton 24- 

John Seiger Whyte, Frank Stewart Jenner 26-James Heffel, Walter Swan, Ralph Bell 27- 

John Richards, James Horsburgh 28-William John Burch, Charles Clive Sleeman, Gordon 

Robert Kelly, Allin James Hewis 29-Raymond Russell Reece, George Edward Robertson 

3 1 -Clare Arnold McFaul 36-Reginal Kenneth Burns, Conrad Austin Dafoe, Elmer Peter 

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Friesen, Robert John Robson 37-Alan Sumners 40-Norval Richard Richards, William 

Robertson Sivier, Edward Williams 44-William John Finlay, John Robert Wagar, David 

Moulton 53-James Harold Towle, Frederick B Seager, Alvin Henry Wanner, John Kucera 

54-Edgar Glen Rooke, Donald Walter Thomas, Roland Frederick Wood, Max Allison, 

Jack Tattersall 55-Norman Ring, Sidney E Wheat 56-Richard Reginald McKennitt, David 

Morris Watt 59-Frederick David Duke Rice, Dennis McGarr, Michael Pearson 6 1 -Gordon 

Oswald Wickenden 64-Eric Grundy, William J Coleman 71 -Christopher George Smith, 

Walter Allan McNeilly, William Perjul, Lionel Leon Lajoie 73-David Luke Lindsay 74- 

Gordon Kettlewell, Robert Patterson, Angus Falconer, John Carmen Patterson 75-Lachlan 

Rupert McKersie, John Philip Goulding 77-Thomas Kenneth Walters, Ian Calixte 

MacDonald 78-David Robert Earl Steeper 79-William Hine, Jan Auseklis Jansons, 

William Lewis Doherty 81 -Larry Mark Rabbits, Arthur Joseph Lee, Donald Walter 

Thomas Durkin 82-Russell Robert Mableson, James Brian McLeod, Edward L Martin, 

Rudolf Marquardt 83-Keith Burnside 88-John Kucera 91 -Clare Howes 94-Neil Irwin 

Brown, Robert Graham Parker, Louis Balint 95-Ronald Alvain Green 1 02-Charles Robert 

Gilbraith 104-Ross MacDonald Campbell 1 14-Kenneth Erroll Parks, Douglas Hamilton 

Stringer 1 17- Harold Wesley Nichols 1 19-Donald Albert Robinson, Frank Larry Wood 

130-Donald Clarence McGillivray 133-Arnold Ralph Shepherd 134-RobertE Luke 138- 

Hans Emil Metzger, Bernard Whistance Spencer, Ervine Robert Wood, Paul Ethlbert 

Cleal, John Cairney 145-Geoffrey Thomas G Scott, Victor Alexander Mclntyre 148-Dean 

Kelly 150-Samuel Elvin, Allan Stewart Kilgour, Ronald James Smith, James Graham 

Carroll, Clarence James Montag, Benson Walter Bebee, Frederick Ernest Williams, 

Daniel David Baer, Alvin Sylvester Gordon, Frank Reginald McNutt, Ronald James 

Sheils, William Matthew Smith, John Galliford Parfrey, William John Wyborn 152- 

William Andrew McQuaker, Rudolf Marquardt 153-John Kucera 167-David Fraces 

Powell, William Bannister, Wayne D Cowdery 168-Denis Clifford Lunn 184-Thomas 

Lillie 

195-Charles L Royce, Todd Barrow Armstrong, James A Hewson 198-Walter 

Marshall Connor 205-Maurice Alan Mahood, Raymond Charles Purslow, Kenneth Walter 

Heans 2 1 0-Norman Douglas Warner, Manfred Pipejohn 212-Fred Sheldon, Ned Austin, 

David (Rabbi) Monson, Gordon Albert Down, Michael Currie Donaghy, Gerald 

Lipperman, Walter Roberts, John Craig Honan 215-James T Freeman, Gordon Albert 

Down 220-Joseph William Fordham, Robert Arnold Robertson 222-Lloyd Cherry, John 

Albert Handley, John Hamilton Ferguson 224-Robert Burns Ross, Eugene John Bartus, 

Robert John Showkenik 226-Raymond Ernest Hughes 227-Russell Robert Mableson 230- 

Roy A Young, Henry Burton Holland, Cecil Lachoo 232-Douglas Thornley 233-A1 A 

Numminen, Peter William Scott 236-Douglas Anson Tomlinson 249-Joseph A Barton 

250-William Rae Gorman 252-William Ellis Andrews, John Stewart Reid, William Rae 

Gorman 254-Ronald Stewart Dawes 255-Sidney George Card, RN Clare McBride, Ross 

W Thompson, Max Allison Dennis 257-Alexander Sandy Glagow 261 -Frank Hyman, 

Frank Kenneth Thomas, Charles Arthur John Johnson, Thomas Andrew Duncan 264- 

Cecil Meredith Shaw 267-Thomas Stewart Hay, Clarence A Faulkner, Paul Price. 

DEMITTED - 2008 

1-Leon Michael Coyle, Timothy John Ford 2-William Ronald Gater 3-William Morris 

White6-Brian Alexander Tisdale, David Gibson, Sr 7-William Rudolph Hennig, Elmer 

Raymond Coulter 8-Nigel Burnl6-James O Pittis, John Henry Hogg, AJ Pendragon, 

Blake Kelly 18-Claude Joseph Roach, Raymond Lawrence Dobbs, John Allan Lynes, 

James Muir 1 9-Norman Pemberton, Peter Wilhelm 22-Walter Theodore Bulbeck, Douglas 

Graham C Casselman 23-Stanley Walter Holden, Mark Hagen 26-Lewis Goodchild, 

David Gordon Pyatt, John Schneider, Robert Wayne Mackey, Mackenzie Kerr, John 

Julien Landry, Alex Johnston, Louis Irwin Hickey 27-David Mazur 28-Ronald E Leduc, 

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Darrell Firth 29-Kenneth Gavin Bell, John Alexander Toll, Robert Glen Steven 3 1 -Allan 

Roy Capon, James Harry Leavitt, Mario Vacira, John Anthony Delia Bosca 32-Alex 

Finlayson, Harry Daniel Knox, Chester McComb, Stephen Cooper 36-Stanley James 

Foskett, Andrew Philip Gray 40-John Ingles Wood Millar, John McCusker 44-Clarence 

Alfred Markle 46-John A McDonald 47-Richard Patrick Francis, Arthur R Semmler, Dale 

Thornton Dean 55-Robert Winston Irvine, Norman Pemberton 56-David Ross Tannahill 

59-Joseph Bernard Carney, Ronald Douglas Edgley, Peter Austin Alexander, Robert 

Crawshaw 63-Terrence Pook 64-Ian Robert Grundy, Bruce Reid Fraser 67-Howard 

Douglas Hilborn, John Alfred Leonard 68-Robert William Parnell, Jack Smith 71 -John 

Edward Worrell, J Gerrard Godin 73 -Donald Edward Grey 74-Gerald Bender 77- 

Alexander Parker, Alexander Forbes, Clayton John Shibley, Chas Alexander McGregor, 

Charles William Ambrose, Charles Brown, Brian McAteer, Donald Henry Youngblut, 

William S Sinclair, Michael Stephenson 78-George Howard Allison, Daniel Elvin 

MacDonald, Jerone Harold Clements 79-John Thomas Thorne, Anthony George Malcolm, 

Edward Roy Harrison, Joseph Harrison, James Baird 8 1 -Murray Sarson, William Robert 

James Laycock, Lloyd Douglas Rodgers 82-David Edward Norrish 83-William Henry 

Baker, Kenneth George Lee, Steve Clayton Burnell 24-Charles H Thomas, Tom Miller 

90-Ross Clifford Hoegi 94-Douglas C Trivett 95-Frederick Cameron Shortts 102- 

Frederick Russell Konkin, Graydon William Sharpe, Gordon Edward McMinn, Brent 

Halford 104-Philip Skivington, Thomas Henry Cowman, Peter Edmund Dennis Ribbins, 

Michael Alan Trax 1 10-Robert Paul Jolliffe, Frank William Groves 1 14-Merrill Warren, 

John WA McGonegal 1 1 7-John Arthur Lloyd Slack, Henning Grumme, Derek John 

Wildfong, Glen Russell Weatherdon 119-Arthur George Heartfield, John Alexander 

Armstrong, John McKinlay 1 30-George Sneddon Leishman, William Grant Kealey, Ward 

Roosevelt Cox 1 3 1 -Larry John McMillan, Kenneth Allan Hopkins 1 33-Robert Lawrence 

Tate 1 3 8-Gordon Elliot Duncan 146-Michael James Edward Brightling 148-Nield George 

Barnes, Kenneth Breeson 150-Charles Ernest Redman, Paul Garfield Smith, James 

Alexander McConnell, James Tarrance Currie 152-Alan McGregor Tibbetts 155-Steven 

Matthews 1 75-Miller McArthur, Stewart Alexander 1 84-Gregory Faraday, Thomas Oliver 

Jeacock 195-John Alan Klyn 198-Theodore Stanley Doran, Donald Dixon Groves, 

Gordon Gotthart Roehner 205-Ronald G Meyers, A Nezam Soltanzadeh, Franklin Kordell 

Bishop 210-Nizar Shureih 212-Benjamin Geisler, Edward Stewart, Raymond Wong, 

Charles Edwin Drew 220-Albert C Chatland, Bruce Dyer, Joseph A D'Ettore, Dominic 

Triumbari, Saad Fair, Michael Sloukji 221- Campbell, McCracken, Kenneth McBride, 

David Rose McCallum, Charles S Glasspool 222-Gert Jan Hagenaars 224-Dale Edgar 

Devins 226-Brian Samuel Parker 230-Thomas Harry Miller, Guy Kinzett, Douglas 

Wilden Gordon 23 3 -Gordon Stuart McHallam, Lennan Hughes 234-Eric Arthur Shields, 

James Blair 23 6-William Stanfield, Alex Cree 248-James Francis 249-Duane John Beers, 

William Gillespie Sinclair 252-Anthony A Gerrits 254-John Alexander Baird 257-Conrad 

Golden Brown, James Stanley Ramsay, Perry Lewis Leeson, Milford Keith Varey, 

William Harry Martin, AlanRichard Lloyd 264- Joseph Inglott. 

SUSPENDED - 2008 

6-Donald Ellis, Raymond (Rajko) Djurdjevic, Larry George Davey 7-Gordon Bronson, 

James Robert Smith 15 -Kenneth Stephen Coulis 16-John Redican, David Frederick 

Woodman, Lawrence Leahy 20-Brian Robert Adlam, Timothy Newell John Gerbrandt, 

Michael Charles McEachern 23-Mervin Orland Hurst, Alan Stanley Jackson 28-John 

Edwin Michael, Dennis Dmytro Urbanski, Douglas Louis Bell, John Harvey Wilson, 

Joseph Carmichael, William Ross Willard, Edward Riddell, Aubrey Pereira 29-Mike 

Sipos, William Cummings, Peter N Scarr 32-David A Kennedy, Frederick Orra Ball, Paul 

Bikash 40-Christopher Roy Brown 47-Thomas Hendry 48-Arthur Mitchell Rice 54-Ross 

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Alexander Winger, Anthony (Tony) Johnson) 55-Robert John Ure 63-David Kenneth 

Tatum, Craig Edward Walker, Bradley Richard Fenton 68-Larry Walter Cousins 71- 

William George Beaton, Ronald J Cavanagh, David Frederick Woodman, Jamal Zeid 

Nasser, Paul Bikash, Harold Holmes 77-Dennis Melnik, Robert John Miller, Juan Jose 

Delmas, Ayoub Ayoub, Lowell Hendricks, Jesse Andrews 79-David Bruce Strapko, Troy 

Spinney, Andrew Ecklund, James Paterson 82-Fredrick James Solly 83-Ronald Joseph 

Del Rizzo 90-Brian Craig Saunders, Hugh William Clifford 95-Taisto Eilomaa, Scott 

Allan Smith 114-Frank Charles Murray, Frederick David Barber, Ralph Edward 

Bradburn, Kirk Thomas Bailey, Jamie L Casvasin, Shamus Hepworth C Green, Alder 

William Couglan 1 1 9-David Frederick Woodman 1 3 1 -Michael William Murphy 1 34-John 

Harvey Wilson, Edward Riddell 1 3 8-Richard Benjamin, Vladimir Vasques DeJesus, Elias 

Karailias 1 50-Kevin Cromack 1 95-Alexander Sidney Forrester 2 1 2-John Malcolm Shiell, 

Terry McKavanagh, Adam Feldman, Yitzchat Ben-Shabbat 223-John Hubert Wilkes 230- 

Marwan Zogheib249-Allan Oscar Devonish, 25 7-Robert Harold Golloher, Derek Quesnal 

261 -William Ross Willard 264-Andrew Nigel McClellan. 

REINSTATED - 2008 

6-Joseph Alexander McLucas, Gerald Edward Watt 15 -Joseph Michael Taylor 16- 

Layton Frederick Peck 29-Mike Sipos, Leonard Tufford 34-Stephen Maxwell Jagoe 40- 

Gary Wayne Saunders 54-Harold Long 55-Robert John Ure 56-Robert Edwin Morrill 67- 

Mark John Brunarski 71-B Patrick Chartier, David Wilkinson 82- Charles Henderson, 

Robert Douglas Gregory 94-Peter J Earl 1 30- John Richard Hamilton 1 33-James William 

John 248-John Arthur Bradley 261 -Donald Edwin Bruce Hall. 

DELEGATES IN ATTENDANCE 2009 

1-R Winfield, D Zwicker, David W Holton, Roland Paddle, Douglas Stitt, Richard 

Bjerkness, John Schaeffer 3-Bob Milliken, Robert Wakefield, Charles Crow 6-Desmond 

Washer, Leslie Levitt, George Clifford 8-David Dainard 15-Lorne J Bourrie, Arthur D 

Payne 1 6-Ralph Boone, Gordon Hutcheson, Brian Vansickle 1 8-Michael Bowman, Allan 

Petrisor; Richard Hryniw 19-Brett Dickinson, James Cairns, William Klapatiuk, Harry 

Turner 20-David Pass, Ronald Stinson, Thomas Warner 22-Maurice Jenkins 23 -D Smout, 

Wm Rowling 28-Alan Williams, William Esplen, Robert McKelvie, George Robbins, 

Colin Skilling 29-Brent Forsyth, Christopher Frere, JR Douglas Wilson, John W Hart, 

Robert McMaster, Joseph Hodgen, Arthur Etling 3 1 -Donald A King, Ronald Carter, Steve 

Zwilling, Donald Gillis 32-G Morgan, B Turnbull, D Kaufman 34-David Ross, Rodney 

Purdy 36-Robert A Keay, John R Stiles, Tom A Mortlock 40-William Marshall 48-Dana 

Thomas, Alan Newton, John Beedham 54-Richard Jackson 55-MacAllister Home, 

Bernard Nehring 56-Dan Knox 59-Max Farrelly, Ralph Miller, Garry Todd 61 -Daniel 

Glenney, Rod Haufe, Dieter Jeschor 63-Ted Brown 64-James Elliott, Sean Fuller, Barry 

Douglas, Tom Jeacock, Greg Faraday 68-Andrew Graham 71 -Paul Hooper 74-Richard 

Collier, John Rowe, Fred Payne, John Howden 75-Nick Ellis, Ed Evans, Ed Ramsbottom 

77-Eric Bessler, Donald Clarke 79-Leo Smith, Joe Chamberlain, David Phelan, I Nichols, 

R. Boal, A McLelland, R Johnson, G Vardy, F Garvin 81 -Fred Ford, Bil Segui 84-Denis 

Langridge 94-Stanley Irvine 95-John W McGill 102-Daniel Raycroft, Richard 

McCutcheon 103-Thomas McParland, Andrew Grant, Michael Millard, Norman Coutts, 

Douglas Ball, Randy DeFreitas 104-Gary P Humes, Jeffrey Baker, Paraag Suchak, Errol 

MacKenzie, Shavak Madon, James Shaw 1 10-Victor Dawson 1 14-Edward Poole 1 17- 

George A Napper 130-Raymond Devaul 131-Stewart Charles, Arthur Haley 134-Hugh 

Kernohan, Ronald Bivens 138-Bob Young 148-John Moor 150-Alan Mills, Brian Peck, 

Edward Burt, Charles Warder, Donald Epps, Len Reeves, Lawrie Cousins 155-Steven 

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Stewart, Jonathan Stewart, Peter Maley 167-John Lidstone, William Lidstone, Harold 

Belfry 175-David Beland 184-Doug Lauder, John Perham 195-Guenther Gahs, Ian Jess, 

W Donald Laycock, Austin Jackson, R Frank Russell, Roland Mandeville 198-Frank 

Richardson, Dale Plant 205-Barry Jones, Brian Stapley 212-Eric H Lakien, E Roy 

Harrison, Robert EH Takeda, John M Collier 213-Kian Jensen 220-GR Barker, P 

Monkman, MJ Duke, CG Sinclair, DF Kline, A Donovan 221 -David Wilde 222-Les 

Richardson, Brian Griffin, D Gary Gossling, Joseph Marshall 223-R Clemence 224- 

Robert Todd, Sydney Henhawk 226-Daniel Lepage 230-Milorad Krstic, 

William P 

Giroux, William W Holden, Gordon J Carr, Raivo Tahiste, Andres R Penaflor, Donald 

F Craig, Donald V Ross, Edwin J Carr, Gordon J Carr 232-Prince Selvaraj, Michael 

Boland, Alan McDonald, Harry Turner 233-Peter Nuttall, Raymond Beverley 234- 

Thomas Massena, Rod Taylor 236-Dennis Hill, J Peter Morris, Glen Harvey, Louis 

Leousis 248-G James Bonney, James Hill, Edward Poole 249-Randy Thompson, Merion 

Griffiths, Kenneth Bromley 252-Wm AR McKee 255-Alan Wittet, Max Meharg 257- 

Robert Prout, G Henry Handsley, Kenneth R Pierce 261 -David Mahon, David P Hardie. 

GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS COMMITTEE 

To the Most Excellent and Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of The Grand 



This year your Committee has had to deal with one matter brought before it. This was 

a rejection of a nomination for Grand Chapter Office on the basis that it had not been 

received by Grand Chapter Office by the mode of deliveries specified in Section 1 8 of our 

Constitution. 

This section clearly states that nominations to be received must be by registered mail or 

by hand delivery at the Grand Chapter office. No other means is permitted. 

Unfortunately, in the matter at hand, the nomination was sent by courier service. It is the 

view of the Committee that this 

appeal cannot be allowed. Although, amending this 

section of the Constitution has been discussed on a number of occasions, the section is 

still in full force and affect and must be adhered to. 

Over the years there have been numerous instances of noncompliance which 

unfortunately have led to the result of nominations being rejected. 

Your Committee is of the view that the Constitution, as written, is clear and that each 

Companion seeking nomination to Grand Executive or any other position must be deemed 

to be aware of what the provisions of it are. Accordingly, we reject this appeal. 

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Committee by R.Ex.Comp. David E. Jacklin, 

Chairman 


report be received and approved for printing in the proceedings. CARRIED 

50

REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE 

ON THE GRAND FIRST PRINCIPAL'S ADDRESS 


Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario: 


Your Committee on the Grand First Principal's Address to this our 151 st 

Convocation, 

had the opportunity to review that Address. 

We noted his comment that the Craft Lodge of Prince Hall of Ontario and Quebec has 

been recognized by the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario and that 

visitation is encouraged. 

In the matter of Royal Arch Charities, we note his concern that donations to Medical 

Research and Bursaries are facing some difficult economic times and everyone is feeling 

the pinch. The Student Bursary Awards assist students facing rising educational costs. 

We were pleased to learn that the Manual for Chapter Officers has been updated and 

printed and is now available. 

Once again, The Grand First Principal has had to report his disappointment in the failure 

of a number of Chapters to submit their Annual Returns in accordance with the 

Constitution. 

The Grand First Principal has had to report, once more, on the problems of Nomination 

Papers being filed incorrectly. He expressed his hope that the Constitution Amendments 

before this Convocation will reduce any future confusion in those filings. 

He reported on one successful Amalgamation, the decision of two other Chapters to 

discontinue Amalgamation discussions, and two other Chapters entering into such 

discussions. 

We note with concern the number of Chapters involved in Trusteeship. However, it 

appears that there is some evidence that with the assistance and involvement of a number 

of dedicated Companions, including Chapter members, this area of concern is, in some 

instances, being successfully addressed. 

We note the recommendation that Grand Chapter confer an Honourary Membership in 

the Grand Executive Committee, and we concur with the recommendation. 

Your Committee congratulates the Grand First Principal for his dedication and 

outstanding leadership to this Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in the 

Province of Ontario. 

All of which is respectfully submitted on behalf of the Committee, R.Ex.Comps. Eric 

H. Lakien, J. William Lidstone, and V.Ex.Comps.. Grant H. Armstrong and Donald H. 

Mumby. 



51

REPORT OF THE GRAND ARCHIVIST 

To the Most Excellent, the Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of the Grand 

Chapter of Royal Arch Masons in the Province of Ontario. 


With reference to the Grand Chapter Storage Room located in the basement ofthe Grand 

Lodge building in Hamilton, Ontario, I enclose a short report of the status of the furniture 

as of the first day of March 2009. All the furniture has been personally inspected as to the 

condition of each item and a digital picture has been taken of most items which will be 

on the Royal Arch Website in the near future. This will become available to all Chapters 

seeking to replace any aging furniture. 

It is recommended that when we receive new records, furniture, regalia, etc. from any 

of the Chapters, that it shall be inspected, a digital picture taken for future records and 

then stored properly as space is limited. 

Some items have been passed to various Chapters as requested if items were available. 

Respectfully submitted by V.Ex.Comp. Tim Corrin, Grand Archivist. 

Moved by the Grand Second Principal, Seconded by the Grand Third Principal that this 

CARRIED 

report be received and be approved for printing in the Proceedings. 

PRESENTATION OF THE WILLIAM S THOMSON TROPHY 

M.Ex.Comp. Paddle called upon the Grand Scribe Ezra to advise the Companions of the 

awarded to the Chapter with the 

winner of the William S Thomson Trophy, which is 

greatest percentage increase in membership. 

Second Runner Up - Kitchener Chapter No. 117 - 5.6% 

First Runner Up - The Hamilton Chapter No. 175 - 6.7% 

This year's winner - King Cyrus Chapter No. 232 - with 1 1.3% 

After congratulating the Companions and the Chapter M.Ex.Comp. Paddle accompanied 

by the other Grand Council members presented the trophy to the winner. 

GRAND CHAPTER CALLED OFF 

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Grand Chapter from labour to refreshment until 8:30 a.m. in the morrow. 

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GRAND CHAPTER SUPERINTENDENTS 2009, THEIR SECRETARIES 

AND DISTRICT CHAPTERS 

DISTRICT No 1 

RExComp WAR (Bill) McKee 

622 Bristol Street Sarnia ON N7S 5E1 519-383-7191 

ExComp John B Bourrie 

916 Ennisclaire Drive Sarnia ON N7V 3G7 519-344-4732 

15 Wawanosh Sarnia 47 Wellington-MacNabb.. . Chatham 

53 Bruce Petrolia 71 Windsor Windsor 

73 Erie-Blenheim Ridgetown 119KingCyrus Leamington 

DISTRICT No 2 

RExComp Edward (Ted) James Burt 

1313 Elson Road London ON N6G 5R1 

Ex.Comp. Chris Peck 

82 Elm Street Brantford ON N3R 4V2 

3 St. John's & St. George's. . London 

18 Oxford-Harris Ingersoll 

54 Palestine St. Thomas 78 Minnewawa Ravenswood 

81 Aylmer Aylmer 150 The St. Andrew-London London 

255 Tillsonburg Tillsonburg 

DISTRICT No 3 

RExComp Grahame William Booker 

139 Blair Road Cambridge ON N1S 2J2 

ExComp Colin C Heap 

220-5 Salisbury Avenue Cambridge ON N1S 1K5 

24 Tecumseh Stratford 

46 South Perth Mitchell 

84 Lebanon Wingham 

32 Cambridge Cambridge 

67 Enterprise Palmerston 

1 17 Kitchener Waterloo 

146 Bernard Listowel 

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DISTRICT No 4 

RExComp Charles P Stewart 

799 Howdenvale Rd RR 1 Mar ON NOH 1X0 

ExComp Murray Robins 

Box 280 Wiarton ON NOH 2T0 

27 Manitou Collingwood 

63 Havelock Kincardine 

131 Amabel Wiarton 

56 Georgian Owen Sound 

130 Chantry Port Elgin 

221 Durham Durham 

DISTRICT No 5 

RExComp Donald Gerald Clarke 

2643 Spruce Needle Drive Mississauga ON L5L 1M8 

ExComp Louis N Jansurik 

38-2020 South Milway Mississauga ON L5L 1K2 

40 Guelph Guelph 

77 Occident Streetsville 

104 White Oak Oakville 

230 Port Credit Port Credit 

75 St. Clair Milton 

83 Headwater Orangeville 

195 Orion Brampton 

234 Halton Georgetown 

DISTRICT No 6 

RExComp William Robert Rowling 

15 Southridge Road Tillsonburg ON L4G 5T8 

ExComp Dale Smout 

22 Ormond Crescent Simcoe ON N3Y 1Y2 

2 The Hiram Hamilton 

20 Brant-Mount Horeb Paris 

155 Ancaster Ancaster 

224 Keystone Stoney Creek 

6 St. John's Stoney Creek 

23 Regal-Ezra Simcoe 

175 The Hamilton Hamilton 

236 Caledonia Caledonia 

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DISTRICT No 7 

RExComp Douglas Gordon Lauder 

3235 Bethune Avenue Ridgeway ON LOS 1N0 

ExComp Richard Simpson 

2001 Niagara Parkway Fort Erie ON L2A 5M4 

19 Mount Moriah. . . St. Catharines 

55 Niagara. . . Niagara-on-the-Lake 

29 McCallum Dunnville 

64 Willson Welland 

184 Hugh Murray Fort Erie 

DISTRICT No 8 

RExComp Ian David Nichols 

51 Lyall Avenue Toronto ON M4E 1W1 

VExComp Kenneth A Hunter 

10 Conlins Road Toronto ON MIC 1C3 

8 King Solomon Scarborough 

91 Toronto Antiquity. . . . Toronto 

205 Victoria Thornhill 

224 Keystone Stoney Creek 

79 Orient Scarborough 

138 Shekinah Toronto 

220 Lebanon Etobicoke 

236 Caledonia Caledonia 

DISTRICT No 9 

RExComp Michael Francis Boland 

106-4 Welsford Gardens Don Mills ON M3A 2P5 

ExComp Alan W McDonald 

19 Samson Crescent Scarborough ON M1G 1N2 

34 Signet Barrie 145 The St. Patrick.. . New Market 

167 Kichikewana. Victoria Harbour 198 Couchiching Orillia 

212 Mount Sinai.. . . Richmond 

Hill 232 King Cyrus Stouffville 

261 Seguin Parry Sound 264 Tecumseth Tottenham 

68

Carleton 

DISTRICT No 10 

RExComp Robert Alexander Keay 

198 Barnardo Ave Peterborough ON K9H 5V5 

ExComp John R Stiles 

630 Parkhill Rd West Peterborough ON K9J 6N6 

28 Pentalpha Oshawa 

37 Victoria Port Hope 

36 Corinthian Peterborough 

48 St. John's Cobourg 

94 Midland Lindsay 

233 Oakwood Pickering 

134 King Darius Sutton 

249 Palestine Bowmanville 


RExComp David William Holton 

5636 C Bedford Rd, Sydenham ON KOH 2T0 

ExComp Raymond Winfield 

890 Queen Street Gananoque ON K7G 2B6 

1 Ancient Frontenac & 

Cataraqui 

Kingston 

7 Quinte Friendship 

Moira 

Belleville 

26 Presqu'ile-St. Mark's. . Brighton 

44 Mount Sinai Napanee 

3 1 Prince Edward Picton 

110 Warkworth Warkworth 

168 Ionic Havelock 


RExComp Ralph Harold Miller 

RR #3 Brockville ON K6V 5T3 

ExComp Donald R Moore 

525 Jowsey McLean Rd RR #3 Brockville ON K6V 7B8 

22 Grenville Prescott 59 Sussex-St. LawrenceBrockville 

61 Maple-Granite. . 

Place 1 14 Sanhedrin Renfrew 

133 St. Francis Smith Falls 226 Prince of Wales Perth 

248 Dochert Arnprior 

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RExComp Brian W Griffin 

1025 Cahill Drive West, Ottawa ON K1V 9J1 

ExComp Leslie Richardson 

1533 Beaconsfield, Orleans ON K1E 1R3 

16 Carleton Ottawa 68 Maitland Kemptville 

148 St. John's Vankleek Hill 210 Kitchener Richmond 

222 Ottawa Ottawa 


RExComp Kian A Jensen 

P.O. Box 37, South Porcupine ON PON 1H0 

ExComp Byron Miller 

P.O. Box 1229 South Porcupine ON PON 1H0 

95 Tuscan Sudbury 102 Algonquin. . . Sault Ste. Marie 

103 St. John's North Bay 169 Temiskaming Haileybury 

213 Northern Lights Timmins 223 Abitibi Timmins 

257 Espanola Espanola 


RExComp Warren O Copeland 

Box 31, Site 118, RR#1, Dryden ON P8N 2Y4 

VexComp Andrew Skene 

217 Casimire Ave, Dryden ON P8N 2J1 

82 Shuniah Thunder Bay 

90 Golden Kenora 

254 Golden Star Dryden 

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GRAND CHAPTER CALLED ON 

At 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 4 th , 2009 the Grand First Principal directed the Grand 

Principal Sojourner to call the Grand Chapter from refreshment to labour. 

REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE 



Most Excellent Sir and Companion 

The Committee of Credentials take great pleasure in presenting the following report: 

Number of Chapters 100 

Number of Chapters represented 75 

Number of Chapters represented by proxy 3 

Number of Chapters represented by Past Principals only 45 

Number of Chapters not represented 25 

Number of Delegates present 209 

Total Number of Ballots 

Spoiled Ballots 

Number of Chapters Denied Vote 2 


R.Ex.Comp. Michael J Bowman, Grand Third Principal that this report be received and 

approved for printing in the proceedings. 

CARRIED. 

REPORT OF THE SCRUTINEER COMMITTEE 

To the Most Excellent Grand First Principal, Officers and Members of The Grand 


Most Excellent Sir and Companion 

The Committee of Scrutineers take great pleasure in presenting the results of the 

elections held at this Grand Chapter. 




Ex.Comp. George Clifford 

Nominations Rejected 

Ex.Comp. Ronald Herbert Bivens 

Grand Executive Committee members acclaimed; 

V. Ex.Comp. Alan Donovan 

R.Ex.Comp. Barry Leslie Jones 

R.Ex.Comp. Robert Joseph McMaster 

R.Ex.Comp. David Robert Pass 

V. Ex.Comp. John William Richel 


R.Ex.Comp. Michael J Bowman that this report be received and approved for printing in 

the proceedings. CARRIED. 

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1 

OFFICERS INSTALLED 

M.Ex.Comp. Gifford announced that the time had arrived for the Ceremony of 

Installation and Investiture of Officers of this Grand Chapter for the ensuing year. Under 

the direction of M.Ex.Comp. R Frank Russell, the newly elected officers were installed 

according to ancient custom. M.Ex.Comp. Roland Allen Paddle then proceeded to 

announce the Appointed Officers of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada 

in the Province of Ontario. 

M.Ex.Comp. Roland Allen Paddle 


1675 Shore Road, Kingston ON K7L 5H6 

R.Ex.Comp. Roland Patrick Mandeville 

Grand Second Principal 

36 Sapphire Crescent, Brampton ON L6Z 4M4 

R.Ex.Comp. Michael Jon Bowman 

Grand Third Principal 

134 Skye Street, Ingersoll ON N5C 2P8 

R.Ex.Comp. William Arthur Robert McKee Grand Superintendent - District 1 

622 Bristol Street, Sarnia ON N7S 5E1 

R.Ex.Comp. Edward ( Ted ) Burt Grand Superintendent - District 2 

1313 Elson Road, London ON N6G 5R1 

R.Ex.Comp. Grahame William Booker Grand Superintendent - District 3 

139 Blair Road, Cambridge ON N1S 2J2 

R.Ex.Comp. Charles Phillip Stewart Grand Superintendent - District 4 

799 Hwdenvale Road, Mar ON NOH 1X0 

R.Ex.Comp. Donald Gerald Clarke Grand Superintendent - District 5 

2643 Spruce Needle Drive, Mississauga ON L5L 1M8 

R.Ex.Comp. William Rowling Grand Superintendent - District 6 

15 Southridge Road, Tillsonburg ON N4G 5T8 

R.Ex.Comp. Douglas Gordon Lauder Grand Superintendent - District 7 

3235 Bethune Avenue, Ridgeway ON LOS 1N0 

R.Ex.Comp. Ian David Nichols Grand Superintendent - District 8 

51 Lyall Avenue, Toronto ON M4E 1W1 

R.Ex.Comp. Michael Francis Boland Grand Superintendent - District 9 

106-4 Welsford Gardens, Don Mills ON M3A 2P5 

R.Ex.Comp. Robert Alexander Keay Grand Superintendent - District 10 

198 Barnardo Avenue, Peterborough ON K9H 5V5 

R.Ex.Comp. David William Holton Grand Superintendent - District 1 

5636C Bedford Road, Sydenham ON KOH 2T0 

R.Ex.Comp. Ralph Harold Miller Grand Superintendent - District 12 

1348 Hallecks Road, RR 3, Brockville ON K6V 5T3 

R.Ex.Comp. Brain Wayne Griffin Grand Superintendent - District 13 

1025 Cahill Drive West, Ottawa ON K1V 9J1 

R.Ex.Comp. Kian Attwood Jensen Grand Superintendent - District 14 

PO Box 37, 1 14 Spillenaar Street, South Porcupine ON PON 1H0 

R.Ex.Comp. Warren Orville Copeland Grand Superintendent - District 15 

R.Ex.Comp. Sidney James Maddock 

Box 3 1 , Site 1 1 8, RR 1 , Dryden ON P8N 2Y4 

Grand Chaplain 

33 Hastings Drive, RR 3, Woodland Beach ON LOL IPO 

R.Ex.Comp. Shavak Russy Madon 

Grand Treasurer 

375 Poplar Drive, Oakville ON L6J 4E3 

M.Ex.Comp. Richard James Jackson 


44310 Ferguson Line, RR 8, St Thomas ON N5P 3T3 

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Grand Scribe Ezra Emeritus 


R.Ex.Comp. George Clifford 


44 Gordon Street, Hamilton ON L8L 3H2 

R.Ex.Comp. George Ernest Robbins 


R.Ex.Comp. Ronald Herbert Bivens 

1177 Windermere Court, Oshawa ON L 1 H 1 V 


804-200 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton ON L9C 7M7 

GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 

HONOURARY 

R.Ex.Comp. David Edward Jacklin (2 Years) P.O. Box 1421, Blenheim ON NOP 1 A0 

ELECTED 2009 

R.Ex.Comp. Alan Donovan 

38 Lesmar Drive, Toronto ON M9B 2V2 

R.Ex.Comp. Barry Leslie Jones 90 Northwood Drive, Willowdale ON M2M 2K 

R.Ex.Comp. Robert Joseph McMaster 288 Russ Road, Grimsby ON L3M 4E7 

R.Ex.Comp. David Robert Pass 266 Connaught Avenue, Delhi ON N4B 1L4 

R.Ex.Comp. John William Richel 1 1 Maidstone Crescent, Brampton ON L6S 2Z4 

ELECTED 2008 

R.Ex.Comp. Michael William Channing 56 Kingsford Court, Kanata ON K2K 1T7 

R.Ex.Comp. Guy Henry Handsley 

148 Watson Court, Garson ON P3L 1 K7 

R.Ex.Comp. Maurice Edward ( Ted) Jenkins R.R. No. 2, Prescott ON K0E 1T0 

R.Ex.Comp. Arthur David Payne 

328 Devine Street, Sarnia ON N7T 1 V4 

R.Ex.Comp. Brian Douglas Van Sicklel9 Bearbrook Road, Gloucester ON K1B 3H4 


R.Ex.Comp. John William Lidstone 

163 Jephson St, Box 291, Victoria Harbour ON L0K 2A0 

R.Ex.Comp. Barry Turnbull 

179 Hahn Avenue, Cambridge ON N3C 3B2 


R.Ex.Comp. Douglas Edwin Stitt 

Box 45, 1 187 Roselawn Place, Kingston ON K7P 2V2 

R.Ex.Comp. Paraag Natwaral Suchak 

2072 Peak Place, Oakville ON L6H 5T1 

ASSISTANT OFFICERS APPOINTED 

- 

R.Ex.Comp. David Alan Whiston 

Assistant Grand Chaplain 

34 Crossley Drive, Port Hope ON LI A 3T3 


Assistant Grand Chaplain 


R.Ex.Comp. Desmond Washer 

Grand Lecturer 

506 - 895 Maple Avenue, Burlington ON L7S 2H7 

V.Ex.Comp. Allan John Petrisor 

Grand Senior Sojourner 

RR 3, Woodstock ON N4S 7V7 

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V.Ex.Comp. David Prentice Gahs 

Grand Junior Sojourner 

1234 Fisher Avenue, Burlington ON L7S 2B4 

V.Ex.Comp. William Lewis Foster 

Grand Sword Bearer 

402-69 Light Street, Woodstock ON N4S 7V7 

V.Ex.Comp. Arthur Radu 

Grand Master of 4th Veil 

1039 Laporte Avenue, Windsor ON N8S 3R6 

V.Ex.Comp. Donald Albert McCutcheon 

Grand Master of 3rd Veil 

V.Ex.Comp. David Phelan 

V.Ex.Comp. Neborja Djordjevic 

V.Ex.Comp. William Robert McKeag 

RR 3, 209796 Highway #26, Collingwood ON L9Y 3Z2 

Grand Master of 2nd Veil 

15 Ravine Park Crescent, Toronto ON MIC 2M2 

Grand Master of 1st Veil 

607-1 1 1 1 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto ON M2R 3N9 

Grand Standard Bearer 

134 Second Street, Dunnville ON N1A 1Y8 

V.Ex.Comp. Richard Olav Bjerknes 

Grand Director of Ceremonies 

2273 Isle of Man Road, R.R. No. 6, Kingston ON K7L 4V3 

V.Ex.Comp. Arthur Frederick Haley 

Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies 

V.Ex.Comp. Peter Michael Whetstone 

V.Ex.Comp. Barry Francis Burchill 

V.Ex.Comp. Donald James Bender 

V.Ex.Comp. Robert Johnston 

V.Ex.Comp. John Henry Dean 

V.Ex.Comp. William Hollins Fulton 

V.Ex.Comp. William Rothwell 

V.Ex.Comp. Raj Sircar 

V.Ex.Comp. Brian Douglas Hopkins 

V.Ex.Comp. Gerald James Newall 

V.Ex.Comp. Stephen ( Steve ) Zwilling 

V.Ex.Comp. Raymond ( Ray ) John Toner 

523 Claude Street, Wiarton ON NOH 2T0 

Grand Organist 

61 1 Spence Avenue Hawkesbury ON K6A 3J4 

Grand Pursuivant 

10 Kesler Avenue, Napean ON K2E 5Z1 

Grand Steward 

143 Fried Street, Box 1 13, Dashwood ON N0M 1N0 

Grand Steward 

1 102-1061 Queens Boulevard, Kitchener ON N2M 1C1 

Grand Steward 

224 Howard Crescent, Orangeville ON L9W 4W6 

Grand Steward 

70 Jerome Park Drive, Dundas ON L9H 6H3 

Grand Steward 

638 Vine Street, St Catharines ON L2M 3V7 

Grand Steward 

401-8 McKee Avenue, Willowdale ON M2M 2K1 

Grand Steward 

393 Mildred Street, Midland ON L4R 3R7 

Grand Steward 

98 Fairmeadow Place, Whitby ON LIN 8V8 

Grand Steward 

103-172 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0 

Grand Steward 

179 Victoria Street, Arnprior ON K7S 1T9 

V.Ex.Comp. George Lappage 

Grand Steward 

110 Promenade Avenue, Sault Ste Marie ON P6B 4G1 

V.Ex.Comp. Andrew Graham Skene 

Grand Steward 

27 Casmire Drive, Dryden ON P8N 2J1 

V.Ex.Comp. Thomas (Tom) Bell Lloyd 

Grand Steward 

1292 Forest Hill, Oakville ON L6H 2S4 

V.Ex.Comp. Bruce Dale MacDonald 

Grand Steward 

541 -14th Street West, Owen Sound ON N4K 3Y3 

V.Ex.Comp. Glenn Alexander Melanson 

Grand Steward 

1 182 White Lake Road, Arnprior ON K7S 3G9 

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V.Ex.Comp. Douglas Frederick Doull 

V.Ex.Comp. John Lindsay Toshack 

V.Ex.Comp. Thomas Jeacock 

V.Ex.Comp. John Charles SchaefTer 

V.Ex.Comp Tim Corrin 

Grand Steward 

990 Ellwood Avenue, Sarnia ON N7V 3G1 

Grand Steward 

PO Box 82, Almonte ON KOA 1A0 

Grand Outer Guard 

739 Parkdale Avenue, Fort Erie ON L2A 5B7 

Grand Historian 

1950 Sudbury Road, Box 19, RR 2, Inverary ON KOH 1X0 

Grand Archivist 

99 Tragina Avenue South, Hamilton ON L8K 2Z4 

PAST RANK 

Moved by R.Ex.Comp. Roland P Mandevill, seconded by R.Ex.Comp. Michael J 

Bowman that Past Rank be granted to the Grand Chapter Officers of 2008. CARRIED. 

THANKS 

Moved by R.Ex.Comp. Roland P Mandevill, seconded by R.Ex.Comp. Michael J 

Bowman, that the thanks of The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Canada in 

the Province of Ontario be extended to the following collectively: 

- the Credentials Committee for the efficient manner in which they discharged their 

duties. 

- the Scrutineers for their service in taking charge of the election of the Officers 

- the 2009 Convocation General Chairman and his committees and subcommittees for 

their most successful efforts and achievements. 

- to the Hotel staff for their great efforts which helped to make this such a fine 

Convocation. CARRIED. 

CLOSING 

The business of the 151 st 

Convocation being completed Grand Chapter was closed at 

1 1 :00 a.m. in ample form. 

Richard J Jackson, Grand Scribe Ezra 

STANDING COMMITTEES OF GRAND CHAPTER 

GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - President R.Ex.Comp. Roland P. Mandeville, 

Vice President R.Ex.Comp. Michael J. Bowman, Committee members - as per 

constitution. 

CONSTITUTION, LAWS & JURISPRUDENCE - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. J. William 

Lidstone, Committee members - V.Ex.Comps. Donald Mumby, Grant Armstrong. 

FRATERNAL DEAD - 

Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Sidney James Maddock, Committee 

members R.Ex.Comps. David A Whiston, Melvyn J Duke. 

FRATERNAL CORRESPONDENCE - 

Chairman R.Ex.Comp. G Henry Handsley. 

GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. David Jacklin, Committee 

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members - R.Ex.Comp. Clark Brooks, V.Ex.Comp. Gary Atkinson. 

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD - Chairman M.Ex.Comp. John McGill, 

Committee members - M.Ex.Comps. Richard Jackson, George Gifford. 

STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE GRAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 

BENEVOLENCE - Chairman R.Ex.Comp., Hugh Kernohan, Committee members - 

R.Ex.Comps. Robert McMaster, Thomas Mortlock, George Clifford. 

CONDITION OF CAPITULAR MASONRY - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Michael 

Bowman, Committee members 15 Grand Superintendents. 

FINANCE - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Ronald Stinson, Committee members - 

M.Ex.Comp. Richard Jackson, R.Ex.Comp. Shavak Madon. 

INVESTMENTS - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. David Pass, Committee members - 

M.Ex.Comp. Richard Jackson, R.Ex.Comp. Shavak Madon. 

MEDICAL RESEARCH RELEASE A MIRACLE - 

- Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Edward 

(Ted) Jenkins, Committee members R.Ex.Comps. Hassan Mohamdee, Colin Skilling, 

David Hardie, Dennis Langridge, V.Ex.Comp. Doug Wilson, Comp. Brian Bigelo. 

PUBLIC RELATIONS - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Alan Donovan, Committee members - 

R.Ex.Comps. Raymond Beverly, Paul Hooper, Donald Jones, Daniel Knox, John 

Richel, Richard Clemence, Michael Channing, V.Ex.Comp. John Perham, Ex.Comp. 

Prince Selvaraj. 

SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY - Chairman R.Ex.Comp.Barry Turnbull, Committee 

members - R.Ex.Comps., Arthur Payne, Brian Van Sickle, Edward (Ted) Toogood, 

Kenneth Pierce, Gary McCormick, McAllister Home. 

AD HOC COMMITTEES 

COMPUTER RESOURCES - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Eric Lakien, Committee members 

- R.Ex.Comps. David Walker, Paraag Suchack, V.Ex.Comp. Paul Pinel. 

LONG RANGE PLANNING - Chairman R.Ex.Comp. Robert Wakefield, Committee 

members - M.Ex.Comp. George Gifford, R.Ex.Comps. Frank Richardson, Roderick 

Haufe, Barry Jones, Ted Brown, Ronald Bivens. 

HONORARY PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS AND OTHERS 



*Henry Robertson P.G.Z 1888 

*Kivas Tully, P.G.Z 1891 

*Hugh Murray, P.G.Z 1903 

*Harry Holgate Watson, P.G.Z 1909 

*Elias Talbot Malone, P.G.Z 1919 

*Augustus Toplady Freed, P.G.Z 1920 

*Sir John Morison Gibson, P.G.Z 1922 

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. 

1901-02 

1909-10 

. 

Roderick B Dargavcl, P.G.Z 1923 

Melville S Gooderham, P.G.Z 1957 

The Rt.Hon. Earl of Galloway, Scotland, P.G.Z 1958 

Sir George Boag, England, Past Grand Superintendent 1958 

William H Sweeting, Victoria, Australia, Past Grand Principal Sojourner.. . . 1958 

Reginald J Lewis, P.G.Z 1964 

The Rt.Hon. Earl of Elgin & Kincardine, P.G.Z 1975 

Deceased 

GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS 



William Mercer Wilson .... 1857 Richard Henry Spencer 1922-23 

Thompson Wilson .... 1858 Walter Hamill Davis 1924-25 

Thomas Douglas Harrington. . 1858-60 Kenneth Jewell Dunstan 1926-27 

1861-62 Edwin Smith 1928-29 

John Charles Franck . 

Thomas Douglas Harrington. 

Samual Bickerton Harmon. . 

Charles Davis MacDonnell. 

. 1863-71 

Walter Garnet Price 1930-31 

.... 1872 Charles William Haentschel. . 

.... 1873 Alexander Cowan . 

James Seymour .... 1874 George Lawrence Gardiner. . . 

Lawrence H Henderson . 

Frederick Joseph Menet. . 

Daniel Spry 

1875-76 

. . . 1877-78 

. 1879-80 

1932-33 

. . 1934 

1935-36 

William Young Mills 1937-38 

Llewellyn Fred Stephens 1939-40 

John Morgan Empy 1941-42 

. 1881-82 

Donald Ross 

John MacDonald Burden 1943.44 

Henry MacPherson . 1883-84 Reginald Van Every Conover. 1945-46 

Thomas Sargant . 1885-86 Frederick William Dean 1947-48 

Robert Hendry Jr .... 1887 Clarence McLeod Pitts 1949-50 

Richard Beecher Hungerford. . 1888-89 

John James Mason . 

John Elly Harding . 

John Ross Robertson . 

1890-91 

1892-93 

Alexander Geo. Noel Bradshaw .1951-52 

John Alex. MacDonald Taylor. 1953-54 

John Loftus House 1955-56 

1894-95 

Maurice Arthur Searle 

1957-58 

Michael Walsh . 1896-98 Bruce Harrison Smith 

1959-60 

William Gilzean Reid 1899-1900 Charles William Emmett 1961-62 

William Gibson . 

Abraham Shaw . 

Fraser Earl Jeffrey Hay 

1903-04 

James Elwood Girven 

1963-64 

1965-66 

William Roaf . 1905-06 Stanley Portch 

1967-68 

John Leslie . 1907-08 

George Harold Shannon 

. . . 1969 

. George Moore Frederick Wm. Davis Welham. 1970-71 

Frederick Weir 1911-12 Leo John Gent 1972-73 

Harcourt. . . . . 

Daniel Frazer MacWatt . 1913-14 William Simpson Thomson.. . . 1974-75 

William S R Murch . 

Arthur Stirling Gorrell . 1917-18 

William Nisbet Ponton . 

1915-16 

William Harold Sproule 1976-77 

Aube L Weisman 1978-79 

1919-20 

Herbert Spohn Griffin 1921 

n l

*Frederick Scott 1980-81 

Gordon Harold Stuart 1982-83 

Edward W Elcombe 1984-85 

*Albert A Mortlock 1986-87 

Leslie Levitt 1988-89 

Donald F Kline 1990-91 

*G Robert Jackson 1992-93 

Alan F Walker 1994-95 

R Frank Russell 1996-97 

Harry D Turner 1998-99 

John W McGill 2000-01 

*Melvin Sheldon Boomhour . . . .2002-03 

Richard J Jackson 2004-05 

George H Gifford 2006-07 

*Deceased 

LIVING PAST GRAND FIRST PRINCIPALS 

1961-62 Charles W Emmett 1508-2000 Islington Avenue, Toronto ON M9P 3S7 

1982-83 Gordon H Stuart 506 Comanche Road Mississauga ON L5H 1W2 

1984085 Edward W Elcombe 65 Cuffley Crescent North Downsview ON M3K 1 Yl 

1988-89 Leslie Levitt 7 Hillcrest Court Hamilton ON L8P 2X7 

1990-91 Donald F Kline 889 Hollowtree Crescent Mississauga ON L4Y 2V3 

1994-95 Alan F Walker 2 Blackcombe Drive R. R. No. 2 Coldwater ON L0K 1E0 

1996-97 R Frank Russell 12 Kingsview Boulevard Brampton ON L6Y 1C3 

1998-99 Harry D Turner 2390 Red Maple Avenue, RR 1 Jordan Station ON LOR ISO 

2000-01 John W McGill 1838 Millwood Crescent, Sudbury ON P3E 2T1 

2004-05 Richard J Jackson R.R. No. 8, St. Thomas ON N5P 3T3 

2006-07 George H Gifford 1 19 Central Park Blvd S, Oshawa ON L12H 5W6 

GRAND SCRIBES EZRA 



. . 1978-88 

*Thomas Bird Harris 1857-73 *Maurice A. Searle 1960-61 

*Richard Porter Stephens. . . 1874-75 *Frederick C. Conley 1969-78 

*Daniel Spry 1876-77 * Robert Thornton Rigby. . 

*David McLellan 1878-91 Edward W. Elcombe 1988-94 

*Thomas Sargent 1892-98 Melvyn James Duke 1994-2007 

*George J. Bennett 1899-1915 Richard James Jackson 2007- 

* Henry Thomas Smith 1916-28 * Deceased 

*Edwin Smith 1929-49 

* Frederick J. Johnson 1949-59 

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INDEX OF PROCEEDINGS OF GRAND CHAPTER 

Grand Chapter: 

Page 

Grand Chapter Officers 2008 

Masonic Calendar 

Message to Scribes Ezra 

Inside Front Cover 

Outside Back Cover 

Inside Back Cover 

Business: 

Address of Grand First Principal 15-21 

Address of Welcome 11-12 

Auditor Report 29,31,34-35 

Biography - Roland A Paddle 2-3 

Budget 38-39 

Confirmation of Minutes 12 

Distinguished Guests - Introduction of 6 

Financial Statements 30-37 

Grand Historian's Report 39 

Grand Masters Remarks 8-10 

Grand Treasurer's Report 29 

Installation of Officers 71-75 

Invocation 7 

Motions and Resolutions 23-24 

Past Rank 75 

Presentation - William S Thomson Trophy 52 

Committee Reports: 

Archivist 52 

Benevolence 40 

Bursary 24-25 

Condition of Capitular Masonry 41-44 

Constitution, Laws and Jurisprudence 21-23 

Credentials 71 

Distinguished Service Award 14-15 

Finance 38-39 

Fraternal Correspondence 26-27 

Grievances and Appeals 50 

Fraternal Dead 7-8 

Investment 27-28 

Medical Research Fund (Release A Miracle) 40-41 

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Public Relations 44-45 

Report on the Grand First Principal's Address 51 

Scrutineers 71 

Webmaster 45-46 

Statistical Reports: 

Chapter First Principals 58-61 

Chapter Scribe's Ezra and Addresses 58-61 

Deaths 46-47 

Delegates in Attendance 49-50 

Demits 47-48 

Grand Representatives 53-57 

Grand Secretaries of Other Jurisdictions 53-57 

Grand Superintendents, Secretaries & Chapters 66-70 

Membership Statistics 53-56 

Past Grand First Principals 1857 - 2008 77-78 

Past Grand First Principals - Living 78 

Past Grand First Principals (Honourary) 76-77 

Past and Present Grand Scribes Ezra 78 

Reinstated 49 

Suspensions 48-49 

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COMPANION SCRIBE EZRA 

DO NOT PRINT CIRCULATE OR ADVERTISE THE NAME 

OF ANY COMPANION BEING PROPOSED FOR OR 

SEEKING AN ELECTIVE OR APPOINTED OFFICE IN 

THIS GRAND CHAPTER. THIS INCLUDES THE OFFICE 

OF GRAND SUPERINTENDENT. REFER TO THE 

CONSTITUTION UNDER "NOMINATIONS". 

The financial year of Constituent Chapters ends on December 3 l y and Scribes 

Ezra are to forward the Chapter's Per Capita dues and Returns to the Grand 

Scribe Ezra on or before July 3 * and January 31 *. Each Chapter will forward 

its Financial Returns, semi-annually, to the Grand Scribe Ezra on or before July 

31 " and January 31 " in each year. 

All Chapters MUST forward theirAnnual Returns to the Grand Scribe Ezra on or 

before January 31 11 

of each year. Chapters failing to comply with the foregoing 

Regulations, shall be deprived of the privilege ofvoting at the next annual Grand 

Chapter Convocation. The Grand First Principal may, at his discretion, summon 

the Chapter to show cause why its Warrant should not be suspended until such 

time as the Dues are paid and the Annual Returns submitted. 

Write the names of Companions, in full, plainly in the Returns, so that there may 

be no errors in completing the Grand Chapter Certificate. Also see that the age, 

occupation and place of residence are not omitted. Where deaths are included, 

the date of death as well as the Companion's rank should accompany the record, 

also state ifa Commuted Member. 

Send a full list of the Officers of your Chapter immediately after Installation . 

Do not enter material on any form not requested. Use a separate sheet for 

other information you wish to convey to the Grand Scribe Ezra's office

MASONIC CALENDAR 

Ancient Craft Masons: commence their era with the creation of the world, 

called it Anno Lucius (A.L.), "In the year of Light," and add 4000 to the common 

time, thus 2000 plus 4000 equals A.L. 6000. Lodges A.R & A.M. hold Annual 

Communications 

Royal Arch Masons: date from the year the second Temple was commenced by 

Zerubbabell, Anno Inventionis (A.L), "In the year of Discovery," and add 530 to 

the common time, thus, 2000 plus 530 equals A.L 2530. Royal Arch Chapters 

hold Annual Convocations. 

The Order of High Priesthood: dates from the year of the blessing ofAbraham 

by the High Priest Melchizedek, King of Salem, Anno Benedictionis (A.B. ) 

" In 

the year of Blessing," and add 1913 to the common time thus, 2000 plus 1913 

equals, A.B. 3913 Councils ofthe Anointed High Priests hold Conventions. 

Royal and Select Masters: dates from the year in which the Temple of Solomon 

was completed, Anno Depositionis (A.D.), "In the year of the Deposit," and adds 

1,000 to the common time, thus, 2000 plus 1,000 equals A.D. 3000. Councils of 

Royal & Select Masters, hold Assemblies. 

Knights Templar: commence their era with the organization of the Order, Anno 

Ordinis (A.O.), "In the year of the Order," and deduct 1,118 from the common 

time, thus, 2000 less 1,118 equals A.O. 882. Preceptories of Knight Templars 

holdAssemblies. 

Scottish Rite: date same as Ancient Craft, except the use of the Jewish 

chronology, Anno Mundi (A.M.), In the year of the World," and add 3,760 to the 

common time, thus, 2000 plus 3,760 equals A.M., 5760. After each September 

add another year, Consistories of Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite hold 

Rendezvous or Reunions.

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