Welcome
to the
159th Annual Communication
of the
Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Nova Scotia
June 6-7, 2025
at
Truro, Nova Scotia
Attendee Portal
Dear Brethren,
Welcome to the website for attendees of the 159th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia, to be held on Friday, June 6th and Saturday, June 7th in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Here, you will find all necessary information and relevant guidance for submitting your participation.
Please note that online registration and payment must be completed as soon as possible and no later than Friday, April 25th, due to limited hotel room availability and capacity for our Grand Banquet.
We are looking forward to seeing you in Truro.
Fraternally,
MW Bro. John Dollimount
Grand Secretary
A MESSAGE FROM OUR
GRAND MASTER
Welcome Brothers and Visitors!
It is with great pleasure that we extend a warm welcome to you to the 159th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia, held in Truro, The Hub of Nova Scotia, Canada.
This key gathering is the annual opportunity for us to come together, review the past year, align our governance practices, and to elect and install the officers who will preside over Nova Scotia Masonry for the new year.
We look forward to a productive and inspiring session. Thank you for being part of this important tradition.
Fraternally,
Andrew S Beeler
Grand Master of Masons of Nova Scotia
Program
Location Best Western Glengarry Hotel
150 Willow Street, Truro, NS, B2N 4Z6
Friday, June 6, 2025 (Afternoon)
1:00 Registration opens Salon A
3:00 Grand Lodge Opens Salon C & D
4:00 Registration Closes
6:30 Service of Worship / Memorial Service Salon C & D
8:00-10:00 Grand Masters Meet & Greet Salon E & G
All Members & Guests invited for light
refreshments
Saturday, June 7, 2025 (Morning Session)
8:00 Registration and Ballot re-opens Salon A
9:00 Grand Lodge resumes labour Salon C & D
10:00 Registration & Ballot closes (10:00 a.m. Sharp)
10:00 Annual Meeting Masonic Foundation Salon C & D
Followed by Guest Speakers
(Municipal, Provincial, OES)
11:00 Grand Lodge (Labour Resumes)
12:00 Grand Lodge called from Labour to Refreshment
Saturday, June 7, 2025 (Afternoon Session)
1:30 Grand Lodge (Labour Resumes)
2:30 Installation of Grand Lodge Officers Salon C & D
Closing Ceremonies following Installation
Formal Photograph of Grand Lodge Officers
in full regalia immediately following closure
of Annual Communication
7:30 for 8:00 Grand Lodge Banquet Salon D, E & G
LADIES PROGRAM
Friday, June 6, 2025 (Evening)
6:30 Service of Worship / Memorial Service Salon C & D
8:00-10:00 Grand Masters Meet & Greet Salon E & G
All Members & Guests invited for light
refreshments
Saturday, June 7, 2025
12:00 – 2:00 Luncheon and Presentation: Salon B
N. S. Masons FOR REAL: Real Women. Real Life. Real Difference
Alexa McAllister, Entrepreneur: Resilience, Care, Healing – Her Story
Suzanne Nyazungu, Student: Education for a Better Tomorrow – Her Story
Shelley Berry & Rookie, CNIB: Compassion & Generosity – Their Story
2:30 Installation of Grand Lodge Officers Salon C & D
7:30 for 8:00 Grand Lodge Banquet Salon D, E & G
Dress Suggestions
For the Friday evening:
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Service of worship/memorial, Masons should wear regalia, smart casual for others
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Grand Master's reception, smart casual attire.
For the Friday and Saturday Grand Lodge sessions, Grand Lodge officers will be in morning attire.
For the Grand Lodge Banquet, Tuxedo or White Dinner Jacket. Evening wear for the ladies.
Accomodation
Best Western Glengarry
150 Willow Street, Truro, NS, B2N 4Z6
Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia group rate is: $ 139.99 per room - Double Occupancy – Breakfast Included- Extra Person $ 20.00
A valid credit card i s required to hold your reservation; cash, debit, Visa/Mastercard debit are not accepted for room holds. Visa/Debit and Mastercard/Debit are not accepted at check-in.
Rates are based on 2 adults (any person over the age of 13 is considered an adult) with breakfast included. Each additional adult is $20+taxes
We have pet friendly rooms. There will be an additional $25+taxes per night added to your stay, should you have a pet.
Cut off date for the group rate is 4 weeks prior to the check-in date.
Check-in time is 3:00 pm/ Check-out time i s 11:00am.
Cancellation is 24 hours prior to arrival.
Any reservation that checks out earlier a day or more than expected is subject t o a $75+taxes early departure fee.
No Show rooms will be charged 1 night's room and taxes.
For reservations, please call us 1-902-893-4311