In planning for the 2021 Annual Communication to be held in Lethbridge, we found it prudent that we have in place alternate considerations for a continuation of the disruptions resulting from Covid-19 restrictions. As a result it will come as no surprise that we have found it necessary to cancel our plans for hosting an …
It there have been numerous requests regarding the resumption of regularly scheduled activities; with the return to Level-1 status within the Province of Alberta all indoor in-person activities remain on hold. As the weather continues to moderate and turn warm the obvious question is can we schedule activities outdoors – the answer is yes but …
Covid 2021 April – Indoor in-person activities remain on hold Read More »
Many of you likely tuned into the television and radio broadcasts on Monday March 22 to review the latest information from the Alberta Government and the Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw. As such you are aware that no changes or relaxations to the previous orders have been made. As such regularly scheduled …
We all have been waiting for news allowing in-person lodge activities to resume and yesterday marked another decision day by the Province. I must once again report that very little has changed with respect to our ability to resume operations. With the Provincial Order (CMOH-38 Dec. 8, 2020) still in effect we cannot yet make …
Covid 2021 January – No decision can be made regarding opening of Lodges Read More »
While it was my hope to announce that regular Lodge actives could resume on Monday January 4th, 2021 – this is not to be. With the Provincial Order (CMOH-38 Dec. 8, 2020) put into place on December 8th, 2020 and scheduled to be reviewed on January 12th, 2021 it is impossible to make a decision …
Covid 2020 December – Lodge activities remain suspended Read More »
It is with great regret that, based on Pending Provincial Emergency Health Orders, I must announce that all in-person Lodge actives are placed on hold until December 31, 2020 with an anticipated resumption date of Monday January 4th, 2021. This new directive extends past the review date of the new Provincial Order which will go …
Covid 2020 November – In-person Lodge activities on hold until Dec 31 Read More »
After careful consideration and consultation I hereby declare effective Tuesday November 17, 2020 all in person Lodge activities are placed on hold until November 30th. This order is in line with the request by the Province of Alberta that we limit all social gatherings to reduce the escalation and spread of the Covid-19 virus. The …
Covid 2020 November – In-person activities on hold until Nov 30 Read More »
As we enter November we are still at the mercy of Covid-19 and the necessary protections that we must follow to ensure member safety while assembling for masonic purposes. One week ago I prepared a message for the Alberta Freemason that included the latest details released by Dr. Hinshaw concerning assembly within Alberta – as …
Covid 2020 November – AHS tightening control on small gatherings Read More »
I have been monitoring the news from last night and the updates posted on the AHS website for information relating to new Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines that are being requested and implemented across the province. In light of the statements issued by Dr. Dena Hinshaw all Lodges in the Edmonton Zone shall adhere to the …
As you are in the process of preparing for your Annual District Meetings, there are many questions that are being asked with respect to how to complete this task within the framework of Covid-19 restrictions. The Grand Line and Executive Committee have met and reviewed available options that are within the compliance of our Rules …
Brethren, as expected Covid-19 continues to remain an issue for our Craft but we are making progress in adapting to how we must do business. Rural lodges are finding more success in adapting to the requirements but again this was foreseen. We will outline some additional steps which we hope will clarify some issues we …
Many questions have been asked how to proceed with the installation of Lodge Officers that may have been delayed by our extended shutdown due to the outbreak of Covid-19. As per previous interruptions and delays we offer the following procedures for the installation of new and returning officers. Re: Nominations out of the scheduled sequence: …
