GRAND COUNCIL of CRYPTIC RITE MASONS of WESTERN CANADA, R & S M 80 th ANNUAL PROCEEDINGS Saskatoon May 23 & 24, 2018 MIC Robert Turner Grand Master RIC Jerry W. Kopp Grand Recorder 1
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INDEX PAGE # Attestation of 2017 Minutes 4 Photo of Grand Master 5 Report of Grand Master 8 Ceremonial Opening 8 Distinguished Guests 9 Flag Ceremony 9 Memorial Service 10 Informal closing 13 OFFICIAL OPENING 2018 13 Preliminary Credential report 13 Minutes of 2017 Grand Proceedings 14 Grand Officers in attendance in Saskatoon 2018 14 Introduction of the Past Grand Masters 14 List of Past Grand Master Who Extended Regrets 15 Reception and Introduction of Grand Inspectors General 15 Reception of the Thrice Illustrious Masters of Councils 15 Report of Grand Master s or his address 16 Report of Deputy Grand Master 18 Report of the Grand Principal Conductor of the Work 19 Grand Executive Committee Report 2018 2019 19 Condition of the Rite 2017-2018 21 Grand Treasurer report 27 Grand Recorder s Report 28 Membership status for R & SM and RAM 31 Inventory held by Grand Council Office 32 Supplies available with price list 33 Financial Reviewers report 33 Finance Committee report 34 2018/2019 Budget 34 Laws & Jurisprudence report 36 Grand Historian report 36 Recognition of KYCH 37 Honours & Awards report 37 Grand Representatives in attendance 37 Grievances & Appeals report 38 Fraternal Relations & Correspondence report 38 Grand Master s address report 39 Regalia Committee report 39 Ritual Committee report 39 Credentials Committee FINAL report 40 Presentation of Honourary Membership 41 Notices of Motion 40 Grand Assembly 2018 motion 40 Elections 2018/2019 41 Installation 2018/2019 & List of Grand Officers 42 Newly Installed Grand Master s Message 43 List of Committee Chairmen 2018/2019 45 Closing of Grand Council 45 Royal Ark Mariners Opening 48 Royal Ark Mariners closing 49 Order of the Silver Trowel (Past TIM Degree) 49 List of Grand representatives 50 List of Past GMs, DGMS PCW, G Trea & G Recorder 52 List of Past GIGs LMD, MB, SK & AB. GIG VI & GIG BC Int 54 Photographs 4,5,38,43,45,46,47,48,49 & 50 3
This assembly was held in the Ramada Inn & Hotel, Saskatoon, SK on Wednesday May23 & Thursday May 24, 2018. I, Right Illustrious Companion Jerry W. Kopp, Grand Recorder of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada, Royal & Select Masters do hereby attest the contents on the following pages are a true and accurate transcript of the eighth Grand Convocation held at Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on May 23 24, 2018 In testimony, whereof I have appended my official signature and affixed the seal of the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada, R & S.M. at, Calgary, Alberta this 15 day of September 2018 Jerry W. Kopp (RIC Jerry W. Kopp Grand Recorder) MIC Robert Turner, Grand Master 2017-2018 4
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Most Illustrious Companion Robert Turner Robert (Bob) Turner was born in Consort Alberta June 7, 1954. His father was an Agent Operator with the C.N.R. at New Brigden, Alberta. The family moved back to Saskatchewan when Bob was 6 months old and lived in various communities in rural Saskatchewan. Upon completing High School Bob entered the Electronics Engineering Technology program graduating in 1975. After graduation Bob joined SaskTel where he remained for 31 years, retiring in 2006. During his career with SaskTel Bob was employed in the engineering, staff, business development and marketing departments. He also spent 11 years with SaskTel International consulting and managing various projects in the United States and England before returning to Canada in 1996. His final position was as Director of Technology managing SaskTel s entry in the Television over Internet Protocol market (MAX TV). Since his retirement Bob has been spent his time, working with the various Masonic bodies and spending time at the family home north of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan (Candle Lake). Bob is a Life member of the Saskatchewan Association of Technologists and Technicians (SASTT). -President: 1982 -Saskatchewan Director to the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT): 1983-1986 During his career Bob received the following Awards and Recognition -National Achievement Award (CCTT) 1988 -Inducted into the International Hall of Fame for Engineering, Science and Technology 1992 -Outstanding Technical Achievement Award (SASTT) 2004 -Managed team that received 2003 Exceptional Engineering/Geoscience Project Award from the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan. Masonic Career Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan Initiated in North West Mounted Police Lodge #11 GLS: 1997. Served as Worshipful Master: 2011. Appointed Grand Senior Deacon: 2013-2014. Royal Arch Masons of Saskatchewan Exalted Prince of Wales Chapter #27 GRS: 1999. Received Alfred Tingle Keystone Award: 2001. Served as First Principal: 2005. Appointed, Grand Representative to the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of British Columbia & Yukon: 2005. Affiliated Prince Albert Chapter #2 GRS: 2007. Elected Grand First Principal: 2007-2008 & 2013-2014. Elected Grand Registrar : 2009-2013. Currently serving as Grand Treasurer. Received the Degree of Past Master Grand Chapter of Alberta: 2008 Victoria Chapter #1 GR British Columbia &Yukon: 2009 Honorary Memberships: The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of British Columbia &Yukon: 2014. The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta: 2005. The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Manitoba: 2008. The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Montana: 2007. The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Minnesota: 2007. The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of North Dakota: 2006. 6
Order of the High Priesthood of Saskatchewan Anointed, Consecrated and Set Apart as a High Priest: 2005. Elected President Currently serving as Recorder: since 2012. General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International Named a Permanent Member 2008 Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada Royal and Select Masters Chosen as Select Master Saskatchewan Council #6: 2002. Thrice Illustrious Master: 2009. Order of the Silver Trowel: 2010. Appointed Grand Steward Saskatchewan District: 2010-2011. Elected Grand Inspector General Saskatchewan District: 2012-2013 Elected Grand Master 2017-2018 Royal Ark Mariners of Western Canada Elevated Royal Arch Mariner Sask. Lodge #6: 2002 Worshipful Commander Noah: 2012 Currently serving as Grand Commander Noah Sovereign Great Priory of Canada of the United Religious and Military Orders of St. John of Jerusalem, Palestine, Rhodes and Malta and of the Temple: Proclaimed Knight in Wascana Preceptory No.51: 2001. IORC; Malta; Novice and Installation; Consecration: 2001. Presiding Preceptor: 2005-2006. Appointed District Grand Standard Bearer Saskatchewan District: 2008-2009. Appointed Grand Guard: 2009-2010. Provincial Grand Prior Saskatchewan District. 2014-2016 York Rite Sovereign College of North America Order of Knight of York - Prairie Lily College #71 : 2005. Served as Governor: 2009-2010 Allied Masonic Degrees Received Wakomow Council #211 GRC & Anointed Man at Arms and an Esquire of the Royal Order of the Red Branch of Eri: 2006 Served as Sovereign Master: 2010 Raised to Knight Commander: 2011 Elected Grand Junior Warden: 2011 Coroneted Knight Grand Cross: 2011 Order of the Bath- Grand Session of AMD Canada: 2011 Order of the Corks - Grand Session of AMD Canada: 2012 Sovereign Grand Master of the Order: 2015 2017. Coroneted Supreme Grand Cross: 2015 Red Branch of Eri Red Cross of Constantine Installed a Knight Companion of the Red Cross of Constantine- Saskatchewan Conclave #14: 2006. Sovereign 2015 Currently serving as Recorder Knights of the York Cross of Honour 7
Inducted into Western Canada Priory #35: 2012. Affiliated Manitoba Priory #69:2016 Holy Order Arch Knights Templar Priests Admitted a Knight Templar Priest - St. John the Almoner Tabernacle: 2011 High Priest 2016 Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of Canada Regina Lodge of Perfection 14 : 2010. Regina Chapter of Rose Croix 18 : 2011. Saskatchewan Consistory 32 : 2011. Order of the Secret Monitor Inducted into the Order- Saskatoon Conclave #5 : 2005. Prince of the Order- Saskatoon Conclave 5: 2006 Served as Supreme Ruler: 2011. Appointed Grand Registrar: 2011-2012. Currently Assistant Grand Supreme Ruler Rosicrucian Admitted Lux in Occident College: 2007 AAONM Fezzed a Noble WA WA Shrine AAONMS: 1999 President Pipes and Drums Unit: 2004 President 5-50 Unit: 2011 Member of Prince Albert Shrine Club Informal Opening of the Grand Assembly Ceremonial Opening Wednesday May 23, 2018 MIGM Robert Turner and officers were invited into the Grand Council and the proceeded to declare by the power in me vested by the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada, Royal and Select Masters, I declare this informal session duly opened in form. Introduction of invited guests: International Order of Job s Daughter Honoured Queen Kira Mudrey Allied Masonic Degrees Right Venerable Bro Larry Wong District Deputy Grand Master Sovereign Great Priory of Canada Right Eminent Knight Companion Don Finan representing the Provincial Priory Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Saskatchewan MEC Douglas Byers Grand First Principal Knight Templar Priest- Right Eminent Knight John Leyshon Grand Superintendent. Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite Illustrious William Fitzsimmons representing the Deputy of Saskatchewan 8
York Rite Sovereign College of North America- Grand Governor Saskatchewan Right Eminent Distinguished Bro John Bradley. Knight York Cross of Honour (KYCH) Eminent Knight Gerry Tetzloff Prior for Western Canada Sovereign Grand Conclave of Canada Most Illustrious Knight Companion Thomas Mortlock GCC. Royal & Select Masters of North Dakota Most Puissant George Bauder Grand Recorder and Past Grand Master of South Dakota. MIC Richard McBride Past Grand Master of Cryptic Rite Masons of South Dakota Royal & Select. MIC Thomas Harmon, Grand Master of Cryptic Rite Masons of Wyoming Royal & Select Masters. MIGM remarked by thanking each for their attendance and noted that some have come great distances to be in attendance which is greatly appreciated. Flag Ceremony The following flags were presented with suitable tributes. The flag bears were officers from various Councils: RIC Doug Paugh - MIC George Bauder - VIC John Laing - RIC Ivan Hall - VIC Allan Goode - RIC Cliff Hardy - IC Patrick Davies - Canadian Flag USA Flag Provincial Flag of British Columbia Provincial Flag of Alberta Provincial Flag of Saskatchewan Provincial Flag of Manitoba Narrator of Ritual for each flag The Grand Master received each of the flags and placed each in the east as per the flag protocol. The National Anthem was sung after the Canadian and USA flag presentation. Greetings from Distinguished Guests MIGM then called upon several guests to bring greetings from their respective Masonic Concordant Bodies: International Order of Job s Daughter Honoured Queen Kira Mudrey Allied Masonic Degrees Right Venerable Bro Larry Wong District Deputy Grand Master Sovereign Great Priory of Canada Right Eminent Knight Companion Don Finan representing the Provincial Priory 9
Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Saskatchewan MEC Douglas Byers Grand First Principal Knight Templar Priest- Right Eminent Knight John Leyshon Grand Superintendent. Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan A.F. & A.M. Right Worshipful Brother Rob Montaque Grand Senior Warden Memorial Service Grand Council, Cryptic Rite Masons Of Western Canada 2018 Grand Assembly Opening Remarks: - Most Illustrious Companion Robert Turner, Grand Council Officers, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Companions: Long has been the tradition at our Annual Grand Assembly to set aside time to honour the Companions who are not answering the roll call today. These Companions are deeply missed. While this occasion admonishes us to consider the uncertainty of human life and the certainty of death, with equal urgency it graciously invites us to regard death as the open door through which man passes from labours on Earth to nobler service in the world to come. Let us ponder well the lessons of this hour. We are born, we live and we die. But, is death the end of man and expiring hope of all faithful Companions? No. We pause not on our first or second step, but true to our professions look forward for the greater light. As the span of our earthly existence is drawing to a close, the Scared Book, the Great Light in all bodies of Masonry, removes the dark cloud and bids hope and joy rise up to cheer and sustain us. It points beyond the grave to the breaking light of a glorious Eternity. Prayer: - Almighty God, source of all mercy and giver of comfort; Deal graciously, we pray, with those who mourn, that, casting all their sorrow on you, they may know the consolation of your love. With reverence and affection, we remember before you, O everlasting God, all are departed Companions. Keep us in union with them here through our faith toward you, that hereafter we may enter into your presence and be numbered with those who serve you. AMEN Hymn Near My God to Thee Laying of the Roses 10
After the reading of the names of the departed a rose will be placed on the Alter in accordance with the District designation by the appropriate Grand Inspector General. Grand Secretary will read out the names of those who have passed to the Grand Council Above. Passed to the Grand Lodge Above BC Interior Zenith #16 IC Vern Allen Jones 2017 JUN 07 VIC Herbert Norman Weaver 2017 JUN 14 Comp James Fisher Barker 2017 SEP 05 RIC Gordon Dean Kickbush 2017 DEC 22 Cascade #18 Nil BC Lower Mainland Zabud #1 VIC William Shippam 2017 MAR 30 Zarthan #7 Comp CN (Dave) Davison 2017 JAN 07 Comp Edward Lilly 2017 AUG 05 Zaphon #8 Alpha #11 Nil BC Vancouver Island Nil Acme #14 Comp Kenneth Charles Holt 2017 APR 00 RIC Lionel John Brownsey 2017 JAN 04 Adoniram #15 Nil Alberta Zadok #3 Comp Arnold Moses 2017 FEB 04 VIC Daniel Ian MacNeill 2017 SEP 26 Zohar #4 Comp Emile Kazoleas 2016 NOV 21 RIC John McKee 2017 MAY Alberta #5 Cyrus #2 Brandon #10 Portage #17 Nil Nil Nil Nil Manitoba Saskatchewan Saskatchewan #6 MIC Dale Appel 2017 JUL 28 RIC William Liepert Frederick 2017 JUN 26 11
Zophiel #13 MIC David Wilson 2018 FEB 0 FINAL TRIBUTE: They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning WE WILL REMEMBER THEM. Prayer of Remembrance: - O God of many names, Great Architect of the Universe, today we remember our Companions who have departed this life into a life of Higher Service. Into your hands, merciful God, we commend these your servants. We most earnestly beseech Thee to continue to give them eternal peace and rest in Thy Heavenly Realm. O Gracious Ruler, we also pray that you ease the grief of those of us who are left behind and comfort us in sorrow. Aid us to continue to live in your Grace so that when our earthly tasks are ended, we may all be reunited in your Eternal Kingdom. AMEN Moment of Silence Scripture Reading John: 14 1-6 1. Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2. In my Father s house are many are mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I would go to prepare a place for you. 3. And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. 4. And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know. 5. Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way? 6. Jesus saith unto to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Let us Pray: Lord s Prayer: Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. 12
Hymn In the Garden And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the Kingdom, and the power and the glory, for ever and ever. AMEN Final Prayer: The Lord shall preserve Thy going out and Thy coming in, from this time forth, forevermore. Glory be to God. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, World without end. AMEN Benediction: The Lord bless thee and keep thee: The Lord make his face shine upon thee, And be gracious unto thee: And give thee Peace. AMEN Closing Thoughts: Ladies and Gentlemen Go in Peace and cherish the memories of those who paved the path for us. Informal Closing MIGM Robert Turner thanked everyone for their attendance, particularly the ladies and friends. Thanked the Flag Barriers and ritualist for the Flag Ceremony and VIC William MacKay for the Memorial Service. He then declared the Informal Opening closed and reminded the Companions the Formal Opening of the Assembling will be tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM Sharp. Official Opening Grand Master MIC Robert Turner and Officers official opened the Grand Assembly at 8:30 AM on 23 May 2018 at Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Preliminary Credentials Report No. of Councils represented: 14 Total No. of Companions registered: 54 No. of Grand Council Officers registered: 18 No. of Grand Representatives: 7 No. of Visitors in attendance 4 TOTAL ATTENDANCE: 58 13
Attested: VIC Dick Gutfriend Report Accepted 2017 2018 Grand Council Officers in attendance Grand Master MIC Robert Turner Immediate Past Grand Master MIC Richard Laronde Deputy Grand Master RIC Gerry Tetzloff Grand Principal Cond of Work RIC Les Robinson Grand Treasurer MIC Donald Russell Grand Recorder RIC Jerry W. Kopp GIG Manitoba RIC Cliff C.P. Hardy GIG Alberta RIC Ivan Hall GIG BC Interior RIC Albert Swityk GIG BC Vancouver Is. RIC Doug Paugh Grand Chaplain VIC William MacKay Grand Captain of the Guard VIC Gordon Davey Grand Conductor of the Council VIC Robert Turczyn Grand Marshall VIC David Boone Grand Stewart MB VIC Jack Fryatt Grand Stewart SK VIC Mike Petty Grand Stewart AB VIC Tom Bremner Grand Stewart BC Interior VIC Glenn Akselson Grand Stewart BC Mainland VIC John Laing Grand Sentinel VIC Dennis Skuce Grand Historian VIC Alan Goode 2017 Grand Assembly Proceedings I Jerry W. Kopp Grand Recorder move that the minutes as contained in the 2017 Proceedings of this Grand Council be adopted as presented. Seconded by: MIC Donald Russell CARRIED Introductions and Receptions Visitors were introduced on the informal opening night. Regrets received from MIC H. John Hewitt Grand Master of Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of R & SM of Ontario. Introduction of the Past Grand Masters GM: Most Illustrious Sirs, as your name is called please assemble at the Altar under the direction of the Grand Marshal. Grand Recorder please read the names of the Past Grand Masters. Past Grand Masters assembled at the Altar they were: MIC Robert Taylor 2007 MIC Donald B Russell 2010 14
MIC Donald Murray 2014 MIC David Grange 2015 MIC Richard Laronde 2016 The Grand Master then directed that Grand Honours be given nine times under the direction of the Grand Marshal. The Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Principal Conductor of the Work then ascended, greeted and thanked each of their attendance and support throughout the year. MIC Robert Taylor then spoke on behalf of the Past Grand Masters and thanked them for the warm welcome and extended full support to the future officers of the Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada R & SM. They also look forward to MIC Robert Turner joining their ranks. List of Past Grand Masters Extended Regrets 1993 S.F. Tickner Council #6 Moose Jaw, SK 2002 R. Beirnes Council #3 Calgary, AB 2003 G.R.E. Tillotson Council #11 Comox, BC 2008 L. Pickell Council #7 Langley, BC 2009 D. MacDonald Council #13 Saskatoon, SK 2011 B.A. Richman Council #7 Port Coquitlam, BC Introduction of the Grand Inspectors Generals GM: We will now have the reception of Grand Inspectors General and as your name is called please advance to the Altar under the direction of the Grand Marshal. The Grand Recorder will call out the names of the GIGs in attendance. RIC Cliff C.P. Hardy Manitoba District RIC Ivan Hall Alberta District RIC Albert Swityk BC Interior RIC Doug Paugh BC Vancouver Island The Grand Master directed that they receive Grand Honours seven times under the direction of the Grand Marshal. The Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Principal Conductor of the Work then greeted the Grand Inspectors General at the Altar and thanked them for a good year and the support that they afforded the Grand Council. Introduction of the Thrice Illustrious Masters The Grand Master called for the assembling of the serving Thrice Illustrious Masters at the Altar under the direction of the Grand Marshal. In attendance and representing their Council were: 15
IC William Logan Saskatchewan Council #6 IC Leslie Robinson Adoniram Council #15 GM: Thrice Illustrious Master you are the back-bone of our Order and your dedication and zeal is much appreciated by all Companions. You are a most welcome sight at this Grand Assembly and I thank each for your attendance. Grand Master asked the Grand Marshal to lead the assembly in Grand Honours 3X. Grand Master and Grand Council then proceeded to the Altar, shook hands with each of the TIMs and had a private word with them and then directed the Grand Marshal to seat them. Greetings were received from MIC George Bauder Past Grand Master and Grand Recorder for Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of South Dakota. Grand Master s Address 2018 Officers, Members and Visitors of the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada, Royal and Select Masters. Greetings Companions: A warm and hearty welcome to all of you. It is my pleasure and privilege to have your attendance at this 80 th Annual Grand Assembly of the Grand Council. I thank our members for participating and I trust, making it a successful Assembly. NECROLOGY Each year we must take a few moments to remember those, of our jurisdiction, who passed to the care of the Supreme Architect of the Universe. To the loved ones and of our departed companions, we extend heartfelt sympathy as we share in their loss. Last evening V. Ill. Comp. William Mackay conducted the Memorial Service as a tribute to their memory. Visitations to Councils (see attached) Brethren, I am pleased to report that I was able to visit all Councils this year. I must make special mention of B.C. Lower Mainland, B. C. Vancouver Island, and B.C. Interior Districts for allowing me to visit at combined meetings. Their thoughtfulness and effort make for a considerable savings in time and money and is greatly appreciated by myself and I am sure all the Grand Masters during their term. All Council meetings were conducted in a very efficient manner and the Installation and Degree work well done. The Companions are to be congratulated. At my visitations I was received with the honour and dignity suitable for the office. The generosity, hospitality and camaraderie of all the Companions was above expectation and I would like to express my thanks and appreciation to them at this time. Special thanks to the Grand Inspector Generals, Recorders, and Thrice Illustrious Masters for their effort in arranging and participating in my 16
visitations. Your support and assistance made my visits most enjoyable and informative for me At my visitations I talked about how the Cryptic Rite started, particularly in Canada, and also stressed that the journey of a Royal Arch Mason is not complete without the knowledge contained within the Cryptic Rite. Companions I know that there are Royal Arch Masons out there that do not know why or that the Cryptic Rite exists and it is imperative that we reach out to them and assist them completing their journey. Visitations to and Recognition by Other Grand Bodies: During the year I received invitations and attended: Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Manitoba Supreme Grand Council Eastern Jurisdiction of Canada R and SM Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta Grand Imperial Conclave of Canada Sovereign Great Priory of Canada Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons British Columba & Yukon, To the Distinguished Guests and Visiting Brethren: Brethren it is a pleasure to have you with us. We are delighted by your presence and hope that you have enjoyed your stay and that you will return home with many fond memories of this weekend To the Most Ill. Past Grand Masters: Thank you for your support and dedication to our Order and for your help and advice over the past year. To our Grand Inspector Generals: I thank all my Grand Inspector Generals for representing the Grand Council and myself in a most exemplary manner. I appreciate the effort you made in attending my official visits in your Districts. To our Grand Secretary RI Comp. Jerry Kopp and our Grand Treasurer MI Comp. Don Russell Thank you for your work and dedication these past years. I know that the administration and finances of the Cryptic Masonry are on a sound footing. To the Grand Officers, Grand Representatives and Chairman of various Committees: Thank you for your dedication and service to this Grand Body. To the new officers, I congratulate you on your election or appointments. To the Council Recorders: 17
You are the mortar that keeps our Councils running and I thank you for your service to the Cryptic Rite, some of you many years. Councils, you must all plan for the day that these Companions retire from or are no longer able to perform their duties. You need to put a plan in place for that day. I suggest that you consider appointing an assistant recorder. To the members of Saskatchewan Council #6 and Zophiel #13 Council Thank you for the hard work in organizing this Grand Assembly and your support during my term in office In Conclusion: My most sincere thanks to all the Companions for allowing me the honour and privilege to serve in this office. It has been a real learning experience and a wonderful education for me. I finish with a bit of history: This Grand Council was founded May 10, 1938 in Edmonton Alberta at a convention of representatives of the 6 Councils of the four Western Provinces of Canada, representing 216 members. These companions had a vision to expand Cryptic Rite in Western Canada and with your help we will keep that vision alive. Sincerely and Fraternally, M. Ill Comp. Robert Turner Grand Master (2017-2018) MOTION: MIC Richard Laronde moved and seconded by VIC John Merryweather Laing that the Grand Master s Address be referred to the Committee on the Grand Master s Address. CARRIED Deputy Grand Master s Report 2017-2018 It has been an honour to serve as your Deputy Grand Master, a term which was both enjoyable, informative and interesting, a portion of which is briefly outlined as follows: On May 12 th, I was pleased to accompany the Grand Master to the Annual Convocation if the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Alberta at Camrose, AB, where I also took part in the installation ceremony. On May 25 th, I attended the Western Canada KYCH. Priory No 35 in Saskatoon in my capacity as Deputy Prior. I then accompanied the Grand Master to the Annual Convocation if the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Saskatchewan at Saskatoon, SK. June 3 rd, I attended the Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star of Alberta at Red Deer, AB. 18
June 9 th, I had the pleasure of representing the Grand Master at the Grand Lodge of Alberta at Red Deer, AB. June 27 th, I attended Palestine Lodge installation of Officers at Tofield, AB where I gave the General Charge and explanation of the Master s word. August 4 th & 5 th, I attended the 150 th Anniversary of Columbia Chapter of the Royal Arch Masons of Victoria, BC, where Ii was officially received as the PGZ of the Grand Chapter of Alberta, and as the Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada. September 9 th, I accompanied members of Alberta Lodge #2 Royal Ark Mariners moored to Zohar Council #4 to Ft. McMurray, AB where I joined the degree team in advancing eight members to the Royal Ark Mariners Degree. November 18 th, I attended the Field Day of Zohar Council #4, Edmonton, AB along with the Grand Master on his official visit to the Council. November 29 th, Attended Zadok Council #3, Calgary AB along with the Grand Master on his official visit to that Council. December attended local installations, Preceptory and Chapter and attended the Christmas Observance hosted by Edmonton Preceptory No. 46 and where I was officially received as the Deputy Grand Master. RIC G.E. (Gerry) Tetzloff Deputy Grand Master REPORT OF THE GRAND CONDUCTOR OF THE WORKS During the past year I have attended many of the Councils meetings on Vancouver Island, and although they are struggling, and the quality of the work is improving. All have new candidates so I am hopeful that they will continue that trend. I have not travelled much this year but hope to do a lot more in the next year as your Grand Deputy Grand Master. In closing I wish all the Councils well and hope they continue to gain candidates for our great Order. Grand Council Executive Meeting - Minutes May 23, 2018 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 1. Regulations MIC Turner has concern with term written ballot Written ballot very seldom used no proper term Matter referred to Jurisprudence Committee to make change 2. Due date for Annual Returns No established date for when returns are due Assumed to be 28 FEB Annual return for period up to the end of 31 DEC Return could and should be sent in as soon after 31 DEC 19
Continue to receive late returns Still waiting for one return for 2017 Established annual return to be submitted by 15 JAN Form to indicate date of 15 JAN For information only still have one Council who has not submitted their return 3. District Elections time line Submission of GIG reports scattered Have had reports received just weeks ago Need reports much earlier to prepare Advanced Proceedings Executive agreed with 15 JAN, keep time lines as a standard 4. Rename Interior District Executive agreed to rename district as Kootenay-Interior District 5. Cryptic Rite Regalia Grand Recorder working with Canadian Masonic Supply Need to ensure that our regalia confirms with our Const. & regulations 6. Royal Arch Mariners Ritual Royal Arch Mariners ritual amended Included ritual for investing IPTIM at the appropriate time Ritual also included ritual for investiture of a Chaplain Committee to examine SM what apron to wear, no provisions at the moment 7. Change fiscal year for Finances Finance Committee have notice of motion to change fiscal year to 31 DEC Grand Executive had no problem with this proposal 8. Position of Grand Registrar Executive agreed with a position for Grand Registrar Present Notice of Motion this year to be voted on in 2019 Session Webmaster position to be also included. 9. Recognition of 50 years - service & 100 th Birthdays Service jewels are a responsibility of the Council, not a Grand Council duty GM may be invited to make the presentation at the Council meeting Birthdays are treated the same, Grand Recorder can send Birthday wishes if asked GIGs are to submitted names of Companions for 100 th Birthday 10.Consolidating minor Reports 20
Grand Executive agreed that regalia Committee, dispensations report and foreign relations committee report can all consolidated into the Grand Recorders report. 11.Service Jewel vs Service pins Suggestion of separate jewels turfed, too expensive 12.Status of Portage Council & Brandon Council Looking at joint meetings work in progress MOTION; RIC Gerry Tetzloff moved and seconded by IC Wally Watts that the Grand Council Executive Committee minutes be adopted. CARRIED MIC Thomas Harmon GM of Cryptic Rite Masons of Wyoming brought greetings and best wished to the Grand Council of Western Canada R & SM Condition of the Rite 2017-2018 of R & SM Western Canada Annual Report of The Grand Inspector General for Alberta Right Illustrious Ivan Hall I would like to thank MIC Bob Turner and the companions of the Alberta Councils for allowing me the honour of serving as Grand Inspector General for the 2017/18 term. It was an enlightening and rewarding experience. I was able to complete one official visit and one installation visit to each council during my term. I also had the pleasure of accompanying MIC Turner to two of his official visits. At each occasion I was received warmly by the Companions. I am pleased to report that all three Councils are active and flourishing in Alberta. Each are performing the first two degrees in timely fashion and bringing in new members to Cryptic Rite. The reading of ritual is present but only in smaller portions among the Companions. I was particularly impressed with younger Companions in each council who presented their parts well and from memory. There is also a fair amount of visitation among the councils taking place. Of special note, Zohar Council was able to present the SEM degree drama in full for the first time in four years. Alberta Council is again committed to presenting the dramas for the first two degrees, a welcome benefit to all their new initiates. And several Companions have already achieved their jewels for contributions to the Cryptic Rite Charitable Foundation Masonic charity in action. To all Councils I would recommend more emphasis on education and discussion about the various degrees within Cryptic Rite. We were all very impressed by a paper on the porphyry stone presented by Comp. Matt Webb, a young member from Ft. McMurray. Its gems like this that renew our endless search for more light and make for interesting meetings. 21
Zadok Council #3 This is a large urban Council with well-kept books and records, a good financial base with a current audit and notices distributed by both email and post. The ritual work observed was being done well with spirit (some reading occurring) and good average attendance. The District meeting, hosted by Zadok Council saw VIC David Boone elected as GIG elect and IC Lawrence Anderson appointed as Grand Steward for the 2018/19 term. Zohar Council #4 This is also a large urban Council with well-kept books, a good financial base with a current audit and notices distributed by both email and post. They have worked through a challenge of membership records and cleared a backlog of members awaiting various degrees. Ritual work observed as being done well with spirit (some reading occurring) and good average attendance. All degree work is done with full drama. Alberta Council #5 This is a smaller urban Council with well-kept books and records, a good financial base with a current audit and notices distributed by both email and post. Ritual work observed as being done well; some reading occurring and good average attendance for their size. They are committed to once again including the dramas in degree presentations. Several highlights of my term include a 900 km round trip with Alberta Lodge #2 RAM to Ft. McMurray to portray the Royal Ark elevation ceremony to five brethren; including Comp Duncan Strachan from Zadok Council. The other was the opportunity to hold a brief Cryptic Rite information session just after the Preceptors Meeting at the Royal Arch executive meeting in February. It allowed us to publicize Cryptic Rite and introduce GIG elect, VIC David Boone to the Companions present. It also brought the three York Rite bodies together in shared fellowship that day. Finally, I d like to thank our Grand Steward, VIC Tom Bremner for accompanying me on several visits and keeping me on track. I believe the above to be a fair and accurate assessment of Cryptic Rite Masonry in Alberta at this time. Respectfully submitted Ivan A. F. Hall GIG Alberta District. Annual Report of The Grand Inspector General for Manitoba Right Illustrious Clifford C. P. Hardy 22
2017-2018 Cryptic Masonic year saw the writer at several Masonic Lodges and other constituent bodies. The three Councils in Manitoba continue to be held together by older dedicated members; and it is always a pleasure to be in each of the three Councils. Cyrus Council No.2 - is in the fortunate position of being in a position of drawing from the Royal Arch Chapter in their same building; which has had a spectacular growth. There is a real feeling of fellowship among the officers and members. The work is being done reasonably well, with some reading of the ritual takes place. The future looks bright for this Council & Lake Winnipeg Mariners Lodge No.4. which has a floating of the Arch Picnic for the families. Portage La Prairie Council No.17- is again being held together by older members. It does not have the good luck of having a Royal Arch Chapter in the building that is flourishing. The members must drive great distances. Education is included at most meetings; and the Officers and Members have a good rapport. It is always a pleasure to be in this Council. Crescent Lake Mariners Lodge No.14 have a Ritual Called the floating of the Arch Picnic, which is a family affair. Brandon Council No.10- meets the third Tuesday in February and November, ending the year on the first Saturday in December. The Recorder/Treasurer ably serves three bodies in this Lodge Building; Royal Arch, Cryptic and Preceptory. All three pool their financial resources. As a result, they have been able to stay afloat. Getting new members is also tough to get; and time Is often set aside to study new ways to enlist new members and try to rejuvenate the members that do not attend due to sickness, age and long distances. Their losses over the years due to death have not helped either. During the summer Lake Wahtapanah Mariners Lodge No.13 always try to have a Floating of the Arch picnic for family and friends. Again, despite their troubles there is fun and fellowship for the members that attend. Manitoba District Meeting was held in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba. All three Councils were represented by their members. Right Illustrious Companion Jack Fryatt was nominated and elected G.I.G. for Manitoba for 2018-2019, with the approval of Grand Council. Rt. Illustrious Companion, Clifford Hartmier was nominated for Principal Conductor of the Work, subject to the approval of Grand Council. I will submit a report on any other Casual Visits to the Councils that may follow this report. An apology to Rt. Ill. Rick Porter for no including the previous Annual Report in the Minutes of my District Meeting. Respectfully submitted, 23
Right Illustrious Companion Clifford C. P. Hardy, Grand Inspector General of Manitoba. Annual Report of The Grand Inspector General for Vancouver Island Right Illustrious Doug Paugh Remarks: This the last report I m giving too Grand Council before the February 28 th deadline, as I m going to Vancouver next week for some medical treatment and I expect to be there for 7 8 weeks. I have enjoyed my year so far very much. The three Councils are easy to get along with and always treat me with respect and friendliness and are very accommodating to give me any information I ask for. Unfortunately, I did not do an official visit to Adoniram Council, my own Council, because I was going to do it in February and will not be able to attend. I enjoyed taking part in Alpha Council & Acme Council installations with some very helpful assistance from RIC Ken Overy. Acme Council had 1 new member go through the SEM degree. I believe they have 2 companions who have taken the Royal Master Degree. They have a total of about 30 members. Alpha Council had 3 companions take the SEM degree. They have about 31 members. Adoniram Council had 2 companions take the SEM Degree and have 1 who has taken the Royal Master Degree. They have about 15 members. None of the Councils have large turnouts to their meetings but are quite stable and have key members who promote the Cryptic Rite. Adoniram had discussed closing a few years but with a few new members filling offices and some other prospects coming up for this new year, I think we are okay for the next few years. I would like to see more of the work done by memory, but a lot of the ritual is read. Some of the long-term companions are good with the memory work but few of the newer members have taken to memorizing the work. Several Companions from each Council in this district have indicated that they will be attending Grand Council in May this year. I m hoping to attend Grand Council but will have to wait until after my treatment to decide. Additional Observation: The Councils within this district unite to receive the Grand Master on his official visit, which received with many positive comments. The Councils performed the SEM Degree with a total of 6 candidates. The drama portion of the degree was performed with some reading and some have memorized their work. It should also be noted that there was music on this occasion with Ill. Companion Tim Yates which added flavour to the degree. The Councils also presented a cheque to the Grand Master for the Cryptic Rite Masonic Charities. This was deemed to be an excellent day for companionship within the Vancouver Island District. Annual Report of The Grand Inspector General for Saskatchewan 24
Right Illustrious Donald Onclin The Grand Inspectors General of Saskatchewan has only two Councils under his supervision, they Saskatchewan Council #6 in Regina and Zophiel Council #13 in Saskatoon. Saskatchewan Council #6 has only about 32 Companions on their roster and maintains an average attendance. We do know one thing the records are in excellent shape, primarily due to present Recorder/Treasurer. We have had no problems with this Council delivering all the required returns to the Office of Grand Recorder. They have no debts with the Grand Council. The Grand Inspectors General for this district was not able to report has regularly as he wished primarily due an unforeseen health issue about midway through his term. Zophiel Council #13 has 39 Companions on their roster and it likewise maintains their average attendance. Judging from previous GIG reports their records are in great shape, although this year, the Recorder has fallen behind for some reasons and we understand that there may be some personal issues. At the time this report was written the annual return had not been received. There are Companions attempting to recover the Council records and hope to make the necessary report. The GIG had problems in obtaining the necessary records for examinations and at the time of writing this report we see no change. We trust that once the Recorder has been replaced things will change for the better. Therefore, this Council has still filed their annual return nor have they paid the necessary fees. The dedicated Companions in an embarrassing situation with the Grand Annual Assembly being hosted by the Council. The Registration Chairman for this Assembly is VIC Dick Gutfriend of Saskatchewan Council #6. Annual Report of The Grand Inspector General for BC Lower Mainland Right Illustrious George Heggie 2018-2018 This GIG had the misfortunates of coming down with serious illness and remained in that situation during his term. No reports filed. The Councils within this Districts have all submitted their annual returns and fees to the Office of the Grand Recorder. From the perspective of the Office of the Grand Recorder, the three Councils within this district are doing quite well, and their returns are excellent and that in itself should well with the GIG knowing that they are on top of all their issues, if any exist. May 5 th 2017: Zabud Council No.1 installed by M.Ill. Companion David Grange. May 25 th 2017: Zarathan Council No.7 Select Master Degree. Received, Grand Honors were given. The degree was conducted in a most orderly manner. 25
Delivered a short paper on the connection between the HRA and the Select Master degree. Brought greetings of the Grand Master MI Companion Turner and reminded the Companion that our Grand Master would be present June 10 th at North Vancouver and would be joined by companions from Kamloops. June 10 th 2017: Zaphon Council No.8 - Visit of the MI Companion Grand Master Cryptic Rite Masons. R & SM of Western Canada. The Grand Master and his suite were warmly welcomed. Grand Honours were given and after a short business meeting, the council was called from labour to refreshment. (Lunch) On returning to labour the SEM degree was conferred on a number of candidates. September 28 th 2017: Zarathan No.7 - Official Visit I was warmly received with a goodly number of companions from the three councils represented. Grand Honours received, the business of the evening, to confer Select Master Degree. Four candidates for Zabud No.1. Greetings were given on behalf of the Grand Master. October 6 th 2017: Zabud No.1 regular meeting cancelled. (Thanksgiving Weekend). October 30 th 2017: Heart attack with various complications. November 3 rd 2017: Zabud No.1 emergent SEM conferred. The officers and companions delivered the goods when the going got rough. February 2 nd 2018: Zabud No.1 installed the officers for 2018 and much to my delight opened and installed officers of Royal Mariners Pacific Lodge No.1. In closing I have attached documentation from the other councils, and the minutes of the choice of GIG presided over by my Secretary VI Companion John Laing. My thanks to the Companions for placing their trust in me, I intent to start attending meetings as I gain in strength. Yours fraternally George Heggie - 26 th February 2018. Annual Report of The Grand Inspector General for BC Interior 26
Right Illustrious Albert H. Swityk The Grand Inspectors General for the BC Interior has two Councils under his direction, Zenith Council #16 in Kamloops and Cascade Council #18 in Creston. Zenith Council has 34 Companions on their roster and Cascade #18 has 18 Companions. The one comment made by RIC Albert Swityk was that both Councils have exceptionally strong Recorders and this plays an important role with their Councils and keeps them healthy with good prospects to the future. They also have exceptional leadership in their respective Councils. A combined meeting between Zenith #16 and Cascade #18 has brought about a renewed element to Cryptic Masonry in the Interior District. This meeting was held under dispensation at Revelstoke BC and the Royal Master Degree was completed on two Candidates. These candidates are not about to forget this day as the Grand Master was present and he commented that this was very enlightening and excellent timing. The Degree work was done in a very proficient manner, most from memory. This exercise was a huge success and there plans already was way to have a similar event for next year. RIC Swityk primarily focused, during his visits, on the Grand Master s theme, promoted the 2018 Annual Assembly at Saskatoon, SK, and encouraged the membership to participate in Grand Council Cryptic Rite. Charitable Foundation and the neck jewel that comes with it once $500.00 has denoted to the fund. An interesting note taken from the minutes of Cascade Council #18, where RIC Swityk s closing commented that the All-seeing appears throughout all levels of masonry and that we should govern ourselves according to its tenets. Report of the Grand Treasurer Bank Balance as of Feb. 28 2018 $12,377.88 Investments $28,524.60 Cost of operation in 2017 2018 year $6,931.74 Income for the 2017 18 year $9,291.70 2018 Budget is attached There was a profit of $2,359.96 in the past year. This was due to holding expenditures to a minimum and that a considerable amount of past due per capita was collected There will be additional expenditures in the next year as we endeavour to upgrade the Grand Officers regalia and standardize what is used in this jurisdiction. Also, if the motion passes, 2018 will be a short year and the per capita will not show until 2019 This will use up this year s gain and some of the coming years. Respectfully submitted; D.B. Russell PGM 27
Grand Council Budget Sheet 2018-2019 2018-19 2018-19 RECEIPT BUDGET DISBURSEMENTS BUDGET Past TIM Degree $280.00 Office $300.00 Rent Life Membership Recorder Honorarium $1,500.00 Dispensations $30.00 G.M. Honorarium $3,500.00 R.A.M. Cards $150.00 Treas. Honorarium $300.00 R.& S.M. Certificates $275.00 Regalia $500.00 Per Capita 500X16 $8,000.00 P.T.I.M. Certificates $75.00 Grand Proceedings $1,200.00 Interest $250.00 Bank Charges $60.00 Supplies to Councils $600.00 Phone Charges $30.00 Grand Session Postage $300.00 Miscellaneous $100.00 Printing & Supplies $900.00 Regalia Office Supplies $60.00 From L/M account Misc. $0.00 Recorder Travel Expense $400.00 Host Council $150.00 Advance To L.M. Account TOTAL $9,760.00 TOTAL $9,200.00 Surplus/(Loss) $560.00 MOTION MIC Donald Russell moved and seconded by RIC Ken Overy that the budget for 2018-2019 be approved by this Grand Assembly. Questions? NIL Motion Carried Greetings Most Illustrious Knight Companion Thomas Mortlock GCC Grand Sovereign of the Grand Imperial Conclave of Canada, who extended best wishes to the Grand Master and his officers and wished the incoming Grand Master the same success. Report of the Grand Recorder Most Illustrious Grand Master and Companions assembled: Historical Lesson Companions, the Grand Council of Western Canada R & SM, eighty years ago this month under the guidance of the TIMs of Cyrus Council 7 (now #2), Zadok Council 8 (now #3), Zohar Council #13 (now #4) and Alberta Provincial Council #15 (now 28
Alberta #5) called a Convention of Councils for the erection of an Independent and Supreme Council of Royal and Select Masters in and for WESTERN CANADA. This convention took place on May 10, 1938 at Acacia Freemasons Hall in the City of Edmonton. The convention nominated VIC Charles A. Hill to chair the meeting and MIC Melvin M Downey was nominated to act as the Secretary. This convention then moved forward with various motions that eventually gained its autonomy from the Supreme Grand Council headquartered in London, Ontario. Once those logistics were official, the convention then proceeded to officially endorse that in the opinion of this Convention it is in the best interests of Cryptic Masonry in Western Canada, that a Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters should be now erected in and for the Province of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia and the Canadian Territories west of Hudson s Bay. A further motion was presented, That the Councils of Royal and Select Masters, now represented in this Convention, hereby declare themselves to be, and do hereby erect and establish, The Supreme and Governing Body for Cryptic Masonry in and for the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia, and the Canadian Territories west of the Hudson s Bay, by the title of The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Western Canada. The Convention to Organize a Grand Council received nominations for the Pro Tempore for the various Grand Offices, with MIC Melvin M Downey nominated as Grand Master, VIC Charles A. Hill as Grand Deputy Master, RIC Frederick J. Hand as Grand Principal Conductor of the Word, IC Charles W. Lilley as Grand Treasurer, IC William T. Coote as Grand Recorder and others to the various offices. Just to keep the record straight, the above names Councils were not the only Councils that attended the Convention and the Grand Assembly, other Councils in Western Canada were in attendance and some were even represented by Proxy. On May 10, 1938 the First Assembly of the Supreme Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Western Canada was opened in due and solemn form under the direction of the Pro Tempore MI Grand Master Melvin M Downey. Several more motions were presented to the Assembly, voted and passed. MIC Melvin M. Downey then proceeded to install and invest the under noted officers for the upcoming year. Elected Officers were: MIC Grand Master VIC Charles A. Hill (2) RIC Grand Deputy Master RIC Frederick J. Hand (3) RIC Grand Principal Cond Work RIC George H. McKay (1) RIC Grand Treasurer IC Charles W. Lilley (4) RIC Grand Recorder MIC Melvin M Downey (5) RIC Grand Capt. of the Guard RIC Henry Sandilands (4) 29
RIC Grand Cond of the Council RIC Francis B Reilly (6) RIC Grand Chaplain RIC Rev Dr. Samual Fea (1) RIC Grand Marshall IC J. Edgar Rannard (5) RIC GIG Manitoba VIC William J. Motherall (2) RIC GIG Saskatchewan VIC Loy S. Sifton (6) RIC GIG Alberta VIC Joseph W Verge (3) RIC GIG British Columbia VIC Samual Harris (1) Appointed Officers were: VIC Grand Organist IC George Plasteras (6) VIC Grand Stewart Man IC A Gordon Hall (2) VIC Grand Stewart Sask IC J.O. Clarke (6) VIC Grand Stewart Alta IC James A. Dunn (4) VIC Grand Stewart BC VIC John A. Davies (1) VIC Grand Sentinel IC W. H. Smith (5) Immediately after the Installation and Investiture of the Grand Council Officers, several more motions were presented and passed, including the re-numbering of Councils, holding of the Grand Assembly in the month of May, payment of dues through the Grand Recorder, working rituals, suitable regalia for Grand Council & Councils, notification of the new Grand Council to other jurisdictions, working with existing Constitution, Rules and regulations until such time same can be developed for the jurisdiction and procurement of Grand Council seal. Let s take a moment and examine what the keys players of the new Grand Council did for this jurisdiction: Comp M.M Downey (5) Grand Master Ontario Grand Recorder 1938-1957 Comp F.J. Hands (3) Grand Master 1939 Comp J.E. Rannard (5) Grand Master 1941 Comp F.B. Reilly (6) Grand Master 1942 Comp H. Sandilands (4) Grand Master 1943 Comp J. Frances-Hughes (2) Appointed to Executive 1938 Grand Master 1944 Comp J.R. Flan (3) Appointed to executive 1938 Grand Master 1945 Comp Sam Harris (1) Grand Inspector General BC 1938 Grand Master 1947 Grand Historian 1948-1959 Comp C.W. Lilley (4) Grand Master 1948 Grand Treasurer 1938-1943 Grand Recorder 1958-1966 ` Comp G. Pasteras (6) Grand Master 1951. Grand Assembly closed in form on May 10, 1938 at 7:15 PM, 1939 Grand Assembly in Winnipeg, MB. This is the start of my third year as your Grand Recorder and it has been a challenge and I do trust that I am meeting your expectations, if not you as Councils have the tools to deal with me. I am still in the midst of compiling all the data on 30
computerized spreadsheets, which has been a challenge and I can honestly say that no one Grand Recorder can be blamed for the misgivings, I know, because I have already fallen into that trap of making the same mistakes. The trick is we must work from one source only, not several registers, the data must go directly do the computerized spreadsheet. The Annual Returns for 2017 have all been submitted and only one had not been submitted at the time of the writing of this report. The Grand Master and the Grand Inspector General are following up on why this return has not been submitted. In consultation with a Companion from that Council, there may be some under-lying conditions with the Recorder that is beyond his control or ours. This Companions has assured the Office of the Grand Recorder that action will be taken with the eventuality of maybe replacing that Recorder. Having witnessed the submission of Annual Returns in another Grand Body which I was part of, I have to wonder why we delay the submission of same. The information recorded on the return is only for the year that you are exiting and therefore it is reasonable that those returns could be submitted around December 31 or even earlier, so why not submit them as soon as possible? The grace period was put in place in the event of unforeseen circumstances which rarely occur. We need to avoid late submissions and should this continue the Grand Council may have no option but to assign a financial penalty for late submissions, and as many of you know, our Councils cannot afford this. Therefore, we need to work together and let s be thrifty, save money and let s make it work. When you receive your Annual Return form, save it on your computer as a Word document, pull it up on the screen, complete the necessary information, save again, and when ready to submit to the Office of the Grand Recorder attach it to your email message. There is no need to complete the form in hand-written form and there is no need to forward a hard-copy by snail mail. The only mailing you will be doing is sending the fees. Council summonses, we are finding that a few councils are not forwarding them to the Principal Officers and the Office of the Grand Recorder. Please ensure that the summonses are forwarded as outline in the Constitution, Rules and General Regulations. The nomination form has been changed, for reasons that the former had very little detail, such as address, phone numbers, email addresses, etc. This is important information to the Office of the Grand Recorder, the former nomination form required that it was necessary to retrieve same with some difficulty, the amended form will make this task easier. The new nomination form will be on the Grand Council Website. Attended the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons in Portugal this past March and I represented the Grand Master, MIC Robert Turner. Brought greetings on his behalf for the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada. This was apparently the first time a Canadian has visited the Grand Council Assembly of Portugal. They would certainly would like to see our return to their session in the 31
future. Their Grand Council is about t0 consecrate two new Councils. Their future looks bright and young Freemasons are joining. Attached are charts showing our membership for Royal and Select Masters (Chart #1) and Royal Ark Mariners (Chart #2) R. & SM MEMBERSHIP 2017 2017 2016 Start Finish COUNCIL Total Adm Aff Res Withd Susp Died Total 01 ZABUD 31 4 1 1 33 02 CYRUS 28 1 1 1 0 27 03 ZODAK 75 3 2 6 2 68 04 ZOHAR 102 5 1 2 94 05 ALBERTA 31 2 3 30 06 SASK 36 2 2 32 07 ZARTHAN 35 3 2 4 2 30 08 ZAPHON 23 1 2 22 10 BRANDON 15 1 14 11 ALPHA 31 4 1 34 13 ZOPHIEL 38 1 1 38 14 ACME 27 1 2 1 2 23 15 ADONIRAM 14 3 1 2 16 16 ZENITH 36 3 2 3 34 17 PORTAGE 15 15 18 CASCADE 17 1 18 529 TOTALS 554 25 2 1 25 15 14 528 32
RAM MEMBERSHIP2017 2017 2016 Start ADM RES AFF WITHD SUSP DIED Finish 01 Pacific Ocean 27 1 26 04 Lake Winnipeg 21 6 1 1 25 03 Bow Haven 65 4 2 3 2 62 02 Alberta 74 6 3 1 2 74 05 Ararat 30 3 3 30 06 Sask 27 3 4 1 2 31 07 Fraser River 25 1 2 1 23 08 Capilano River 22 1 1 2 22 13 L Wahtapanah 13 13 09 Pt August Lake 31 3 1 33 11 Lake Manitou 36 2 1 1 38 12 Strait of J de F 26 1 2 1 2 22 17 Georgia Strait 14 1 2 13 14 Thompson Rivr 32 1 3 28 14A Crescent Lake 12 12 18 Moyie Lake 16 16 31 6 20 7 13 Total 471 468 INVENTORY HELD BY G COUNCIL AS OF APRIL 30 2016 CHART #3 Past GM apron (new) to assigned to MIC Grange 2016 1 Past GM collar with jewel one to assigned to MIC Grange 2016 2 Past Grand Master collar no jewel 1 Past GIG new apron 1 Royal Ark Mariner apron (good) 1 Grand Officer apron (No insignia) 1 Past TIM Jewels (2 new & one older in fair condition) 3 Grand Marshal collar with Jewel 1 Grand Captain of the Guard collar with jewel 2 New Apron Cases 3 Past GIG Collars & jewel 18 SUPPLIES AVAILABLE FROM GRAND COUNCIL & PRICES CHART #4 1. Annual Proceeding (1 copy & 1 disc to each Council no chg) $7.50 2. CONSTITUTION, Rules & Regulations Available on Website only 3. R & SM Ceremony ritual with Dramatic Interpolations $6.00 4. R & SM dramas (1961 Red) $3.00 5. Installation R & SM $3.00 6. Ceremony of Elevation of Installation of Commander Noah $3.00 7. RAM Ceremony of Installation of Commander Noah $3.00 33
8. Petition for degrees form n/c 9. Petition for Royal Ark Mariner n/c 10.Past TIM Jewel (+ shipping costs) $95.00 11.25 year & 50 year pins $20.00 12.50 year jewel tba 13.Dues Cards blank n/c 14.Past Grand Inspectors General Jewel $75.00 15.Order of the Silver Trowel (Includes Certificate & Jewel) $40.00 16.Replacement Silver Trowel $10.00 17.Grand Council, opening, closing & Installation Ceremony $3.00 18.Dispensation to form a new Council $25.00 19.Other dispensations $5.00 20.Warrant of Constitution $50.00 21.Replacement of Warrant of Constitution $25.00 22.Registration of NEW Companion $7.50 23.Registration of AFFILIATED Companion $5.00 24.Annual per capita fees $12.00 25.Certificates (Companion, TIM, Etc) $5.00 26.Dispensation to form a new Royal Ark Mariner s Lodge $25.00* 27.Other dispensation in RAM $5.00 28.Registration of NEW Brother $7.50 29.Replacement Certificate/Card $5.00 30.Registration (Affiliates to RAM) $5.00 *Cost of Printing Warrant Grand Master declared the report as received. Report of the Financial Review Committee The Financial Review was completed with the Grand Treasurer on April 10, 2018 and all accounts were found to be in order. VIC David Boone, Chairman MIC Ron Beirnes MIC Don Russell Grand Treasurer Grand Master received the report. Report of the Finance Committee The Finance Committee had one meeting during the year at Bowmont Hall in Calgary. In attendance were the Grand Treasurer, Grand Recorder, Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, VIC David Boone, Chairman of the Finance Committee MIC Don Murray and financial reviewer RIC George Tapley. The main purpose of the meeting to set up the Budget for 2018-2019. We are pleased to announce that there will be no need for any adjustments to fees, as we believe that the 2017 Fee adjustments, approved the Grand Council will carry us for at least two to three years and maybe even longer. 34
The Finance Committee reviewed Article 18.1.f. which relates to the fiscal year for the Grand Council which is for the period February 28 to March 01. From an administrative point, this fiscal year makes somewhat cumbersome and times confusing which fiscal years some of entries belong to. The Finance Committee has put forward a NOTICE OF MOTION to amend this article and the fiscal year would be from January 01, to December 31. Many of the reporting periods already end on December 31 and the financials should be no different, this will greatly help the financial reviewers in carrying out their duty. Many thanks to MIC Donald Russell, the Grand Treasurer who keeps excellent books and keeps everything in line. Fraternally yours, MIC Donald Murray Chairman of the Finance Committee Grand Council Balance Sheet 2017-2018 2017-18 2017-18 2017-18 2017-18 RECEIPTS ACTUAL BUDGET DISBURSEMENTS ACTUAL BUDGET Past TIM Degree $320.00 Mar-April Deposits $0.00 Recorder Honorarium 1,500.00 1,500.00 Dispensations $0.00 G.M. Honorarium 3,500.00 3,500.00 R.A.M. Cards $52.50 Treas. Honorarium 300.00 300.00 R.& S.M. Certificates $22.50 Regalia 735.37 Per Capita $7,418.00 Grand Council Assembly 132.30 Expenses Rein/Affil. $6.00 GIC Investment P.T.I.M. Certificates $20.00 Grand Proceedings 0.00 Interest $0.00 Bank Charges 59.40 60.00 Supplies to Councils $247.50 Phone Charges 0.00 Rituals $325.00 Postage 42.98 Misc. $24.75 Printing & Supplies 135.81 Regalia $855.45 Office Supplies 0.00 Matured GIC $0.00 Misc. 225.88 Office Rent 300.00 300.00 Host Council Advance To L.M. Account TOTAL 9,291.70 0.00 TOTAL 6,931.74 5,660.00 Beginning Balance 10,017.92 Income 9,291.70 Income less Expenses 2,359.96 35
Expenses 6,931.74 Balance $12,377.88 LEDGER BANK Starting Balance 10,017.92 15,977.88 Income 9,291.70 3,600.00 CK Out SUB-TOTAL 19,309.62 No Dep Expenses 6,931.74 ACCT. BALANCE 12,377.88 12,377.88 DIFF 0.00 INVESTMENTS: 2017 8049537-33 Maturing Jul-04-17 2017 2.00% 3,121.80 8049537-27 Maturing May-02-18 2018 0.90% 7,688.50 8049537-29 Maturing May-02-18 2018 0.90% 6,053.20 8049537-34 Maturing 11-Dec 2007 3.80% 11,661.10 $28,524.60 Financial Review April 10-2018 David Boone Ron Beirnes MOTION MIC Donald Murray Chairman of the Finance Committee moved and seconded by VIC David Boone that the Grand Council Balance Sheet for 2017-2018 be approved by this Grand Assembly. Questions? NIL MOTION CARRIED Ill Brother William Fitzsimmons brought greetings from Ancient, Accepted Scottish Rite Alberta and extended best wishes and a successful Grand Assembly to the Grand Master and his officers and extended the same gratitude to the incoming Grand Master and his officers Report of Laws & Jurisprudence The only request received was regarding the formation of a Council in the Dawson Creek area. This was answered and the requirements were sent out. The difficulties as seen by the committee were outlined for their benefit. It was felt that there were a few requirements that were going to be difficult for them. But, the committee was hopeful that some of these could be worked out and that a Council could be formed in that area. 36
Respectfully submitted, MIC Don Russell RIC Geo. Tapley Report Received Report of the Grand Historian Thank you for the opportunity of performing the task of Grand Historian for 2017-2018. This report is a compilation of information taken from Council Meetings, District Meetings and GIG Reports. I am pleased to report that all 6 Grand Inspector Generals provided me with the necessary information as required as part of their duties. There is much happening in the Councils throughout Western Canada, all of which has been more than adequately by the GIG Reports; but there are a few items worthy of special mention. Several of the Councils are now including the drama sections when performing degree work. These sections are both impactful to the candidate and entertaining to the audience and having just become personally acquainted with these dramas within my own Council, I commend them to all Councils for their consideration. Right Illustrious Companion Swityk attended a meeting of Cascade Council #8 at Creston on May 27, 2017 at which demonstrated the correct way to wear our breast jewels, namely: PTIM closest to the centre of the chest, Silver Trowel next, and PWC Noah on the outside. And finally, I wish RIC Heggie well as he recovers from a heart attack during his year of office. Respectfully submitted Alan Goode Grand Historian 2017 2018 Report Received RECOGNITIONS KYCH MEMBERS Grand Master gave the appropriate recognition to the Companions who are associated with the Knights of York Cross of Honour (KYCH). He asked the members to stand and be recognized, which was about 85% of the room. He thanked them for their commitment to the Invitational Masonic Body. Recognition of the Grand Representatives in attendance 37
Grand Master called for the roll-call on the Grand Representatives present. There were 11 Companions who were registered as Grand Representatives. He reminded the Companions to sign the register. In attendance were: MIC DB Russell Canada (Eastern) RIC C Hartmier Israel RIC A Christoffersen USA Colorado RIC S Payne USA Indiana MIC D Grange USA Kentucky MIC R Turner USA Minnesota RIC N Marsh USA Nevada RIC J Collenutt USA North Dakota RIC K McKenzie USA Oklahoma RIC E Weiglet USA Pennsylvania MIC R Laronde USA Vermont Report of the Honours and Awards Committee To the Most Ill. Grand Master, Officers and members of the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada R & SM. Your committee received one nomination for the Grand Master s Service Award. This Award will be presented at the Banquet on Thursday night May 24. We would once again draw to the attention of the Members that there are two awards available namely the Grand Council and the Grand Master s Award. We would urge all the Councils too consider submitting the names of Worthy Companions for consideration. Sincerely and Fraternally, MIC David Grange & MIC Leonard Pickell, Chairman RIC Dick Gutfriend Saskatchewan Council #6 was the recipient of the Grand Master Award for 2018. The award was presented at the banquet held on May 24, 2018. 38
MIC Robert Turner pinning GM s Award on RIC Dick Gutfriend Report of Grievances and Appeals Nil Reports Report of Fraternal Relations & Foreign Correspondence Very few invitations were received from other jurisdictions. Any acceptance of visits, the Grand Master MIC Robert Turner has addressed them in his Grand Master s report which was presented earlier today. One invitation that is noteworthy, is the invitation from the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Portugal. The Grand Master permitted the Grand Recorder to visit their Grand Assembly and bring greetings on his behalf. Although the session was in Portuguese, one still understood what was taken place. The Grand Recorder brought greetings on behalf of the Grand Master and Companions of the Jurisdiction. Of interest is that the Grand Council of Portugal will have two councils, that were approved at this session. Jerry W. Kopp, Grand Recorder Report Received 39
Report of Regalia Committee No change to the regalia, except that some of the regalia that did not meet the standards of this jurisdiction has been destroyed. Legal replacement aprons will be ordered in the near future and hope to distribute the appropriate office, we will start with the GIG and then the Grand Stewarts. Chart #3 indicates Regalia held by the Office of the Grand Recorder, see the Grand Recorders Report Jerry W. Kopp Grand Recorder Report Received Report of the Ritual Committee Report from the Ritual Committee on the Royal Ark Mariners installation/investiture ritual. The 2016 reprint from 2006 had mistakes and wrong page numbers. We were asked as a committee to look into bringing the ritual back in line with 2006. We found that the investment of the IPWCN was in the wrong place and no ritual as to how he would be invested. It has now been moved, to what we believe the correct place which is after the W. Commander receives the Regulations, Warrant and gavel. The IPWCN is then installed before the other officers. The ritual is now in place for that to happen. Next was the Chaplain with the correct ritual in place. The Grand Recorder, RIC Jerry W. Kopp had rewritten the ritual and asked us to check to see if it was okay. With the above changes in place we the committee agree that we should remove the 2016 reprint and reprint with the above corrections. MIC David Grange Chair RIC Dick Gutfriend REPORT ON THE MOST ILLUSTRIOUS GRAND MASTERS ADDRESS 2018 To the Companions of the Most Illustrious Grand Council of Western Canada We welcome everyone to this Grand Assembly, especially those from Sister Jurisdictions. I have always believed that this report should be as short as possible. In that respect, MIC Turner has made it easy for me this year. We commend him for all the visitations he has made this year. He certainly has had a busy year. We also agree with his conferral of the title Rt. Illustrious on his District GIGs of the past year. 40
He has acknowledged those who have passed to the Grand Chapter Above with a solemn ceremony of remembrance last evening. He has extended his appreciation to those who assisted and accompanied him in the past year and have helped to make his year more enjoyable. All said and done, MIC Robert Turner has had a commendable year and on behalf of this Grand Council we thank him for his service and dedication. Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Past M.E. Grand Masters. MIC Donald Russell & MEC Donald Murray Final Credentials Report No. of Councils represented: 14 Total No. of Companions registered: 56 No. of Grand Council Officers registered: 22 No. of Grand Representatives: 8 No. of Visitors in attendance 4 TOTAL ATTENDANCE (Final): 60 Attested (RIC) Richard Gutfriend - Chairman Notice of Motions MOTION #01 Proposed amendment to Article 18.1.f. on the Const. & Regs. the Grand Council Finance Committee recently met to discuss financial issues and to examine the policy and procedures. An area of concern, is the current fiscal year for Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada, R & SM, which is March 1 st to the last of February. WHEREAS: year; Any annual returns submitted to the Grand Council office end on the calendar WHEREAS: Overlapping the fiscal year into two calendar years is somewhat cumbersome for the financial reviewers to make a proper evaluation; THEREFORE: The Grand Council Finance Committee moves or causes to be moved that Article 18.1.f. of the Constitution & Regulations be amended by removing February and inserting December. Questions? Nil 41
AMENDED: ARTICLE 18.1.f. to read after approved, Cause the accounts of Grand Council to be closed annually on the last day of December and submit them to the Financial Reviewers for their report to the Grand Executive Committee and Grand Council. MOTION CARRIED MOTION #02 NOTICE OF MOTION FROM 2017 SESSION RIC Richard Trippel moves or causes to be moved that Article 7.a) be amended by removing the wording Interior and replacing it with the words Kootenay to be known hereafter as British Columbia Kootenay District. MOTION TO AMEND MOTION #02 RIC Jerry W. Kopp moved and seconded by RIC Albert Swityk to amend the motion by leaving the Word Interior in the article and adding the word and Kootenay after Interior. CARRIED AMENDED MOTION TO READ Article 7.a) to be amended by adding after Interior the words And Kootenay CARRIED BUSINESS AND HONOURARY MEMBERSHIP PRESENTATIONS Honourary Life memberships presented to: MIC Richard McBride of Cryptic Rite Masons South Dakota MIC Thomas Harmon of Cryptic Rite Masons Wyoming Election/Installation of Officers A. Election of Officers Grand Master RIC Gerry Tetzloff Deputy Grand Master RIC Gerald Les Robinson G. Conductor of the Work RIC Cliff Hartmier Grand Treasurer MIC Donald Russell Grand Recorder RIC Jerry W. Kopp Grand Inspectors Generals o Manitoba VIC Jack Fryatt o Saskatchewan VIC Alan Goode o Alberta VIC David Boone o BC Interior VIC Fred Maides o BC Mainland VIC Neil Marsh 42
o BC Vancouver Is. VIC Harold Hayes Nominated Grand Financial Reviewers B. Installation of Officers MIC Robert Tayler [4] was called upon to be the Installing Grand Master; Installing Marshal VIC David Boone [3] and Installing Grand Chaplain VIC W.F. (Bill) MacKay [6]. The following officers were installed/invested. Office Name Installed/Invested Grand Master G.E.(Gerry) Tetzloff Yes Grand Deputy Master Les Robinson Yes Grand Principal Cond of Work Cliff Hartmier Yes Grand Treasurer Donald B. Russell Yes Grand Recorder Jerry W. Kopp Yes GIG Manitoba Jack Fryatt Yes GIG Saskatchewan Alan Goode Yes GIG Alberta David Boone Yes GIG BC Interior/Kootenay Fred Maides Yes GIG BC Lower Mainland Neil Marsh Yes GIG BC Vancouver Island Harold Hayes Yes Grand Chaplain Brian Hall No Grand Organist *Marvyn Rogers No Grand Capt. Of the Guard Wally Watts Yes Grand Conduct. of the Council Terry Gould Yes Grand Marshal Charles Slater No GStew Manitoba Albert H. Arbour No GStew Saskatchewan Cyril Scheske No GStew Alberta Lawrence Anderson Yes GStew BC Interior/Kootenay Kerry Whitefoot Yes GStew BC Lower Mainland Karl Ellingsen No GStew BC Vancouver Island Rick Sheldon No Grand Sentinel Norm Downs Yes Grand Historian Robert Taylor Yes VI Grand Marshal, then conducted the newly invested officers to their respective stations. Grand Marshal: In the name and by the authority of the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada R & SM, I proclaim the Most Illustrious Grand Master and the officers of this Grand Council, duly installed and invested for the ensuing twelve months and until their successors shall have been elected or appointed and installed or invested in their stead. IGM: MI Sir, the Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada, R & SM is now in your hands. Lastly, I present to you this gavel of authority and ask that you wield it judiciously and impartially at all times. 43
MIC G.E. (Gerry) Tetzloff Grand Master Grand Master Inaugural Address I want to begin by thanking M. Ill. Companion Robert Taylor for agreeing to be my Installing Grand Master, and to congratulate him and his cast of installing officers for a very well executed installation ceremony this afternoon. I also want to congratulate all of the Officers installed and invested this afternoon, some for the first time and others continuing in office. We are very blessed and fortunate to have such a group of talented and dedicated companions in our Order. I m also pleased to say that there was no hesitation when I asked them to serve as one of my Officers for the forthcoming year, which was a great feeling. I also want to congratulate M. Ill. Companion Robert Turner for an excellent year in Office, and a successful and productive Convocation under his leadership today. I also want to thank him for volunteering to become our Grand Historian, replacing V. Ill. Companion Alan Goode, who has moved onto become a Grand Inspector General. This is an important office and one to which MIC Turner is well suited, because of his particular interest in history, and we will look forward with pleasure to his future reports which I m sure will be productive. At this time, I personally feel a deep sense of pride, honour and good fortune at reaching this important milestone in my Masonic career, where I have served exclusively in the York Rite, for over fifty years now and I m thankful to all of the Companions in Western Canada for their support and confidence in allowing me to 44
reach this very important office. My mission over the next twelve months will be to carry on the fine traditions and leadership standards laid down by our past Grand Masters, for whom I have the utmost respect. This I have pledged to do to the best of my skill and ability. The Cryptic Rite Order has always held a fascination for me and I m sure that everyone who has ever proceeded through the Degrees of Cryptic Rite would agree that there are none more beautiful and interesting following through the completion of a story a Masonic allegory, the story of the Preservation of a Word. I have always believed in the Team concept in my experience with the belief that The whole is but the sum of its several parts and that no man is a pillar unto himself, recognizing that each player brings certain strengths to an organization and it is that collective strength that is the path to making a difference and I s proud to say to my personal knowledge, that we have in our midst, Companions with those special strengths all of which makes us a Grand Council to be reckoned with, alongside the Central and Eastern Grand Councils. To that end, I want to first single out our Grand Recorder, RIC Jerry W. Kopp, who is now well established in that office and doing an excellent job. He is a superb Administrator who operates what can be referred to as the nerve centre of the Grand Council where communication throughout the Councils of Western Canada, ebb & flow. To facilitate the administration of his office, Recorders please note that it is imperative that all established correspondence deadlines be met without delay and without excuse. Secondly to our Grand Inspectors General. They are extremely important to me and provide for a Grand Council presence among the Councils in their respective Provinces. Clear lines of communication between them and the Grand Recorder will be expected. They frankly represent me in each Province and they can count on my support and assistance wherever and whenever its needed. I would also ask each Grand Inspector General to familiarize themselves with the Cryptic Rite Charitable Foundation on the web and to explain and promote its value to their Councils with encouragement to make charitable contributions within their means. I would also expect them to be mindful of the importance of recruitment of new members, the lifeline of our Order, and ensure that every effort is made by their Councils to attract new members. Thirdly, Summonses are a very important Communication link between Councils and The Grand Council and I would ask the Recorders of each Council to ensure that copies are regularly forwarded to the Grand PCW, Deputy Grand Master and myself. Summonses provide us with an important method to determine the general health and welfare among the Councils, and respond or join important events such as Anniversaries, Field days, etc., if possible. Fourth, the Grand Council Website under the direction of the very able RIC Jim Whyte is considered to be of high value to Grand Council. Recorders please ensure that any items that may be of general interest are forwarded to RIC Whyte, who 45
will then make the ultimate decision of whether they qualify for entrance on the Web for the information of all concerned. My official travel itinerary is nearly completed and will be posted on the website in due course for your information. It will be a pleasure to revisit the Council venue s in Western Canada again. In conclusion, make every effort to ensure that your year in office is an enjoyable one as it will pass by quickly I can assure you, and always Think about Tomorrow Yesterday s Gone in your daily lives, try to follow these words to live by: Serve from the heart Love what you do Improve something today Deliver on commitments Have fun. Ask for help Make mistakes valuable. Thank you Companions Sincerely & Fraternally yours; MIC G.E. (Gerry) Tetzloff, Grand Master Grand Council of Cryptic Rite Masons of Western Canada R & SM Grand Council Closed Report of the Committee Appointments Grand Council 2018-2019 Grand Council Committees 1. Grand Executive: All elected Officers (GM, DGM, GPCW, Gr. Trea, & Gr. Rec) 2. Financial Review (Audit): David Boone & Ron Beirnes 3. Finance: Don Murray & David Boone 4. Laws & Jurisprudence: Don Russell & George Tapley 5. Warrants & Dispensations: Grand Recorder Jerry Kopp 6. Grievances & Appeals: Leif Hansen & David Boone 7. Condition of the Rite: Les Robinson & Jerry Kopp 46
8. Honours & Awards: Len Pickell & David Grange 9. Ritual: David Grange & Dick Gutfriend 10. Fraternal Dead: Grand Chaplain Brian Hall 11. Historian: Gr. Historian Robert Turner 12. Fraternal Relations: Gr. Recorder Jerry Kopp 13. GM Address: Gr. Treasurer Don Russell 14. Website Webmaster Jim Whyte 15. Grand Assembly 2019 & Credentials, Alberta Chairman: and Asst. Back Row L R: GIGs; RIC Alan Goode (SK); RIC Fred Maides (BC I-K); RIC David Boone (AB); RIC Jack Fryatt (MB); RIC Harold Hayes (BC-Van.Is) and RIC Neil Marsh (BC-LMLD) Seated: RIC Les Robinson (Deputy Grand Master); MIC Gerry Tetzloff (Grand Master 2018-19) and RIC Cliff Hartmeir (Grand Principal Conductor of the Work) 47
MIKComp Thomas Mortlock GCC 2018-2019 Grand Council Officers Back Row L-R: VIC Lawrence Anderson (AB GSt); RIC Alan Goode (GIG SK); RIC Fred Maides (GIG BC I-K); VIC Wally Watts (Grand Captain of the Guard); RIC David Boone (GIG 48
AB); VIC Terry Gould (Grand Conductor of the Council); RIC Jack Fryatt (GIG MB); VIC Kerry Whitefoot (BC I-K GSt); RIC Harold Hayes (GIG BC Van Is.); VIC Norm Downs (Grand Sentinel); RIC Neil Marsh (GIG BC Lwr Mnld); RIC Jerry W. Kopp (Grand Recorder) Seated Row L-R: MIC Robert Turner (Past Grand Master); RIC Les Robinson (Deputy Grand Master); MIC Gerry Tetzloff (Grand Master 2018-19); RIC Cliff Hartmier (Grand Principal Conductor of the Work); and MIC Donald B. Russell (Grand Treasurer) GRAND LODGE OF ROYAL ARK MARINERS OF WESTERN CANADA The Lodge was opened at 1:30 PM by Grand Worthy Commander Noah MIC Robert Taylor. Only order business is the installation/investiture of officers for 2018/2019. Minutes of the RAM were adopted with the Grand Councils Annual Proceedings. (NOTE: The constitution does not require any election as it provides that the officers of R & SM of Western Canada assume the counterpart officers in Royal Ark Mariners. MIC Robert Taylor P/Grand Installing Commander Noah installing Grand Commander Noah; VIC David Boone Grand Installing Marshal. The following Officers were installed/invested: Office Name Installed/Invested Gr. Comm. Noah G.E.(Gerry) Tetzloff Yes Gr. SW (J) Les Robinson Yes 49
Gr. JW (S) Cliff Hartmier Yes Gr. Treasurer Donald Russell Yes Gr. Scribe Jerry W. Kopp Yes Gr. Dir. Of Ceremonies Charles Slater No Gr. Senior Deacon Wally Watts Yes Gr. Junior Deacon Terry Gould Yes Gr. Chaplain Brian Hall No Gr. Guardian Lawrence Anderson Yes Gr. Warder Norm Downs Yes Grand Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners was closed at 3:15 PM. THE DEGREE OF THRICE ILLUSTRIOUS MASTER (Order of the Silver Trowel) This degree was presented on Wednesday May 23, 2018 and commenced at 3:00 PM and completed at 3:55 PM. Minutes of that meeting were adopted. Once again, RIC Eric Weiglet and RIC John Maloney (King) did an excellent and impressive display of the degree to the candidates. Thrice Illustrious Master Senior Warden Junior Warden Steward King Prelate Tyler The Degree was conferred on: RIC Dick Gutfriend MIC Robert Turner VIC William F. MacKay RIC Eric Weiglet RIC John Maloney RIC Eric Weiglet VIC Alan Goode #630 William Fitzsimmons Zophiel #13 #631 Norm Downs Zadok #3 #633 James Thomson Marshall Zophiel #13 #634 William Logan MIC George Bauder Three Prairie Grand First Principals Forcibly removed <<joke>> 50
Flag Barriers Paying the Piper Right side of Grand Council Left side of Grand Council Think about Tomorrow Yesterday s Gone Spoken by MIC G.E. (Gerry) Tetzloff Grand Representatives Grand Council to theirs Jurisdiction Counterpart from theirs DB Russell Canada East WJ Parsons RO Beirnes Canada Ontario DC Dockstader J Gomersall England PG Williams AR Wenslar Germany J Henderson C Hartmier Israel E. Ayalon Phillipine NVA Go W Spek Romania D McDonald Scotland ST Geddes B Johnstone South Australia Neil Weller USA AK USA AL BR Haller G Kickbush USA AR AG Hodge R Armitage USA AZ VJ Krone R Trippel USA CA DJ Spencer A Christoffersen USA CO PD Dumont USA CT ES Eby G Onyemaobi USA DC K Acquaah 51