The Beaches Lodge of Freemasonry

The Beaches Lodge of Freemasonry The Beaches Lodge No. 473 meets on the first Thursday of each month, except July and August; as always, all visitors are welcome.

The Beaches Lodge No 473 was formed in 1905 and originally met in a temple erected on Balsam Avenue near Queen Street. It's members today come from across Toronto to meet at the York Temple in Leaside each month, as well as attend many social events throughout the year.

It was Elections Night for members and officers at their first regular meeting in April, with many thanks to our scrutin...
04/03/2026

It was Elections Night for members and officers at their first regular meeting in April, with many thanks to our scrutineers from both Sunnylea and Caledonia lodges.

On the first Thursday of February, at our regular meeting, which was also Step-Up Night for the new officers, who effici...
02/06/2026

On the first Thursday of February, at our regular meeting, which was also Step-Up Night for the new officers, who efficiently and solemnly passed an excellent candidate and welcomed our newest FC Mason into the fratenity, we then proceeded to motor down the road to The Leaside Pub for an assortment of wings, nachos and fries to cap a great evening of fun and frivolity for the lodge.

The Beaches' officers, members and their visitors met at the first regular meeting of 2026 to raise our newest Master Ma...
01/09/2026

The Beaches' officers, members and their visitors met at the first regular meeting of 2026 to raise our newest Master Mason, who was very well prepared, and has been thoroughly enjoying his first few steps in Masonry, and expressed how grateful he was for the support and encouragement received.

At their last regular meeting of 2025, also the 100th anniversary of The Beaches Lodge tradition of providing a Masonic ...
12/05/2025

At their last regular meeting of 2025, also the 100th anniversary of The Beaches Lodge tradition of providing a Masonic Bible to its candidates, officers and members proudly initiated another excited young man, seen in the photo next to the WM, into the mysteries and privileges of the ancient craft. A few days prior, together with companions of King Cyrus, at the annual Christmas party held at The School, $725 was donated in the form of gift cards, which will be distributed to those in need by Metropolitan United Church downtown via our Chaplain.

At our regular meeting held in November, members, officers and visitors gathered to honour those lost in battle, and to ...
11/08/2025

At our regular meeting held in November, members, officers and visitors gathered to honour those lost in battle, and to appreciate the lessons contained within the annual solemn Empty Chair ceremony, as well as two pieces of education related to the Ontario District's Vimy Gavels - thanks to Peter Irwin and Derek McNulty - and the sacrifices made during The Great War (contained within an address provided by our Grand Master in 1914, with respect to why we were called to war), not to mention honouring a proud member with his 25 Year Pin, who also introduced a friend and member seeking to affiliate.

After a relaxing summer, we held our inaugural meeting as part of Toronto Don Valley District, and after enjoying refres...
09/05/2025

After a relaxing summer, we held our inaugural meeting as part of Toronto Don Valley District, and after enjoying refreshments in the lobby, and welcoming our DDGM, RWBro James Colley and several other distinguished visitors, then initiated the newest member of our lodge and closed in harmony.

On May 1st, the officers and members, together with many brethren from other lodges and districts, met at the temple on ...
05/04/2025

On May 1st, the officers and members, together with many brethren from other lodges and districts, met at the temple on Annette in the west end of Toronto to enjoy the Installation of the Master-elect and the Investiture of his officers for the ensuing Masonic year.

The officers and members of The Beaches Lodge held their OV in Claremont on Monday, which featured two young Masons pro...
04/02/2025

The officers and members of The Beaches Lodge held their OV in Claremont on Monday, which featured two young Masons proudly proving themselves, followed by a presentation by Lodge Historian RWBro Graeme Boyce on the complexity of the War of 1812 and the role of Masons, and Laura Secord. In his closing remarks, RWBro Daniel Fallows relayed to the brethren the importance of The Village at Black Creek and, in particular, the lodge room that is manned by volunteers (via The Heritage Lodge) who answer many thousands of questions from visitors each season. A great night, enjoyed by all, that began with a great meal.

At our February meeting, which was the lodge's annual Step Up Night, Bro Pineda was passed to the 2nd degree, and is now...
02/07/2025

At our February meeting, which was the lodge's annual Step Up Night, Bro Pineda was passed to the 2nd degree, and is now proudly looking forward to the next step in his journey. The evening was augmented by a wonderful and inspirational piece of Masonic Education, by RWBro Peter Sialtsis, who also provided this photo of the members.

On Friday, Nov 8, at a reception held at The School, members of the Craft - including MWBro David Cameron, Past Grand Ma...
11/12/2024

On Friday, Nov 8, at a reception held at The School, members of the Craft - including MWBro David Cameron, Past Grand Master, and RWBro Dan Fallows, DDGM, gathered to honour RWBro Prince Salvaraj, GSW, and VWBro John Holmes, Grand Steward, hosted by The Beaches Lodge.

At their regular November meeting, to honour those who fought and died in war, The Beaches Lodge first conducted the Emp...
11/10/2024

At their regular November meeting, to honour those who fought and died in war, The Beaches Lodge first conducted the Empty Chair Ceremony and then a Military Degree team, led by WBro Joseph Curry, raised Bro Jason Meyers.

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1100 Millwood Boulevard
Toronto, ON
M4H1A3

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(416) 425-0174

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