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Canadian Prime Ministers
Several Canadian Prime Ministers were Freemasons, including Sir John A. Macdonald, Sir John Abbott, Sir Mackenzie Bowell, Sir Robert Borden, and Richard Bennett.
November 23, 2025By Barry
Read MoreWindsor, Nova Scotia · Est. 1861
Brotherhood.Integrity.Light.
Discover the rich history and values of Freemasonry — a fraternity that has shaped lives and communities for centuries. Explore the principles of integrity, charity, and brotherhood that guide our members.
1717Freemasonry Founded
1861Lodge Established
165+Years Continuous
No.26GLNS Charter
01Lodge Identity
Welsford LodgeNo.26
Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada
Welsford Lodge is a Freemasons lodge that has been in continuous operation since 1861 in Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada. We meet on the 2nd Thursday of every month, usually at 7:30pm, except July and August.
To find more information on Freemasonry, it's best to reach out to a Freemason you know. If you do not know any, feel free to contact Welsford Lodge directly if you are in the Windsor, Nova Scotia area, or the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia if you are located elsewhere in Nova Scotia.
Regular Meetings
2nd Thursday · 7:30pm
Dark July & August
Location
Three Mile Plains Hall
4474 Evangeline Trl, Windsor NS
1861
In Operation
GLNS
Charter No.26
Speculative Masons
born from Operative Masons
Learning lessons from
the tools of our founders
Making Good Men Better
Since 1717
02What is Freemasonry
What is
Freemasonry?
"A Beautiful System Of Morality, Veiled In Allegory, Illustrated By Symbols."
This ancient definition encapsulates the three-fold nature of Masonic teaching — a moral framework, hidden in story and metaphor, revealed through the language of symbols that have guided craftsmen and seekers of truth for over three centuries.
The Moral Foundation
A Beautiful System Of Morality
Reminds us of God's system, or pattern, which He established for us to follow each day of our lives. That system is God's Moral Law — segmented into ten primary instructions that we know as The Ten Commandments.
The Hidden Mysteries
Veiled In Allegory
Reminds us that the Hidden Mysteries of Freemasonry can only be found and understood when we search our rituals, dictionaries and Holy Bibles for greater depth and understanding in those things deemed secretive in Masonry.
The Living Language
Illustrated By Symbols
Verifies the fact that Masonry is hidden and secretive. Like the symbols we display openly — our signs, words, grips, characters — each carry a definite surface meaning. Yet it is below that surface that we find the Spiritual, Material, Physical and intellectual allegories.
03Joining & Membership
An Introduction to
Freemasonry
Expressing a desire to join the fraternity is the first step to becoming a Freemason. What attracts a man to Freemasonry? Every man comes of his own free will and accord, with his own individual needs and interests.
All who join and become active discover a bond of brotherly affection and a community of mutual support — a practical extension of their own religious and social beliefs.
Why Men Join
Improve yourself to improve the world
A focus for charitable inclinations
A sense of history and tradition
Brotherhood and mutual support
A practical extension of your beliefs
Who Should Be a Freemason?
Can I become a Freemason?
Membership, in North America, is restricted to men over the age of 21 who are prepared to profess a belief in God. The expression in some rituals is "freeborn, of mature age and under the tongue of good report."
Of a candidate's beliefs, only three questions are allowed — and of these, only one must be answered in the affirmative: Do you believe in the existence of a Supreme Being?
Requirements at a Glance
Age
Men over the age of 21
Belief
A belief in a Supreme Being
Character
Of good moral standing
Free Will
Coming of your own accord
04Masonic Reading
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The Craft in the New World
Freemasonry arrived in North America with the earliest settlers, taking root in the colonies and shaping the values of a new nation built on liberty and brotherhood.
October 15, 2025By Barry
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The Symbolism of the Compass
The compass is one of the most recognized symbols in Freemasonry. It teaches us to circumscribe our desires and keep our passions within due bounds.
September 8, 2025By Barry
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The Lodge Room: Sacred Space
The lodge room is more than a meeting place. It is a representation of the world, and the work conducted within its walls is a reflection of our inner journey.
August 12, 2025By Barry
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Albert Pike and Morals & Dogma
Albert Pike's Morals and Dogma remains one of the most studied texts in Freemasonry, exploring the philosophical and spiritual dimensions of the degrees.
July 4, 2025By Barry
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The Three Degrees of Craft Masonry
The journey through Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and Master Mason represents a man's progression from rough to perfect ashlar — from the raw to the refined.
June 19, 2025By Barry
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Nova Scotia's Masonic Heritage
Nova Scotia has a rich Masonic heritage dating back to the 1700s. The province's early lodges played a vital role in building the social fabric of colonial life.
May 30, 2025By Barry
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The Working Tools of a Mason
From the gavel to the plumb line, the working tools of Freemasonry are rich with allegorical meaning, each one a lesson in how to shape our character.
April 14, 2025By Barry
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Charity: The Third Great Principle
Freemasonry's three great principles — Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth — find their most visible expression in the fraternity's long tradition of charitable giving.
March 22, 2025By Barry
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Famous Freemasons in History
From Mozart to George Washington, Freemasonry has counted some of history's most influential figures among its membership, shaping art, politics, and culture.
February 10, 2025By Barry
Read More05Values & Civility
Making Good Men Better — Since 1717
The Art of Civility
ci·vil·i·ty — formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech.
Ask Yourself These Questions
1.
Does this need to be said?
2.
Does it need to be said right now?
3.
Does it need to be said by me?
"I hope we can treat each other with civility and respect."
A Freemason's Aspiration
The Four Pillars of Civility
Then apply these principles to every interaction
I Pillar
Drop All Assumptions
Enter every conversation with an open mind and a willingness to understand the other perspective.
II Pillar
Set Honest Goals
Be clear about what you hope to achieve. Honest intentions lead to honest conversations.
III Pillar
Listen Actively
A skill that must be learned. True listening means hearing what is said — and what is not.
IV Pillar
Keep Returning
Civility is not built overnight. Return to the conversation. Patience builds bridges.
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Three Mile Plains Hall
4474 Evangeline Trl, Windsor NS