May Regular Meeting: Elections and "Guiding Lights" Appreciation Night
2025-05-01 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | Ottawa Masonic Centre, 2140 Walkley Road, Ottawa, ON, K1G 3V3, Canada
We conduct our elections and with the theme “Guiding lights” we have an appreciation night for celebrating the contributions of our living past masters and to present an award to one of them in recognition of his legacy.

June Regular Meeting: Installation Night
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:30
Annual installation ceremony.

November Regular Meeting: Empty Chair Ceremony
2025-11-06 19:00 - 21:30
Join us for a solemn and meaningful Empty Chair Ceremony followed by an evening of fellowship.
Empty Chair Ceremony: The evening will begin in our Lodge Room at 7:00 p.m. with a poignant Empty Chair Ceremony. A heartfelt tribute to our brethren who are no longer with us.
Work of the Night (1st part): At 7:00pm, the first part of our lodge’s work will commence. This includes:

Opening ceremonies
Conducting essential lodge business
Closing ceremonies
A brief recess

Open Chair Ceremony (2nd part): At 7:30pm, we will host the Open Chair Ceremony, featuring Master of Ceremonies Bro. L. Zaporzan and a Guest speaker to be announced.
Festive Board: Concluding the evening at 8:30pm, join us for a delightful featuring a lighter buffet of beef stroganoff and a chicken dish.
Don’t miss this special event as we honor our fallen brethren and celebrate camaraderie and brotherhood in Freemasonry. Reserve your seat today!

December Regular Meeting: Candlelight reading of The Old Charges
2025-12-04 18:00 - 21:30
Join us for an evening of light, tradition, and fellowship as we welcome R.W. Bro. Abraham Garcia, District Deputy Grand Master for Ottawa District 1, on his Official Visit to St. Andrew’s Lodge No. 560.
Candlelight Reading of the Old Charges
The evening will feature our annual Candlelight Reading of the Old Charges, a cherished St. Andrew’s tradition held once a year to honour the heritage and moral foundations of Freemasonry.
According to our Constitution, these Charges are to be read to all newly made Masons, and we present them in a solemn candlelit setting that transforms the experience into a memorable celebration of our Craft’s ancient customs.
Festive Board — 6:00 p.m.
Begin the evening with our traditional roast beef buffet dinner and enjoy the fellowship of visiting Brethren before Lodge is opened.
Work of the Night (First Part) — 7:00 p.m.
The first part of our Lodge work will include:

Opening the Lodge
Reception of the District Deputy Grand Master on his Official Visit
Conducting essential business
Calling off the Lodge

Candlelight Reading of the Old Charges — 8:00 p.m.
Following a brief recess, the Lodge will be called on for the Candlelight Reading of the Old Charges, a cherished St. Andrew’s tradition held once a year to honour the heritage and moral foundations of Freemasonry.
According to our Constitution, these Charges are to be read to all newly made Masons. At St. Andrew’s, we present them in a solemn candlelit setting, transforming the experience into a memorable celebration of our Craft’s ancient customs.
Registration
All Masons are welcome to attend the meeting.
Please note that RSVP is required for the Festive Board due to limited seating.
Register by Saturday, November 29 at 12:00 p.m. by purchasing your ticket. A confirmation will be sent to those who secure a seat.

February Regular Meeting: Burns Night Supper
2026-02-05 19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a traditional Burns Supper featuring haggis, neeps, and tatties, while immersing yourself in Scottish culture. The evening will also include a recitation of Robert Burns’ poetry and songs, bringing a touch of Scottish tradition to the event.
