Welcome!
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Victoria-Columbia Lodge No.1 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons has been proudly operating as an Emulation-Work Lodge since 1859. Located in Victoria, British Columbia, the Lodge was first Chartered by the United Grand Lodge of England, then later by the Grand Lodge of British Columbia (now known at the Grand Lodge of British Columbia & Yukon). Victoria-Columbia No.1 is older than Canada has been a country, and our Lodge is rich in history and tradtions.
Visitors to this website, particularly those men considering becoming a Freemason, are encouraged to enjoy and explore the information provided here, as well as the links to the Grand Lodge of British Columbia & Yukon and other Freemasonry online resources.
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Victoria Day Parade 2025 - Biggest Ever!
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The annual Victoria Day Parade on Monday, May 19th, 2025 was reported to have enjoyed the biggest attendance by spectators ever!
Smoky Locie was a featured float entry and a contingent of Shriners, Masons and the Masonic family marched, rode and displayed their pride in the craft.
For those who missed the parade, please click on the Smoky Locie picture for the Chek-TV coverage. There was an extensive feature on the Shrine Clown Unit, followed by the first coverage of the masonic procession at the 30-minute mark of the video. Victoria-Columbia's Past Master is one of the stars of the Shrine Clown Unit feature (guess which one??)! The masonic procession can also be seen passing the reviewing dais at the 1:13 minute section! (After launching the YouTube video, you can use the slider at the bottom of the screen to advance or go-back to any point in the video). Enjoy the video!
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Master's Greeting
Brethren,
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I am deeply humbled and profoundly grateful for the trust and confidence you have placed in me by electing me to serve as Worshipful Master of this esteemed Lodge.
Your faith in my ability to uphold the traditions and principles of Freemasonry is both an honour and a solemn responsibility. I assure you that I will dedicate myself wholeheartedly to the duties entrusted to me, striving always to lead with integrity, wisdom, and compassion.
Together, as brothers united in purpose, let us continue to strengthen the bonds of fellowship and further the noble work of our Craft. Thank you for this privilege to serve, and may the Great Architect of the Universe guide us in all our endeavours.
W.Bro Shayne H. Eldridge
Worshipful Master
