FREEMASONS IN YOUR LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD
VIMY LODGE No.97
2660 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, B.C.
WHO ARE WE?
Freemasonry is the oldest and largest fraternity in the world. This exclusive society derives much of its symbolism and structure from a history stretching back to the medieval stonemason guilds. Freemasonry has been part of British Columbia's history since 1859 when the first lodge was opened in Victoria. Freemasonry is not for everyone, but is it for you?
WHY JOIN US?
A Freemason is a man who uses the tools of moral and ethical principles to serve mankind. He is a man who has bound himself in a brotherhood that transcends the differences of religion, ethnicity, society, and culture. He shares the aspirations of men of good-will who seek to make themselves better than they are - not better than others.
ABOUT US
Vimy Lodge No. 97 was established in 1921. Composed of a group of men of high-quality and good moral standards. We strive for self improvement, dedication to society, our lodge and Freemasonry as a whole.
We believe in " making good men, better men"
What attracts a man to Freemasonry? Every man comes of his own free will and accord, with his own individual needs and interests. One man may join so that he can associate with other men who believe that only by improving themselves can they hope to improve the world. Another man may join because he is looking for a focus for his charitable inclinations. And yet another may be attracted by a strong sense of history and tradition. Many join simply because they knew a friend or relative who was a freemason and they admired that man’s way of living his life and his family values.
All who join and become active, discover a bond of brotherly affection and a community of mutual support.