how to join

• Be a man of at least 21 years of age.
• Be of good moral character.
• Have a personal belief in a Supreme Being (the definition of a Supreme Being is a personal matter for each individual).
• Decide to become a Mason of "your own free will and accord" without expectation of any material gain or benefits.
• Be loyal to your country.
• Be dedicated to providing for your own family.
• Have a sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that will earn the respect and trust of others.
• Possess a desire to help others through community service and universal benevolence.

• Talk with someone you know who is a Freemason - why not start with someone at Fairhaven Lodge?
• Masons do not usually solicit for members. You'll need to express your personal interest in joining Freemasonry.
• You may be invited to meet with the Lodge Committee or selected Members to discuss your application and to answer your questions.
• Subject to you being considered eligible and properly motivated you will be asked to complete an application for membership and return it to the Lodge Secretary.
• Your application will be presented to a Lodge Meeting and a secret ballot conducted in which Members vote on your suitability. You will be notified of the result and if favourable will be given a date when you will join the Lodge.