Fraternal Orders

Voluntary nonprofit associations, also known as fraternal societies or benefit associations, that are organized for the mutual aid and benefit of their members. Fraternal orders have a lodge system of organization, a representative form of self-government and do business in confidential meetings which often involve secret ritual. They generally provide death benefits and, in some cases, benefits related to accident, illness or old age, mainly through a form of insurance known as fraternal insurance; and many undertake community improvement, educational, religious or other charitable projects as part of their activities.

 

Services

Local Hamilton chapters of the International Order of Odd Fellows, a fraternal organization that supports the local community through promoting charity, fellowship, and faith.

An international fraternal organization that supports the local community through promoting charity, fellowship, and faith.

Branch of Freemasonry designed to supplement and amplify the philosophical teachings of Craft Lodges.

Downtown Hamilton branch of Freemasonry. Also offers rental of their banquet halls (capacity 350 people) for meetings and events.

Branch of Freemasonry designed to supplement and amplify the philosophical teachings of Craft Lodges.

An international Catholic fraternal service organization that provides charitable services and promotes Catholic education and public policy positions.

Fraternal organization whose members share a common goal of helping each other become better men. Masons are encouraged to be actively involved in their communities.

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