Semi-annual Philalethes Conference, Toronto,

September 28, 29, 30, 2000

The John Ross Robertson Chapter of the Philalethes Society recently announced that it will host the semi-annual meeting of the International Society in Toronto at the Royal York Hotel, September 28, 29, 30 2000. The International Society’s President is Nelson King, of Toronto, and is the second Canadian to hold that office. It is expected that 150 delegates from several countries will attend at this time of year when Toronto experiences warm days and cool evenings, and when the Autumn colours will be at their peak.

The meeting is open to all Masons, their spouses, and/or non-Masonic friends, and will be comprised of a day of international speakers addressing many issues of Masonic concern. The plans are for hospitality Thursday evening (7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.)  Friday is a free day to enjoy the sights and sounds of Toronto with more hospitality in the evening.  On Saturday, two speakers in the morning and two in the afternoon will address the Conference.  The speakers will be followed by a panel, chaired by President Nelson King with discussion from the floor.. All presentations will be audio-taped by AUDIO ARCHIVES & DUPLICTAORS, INC., and tapes will be available for sale within minutes of the conclusion of each speaker. The traditional gala evening Feast will be held in The Ballroom of the Royal York, Hotel to close Philalethes 2000.  We will be honoured to have Wallace E. Mcleod chair this event.

For the free day we recommend that you treat yourself at the revolving360 Restaurant in the tallest free standing structure in the world.  Visit the Hockey Hall of Fame.  Shop in the largest underground shopping Centre in the world (8 km's of aisles and over 1000 outlets).  All this is within walking distance of the hotel.

Registrations are being handled by Gordon McHallam, 10 Lakeland Cres., Scarborough, ON, Canada M1G 2L3. His home phone number is (416) 439-8104 and his e-mail is andy.mch@sympatico.ca .

Go to www.freemasonry.org\toronto2000 for a copy of the registration form.

NOTE:

Special rates have been negotiated with Air Canada. When booking your flight Quote CV-002009.  The Royal York Hotel is looking forward to hosting our function and each delegate must make their own hotel reservations. You can call them at 1-800-441-1414. Identify the Philalethes Society when you make your reservation.

The Philalethes Society is an International Masonic Research Society founded in 1928, by a group of Masonic students desirous of seeking and spreading Masonic light. There are over 4000 members world-wide.  The local chapter and host of this event is headed by Bro. William Thompson, President, John Ross Robertson Chapter of the Philalethes Society.