An Invatation to Join

THE ELKS OF CANADA

 

MISSION STATEMENT

A National and Charitable Organization
Promoting and supporting community needs through
The volunteer efforts of local Lodges.
 

 

HISTORY OF THE ELKS

The Elks of Canada was founded September 26, 1912 and incorporated under a special Dominion of Canada Charter. The first lodge was established in Vancouver, B.C. The first Officers and members of this lodge expanded the Elks organization across Canada. Charles E. Redeker was one of these members and became the first National Leader of the Elks of Canada.

With determination and hard work the largest, all Canadian, Fraternal organization in Canada was developed.
Prior to 1912 an Elks organization flourished in the United States. The Elks of Canada are not affiliated with the American Elks, but we share a common history and enjoy a friendly relationship.

The founding of the Elks in the U.S. came about through a group of actors and entertainers led by Charles A. Vivian, an Englishman. They chose the name Elk because of the animal's stately qualities. The framework of the organization was developed at a meeting in New York on February 16, 1868. The Elks spread rapidly across the U.S., becoming one of the most respected and successful organizations in the United States of America. It was only natural to base the Elks of Canada on such a fine example.

The Elks of Canada have grown to over 300 lodges with more than 20,000 members.

We are committed to our Vision of being the most progressive family focused organization in Canada, meeting community and member needs and expectations. Over the years we have made changes to realize this Vision. In 1998 a referendum was passed by the membership removing the word male from the Constitution, permitting women to join the Elks.

The qualifications to become a member of the Elks are: Any person of good reputation, a believer in a Supreme Being, an adherent of lawful government and having attained the age of majority as established by the province or territory in which the Lodge is located.

Members are initiated by their home lodge and automatically become members of the National

 Order. Members will receive a warm welcome in any lodge they choose to visit. Think of it as a network of friends across Canada.

All applicants must complete a membership application (below) and be proposed by a member, in good standing at a regular meeting of a Lodge. Membership fees are collected and a ballot/vote upon the admission of the candidate is taken. (Fees are determined by each local Lodge).

Once approved each member is initiated into the Elks by the use of a special and meaningful ceremony. Once initiated they are entitled to all the privileges of membership in the Elks of Canada.

The men and women of the Elks of Canada promote and support community needs across Canada with national and local programs such as: our National - The Elks and Royal Purple Fund For Children, the Drug Awareness Program, the Literary and Poster Contest, Senior Citizen Homes, Hospitals and Building Projects, Sports Groups, Camps, Playgrounds and Community Centres.

PROVINCIAL PROJECTS

BC - The Elks Family Hearing Resource Centre,
B.C. Children's Camp Society
Alberta - The Institute for Stuttering Treatment and
Research
Saskatchewan - Saskatchewan Pediatric Auditory
Rehabilitation Centre
Manitoba - Manitoba Elks Preschool Auditory
Rehabilitation Centre
Ontario - Ontario VOICE, Camp Tillicum
Quebec - Cochlear Implant Program
Nova Scotia - Local and Community Directed
Programs _ - N.B.IP.E.I. - NB/PEI Elks & Royal Purple Deaf Camp
NFLD./Labrador - Deer Park Integrated School
North west Territories - Local and Community
Directed Programs 
Yukon - Local and Community Directed Programs

 
 

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
 

I, apply for membership in the
Elks Lodge No.

I have never been a member of the Order.
I was a member and am applying for re-instatement.
I am a member of another Lodge applying to join another Lodge as a plural member.

My Address is:

Street / Box No
City 
Province
Postal Code
Phone (Residence)
Phone (Business)

Date of Birth

References:
1.

(Name)

(Address)

(Phone, include area code)
2.

(Name)

(Address)

(Phone, include area code)

 

1. Do you believe in the maintenance of law and order?  
    Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence?  
    If Yes, please explain:



2. Do you believe in a Supreme Being?
3. Are  you willing to assume an obligation that will not conflict
    with your duties to yourself, family, your religious belief or
    political opinion?
4. Have you ever been proposed for membership in any other
    Elks Lodge?
    If Yes, what Lodge and with what results?

I have read all the questions, answered them completely, and do verify that my answers are true and will abide by the rules of the Order, if accepted.

Please check the appropriate categories you are interested in or have a specific talent in.
Finances Computers Public Speaking Fund Raising
Communications
Sports (Types)
Other (List)


What is you present occupation?

Do you think you would like to become an Officer or a member of a committee?
(Not mandatory)

Please list the name of any other organizations that you now, or have belonged to and any offices or committee positions held in these organizations.



Important: Our organization has prospered since 1912 because of the high calibre of members who have joined. They have been interested in the fellowship provided, and in helping those less fortunate. We urge you to become knowledgeable about the organization, to become active in our work ant to assure the continued strength of our Order through proposal of your friends as members. Please consider yourself an ambassador of the Elks and part of the Membership Committee.

                 

Elks Canada