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FEZ SEZ
Al Azhar Shriners, 5225 – 101 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T3L1S4 Phone: 403-239-0030 Fax: 403-239-4334 Email: [email protected] Website: www.al-azhar.ab.ca
FROM YOUR POTENTATE
Dear Nobles and Ladies, 2014 has been a great year for Al Azhar. We have had a number of great, well attended “events” at the Centre. Chinese New Year, Patrol 300 Club Dinner, Swing into Spring, Vintage Car Club Show and Shrine, Air Corps Pig Roast, Lobsterfest, Halloween Howl, Grey Cup Party, Christmas Potluck (hosted by the Tins) and the Patrol Children’s Christmas Party. Not only did these events afford the Nobles and their Ladies the opportunity to socialize but also gave us the opportunity to promote the Shrine and its philanthropy to non-Shriners. Our visibility in Southern Alberta was strong through our participation in numerous parades this past summer. Our visibility was enhanced by the Odyssey Tour (Fezmobile) in Red Deer, Canmore, Banff, Medicine Hat, High River and at the Shrine Centre. Our clubs and units are to be commended for their support of community parades throughout Southern Alberta. Al Azhar made our presence known at events outside of Southern Alberta. We had a strong showing at Imperial in Minneapolis. We should all be proud of the Mounted Patrol for their participation at Imperial. We had another strong showing at the Summer PNSA in Boise. (I probably should have had larger room for the hospitality suite!) Of course, Al Azhar participation in the SHC Open Golf Tournament in Las Vegas was “second to none”. The Joint Ceremonial in Red Deer was a success. Not only were we able to “hot sand” 9 Nobles but we were able to socialize with the Nobles and Ladies of Al Shamal and our Deputy Imperial Potentate, Imp. Sir Jerry Gant, and his Lady, Lisa. On the membership front, there is good news, sad news and bad news. The good news- 11 creations, 4 affiliations and 2 restorations. The sad news- the “black camel” took away 14 of our Nobles. The bad news- 4 to 6 demits and up to 10 suspensions for non-payment of dues. We all need to continue to make the “Al Azhar experience” value-added for all our Nobles. Our support of our philanthropy remained strong this year. Donations to SHC Canada and the Patient Transportation Fund are about $85,000 and $45,000 respectively. Al Azhar also made a significant donation to the SRCF Learning Centre and other donations to 6 “youth oriented” organizations which helps with our visibility in Southern Alberta. Our financial position remains solid. We have a strong investment account and should show a modest “cash profit” for the year. I would be remiss if I did not express my heart-felt thanks to Lady Victoria for all her assistance and support in 2014 particularly her successful Quilt Raffle. I could not have had an enjoyable and successful Potentate year without it. On behalf of your Divan, I express our sincere thanks to our clubs, units and individual Nobles and Ladies for supporting Al Azhar in 2014. You all share in Al Azhar’s success. Let’s build on this success in 2015. Shrine on for the kids Brian Shimmons
Inside: P2 – Annual General Meeting Notice; P4 -Recorder’s Ramblings; P5 – Upcoming Events; P9 Breakfast with Santa Photos
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AL AZHAR SHRINERS SOCIETY OASIS OF CALGARY, DESERT OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
AL AZHAR SHRINERS SOCIETY will hold its Annual General Meeting
on Saturday, January 17th, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. sharp, at the Carriage House Inn, Calgary for the transaction of business as follows:
1. Potentate’s Opening Remarks 2. Receiving Visitors 3. Receiving Annual Reports 4. Discussing/approving 2015 Budget
5. Election of Divan Officers 6. Election of Trustees (3) 7. General Business 8. Closing Remarks
A special presentation from the SRCF Learning Centre Calgary will be made to Al Azhar immediately following the close of the AGM
Installation/Fezzing of the new Divan will occur at 4pm on January 17
Wear your fez and a smile (Also bring your dues card. You need it for admission!)
Attest: Yours in the Faith J. Garth Border, Recorder Brian Shimmons, Potentate Hospitality Suite Hours January 16 – 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Desert Palms Room January 17 – 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. and 10:30 – Midnight Lincolnshire Room Camel Herders Breakfast & Degree January 17 – 7:30 am to 9am
Your 2014 Divan POTENTATE BRIAN SHIMMONS P: 403 949-4490 E: [email protected] CHIEF RABBAN ROBERT NEWMAN P: 403 948-6161 E: [email protected] ASSISTANT RABBAN BYRON NELSON P: 403 253-6659 E: [email protected] HIGH PRIEST & PROPHET KARL FRASER P: 403-312-2545 E: [email protected] ORIETAL GUIDE ERNIE HILLAND P: 403-995-5552 E: [email protected] RECORDER GARTH BORDER P: 403 239-0030 E: [email protected] TREASURER JIM HENDRY P: 403-281-3814 E: [email protected] DIVAN ADVISOR GORDON BREWER P: 403 241-7713 E: [email protected]
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CALL FOR DIVAN/TRUSTEE NOMINATIONS
The Election of Al Azhar Divan members and Trustees will be held at our AGM in January 2015. Those with an interest in letting their name stand for any Divan position, particularly Oriental Guide, Treasurer or as a Trustee are encouraged to let the Recorder know of their intentions as soon as possible. Strong leadership and advisory teams means a strong Al Azhar
Imperial Council Law:
ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND IMPERIAL REPRESENTATIVES Articles 24 and 25, the Imperial by-laws 324.5 Notice of Meetings unless a longer time is specified in these By-laws, not less than one week’s notice must be given of the time and place of all meetings and ceremonial sessions. 325.4 When elected, each Temple must elect its Officers and Representatives at its Annual Meeting. 325.5 Ballot. Election of Officers shall be by a majority vote of those present and voting. When there is more than one candidate for election to a particular office, a separate written ballot is required. A blanket ballot is prohibited. 325.6 Time of Election. Nominations must commence not later than 9:00 p.m. and when that hour arrives all other business must cease and none may be transacted until the election is concluded. 325.8 Nominations. Candidates of officers and Representatives must be placed in nomination from the floor. Nominating committees are prohibited. 325.10 Representatives. (a) Where a Temple elects more than one Representative, all candidates must be balloted for on one written ballot. (b) Each member voting must vote only for the total number of Representatives to be elected; otherwise his ballot cannot be counted as a vote. (c) A majority vote of those present and voting is necessary to elect each representative. (d) Only those candidates who received a majority vote shall be declared elected. (e) Successive written ballot must then be taken in the same manner on other candidates until all Representatives are elected. (f) If more candidates receive a majority vote than the number of Representatives to be elected, then those receiving the greatest number of votes shall be declared elected. (g) Blank ballots are not votes. 325.11 Election Regulations. (a) Electioneering. A candidate for an elected office in a Shrine temple may print, publish and circulate during the year he is seeking the elected office, a resume consisting of his educational background, his vocational history, and his Masonic and Shrine record. Except as provided in the prior sentence, the printing, publication, circulating or distribution of resolutions, letters, telegrams, tickets, email or other devices, by a unit, club, Noble, or group f Nobles, suggesting, recommending, opposing, or containing the names of proposed candidates for office in the temple is prohibited. (b) Expenditures Prohibited. The expenditure of money for gifts, favors, or entertainment on behalf of a candidate for elected office is prohibited. (c) Violation. For any violation of (a) or (b), the Imperial Potentate may suspend any offending Noble, and he may declare the election of officers void and order a new election. (d) Notice. At least one week prior to the annual meeting of any election, the temple Recorder shall mail to each member a notice thereof containing this section.
The Imperial Council Law requires that you present your card for attendance at this meeting.
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RECORDER’S RAMBLINGS
Nancy Laberge’s CD “Write From The Heart“ is now available, at our request, here at the Shrine Centre. The purchase price is $15.00.
It has the song, Holy Moly Christmas on it as well as 10 other songs written by Nancy. A portion of each sale of a CD or download off the internet of Holy Moly Christmas results in a contribution to our Shrine Hospitals.
Nancy will be at the Shrine Hitman Hockey game on January 25 to tell her story as a patient helped by the Shriners.
Nancy has recently been to our Canadian Hospital in Montreal, the Shrine Chicago Hospital, the Sacramento and Los Angeles hospitals as well.
Her CD would make a nice stocking stuffer or gift for your friends or relatives, and does have a reference in the credit notes to the Shriners.
CAMEL HERDERS BREAKFAST
CARRIAGE HOUSE INN
JANUARY 17th, 2015
7:30 A.M.
Cost: $35.00 Candidates (meal included)
$20.00 members
For tickets please call the Keeper of the Pile,
Noble Howard Langdon (403) 620-7149
Stablemaster Brian Shimmons is looking forward to seeing the Nobles
come out for the Degree and join in the fun!
LOST IN THE DESERT
If you have a current address or
phone number for any of the following please contact the Recorder’s office
Name Last known location
Konczak, Walter Okotoks Shapka, Steve Calgary
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Upcoming Events
Unit/Club Meeting Dates & News
Al Azhar Units Al Azhar Shrine Clubs
Air Corps 7:30 p.m. 2nd Wednesday Athletic Club (Rutters) contact the Ramses for dates Clown Unit 7:30 p.m. 1st Thursday Directors Staff 7:30 p.m. 4th Thursday Greeters As called Legion of Honor TBa Mounted Patrol 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Oriental Band 7:30 p.m. Thursday Provost Corps 9:00 a.m. 4th Saturday Sabre Patrol (Call Swordmaster for date) Shrine Patrol 7:00 p.m. Mondays Tin Lizzie Corps 7:30 p.m. 3rd Tuesday Vintage Cars 7:30 p.m. 3rd Tuesday Medicine Hat Clown Unit – Last Monday of month
Alpine Shrine Club 1st Tuesday Big Country Shrine Club 4th Tuesday Foothills Shrine Club 4th Wednesday Lethbridge Shrine Club 1st Wednesday Medicine Hat Shrine Club 3rd Wednesday Red Deer Shrine Club 3rd Wednesday Wild Rose Shrine Club 1st Wednesday
SHRINE OFFICE CLOSED December 24 – January 5 ANNUAL MEETING January 17, 2015 POTENTATE’S EVENING January 17, 2015 EAST WEST SHRINE HOCKEY CHALLENGE January 25, 2015 CHINESE NEW YEAR Feb 28, 2015 300 CLUB DINNER April 10, 2015
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AL AZHAR SHRINERS
2015 POTENTATE’S EVENING
Honouring
Noble Robert Newman
The 2015 Divan and their Ladies
Saturday, January 17, 2015
Carriage House Inn
9030 Macleod Trail South
Call (403) 253-1101 for Room Reservations
$75.00 per person
Tickets are available at the
Recorder’s Office
Call: (403) 239-0030 to reserve tickets
Or e-mail your request to:
Deadline for all ticket sales –
January 9, 2015 (no exceptions please)
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Rooms have been set aside at the Carriage House Inn for January 16th & 17th for those attending the Potentate’s Evening Call 1 (403) 253-1101 for reservations. Please be sure to ask for the block booking under Al Azhar Shrine Potentate’s Ball - January16/17, 2015 Rates: Standard $139.00 + tax Superior $139.00 + tax Executive King $189.00 + tax Executive Suite $279.00 + tax
Cut off for the block of rooms is Monday, January 5th
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ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
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EAST WEST SHRINE HOCKEY CHALLENGE
Tickets are now available for the January25, 2015 Hockey Challenge between the Calgary Hitmen and the Vancouver Giants. $3.00 from each ticket sold will go to our Canadian Shriners Hospital. Let’s make this an even better event than the last! Your support is greatly appreciated.
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PETITION FOR INITIATION AND MEMBERSHIP
AL AZHAR TEMPLE
TO THE POTENTATE, OFFICERS AND NOBLES OF AL AZHAR TEMPLE, SITUATED IN THE OASIS OF CALGARY,
DESERT OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that I am a Master Mason in good standing in __________________Lodge
#_________located at ______________________________________________
________________________________________
City Province
Which is a Lodge recognized by or in amity with the Conference of Grand Masters of North America. Furthermore, I have
resided at my current address for not less than 6 months, as required by the Bylaws of The Imperial Council. I respectfully pray
that I may be made a Noble of the Mystic Shrine, and become a member of your temple.
If I be found worthy, and my request granted, I promise to conform to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of The Imperial
Council and the Bylaws and Ceremonies of your temple
Birthplace ________________________________________________ Date of Birth ___________________________________
Were you ever a DeMolay? ______ If so, what was the Chapter name and Location ________________________________
Profession or occupation ___________________________________________________________________________________
Have you previously applied for admission to any temple of the Order? _____________________________________________
If so, what temple? ______________________________ When? __________________________________________________
Residence Address __________________________ _______________________________________________________ Street City
___________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Province Postal Code
Business Address __________________________ _______________________________________________________ Street City
___________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Province Postal Code
Business Phone _____________________________ Hat Size ________________________________________
Mail Address__________________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone ______________________________________
E-mail Address ________________________________________________________________________________________
Wife’s name __________________________________________________________________________________________
Date _______________20_________ Signature _____________________________________________________________
Print Full Name Here __________________________________________________________________________________ Name in Full, initials not sufficient
Recommended and Vouched for on the Honor of Noble _________________________________#_______________
Noble _________________________________#_______________