DeMolay is open to young men between the ages of 12 and 21 who ...
- Believe in God
- Are of good moral character
- Are recommended by a member
- Apply to a local DeMolay Chapter
1. Visit with a local Chapter.
Once you've found a Chapter near you (see information at right), ask about some fun events you may attend. It's helpful to get to know the
members and learn more about the organization. The Chapter's business meetings are normally "members only" but social events
may be available for you to attend as a guest.
2. Obtain an application for membership.
You can get a blank application here (.pdf). The application will ask for some basic information about you,
and needs to be signed by two members of DeMolay recommending you for membership, and by your parents to give permission for you to join.
3. Submit your application.
Your application will need to be accompanied by your Life Membership fee. DeMolay does not charge annual dues for membership. Life Membership
fees are set by local Chapters, so ask your Chapter how much is due.
4. Formal acceptance.
From the time you express interest in DeMolay membership, your local Chapter will likely welcome you at many of their events. Before you can
be formally made a member, however, your application must be acted upon by the members. Representatives of the Chapter may ask to meet with
you and your parents before the Chapter votes to make you a member.
5. Reception into DeMolay.
DeMolay maintains many impressive traditions. Among them are the formal ceremonies ("degrees") for recieving new members. Your local
Chapter may confer these ceremonies locally or offer you an opportunity to take the DeMolay "obligations" (see information at right)
immediately and see the full ceremonies later. Your parents and other adult relatives over 21 will be most welcome at these ceremonies.
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DeMolay Chapters are located in various areas of Ontario.
Click here for a roster of locations.
To contact a Chapter near you, e-mail your request to the Executive Officer. Please include the following information:
- Name of person requesting information.
- Name and age of prospective member.
- Chapter you'd like contact information for or name of the community where the prospective member lives.
- Contact information (preferably telephone) and good time to reach you.
DeMolay members stand for high standards and principles. When joining DeMolay you will be asked to take vows and promises (called "obligations") to uphold these principles. You'll promise:
- To be faithful to confidences and trusts placed in you.
- To strive to be a good son.
- To live a clean and moral life.
- To love and serve God according to the teachings of your family's faith tradition.
- To be a loyal and patriotic citizen, and to defend the interests of your country.
- To remember the example of Jacques DeMolay, and strive to be faithful and trustworthy in all your commitments.
- To be loyal and supportive to other DeMolay members.
- To honor and respect all women.
- To be tolerant and understanding in your opinions of others.
Other questions about how you can get involved? Contact:DeMolay Ontario
3188 Windwood Drive
Mississauga, On. L5N 2N4 Telephone: (905) 567 3640 Ernie Loiselle, Executive Officer To find a contact for DeMolay outside of Ontario,
visit DeMolay International