In 2013 Freemasons gathered in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia to celebrate the 275th Anniversary Of Freemasonry In Canada by participating in the dedication of the replica of the 1606 Masonic Stone! The Masons paraded to the grounds of Fort Anne where the Grand Chaplain, R.W. Bro. Sandy Buchan and the Rev. Catherine Deloges held a service.

After, the parade of masonic flags preceded by a pipe band led the Grand Master and masonic guests to the town hall where the 1606 Masonic Stone was dedicated.

Welcoming remarks were given by V.W. Bro. Keith Saunders, D.G.C. of Annapolis District. His Worship the Mayor of Annapolis Royal, Michael Tompkins, brought greetings from the town after which the Grand Chaplain dedicated the 1606 Masonic stone.

Remarks were then heard from Worshipful Master of Annapolis No. 33, R.W. Bro. Holger Mueller-Sparenburg, who was dressed in the costume of the 1700’s! The M.W.T.G.M, M.W. Bro. George Grant then spoke to the assembly, after which the Rev. Catherine Desloges gave the benediction! The parade then followed the pipe band to the local Legion hall for a wonderful pig roast and a celebratory cake.