Spiritualist Church of Canada

Individuals can become members of the Spiritualist Church of Canada by completing an individual application form paying the appropriate fee and sending it to the Spiritualist Church of Canada.

Church membership of the Spiritualist Church of Canada is applied for by completing the Church membership form, signed by two officers of the applying church, paying the appropriate fee and sending it to the Spiritualist Church of Canada.

Memberships are renewed each year by the individual or church completing the renewal form, paying the appropriate fee and sending it to the Spiritualist Church of Canada.

Any person in good standing as a subscribing member of the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA, may, upon satisfying the conditions imposed by the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA, be granted a certificate stating the phase of work for which the recipient is qualified. Personal, educational and training qualifications as well as experience may be assessed by the BOARD OF GOVERNORS or its appointees in lieu of these conditions.

Applications for a certificate must be accompanied by an entrance fee, which shall be refunded in the event of the application not being accepted. Applications must further be accompanied by a statement by "TWO OFFICERS" of the Church of which the applicant is a member, verifying the statements made by the applicant and testifying as to the ability of the applicant to demonstrate the phase of Mediumship for which the certification is sought.

A certificate may be revoked for cause at any time, but otherwise shall remain in effect as long as the holder maintains subscribing membership in the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA, reasonably continues to practice for the good of Spiritualism, does not lose his/her ability to demonstrate the phase of spiritual gifts to which his/her certificate refers and generally conducts hi/herself in such a way as will not bring discredit upon him/herself, the cause of Spiritualism or on the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA to which he/she belongs.

The certificate as a Speaker maybe granted to an applicant who satisfactorily passes an examination to determine his/her knowledge of the philosophy of the religion of Spiritualism. This examination is to determine his/her command of the principle language of the congregation to which he/she belongs and his/her ability to expound before an audience, phases of Spiritualist philosophy in an intelligent manner. Those applying for a Speakers certificate must have knowledge contained in the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA'S basic course of study, or equivalent experience of presenting at least twelve (12) talks in their own, as well as other Spiritualist Churches.

The certificate for Clairvoyant may be granted to an applicant who satisfactorily explains how he/she understands how he/she functions under his/her mediumistic powers or gifts when demonstrating. Those applying for a certificate in Clairvoyance must have knowledge contained in the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA'S basic course of study, or equivalent and the experience to carry the complete Spirit demonstration of the service.

The certificate for the Spiritual Healer may be granted upon the applicant, in addition to complying with the requirements of Clauses and as stated, submitting three (3) letters of testimony from persons who have received treatment through the mediumship of the applicant. The applicant must also possess a clear understanding of his/her limitation by law in the practice of Spiritual Healing. Those applying for a Spiritual Healer certificate must have knowledge contained in the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA'S basic course of study, or equivalent and the experience of practicing Spiritual Healing for a minimum of two(2) years.

The SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA will receive applications from any Spiritual person desiring to qualify as an Ordained Minister of the religion of Spiritualism whom:

1. Has a subscribing membership in the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA for at least two (2) years prior to the application.

2. Has an Accredited Worker's Certificate for Clairvoyance, Speaker, Spiritual Healer and practiced continually for two (2) years prior to the application.

3.Has graduated from a school or course of education approved by the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA and at least five (5) -advanced subjects of the applicant's choice, having studied the remaining available subjects.

4. Has reasonable knowledge of contemporary literature on Spiritualism and its authors and of the history of Spiritualism.

5. Has reasonable knowledge of the growth and nature of comparative religions.

6. Has reasonable ability to conduct a complete service in the language of the applicant in an audible manner.

7. An Ordained Minister shall be entitled to the prefix "REVEREND" to his/her name while in good standing with the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA. No distinguishing dress or stole or other insignia indicating a Ministers calling, other than that approved by the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA shall be worn.

Before placing their application, an applicant for transfer of accreditation must be an active member of the SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF CANADA for a minimum of two (2) years, provided this can be reduced under exceptional circumstances by the Board Personnel, education and training qualifications, as well as experience will be assessed by the Board of Governors or it's appointees.

1. All accredited Worker or Ordination Certificates will be presented at the next following Semi-Annual or Annual Member Meeting, unless otherwise approved by the Board of Governors or it's appointees.

2. Where possible and if requested a representative from the Board of Governors will attend the home Church of the member for presentation of the certificate.