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The Barony of
Ben Dunfirth

THE BARONY OF
BEN DUNFIRTH

Who We Are

The Barony of Ben Dunfirth is the branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) serving the Hamilton, Brantford, and Burlington area of Ontario, Canada in the Kingdom of Ealdormere.

The SCA is an inclusive community pursuing research and re-creation of pre-seventeenth century skills, arts, combat and culture. The lives of participants are enriched as we gain knowledge of history through activities, demonstrations, and events.

We welcome all people interested in historical re-enactment, trying new crafts and activities, learning about the past, or becoming involved in a family-friendly hobby that has something to offer for all ages.

Upcoming Local Events

For all Baronial and Kingdom events, please visit the EVENT CALENDAR page.

An illuminated black and golden scroll decorated with filigree, a sword, and a boar

An informal workshop that will focus on the art of calligraphy and illumination. Other A&S activities are welcome! Click here for more information.

Colourful wool threads on wooden spoons

A workshop for anyone to join, get assistance, or socialize and work on their Arts & Science projects together. All are welcome to attend.

Ben Dunfirth News

Baronial Candidates

29 July 2022|Uncategorized|

The Barony of Ben Dunfirth has named the following candidates to be polled in the Baronial Selection Procedure:Jørgen Lennertson & Meredyth LlwellynBellatrix Hespeler & FischerA Candidate Meeting will be held on Monday, August 22nd and Monday August 29th where the candidates will make themselves available to meet with members of the Barony to explain how they intend to serve the Barony and answer questions from [...]

Ben Dunfirth Financial Committee Meeting

14 July 2022|Uncategorized|

Greetings to the populace of Ben Dunfirth! We will be holding a Financial Committee Meeting next Monday July 18th at our regular meeting at 7:00 PM at The Aviary, 85 Oak Knoll Dr, Hamilton, ON L8S 4C2. We will be going over: The new draft of our financial policy as well as a revised budget for this year. Please come on out and have a [...]

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      The Barony of Ben Dunfirth is an LGBTQIA2S+ safe space

      The Barony of Ben Dunfirth and The Kingdom of Ealdormere is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces and celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, non-binary, two-spirit, and all other gender and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA2S+) individuals.

      The Barony of Ben Dunfirth’s populace has many active members who identify as LGBTQIA2S+, including most our current officers! We are a safe space that does not tolerate hate or discrimination of any kind.

      We’re extremely proud to fly our very own baronial pride flag!

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