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The Patriarchs Militant is the uniformed branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, established in 1885. It represents the highest degree within the IOOF, focusing on ceremonial and fraternal activities. Patriarchs Militant lodges are referred to as Cantons. Sometimes the Patriarchs Militant is referred to as “the Canton”, due to the Canton being the name used instead of “Lodge”.

The Manitoba Rebekah Assembly is the governing body for the Manitoba Rebekahs. Established on September 20, 1851, the Rebekahs, also known as the International Association of Rebekah Assemblies (IARA), and originally the Daughters of Rebekah is an international service-oriented organization and a branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. It was initially designed as the female auxiliary of the IOOF but now allows both female and male members.

Manuel Bosakewich Lodge was instituted on 8/31/2024, with the initiation of 18 NEW Brothers and Sisters. A total of 46 members signed the member register as Charter members. This lodge is a SPANISH language lodge, the meetings and rituals are performed in Spanish. This group has close ties to Cuba with several Past Grand Masters, a Past Grand Patriarch, and a Department Commander of Cuba among their members. Odd Fellows lodges engage in various activities, such as helping the sick, supporting ...