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Winnipeg, Manitoba
Grant of Arms
May 15, 2007
Vol. V, p. 142
Arms of Naranjan S. DhallaBlazonPer fess wavy Azure and Or a demi-sun in splendour and a demi-wheel conjoined and counterchanged, all surmounted by two Rajput swords in saltire Argent; SymbolismThe two swords allude to Dr. Dhalla’s Indian heritage from the Rajput region. The rising sun is a symbol of hope and promise, lifted up by the wheel representing the support from family, friends and other people for progress in life. The wavy edging presents a view of water and represents a progressive struggle for achievement and fulfilment. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a coronet of maple leaves and prairie crocus flowers Gules, an eagle displayed Or; SymbolismThe coronet represents Canada and Manitoba. The eagle alludes to characteristics of clarity of vision and strength of purpose. |
MottoBlazonSATAYAM • SHIVAM • SUNDARAM; SymbolismThese three words mean “Truth, Purity, Beauty.” |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on October 6, 2007 in Volume 141, page 2826 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Darrel Kennedy, Assiniboine Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterDebra MacGarvie CalligrapherShirley Mangione Recipient TypeIndividual |