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Esquimalt, British Columbia
Approval of a Badge
November 1, 1999
Vol. IV, p. 15
Badge of H.M.C.S. VictoriaBlazonGules on a pile Argent another Azure charged with a representation of the Royal Crown proper; SymbolismThe vessel was named for the City of Victoria, British Columbia, and the badge is derived from the shield of the City's Coat of Arms. The colours of the City's shield have been reversed to place the colour blue, associated with the navy, above all other colours. The Crown, in a form often used during Queen Victoria's reign, is depicted on the blue portion of the badge. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 3, 2001 in Volume 135, page 4056 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of the Unit, assisted by Charles Maier, Athabaska Herald, and the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherSuzzann Wright Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |