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David Codack

Brampton, Ontario
Grant of Arms and Badge
November 15, 2007
Vol. V, p. 183

Arms of David Codack
Arms of David Codack Arms of David Codack

Arms of David Codack

Blazon

Azure an oak leaf Or environed by six acorns palewise, in base a point pointed Argent;

Symbolism

The name Codack, of Old English origin, means “the heart of the oaks” or possibly “a clearing in the oak forest.” This is represented by the oak leaf in the centre surrounded by acorns. The six acorns represent Mr. Codack’s children. The white base represents the snowy slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Crest of David Codack

Blazon

Issuant from a coronet Azure the upper rim set with triangles per pale Argent and Azure, a demi-eagle displayed Or;

Symbolism

The eagle represents strength and dignity and the love for Germany. The coronet symbolizes the love of the sea and sailing. The white and blue triangles illustrate a sail in light and another in shadow.

Motto of David Codack

Blazon

VINCERE FATUM;

Symbolism

This Latin phrase meaning “Conquer destiny” reflects Mr. Codack’s view that nothing can be left to fate, and any outcome can be determined if managed.
Badge of David Codack Badge of David Codack

Badge of David Codack

Blazon

A sprig of oak palewise fructed Or;

Symbolism

The oak branch alludes to Mr. Codack’s name, and to his being a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Toronto, which has an oak tree as crest.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 8, 2008 in Volume 142, page 551 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to David Codack Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to David Codack Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to David Codack Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to David Codack

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