Badge of The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment)
Badge of The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment)
Blazon
On an autumnal maple leaf proper a bugle Argent stringed Vert enclosing the letters RHLI Or and ensigned by the Royal Crown proper, the base of the leaf surmounted by two scrolls Azure edged and inscribed WENTWORTH REGIMENT and SEMPER PARATUS in letters Or;
Symbolism
The maple leaf represents service to Canada, and the Crown, service to the Sovereign. The regiment’s light infantry heritage is symbolized by the bugle. Combined, “RHLI” and “WENTWORTH REGIMENT” are a form of the regimental title, and “SEMPER PARATUS” is the motto of the regiment.
Motto of The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment)
Blazon
SEMPER PARATUS;
Symbolism
SEMPER PARATUS, meaning “Always ready”.
