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The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Vanier, Ontario
Registration of Arms and Supporters
June 11, 1991
Vol. II, p. 98

Arms of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society
Arms of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society Arms of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Arms of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Blazon

Azure an annulet Or surmounted of a compass rose of eight points Argent charged in the centre with a maple leaf slipped Gules on a canton also Argent a representation of the Royal Crown proper;

Symbolism

The narwhal is an iconic northern animal, symbolizing the Royal Canadian Geographical Society’s continuing role in learning about the Arctic. Taken from the arms of the Society, the compass rose surmounted by a maple leaf represents exploration done in Canada or by Canadians. The gold annulet represents the Society as a circle of associates. This badge is for use by the College of Fellows of the Society.

Crest of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Blazon

In front of a Canada goose wings elevated and displayed the northern hemisphere of a terrestrial globe all proper;

Motto of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Blazon

DUCIT AMOR PATRIAE. This Latin phrase means "The love of country leads me".

Supporters of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Blazon

On a grassy mound on either side a malamute sled-dog proper;

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on July 20, 1991 in Volume 125, page 2353 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent registering the heraldic emblems of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society Letters patent registering the heraldic emblems of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Additional Information