Arms of the National Council of Women of Canada
Arms of the National Council of Women of Canada
Blazon
Argent a maple leaf Gules charged with a ribbon knotted to form a bow Or all within an orle of twelve like bows Azure;
Symbolism
The maple leaf indicates the national scope of the organization. The bow is the membership pin of the National Council of Women (NCW), and their number represents the twelve provincial and territorial councils that existed at the time of the grant. The golden bow at the centre alludes to the Golden Rule (“Do unto others as ye would that they should do unto you”) inscribed on the membership pin.
Crest of the National Council of Women of Canada
Blazon
Rising above three bars wavy Argent Azure and Argent a grassy mound strewn with maple seeds Or and growing thereon a maple tree Or between two maple saplings Gules;
Symbolism
The waves, grass and trees represent Canada and the stewardship of its riches. The central tree refers to the community of women across Canada, and the saplings represent new development of thought. The maple seeds symbolize birth and change.
Motto of the National Council of Women of Canada
Blazon
ALTIOR. This Latin word means "Higher".
Symbolism
This Latin word, meaning “Higher” (often interpreted as “Ever higher”), was used as a motto by Lady Aberdeen, the founding president of the NCW.
