Arms of Jeanne Sauvé
Arms of Jeanne Sauvé
Blazon
Azure the Mace of the House of Commons of Canada Or in bend between in chief an eagle displayed Or bearing in its beak a bolt of lightning Gules and in base a lion passant guardant Or imperially crowned proper holding in the dexter paw a maple leaf Gules fimbriated Or;
Symbolism
The blue background and gold eagle recall the ancestral arms of the Benoit family (Her Excellency’s maiden name). As a tribute to Her Excellency’s career in broadcasting, the eagle carries a bolt of lightning. The mace represents Her Excellency’s tenure as Speaker of the House of Commons. The crowned lion holding a maple leaf is symbolic of Her Excellency’s term as Governor General.
Crest of Jeanne Sauvé
Blazon
Within a circlet composed alternately of maple leaves Gules and fleurs-de-lys Or a dove wings elevated and addorsed holding in its beak a sprig of olive both proper;
Symbolism
The maple leaves and fleurs-de-lis mark Her Excellency’s Canadian service and French-Canadian heritage, and the dove with an olive branch in its beak represents an aspiration of peace for Canada.
Motto of Jeanne Sauvé
Blazon
VIS ET TOLERANTIA;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase means "Strength and tolerance" and reflects Her Excellency's philosophy of adaptability and of "give and take."
Supporters of Jeanne Sauvé
Blazon
On either side a doe proper each gorged with a collar Argent pendant therefrom a roundel barry wavy Argent and Vert;
Symbolism
Deer are found in the greater part of Canada and are shown here as doe, alluding to the essential contributions made by women in Canada. The supporters’ collars and the medallions represent the youth of Canada and Her Excellency’s service to the new generation of citizens.
