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John Edward Charles Kennair

St. Albert, Alberta
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
April 15, 2009
Vol. V, p. 437

Arms of John Edward Charles Kennair
Arms of John Edward Charles Kennair Arms of John Edward Charles Kennair

Arms of John Edward Charles Kennair

Blazon

Vert on a chevron between in chief two acorns and in base a pillar entwined by a serpent Or, a cinquefoil between two bees Vert;

Symbolism

The pillar symbolizes Mr. Kennair’s academic interests and personal accomplishments in solving problems that face Canadians. The snake represents fortitude and wisdom, which are virtues he values. The acorns signify antiquity and his English heritage, and the bees signify industriousness and his time in France. The cinquefoil, for Mr. Kennair, represents hope.

Crest of John Edward Charles Kennair

Blazon

A demi-polar bear holding an open book Argent bound Vert;

Symbolism

The bear is Mr. Kennair’s favourite animal and alludes to his courageous and strong character. The open book represents his academic accomplishments and interests.

Motto of John Edward Charles Kennair

Blazon

FORCE • SAGESSE • ESPOIR;

Symbolism

This means “Strength, wisdom, hope.”
Flag of John Edward Charles Kennair Flag of John Edward Charles Kennair

Flag of John Edward Charles Kennair

Blazon

A banner of the Arms;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Badge of John Edward Charles Kennair Badge of John Edward Charles Kennair

Badge of John Edward Charles Kennair

Blazon

A polar bear’s head erased affronty Argent gorged with a chain Or pendent therefrom a chevron Vert;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on December 12, 2009 in Volume 143, page 3681 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to John Edward Charles Kennair Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to John Edward Charles Kennair

Additional Information