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Québec, Quebec
Grant of a Flag
June 15, 2009
Vol. V, p. 452
Flag of the Ordre national du QuébecBlazonAzure on a pale Or between two pallets Argent a fleur-de-lis Azure; SymbolismThe colours of the flag are those used by the order. The gold colour, flanked on each side by a representation of the ribbon of the order, symbolizes the excellence and exceptional achievements that are recognized by the Ordre national du Québec. The blue fleur-de-lis in the centre of the flag represents the province. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on December 12, 2009 in Volume 143, page 3682 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Claire Boudreau, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterDavid Farrar CalligrapherShirley Mangione Recipient TypeCivil Institution
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