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Halifax, Nova Scotia
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
December 15, 2009
Vol. V, p. 488
Badge of H.M.C.S. ShawiniganBlazonPer chevron Azure and Argent two lightning flashes in saltire between four fleurs-de-lis all counterchanged; SymbolismThe name Shawinigan derives from the Algonquin word Ashawenikan, meaning “portage on the crest”, symbolized here by the chevron shape. The blue colour represents the calm river above the waterfalls, which are indicated by the white. The lightning flashes are taken from the arms of Shawinigan and the fleurs-de-lis is taken from its flag, but multiplied by four to recall the flag of the province of Quebec. |
MottoBlazonFAIT BIEN CE QUE TU FAIS; SymbolismMeaning “Do well what you are doing”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 20, 2010 in Volume 144, page 441 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Carl Gagnon, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterNot available CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe badge was originally approved on 1 Septembre 1995 and recorded in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada, Volume III, p. 371. |