Deirdre Elizabeth Anne Millin

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Toronto, Ontario
Registration of Arms
December 15, 2009
Vol. V, p. 487

Arms of Deirdre Elizabeth Anne Millin
Arms of Deirdre Elizabeth Anne Millin
 
Arms of Deirdre Elizabeth Anne Millin

Arms of Deirdre Elizabeth Anne Millin

Blazon

Plumeté Argent and Azure, on a bend Azure an open book Argent bound Or between two eagles' heads erased respectant Argent beaked Or;

Symbolism

These Armorial Bearings were originally granted to Ms. Millin's late father Leslie Graham Cairns Millin by the Chief Herald of Canada by letters Patent dated the 15th day of October 2003. The design reflects Mr. Millin’s long-time work as a writer and editor as well as Secretary of the Science Council of Canada, the feather pattern referring to quills, a writing instrument. The open book refers not just to Mr. Millin’s interest in writing and teaching, but also to his degree from Oxford University, which includes such a book in its arms. The bald eagle is a majestic bird found in British Columbia, and it has special meaning for Mr. Millin and his wife.

Crest

Blazon

A wildcat salient Argent embellished Azure holding in its dexter paw a quill Or;

Symbolism

The wildcat is taken from the badge of the Clan Chattan, and here it pays tribute to Mr. Millin’s mother’s ancestry. It is shown in the colours of the arms and it holds a quill in order to make a clear connection with the design on the shield.

Motto

Blazon

OJALÁ;

Symbolism

The Motto, a Spanish interjection meaning “I hope so,” is implied statement of submission to the will of God. This Spanish motto is an appropriate reference to Mr. Millin’s special affinity with Mexico.
 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on October 23, 2010 in Volume 144, page 2712 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent registering the heraldic emblems of Deirdre Elizabeth Anne Millin

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Original concept of Bruce Patterson, Saguenay Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.

Painter

Eva Pilar-Cass

Calligrapher

Not applicable

Recipient Type

Individual

Other Information

The recipient’s emblems were originally recorded in the name of her father, Leslie Graham Cairns Millin, in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada, Volume IV, page 319, 15 October 2003.