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Esquimalt, British Columbia
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
December 15, 2009
Vol. V, p. 491
Badge of H.M.C.S. NanaimoBlazonBarry wavy Or and Azure the Nanaimo Bastion Argent port and windows Sable; SymbolismThe blue and gold wavy bars represent the appearance of the sea on Canada’s West Coast as it reflects the setting sun. The Nanaimo Bastion is a famous landmark dating back to the days when the city was a Hudson’s Bay Company trading fort. |
MottoBlazonFAITH AND LABOUR; SymbolismNot applicable |
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 applicable CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe badge was originally approved on 1 July 1996 and recorded in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada, Volume III, p. 374. |