22 Wing

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North Bay, Ontario
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
July 15, 2010
Vol. V, p. 528

Badge of 22 Wing
Badge of 22 Wing
 
Badge of 22 Wing

Badge of 22 Wing

Blazon

Argent two lightning bolts Gules conjoined in sinister chief overall a jaeger volant descendant in bend sinister proper;

Symbolism

The jaeger inhabits the Arctic and coastal islands, possesses exceptionally keen eyesight, and is extremely aggressive when protecting its territory. It thus represents 22 Wing’s mission to protect Canadian territory and airspace. The lightning bolts symbolize the aerospace defence system’s communications and surveillance devices.

Motto

Blazon

CUSTODES PACIS;

Symbolism

Meaning “Guardians of peace”.

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 26, 2011 in Volume 145, page 1073 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of 22 WingLetters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of 22 Wing

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

Not available

Calligrapher

Not available

Recipient Type

Military Institution