Arms of Red Deer County
Arms of Red Deer County
Blazon
Or a stag’s head erased Gules within a tressure wavy Azure;
Symbolism
The red elk, a type of deer, is a reference to the county’s name. The blue wavy stripe refers to the Red Deer River.
Crest of Red Deer County
Blazon
Issuant from a mural crown proper charged with roses Gules, a demi-sun in splendour Or;
Symbolism
The sun is one of the emblems currently used by the county. The roses refer to the wild rose, the floral emblem of Alberta. The mural crown is a traditional symbol of municipal authority.
Motto of Red Deer County
Blazon
PROGRESSIVE GROWTH • TRADITIONAL VALUES;
Symbolism
Not applicable
Supporters of Red Deer County
Blazon
Two stags Gules each attired, charged on the shoulder with a canola flower Or seeded of a goutte de poix and standing on a grassy mount Vert;
Symbolism
The stags repeat the symbolism of the name, the canola flowers represent local agriculture, and the drops refer to the oil and gas industries. The base is composed of prairie grass.
