Arms of Daniel Pépin
Arms of Daniel Pépin
Blazon
Per chevron Gules and Argent in chief two snowflakes Argent and in base a phoenix Gules embellished Or;
Symbolism
The white and red are taken from the arms of the cities of Laval and Montreal, where Mr. Pépin has lived, and of Saint-Laurent-de-la-Barrière in the Charente-Maritime department of the Poitou-Charentes region of France, where his ancestors originated. Red and white are also the heraldic colours of the Order of St. John in Canada (Priory of Canada), with which Mr. Pépin is very involved. The pointed shape alludes to a snow-capped mountain, recalling the twenty years he worked on the St. John Ambulance ski patrol. It also represents a summit, a goal to attain, as Mr. Pépin always tries to give the best of himself and to reach the summit in everything he does. The snowflakes represent his favourite sport, alpine skiing. Their number represents his two sons. The phoenix, a mythical animal that rises from its ashes, embodies his strength of character. Mr. Pépin is always ready to face his adversaries and is not afraid of responsibility, which he sees as a challenge.
Crest of Daniel Pépin
Blazon
Issuant from a coronet of fleurs-de-lis and Maltese crosses Or, a demi-St. Bernard proper holding in its dexter paw a compass rose Argent and Gules;
Symbolism
A symbol of faithfulness and compassion, the dog represents commitment and service to others, values Mr. Pépin holds dear. The St. Bernard also represents his volunteer work as a member of the ski patrol. The compass rose, a symbol of direction, represents his leadership in accomplishing the tasks he is given in the various community organizations in which he is involved and in his professional commitments. The compass rose also refers to his studies in geography. The fleurs-de-lis in the crown symbolize his French roots and highlight that the Pépins were among the first families in Quebec. The Maltese cross illustrates the origins of the Order of St. John and its importance to Mr. Pépin.
Motto of Daniel Pépin
Blazon
ENGAGÉ ET RESPONSABLE;
Symbolism
Meaning “Committed and responsible”, the motto reflects Mr. Pépin’s involvement in everything he does and his sense of duty.
