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Winnipeg, Manitoba
Approval of a Badge
April 15, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 45
Badge of the 2 Canadian Air DivisionBlazonArgent two torches in saltire Sable enflamed proper surmounted by an eagle volant affronté, the head to the dexter Or; SymbolismThe eagle is a common symbol used in air force badges. The torches are taken from the badges of the former Training Command and 14 Training Group. They illustrate the main functions of the 2 Canadian Air Division: doctrine, training and education. Their number recalls the name of the Division. |
MottoBlazonCUSTOS SCIENTIAE; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means “Guardian of knowledge”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 12, 2011 in Volume 145, page 3516 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Manon Labelle, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherShirley Mangione Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |