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Montréal, Quebec
Grant of Arms and Badges
October 20, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 71
Arms of Bruno SavoieBlazonGules a cross Ermine, in dexter chief a bear statant Argent armed and gorged with a collar affixed thereto a chain Or; SymbolismThe shield, based on the arms of the Savoy region (red with a white cross), alludes to Mr. Savoie’s surname. The red colour evokes a sense of celebration of life. The bear is a symbol of courage and strength. The gold chain around its neck represents the constraints which one must overcome in order to shine. (Text revised on 9 July 2018) |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a cloud Argent an arm embowed proper holding a fan Sable; SymbolismTo Mr. Savoie, the arm recalls an asymmetrical Japanese flower arrangement. The fan evokes the idea of protection. The cloud represents a constant and auspicious change. (Text revised on 9 July 2018) |
MottoBlazonVERITAS NOSTRA NOBIS EST; SymbolismThis Latin motto means “Our truth belongs to us”. |
Badge of Bruno SavoieBlazonA torteau charged with a bear’s face Argent; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Bruno SavoieBlazonA pellet charged with a fan Argent; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 24, 2012 in Volume 146, page 748 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Bruno Savoie and Manon Labelle, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterDebra MacGarvie CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual |