Arms of William Macpherson
Arms of William Macpherson
Blazon
Per saltire Azure and Argent a saltire between in chief a winged cogwheel, in fess a dexter hand couped fesswise holding a dagger and a cross crosslet fitché, and in base a lymphad sails furled, all counterchanged;
Symbolism
The colours, the saltire division and the saltire cross evoke Scotland, Mr. Macpherson’s birthplace. The winged cog wheel combines the wings and cogwheel from the arms of Mississauga, Mr. Macpherson’s city of residence, and represents his profession as an engineer in the aerospace industry. The galley, the cross crosslet and the hand with the dagger evoke his allegiance with Clan Macpherson.
Crest of William Macpherson
Blazon
A wildcat sejant its dexter paw raised proper gorged with maple leaves and shamrocks Argent;
Symbolism
The wildcat is traditionally found in Macpherson crests. The maple leaves reflect Mr. Macpherson’s allegiance to Canada, while the shamrocks depict his branch of the Macpherson family, which can be traced back to Ireland in the early 1800s.
Motto of William Macpherson
Blazon
DARE NOT TOUCH THE UNGLOVED CAT;
Symbolism
This Motto is a paraphrase of that of the Chief of Clan Macpherson.
Motto of William Macpherson
Blazon
COURAGE • PEACE • STEWARDSHIP;
Symbolism
This Motto emphasizes personal values that are associated with the given names of Mr. Macpherson’s immediate family members. Etymologically, the names William and Andrew (his eldest son) mean courage; Irene (his wife) and Calum (his deceased son), peace; and Stuart (his youngest son), stewardship.
