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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
March 25, 2013
Vol. VI, p. 212
Badge of the Canadian ArmyBlazonTwo swords in saltire Argent hilts and pommels Or surmounted by three maple leaves conjoined on one stem Gules; SymbolismThe crossed swords symbolize the military history of the Canadian Army. They also indicate that the members of the Canadian Army work as a team in the defence of Canada. The three maple leaves conjoined on one stem, taken from the Royal Arms of Canada, represent service to the Sovereign and to Canada, as well as the heritage of the Canadian Army. |
MottoBlazonVIGILAMUS PRO TE; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means “We stand on guard for thee”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 30, 2013 in Volume 147, page 2704 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of the Canadian Army, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherShirley Mangione Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |