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LaSalle, Quebec
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
September 20, 2013
Vol. VI, p. 258
Arms of Patrick GuitéBlazonAzure an eagle displayed holding in the dexter claw a scroll bound to its leg and in the sinister claw a snake Or; SymbolismThe eagle with its open wings and firm grasp is for Mr. Guité a symbol of protection. The scroll represents his profession as a historian, and his commitment to the profession is indicated by the strap linking the scroll to the eagle. The snake represents wisdom and enlightenment and also refers to his volunteer work teaching philosophy. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a coronet of shamrocks, roses and fleurs-de-lis Azure a sun in splendour Or; SymbolismFor Mr. Guité, the sun represents a positive energy and therefore universal goodness. It expresses that we all tend towards doing the right thing. The circle of roses, shamrocks and fleurs-de-lis reflects his English, Irish and French origins. |
MottoBlazonET HOC ETIAM TRANSIBIT; SymbolismThis Latin phrase meaning “And this too shall pass” is attributed in Jewish folklore to King Solomon. |
Flag of Patrick GuitéBlazonA banner of the Arms; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Patrick GuitéBlazonA sun in splendour Azure charged with a eagle’s head erased Or; 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 22, 2014 in Volume 148, page 655 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Patrick Guité and Manon Labelle, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual |