Arms of Kenneth Ross Turriff
Arms of Kenneth Ross Turriff
Blazon
Azure a pale Or, overall an osprey rising wings elevated and addorsed proper gorged of a coronet vallary Azure;
Symbolism
The field of the shield represents the ribbon of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces, the creation of which Dr. Turriff advocated for many years. The osprey with the vallary coronet is inspired by the crest of the Ontario Provincial Police, of which Dr. Turriff was a long-time officer.
Crest of Kenneth Ross Turriff
Blazon
A griffin segreant Azure winged and holding in its dexter talon a torch Or enflamed proper;
Symbolism
The griffin with torch symbolizes Dr. Turriff’s achievement in and advocacy for continuing education. It is based on the badge of the National Defence College, Kingston, which he attended.
Motto of Kenneth Ross Turriff
Blazon
PERSISTENCE TRIUMPHS;
Symbolism
Not applicable
