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St-Ambroise-de-Kildare, Quebec
Grant of Arms
November 1, 2001
Vol. IV, p. 153
Arms of Daniel Joseph Patrick GleesonBlazonGules a pegasus forcene, on a chief enarched Argent two maple leaves each pendent from a parachute Gules; SymbolismThe colour red refers to the maroon beret of the airborne military forces, marking Major Gleeson’s continuing association with the Airborne Regiment Association. Further references to his service as a parachutist are the parachutes in the chief and the arching division line. Pegasus is a symbol of airborne forces, and it also represents fame, eloquence, and contemplation. |
CrestBlazonA bald eagle's head erased proper grasping in its beak a fleur-de-lis Azure; SymbolismThe fleur-de-lis marks Major Gleeson’s home province of Quebec and his fluency in the French language. As the eagle possesses strength and flying ability, it is often associated with military parachute units. |
MottoBlazonSEMPER VIGILANS; SymbolismThis means “Always vigilant” and reflects the long personal and family tradition of service to the country and the qualities of watchfulness and preparedness. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on February 22, 2003 in Volume 137, page 518 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of David Tysowski, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherJudith Bainbridge Recipient TypeIndividual |