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Notre-Dame-du-Portage, Quebec
Grant of Arms, with differences to Joël Desgreniers, Robin Desgreniers, Janot Desgreniers, Tobie Desgreniers and Elie Desgreniers
July 15, 2014
Vol. VI, p. 366
Arms of Josée BouchardBlazonAzure a pelican in its piety Or distilling drops of blood Gules, on a chief wavy Or a violin bridge Gules between two winged feet respectant Azure; SymbolismThe pelican feeding its young represents Dr. Bouchard’s sense of duty and altruism, and also symbolizes her family. The wavy band represents the St. Lawrence River and Notre-Dame-du-Portage in the Lower St. Lawrence region, where she lives. The violin bridge represents her passion for that instrument, and the feet of Hermes represent the importance of physical activity in her life, including jogging, cycling, skiing and speed skating, which her sons have also practised and which she coached. The yellow and blue represent the sun, water and the outdoors. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a circlet of daffodils and blueberry plants proper a demi-horse Azure crined, unguled and winged Or holding between its hooves a rod of Aesculapius Gules; SymbolismThe horse is, for Dr. Bouchard, a symbol of devotion, sustained effort and perseverance. Its wings evoke the air cadets and her role as the president of the 282 Rivière-du-Loup Squadron committee. The Rod of Aesculapius indicates her profession of physician and her first-hand involvement in physicians’ organizations. The daffodils (jonquilles in French) and blueberries, emblematic flowers and fruits of the Saguenay region, recall her birthplace of Jonquière. |
MottoBlazonRIEN N’EST IMPOSSIBLE; SymbolismThis phrase means “Nothing is impossible”. |
Differenced Arms for Joël Desgreniers, son of Josée BouchardBlazonThe Arms of Josée Bouchard debruised of a three-point label Argent during his mother’s lifetime; This individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following her death; SymbolismThe label indicates that he is the eldest child and heir to the full arms. |
Differenced Arms for Robin Desgreniers, son of Josée BouchardBlazonThe Arms of Josée Bouchard debruised of two lightning bolts in saltire Gules in place of the violin bridge; SymbolismThe lightning flashes symbolize his passion for computer science and extreme sports. |
Differenced Arms for Janot Desgreniers, son of Josée BouchardBlazonThe Arms of Josée Bouchard debruised of a vol Gules in place of the violin bridge; SymbolismThe wings indicate that he is an aviator. |
Differenced Arms for Tobie Desgreniers, son of Josée BouchardBlazonThe Arms of Josée Bouchard debruised of a lion’s face Gules in place of the violin bridge; SymbolismThe lion’s head symbolizes his determination and self-confidence. |
Differenced Arms for Elie Desgreniers, son of Josée BouchardBlazonThe Arms of Josée Bouchard debruised of a rose Gules in place of the violin bridge; SymbolismThe rose symbolizes his sensitivity and generosity. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 14, 2015 in Volume 149, page 501 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Manon Labelle, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterLinda Nicholson CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual |