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Montréal, Quebec
Grant of Arms and Supporters
December 15, 2014
Vol. VI, p. 474
Arms of the Service de police de la Ville de MontréalBlazonAzure a fess conjoined with a pall reversed, all couped, voided throughout of the field and within a bordure embattled Argent; SymbolismBlue and white are the colours of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM). The main figure on the shield is modelled on the SPVM’s star-like emblem, which has been used on uniforms and other items since the 1970s. The crenellated border symbolizes the city territory and the protection of its citizens. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a coronet of fleurs-de-lis and maple leaves Or a tower Azure masoned Argent; SymbolismThe fleurs-de-lis are emblematic of the province of Quebec, and the maple leaves represent Canada. The tower is a symbol of protection and refuge. It also represents a gathering place. |
MottoBlazonRESPECT • INTÉGRITÉ • ENGAGEMENT; SymbolismThis phrase means "Respect, integrity, commitment". |
SupportersBlazonTwo beavers proper each gorged with a collar of fleurs-de-lis Azure, thistles, roses and shamrocks, and standing on a mount of maple leaves proper above barry wavy Argent and Azure; SymbolismThe beavers represent work and determination. These animals, and the flowers that make up their collars, are taken from the City of Montréal’s Coat of Arms and recall the links between the police service and the city. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on October 3, 2015 in Volume 149, page 2336 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Claire Boudreau, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterEva Pilar-Cass CalligrapherShirley Mangione Recipient TypeCivil Institution
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