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Québec, Quebec
Grant of Arms and Flag, with differences to Nicolas Fafard-Trudel
September 15, 2014
Vol. VI, p. 447
Arms of Hubert FafardBlazonArgent a cross triparted Vert between 1st and 4th a pellet and 2nd and 3rd a mullet Sable; SymbolismThe cross formed by two sets of three bands represents Trois-Rivières, where the first Fafards settled in New France, as well as Mr. Fafard’s involvement with the Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, which is symbolized by a green cross. The black stars are from the arms of the town of Lisieux, in France, where the Fafards originated. The two circles represent hockey pucks and Mr. Fafard’s passion for the sport. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a coronet of maple leaves Vert and fleurs-de-lis Argent a red fox sejant proper wearing a beret Vert and holding in its dexter paw an open book Argent bound Sable; SymbolismThe fox, which is a social, discreet, crafty, sedentary and organized animal that lives in small family groups, symbolizes Mr. Fafard’s personality and values. The beret represents his commitment to the Cadet Instructors Cadre, and its green colour indicates his work as a health and safety representative. The book represents Mr. Fafard’s passion for reading and travelling. The crown evokes his attachment to the Canadian monarchy. The maple leaves and fleurs-de-lis identify him as a proud French-Canadian. The maple leaf is also the emblem of the Cadet Instructors Cadre, and fleurs-de-lis are found in the coats of arms for Lisieux, France, and for Trois-Rivières, repeating the symbolism of the arms. |
MottoBlazonHONNEUR • RESPONSABILITÉ • DEVOIR; SymbolismThis phrase means “Honour, responsibility, duty”. |
Flag of Hubert FafardBlazonA banner of the Arms; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Differenced Arms for Nicolas Fafard-Trudel, nephew of Hubert FafardBlazonThe pellets in the Arms of Hubert Fafard, each charged with a bezant; This individual will inherit the Arms of the Recipient following his death; 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 14, 2015 in Volume 149, page 502 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Manon Labelle, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterD. Robert Tunstall CalligrapherMyriam Chesseboeuf Recipient TypeIndividual |