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St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Grant of Arms and Supporters, with differences to Julie Alexis Drodge and Andrew William Fagan
April 15, 2015
Vol. VI, p. 497
Arms of Frank Frederick FaganBlazonBarry dancetty Argent and Azure a tree eradicated issuant from a rock Or; SymbolismThe white and blue pattern, resembling the snow-covered hills and ocean waves of Newfoundland, alludes to the sports of alpine skiing and sailing that Their Honours’ family enjoys. The rock symbolizes an ancient medium of communications alluding to His and Her Honour’s careers in telecom communication and education. The tree symbolizes His Honour’s family, with the three main branches in the crown of the tree symbolizing his daughter Julie, and two sons, Andrew and the late Richard Fagan. The spreading roots represent Their Honours’ large extended families who have deep roots throughout the province. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from an ancient crown Or a raven rising Sable; SymbolismThe raven symbolizes for Their Honours the spirit of a deceased skier, one who travelled fast and gracefully. The crown alludes to His Honour’s position as Lieutenant-Governor. |
MottoBlazonSEMPER SUMERE DIEM; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means “Find time always”. |
SupportersBlazonTwo lion-beavers Or and Azure each grasping a rod of Aesculapius Sable its serpent Or and standing on a rocky mount proper strewn with pitcher plants Or; SymbolismThe lion half relates to the lions in the provincial arms of Newfoundland and Labrador. The beaver half alludes to both sets of Their Honours’ parents who were hard-working, industrious builders of houses and who instilled strong values in their large families. The rods of Aesculapius allude to the medical profession of Their Honours’ two sons. The pitcher plant is the provincial flower, representing Their Honours’ activities throughout the province. |
Differenced Arms for Julie Alexis Drodge, daughter of Frank Frederick FaganBlazonThe Arms of Frank Frederick Fagan debruised of a heart Azure; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Differenced Arms for Andrew William Fagan, son of Frank Frederick FaganBlazonThe Arms of Frank Frederick Fagan debruised of a canton Or charged with the head of a raven Sable during his father’s lifetime. 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 October 3, 2015 in Volume 149, page 2337 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Darrel Kennedy, Assiniboine Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterEva Pilar-Cass CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual Special DesignationLieutenant Governor |