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Trenton, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
June 1, 2001
Vol. IV, p. 177
Badge of The Canadian Parachute CentreBlazonAzure a vol Or, in chief a parachute Argent, overall a maple leaf Gules charged with a Pegasus volant Argent; SymbolismThe blue represents the sky within which the training takes place, and the parachute symbolizes the central focus of the unit's equipment and work. The maple leaf represents service to the nation and its Forces, and Pegasus is the classic symbol of flight. |
MottoBlazonEX COELIS; SymbolismMeaning "From the heavens". |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on February 22, 2003 in Volume 137, page 516 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, and Cathy Sabourin, Fraser Herald, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |