Canadian Army

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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
September 15, 2016
Vol. VI, p. 636

Badge of the Canadian Army
Badge of the Canadian Army
 
Badge of the Canadian Army

Badge of the Canadian Army

Blazon

Two swords in saltire Argent hilts and pommels Or surmounted by three maple leaves conjoined on one stem Gules, the whole ensigned by the Royal Crown proper;

Symbolism

The crossed swords symbolize the military history of the Canadian Army. They also indicate that the members of the Canadian Army work as a team in the defence of Canada. The three maple leaves conjoined on one stem, taken from the Royal Arms of Canada, represent service to the Sovereign and to Canada, as well as the heritage of the Canadian Army. The Royal Crown signifies service to the Sovereign.

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 25, 2017 in Volume 151, page 1307 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian ArmyLetters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian Army

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Original concept of the Canadian Army, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.

Painter

David Farrar

Calligrapher

Shirley Mangione

Recipient Type

Military Institution