Arms of Cory Douglas Martinson
Arms of Cory Douglas Martinson
Blazon
Vert an axe environed by five martlets Argent;
Symbolism
Green represents the forests of British Columbia, the birth province of Mr. Martinson. It also represents the army, in which Mr. Martinson served as a reservist. White stands for the purity of the water and land in the Pacific Northwest, and also signifies truth, valour and justice, important principles for Mr. Martinson, who works in administrative law. The axe alludes to the axe found in the coat of arms of Norway and symbolizes Mr. Martinson’s lineage, as his great-grandfather immigrated to North America from Norway. The axe is a symbol of strength and courage, and also refers to Mr. Martinson’s military career. The martlets allude to the name Martinson, as the word “martlet” means “little martin”. The five birds represent Mr. Martinson and his siblings. Mr. Martinson is the 4th son, and the traditional heraldic mark of a 4th son is the martlet. As the martlet is always in flight, it can represent a never-ending quest for knowledge, learning and adventure, pursuits important to Mr. Martinson.
Crest of Cory Douglas Martinson
Blazon
A sea-cougar Or queued Argent sejant on bull kelp proper;
Symbolism
The cougar stands for Mr. Martinson’s birthplace on Vancouver Island, which is home to one quarter of British Columbia’s cougar population. It also alludes to the cougar face in the badge of the 39 Brigade Group, in which Mr. Martinson served as an officer. The open paws suggest the idea that the cougar is “ready for anything”. The fish tail refers to Mr. Martinson’s passion for diving, a sport he shares with his father and older brothers, and in which Mr. Martinson is a Dive-Master. Like the fish tail, the fronds of bull kelp signify his close relationship to the water, which he enjoys both for its beauty and recreation.
Motto of Cory Douglas Martinson
Blazon
SUPERARE ADVERSITATEM;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase means “Conquer adversity” and conveys the idea that with perseverance and constant effort, obstacles can be overcome.
