Arms of the University of the Fraser Valley
Arms of the University of the Fraser Valley
Blazon
Argent on a pile between two vines leaved Vert, a hummingbird hovering Or;
Symbolism
Green and white are the university’s colours. The vines are used in the university’s wordmark and allude to the idea of education as a form of nurturing, growth and transformation. The triangular shape evokes a valley, and the hummingbird is a local species.
Crest of the University of the Fraser Valley
Blazon
Issuant from a Sto:lo canoe proper, a vine of three leaves Vert surmounted by two Sto:lo paddles in saltire Or;
Symbolism
The canoe and paddles refer to the Sto:lo territory on which the university is located, and the university’s relationship with local First Nations. It also presents the idea of going on a journey as a metaphor for education. The vines repeat the symbolism of the shield.
Motto of the University of the Fraser Valley
Blazon
IYAQÁWTXW;
Symbolism
This word, meaning “House of transformation” in the Halq’eméylem language, refers to the mandate of the university as a place of intellectual and character transformation.
Supporters of the University of the Fraser Valley
Blazon
Two great blue herons proper standing on a grassy mount Vert issuant from barry wavy Argent and Vert charged with a sturgeon proper;
Symbolism
The great blue herons and the sturgeon are features of local wildlife. The base on which they stand alludes to the land and water of the Fraser Valley.
