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Folly Lakes, Nova Scotia
Confirmation of a Badge
April 20, 2017
Vol. VI, p. 706
Badge of the NATO Integrated Communications System (Canadian Component)BlazonAzure two lightning bolts in saltire Or, overall a compass rose charged with a maple leaf, the whole interwined with orbiting electrons and within an orle Argent; SymbolismThe lightning bolts and orbiting electrons indicate the integration of communications methods and devices. The compass rose and the orle are the emblem of North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The maple leaf represents Canada’s commitment in support of NATO. |
MottoBlazonIN THE SERVICE OF PEACE; SymbolismNot applicable. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 31, 2018 in Volume 152, page 894 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not available PainterNot available CalligrapherNot available Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe Badge was originally approved by the Right Honourable Jeanne Sauvé, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, in April 1988. |