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Halifax, Nova Scotia
Approval of a Badge
February 15, 2018
Vol. VII, p. 53
Bagde of HMCS Harry DeWolfBlazonArgent a wolf rampant Sable holding in its dexter forepaw a sword Or and in its sinister forepaw a shield Argent charged with a cross Gules and in the canton a torteau, all within a bordure Or, within the Ship Badge Frame (An annulus charged with a length of rope Or issuant from in chief a billet fesswise edged Or inscribed with the name of the ship and surmounted in base by three maple leaves, all ensigned by a naval crown Or its sails Argent); SymbolismThe wolf is a canting reference to the surname of Vice-Admiral Harry DeWolf (1903-2000). The sword indicates his status as an officer and a warrior. The shield evokes protection and displays the traditional insignia of a vice-admiral, a cross of St. George with a red disc in the upper left corner. The white background represents the icy waters of the Arctic. |
MottoBlazonVINCIT QUI PATITUR; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means “Whoever endures, conquers.” |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 17, 2018 in Volume 152, page 3857 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of the Royal Canadian Navy, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterEva Pilar-Cass CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |