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Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms
March 6, 2002
Vol. IV, p. 199
Arms of Morris Joseph WoskBlazonGules a lion passant guardant winged holding in its dexter paw a Menorah Or; SymbolismThe red and gold colours are Mr. Wosk’s choice. The lion symbolizes the lion of Judah and strength of purpose and character. The menorah honours the family and Mr. Wosk’s Jewish heritage. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a circlet of orchid flowers alternating with magnolia flowers Argent, a Torah crown Or with a Magen David in the centre and a jewel in the base Azure; SymbolismThe Torah crown is a reference to the tribe of Levi, to which the Wosk family belongs, and to the subgroup of Moses who were involved in education and ritual and who supported the Kohen, or priestly group (and thus to Mr. Wosk’s Hebrew name, Moshe Aharon). The crown also refers to the primacy of the Law as well as the rich aesthetic traditions of Judaism. The orchids honour Mrs. Wosk, while the magnolias represent the family’s home in British Columbia. The magnolia is also a symbol of spring and of hope. The Hebrew words on the band mean “Sanctified to God”. |
MottoBlazonWISDOM UNITY STRENGTH; SymbolismNot applicable |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on February 22, 2003 in Volume 137, page 519 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterEva Pilar-Cass CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual |