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Ottawa, Ontario
Registration of an Insignia and a Badge
December 20, 2018
Vol. VII, p. 129
Badge of the Canada Pride CitationBlazonA lozenge charged with a maple leaf Argent and within a bordure compony Or, Vert, Bleu Céleste, Azure, Purpure, Rose, Gules and Tenné; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other elements of this record. |
Insignia of Canada Pride CitationBlazonA billet fesswise pointed at each end charged with a maple leaf Argent between to the dexter four chevrons fesswise couché Rose, Gules, Tenné, and Or, and to the sinister four chevrons contourné couché Vert, Bleu Céleste, Azure and Purpure; SymbolismThe double-arrow shape represents the importance of remembering the past and the injustice done to LGBTQ2 Canadians working within the federal public service, the Canadian Armed Forces or the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It also represents Canada’s commitment towards the future and building a better society where all are valued equally. It is a symbol of hope. The central maple leaf represents Canada and service to the country. The eight colours are a recognized symbol of the LGBTQ2 community. The colours of the original Pride flag created in 1978 represent specific values: sexuality (pink), life (red), healing (orange), sunlight (yellow), nature (green), art (turquoise), serenity (indigo) and human spirit (violet). |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 23, 2019 in Volume 153, page 1081 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Claire Boudreau, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterDavid Farrar CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeCivil Institution
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