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Iqaluit, Nunavut
Registration of a Flag
August 15, 2018
Vol. VII, p. 107
Franco-Nunavut FlagBlazonPer fess nowy Azure and Argent, a demi-hurt charged with an inuksuk set on a rock, growing therefrom to the dexter a dandelion proper; SymbolismThe blue symbolizes the Arctic sky and the white, the ever-present snow across the territory. The curved white line represents an igloo, beneath which is an inuksuk, symbolizing human presence. The dandelion reflects Canada’s and Nunavut’s Francophone community: standing strong, it adapts to its environment. This symbolism is based on a variety of publicly-available sources. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 23, 2019 in Volume 153, page 1079 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not available. PainterNot applicable CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeHeritage Emblem |