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Masonville, Quebec
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
February 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 146
Arms of Joseph Louis Gérard LafontaineBlazonArgent two naval swords in saltire proper surmounted by a compass rose Azure, in chief three roosters Gules; SymbolismBlue, white and red are the colours of France and honour Mr. Lafontaine’s French ancestry, as well as his spouse’s country of birth. The swords represent his career as a naval officer and are symbols of courage, fearlessness and victory. The compass rose also represents his career as a sailor and symbolizes exploration, travel and discovery. The rooster is a symbol of courage and of loyalty, and is also an emblem of France. A barnyard animal, it also represents the work of Mr. Lafontaine’s farmer ancestors. There are three roosters, to represent Mr. Lafontaine’s children. |
CrestBlazonA barred owl wings displayed proper, each charged with a fleur-de-lis Azure; SymbolismThe owl is a bird which represents happiness, good fortune and wisdom. It is also an important local symbol both in the township of Potton, in Quebec, where Mr. Lafontaine resides, and in Dijon, France, which is his spouse’s home town. The fleur-de-lis is a symbol of cultural identity both of France and of Quebec, and its blue colour further represents these affiliations. |
MottoBlazonIN VERECUNDIA HONOS NASCITUR; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means “From respect springs honour.” |
Flag of Joseph Louis Gérard LafontaineBlazonA banner of the Arms; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Joseph Louis Gérard LafontaineBlazonTwo naval swords in saltire proper surmounted by a compass rose Azure; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 23, 2019 in Volume 153, page 1082 of the Canada Gazette.    |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Teva Vidal, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterIlona Jurkiewicz CalligrapherYolande Lessard Recipient TypeIndividual |