John Edward Cliff

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Edmonton, Alberta
Grant of Arms, with differences to Emily Karen Cliff and Christopher Douglas Cliff
July 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 195

Arms of John Edward Cliff
Arms of John Edward Cliff
Differenced Arms for Emily Karen Cliff, child of John Edward Cliff Differenced Arms for Christopher Douglas Cliff, child of John Edward Cliff
 
Arms of John Edward Cliff

Arms of John Edward Cliff

Blazon

Argent a chevron between in chief two ravens and in base a serpent wavy palewise Vert;

Symbolism

The chevron symbolizes the mountain ranges of British Columbia, signifying Mr. Cliff’s attachment to the province, and also alluding to the surname Cliff. The ravens and snake represent the astronomical constellations of Corvus and Serpens respectively, illustrating Mr. Cliff’s interest in astronomy and his contribution to the creation of Alberta’s Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve. The green colour represents Mr. Cliff’s fond memories of the forests in the area of the Thousand Islands in Ontario.

Motto

Blazon

DESILITE;

Symbolism

This Latin phrase, meaning “Drop over,” is both a humorous allusion to the surname Cliff and also an indication of the importance of hospitality and an invitation for guests to visit.
Differenced Arms for Emily Karen Cliff, child of John Edward Cliff

Differenced Arms for Emily Karen Cliff, child of John Edward Cliff

Blazon

The Arms of John Edward Cliff with the chevron Azure instead of Vert;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Differenced Arms for Christopher Douglas Cliff, child of John Edward Cliff

Differenced Arms for Christopher Douglas Cliff, child of John Edward Cliff

Blazon

The Arms of John Edward Cliff with the Arms within a bordure Vert; This individual will inherit the Arms following the death of the Recipient;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on December 7, 2019 in Volume 153, page 4269 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to John Edward CliffLetters patent granting heraldic emblems to John Edward CliffLetters patent granting heraldic emblems to John Edward Cliff

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Original concept of John Edward Cliff and Teva Vidal, Miramichi Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.

Painter

Katherine Golightly

Calligrapher

Kathy Feig

Recipient Type

Individual