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Andrew George Woodward

Nelson, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
October 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 210

Arms of Andrew George Woodward
Arms of Andrew George Woodward Arms of Andrew George Woodward

Arms of Andrew George Woodward

Blazon

Vert an oak tree eradicated fructed Argent its roots intertwined about a bezant, all between two keys addorsed Or;

Symbolism

The green signifies prosperity. The gold signifies wealth. The oak tree represents Mr. Woodward’s English heritage. The wood of the tree with the wards of the keys is a canting reference to Mr. Woodward’s surname, which means “forest guardian.” The gold disc represents Mr. Woodward’s profession of wealth management.

Crest of Andrew George Woodward

Blazon

A demi-boar Or langued Gules issuant from an ancient crown Or;

Symbolism

The boar represents strength, tenacity and the natural, untamed aspects of human nature. The crown represents both Mr. Woodward’s support for constitutional monarchy and his acknowledgement of an ultimate authority belonging to the divine. Together, the boar and the crown reflect the principle that human energy and will must be subordinated to higher purpose and righteous governance.

Motto of Andrew George Woodward

Blazon

PROSPER THY FAMILY;

Symbolism

This phrase expresses one of Mr. Woodward’s hopes for the future.
Flag of Andrew George Woodward Flag of Andrew George Woodward

Flag of Andrew George Woodward

Blazon

A banner of the Arms;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Badge of Andrew George Woodward Badge of Andrew George Woodward

Badge of Andrew George Woodward

Blazon

Three oak leaves in triquetra Or;

Symbolism

The oak leaves repeat the symbolism of the Arms. Their rotational arrangement was designed by Mr. Woodward’s wife, and it expresses the couple’s love for each other. The number of leaves represents three enduring principles: family unity, strength through adversity and generational continuity. It thus honours the support that Mr. Woodward’s wife has provided him through life’s changes and the enduring nature of family bonds across generations.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 28, 2020 in Volume 154, page 692 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Andrew George Woodward Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Andrew George Woodward

Additional Information