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Nelson, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
October 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 210
Arms of Andrew George WoodwardBlazonVert an oak tree eradicated fructed Argent its roots intertwined about a bezant, all between two keys addorsed Or; SymbolismThe 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. |
CrestBlazonA demi-boar Or langued Gules issuant from an ancient crown Or; SymbolismThe boar is the primary animal symbol of Mr. Woodward’s patron deity, Ing Frey (or Freyr), a Nordic god associated with sacral kingship, virility and prosperity. The ancient crown represents Mr. Woodward’s support for monarchy. |
MottoBlazonPROSPER THY FAMILY; SymbolismThis phrase expresses one of Mr. Woodward’s hopes for the future. |
Flag of Andrew George WoodwardBlazonA banner of the Arms; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Andrew George WoodwardBlazonThree oak leaves in triquetra Or; SymbolismThe triskelion-like motif designed by Mr. Woodward’s wife not only represents his connection to her but also stands for the gods of Germanic paganism (Heathenry), his ancestors, and landvættir (land spirits). |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 28, 2020 in Volume 154, page 692 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Darrel Kennedy, Assiniboine Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterPalina Klimava CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeIndividual |