Arms of The United Services Institute of Nova Scotia
Arms of The United Services Institute of Nova Scotia
Blazon
Argent on a saltire Azure cantoned between four torteaux charged respectively with in chief a naval crown, in the dexter a mural crown, in the sinister an astral crown, and in the base a buffalo’s head caboshed Or, two officers’ swords in saltire Argent hilted Or;
Symbolism
The white shield and blue saltire are inspired by the Arms of Nova Scotia. The swords represent the military aspect of the Institute. The emblems on the red discs represent the four services from which the Institute draws its members: the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, the Royal Canadian Air Force, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Motto of the The United Services Institute of Nova Scotia
Blazon
CLEAVE TO THE CROWN;
Symbolism
This phrase expresses the aspiration of the Institute to be loyal to the Crown, which its members have served.
