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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
October 15, 2020
Vol. VII, p. 292
Badge of Fire Fighter of the Royal Canadian Air ForceBlazonA Maltese cross irradiated in its angles Argent overall a plate edged Argent, ensigned by the Royal Crown proper, environed by a laurel wreath Gules and flanked to the dexter by a wing fesswise Argent; SymbolismThe Maltese cross with rays is a traditional symbol of fire services. The Royal Crown symbolizes service to the Sovereign. The frame composed of one or two wings, a laurel wreath and the Royal Crown is common to all trade and occupational badges of the Canadian Armed Forces. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 27, 2021 in Volume 155, page 1319 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of the Department of National Defence, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterWendy Quirt CalligrapherDoris Wionzek Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |