Arms of Anthony Michael Gerard Rota
Arms of Anthony Michael Gerard Rota
Blazon
Gules a wheel Or between in each corner a trillium flower Argent;
Symbolism
The wheel, or rota in Latin, highlights the historic roots of Mr. Rota’s surname. The trillium is the floral emblem of Ontario, the province which he proudly calls home. Red is the emblematic colour of the Liberal Party of Canada, which he represents as a Member of Parliament.
Crest of Anthony Michael Gerard Rota
Blazon
A phoenix displayed wings inverted Or embellished Gules supporting the mace of the House of Commons of Canada palewise Or;
Symbolism
The phoenix represents longevity and power, as well as being a symbol of cyclical nature of history, awareness of which is important in politics. The mace indicates the authority of the Speaker, a position Mr. Rota occupies in the House of Commons.
Motto of Anthony Michael Gerard Rota
Blazon
INTEGRITAS FIDENTIAQUE;
Symbolism
These Latin words mean “Integrity and resolve.”
Supporters of Anthony Michael Gerard Rota
Blazon
Dexter an Italian wolf, sinister an eastern wolf, both standing on a rocky mount proper set with a yin-yang symbol Argent and Sable and strewn with maple leaves Gules, lilies and trillium flowers proper;
Symbolism
The wolves symbolize cooperation, leadership and strong family ties. The Apennine wolf refers to Mr. Rota’s Italian heritage. The eastern or Algonquin wolf, native to the Great Lakes region and southeastern Canada, represents the Canadian branch of his family. The yin-yang symbol honours Mr. Rota’s daughter, Samantha, who was born in China. The rocky terrain depicts the Canadian Shield, on which North Bay, Ontario, is located and where Mr. Rota was born. The maple leaves represent Canada, a country of great opportunities, while the lilies honour Mr. Rota’s wife, Chantal Piché, whose family is Franco-Ontarian and proud of its French ancestry. Together with the trillium flowers, these symbols serve as a foundation for the Rota family’s pride in their Canadian, Italian, Franco-Ontarian and Chinese origins.
