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Richmond Hill, Ontario
August 15, 2022
Vol. VIII, p. 110
Arms of Theodore PapadatosBlazonGules a cross Or within an annulet all environed by a Greek meander Argent; SymbolismRed and white are the colours of Canada, representing Mr. Papadatos’s pride in his country. For him, gold conveys the idea of leadership. To Mr. Papadatos, the concentric rings of red and white represent harmony and divinity, as well as the growth of one’s soul beyond the confines of one’s ego. The cross alludes to Mr. Papadatos’s and his wife’s faith, while the meander symbolizes their shared Greek heritage. |
CrestBlazonA demi-grizzly bear affronty Or holding three stalks of timothy Gules; SymbolismThe grizzly bear is a symbol of strength and courage, two important values for Mr. Papadatos. For him, they signify the determination to fight for one’s convictions and to help one’s community. In addition, a bear is the crest of the arms of the Province of Ontario, where Mr. Papadatos has been a lifelong resident. Timothy is one of the plants grown on this farm. It embodies Mr. Papadatos’s deeply held view of Canada as a country where everyone can grow together. |
MottoBlazonYOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW; SymbolismThis sentiment represents a core value that Mr. Papadatos wishes to pass on to his children. |
Flag of Theodore PapadatosBlazonGules on a square Argent a torteau charged with a cross Or all within a Greek meander Argent; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Theodore PapadatosBlazonThree swords in asterisk, their hilts in chief in the form of owls’ heads Argent, all entwined by a grapevine Gules; SymbolismThe sword embodies leadership and decisiveness. Their number represents his children. The owl is a symbol of wisdom. The vine is a further allusion to Mr. Papadatos’s family farm. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationSince 2023, grants, registrations and approvals of heraldic emblems are no longer announced in the Canada Gazette.    |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Theodore Papadatos and Alix Chartrand, Saguenay Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterRobert Grey CalligrapherKathy Feig Recipient TypeIndividual |