Arms of William Charles Mercer

Blazon

Or fretty and semé in alternate spaces of linden leaves, on a chief Gules a silken windhound courant Or;

Symbolism

The symmetrical pattern represents Mr. Mercer's love of equality and balance, as well as the ideas of interconnection and of different elements meshing to make a solid case – all things that are required in his profession as a lawyer. The interlaced bands also symbolize entrepreneurship – building things by establishing networks – and of the joining together of Mr. Mercer’s Eastern European and Canadian roots. The linden leaves have a special significance for Mr. Mercer and his partner as a symbol of love, peace and altruism. For Mr. Mercer, dogs exemplify loyalty, one of his most cherished values. The silken windhound is one of his favourite breeds. Finally, red is the colouring most found in traditional Polish arms, therefore honouring Mr. Mercer’s Polish ancestry.