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Truro, Nova Scotia
Approval of a Motto
April 15, 2025
Vol. VIII, p. 374
Motto of The Nova Scotia HighlandersBlazonCOS CHEUM NACH GABH TILLEADH; SymbolismThis expression in Scottish Gaelic means “A path that will not allow retreat,” and has often been translated as “No retreating footsteps.” It has historic significance having been used as a motto by two now obsolete Nova Scotia regiments, The North Nova Scotia Highlanders and The Cumberland Highlanders. |
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 the Department of National Defence. PainterNot available CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |