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Ottawa, Ontario
Registration of a National Emblem
May 26, 2025
Vol. VIII, p. 382
The Great Seal of CanadaBlazonA tridecafoil charged with the Royal Crown, all within an annulus inscribed CHARLES III • KING OF CANADA • ROI DU CANADA; SymbolismThe Royal Crown embodies the Canadian monarchy and the State acting in the Sovereign’s name. The decorative element surrounding it alludes to the arches of the rotunda in Confederation Hall, in the heart of Centre Block, highlighting Parliament as the focal point of Canadian democracy. It also makes a subtle reference to earlier great seals of Canada, which included depictions of architectural arches and columns. The King’s name and title appear in Canada’s two official languages. |
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 Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterCathy Bursey-Sabourin CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeCivil Institution |