Arms of the Lakehead District Roman Catholic Separate School Board
Arms of the Lakehead District Roman Catholic Separate School Board
Blazon
Per chevron wavy Vert and barry wavy Argent and Azure, its apex terminating in a Latin cross between two escallops Or;
Symbolism
The Canadian Heraldic Authority does not have confirmed symbolism for this emblem. The following comments are hypotheses only. The blue and white wavy bands represent the waters of Thunder Bay on Lake Superior, and the green, the forested area of the region where the school board is located. The cross indicates that this is a Catholic school board. The scallop is a symbol of pilgrimage.
Crest of the Lakehead District Roman Catholic Separate School Board
Blazon
An open book Argent bound and with each page charged with a torch Gules inflamed proper;
Symbolism
The Canadian Heraldic Authority does not have confirmed symbolism for this emblem. The following comments are hypotheses only. The book is a symbol of learning and likely also represents the Bible. Torches are often used as references to education and enlightenment.
Motto of the Lakehead District Roman Catholic Separate School Board
Blazon
CHRISTIAN LIVING THROUGH LEARNING;
Symbolism
CHRISTIAN LIVING THROUGH LEARNING.
