Arms of Warren Peter Tracz
Arms of Warren Peter Tracz
Blazon
Potent Gules and Argent, on a chief Azure three suns in splendour Or;
Symbolism
The pattern refers to the first initial of Mr. Tracz's name, as well as a T-square, the symbol of a Past Master of a Masonic Lodge. The red and white refer to Canada, the Anglican church, and Mr. Tracz's ancestral origins in Austria. Blue is Mr. Tracz's favourite colour, and the sun is a symbol to which both he and his father have felt an affinity.
Crest of Warren Peter Tracz
Blazon
A snowy owl rising proper grasping in its dexter claw a lightning bolt Or;
Symbolism
The snowy owl, found in northern Ontario, is a bird Mr. Tracz particularly admires. He has chosen the particular stance to refer to qualities of readiness and willingness to defend its nest. The lightning bolt is a reference both to Mr. Tracz's work as a Certified Engineering Technician in electrical engineering, and to his service with the 736 (Thunder Bay) Communication Squadron of the Canadian Forces.
Motto of Warren Peter Tracz
Blazon
SIBIMET VERAX;
Symbolism
A Latin phrase based on the line "To thine own self be true" from Shakespeare's Hamlet.
