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Estevan, Saskatchewan
Approval of a Badge
March 15, 2004
Vol. IV, p. 383
Badge of The South Saskatchewan RegimentBlazonOn an eight-pointed star Or a Maltese Cross Argent each point pommelled Gules ensigned by the Royal Crown proper and surmounted by a torteau charged with a pronghorn antelope trippant on a wreath Or within an annulus Gules edged and inscribed SOUTH SASKATCHEWAN REGIMENT in letters Or; SymbolismThere is no record of the reason for the Regiment's choice of elements for the badge. The Royal Crown is a clear reference to service to the Crown. The antelope represents the natural splendour of the prairies. As well, the antelope's swiftness may symbolize the Regiment's speed and determination in battle. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 12, 2005 in Volume 139, page 690 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Colour version of the historic badge by Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, Cathy Sabourin, Fraser Herald, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterEva Pilar-Cass CalligrapherKaren Mackay Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |