Arms of the Corporation of the City of Merritt
Arms of the Corporation of the City of Merritt
Blazon
Vert a sun in splendour Or;
Symbolism
Green and gold are the city colours, representing the verdant Nicola Valley and sunlight. The sun is a dominant feature of the valley: a symbol of power, splendour and justice, and a reference to the sun in the arms of British Columbia. Green also represents growth and hope.
Crest of the Corporation of the City of Merritt
Blazon
A circlet of maple leaves Gules and dogwood flowers proper;
Symbolism
This combines the floral symbols of Canada and British Columbia, maple leaves and dogwood flowers.
Motto of the Corporation of the City of Merritt
Blazon
FLOURISH UNDER THE SUN;
Symbolism
The phrase FLOURISH UNDER THE SUN makes a reference to the Arms design.
Supporters of the Corporation of the City of Merritt
Blazon
Dexter a coyote guardant, sinister a lynx, each Or and standing on a grassy mound Vert;
Symbolism
The coyote and lynx are local animals. In some native cultures, the coyote is portrayed as the creator of earth and humans. The lynx is traditionally emblematic of keen vision. The compartment represents the Nicola Valley and the nearby mountains.
