Arms of Katherina Fahlman Selinger Schaaf
Arms of Katherina Fahlman Selinger Schaaf
Blazon
Vert on a cross nowy érablé a sod house Vert first and fourth a poppy flower second and third two rings interlaced Or;
Symbolism
The green field is a reference to the coat of arms of Saskatchewan, where the first Fahlmans (Mrs. Schaff’s parents) settled in 1893. It also represents new life, growth and beginnings. The gold and the cross are references to the Fahlmans’ Catholic faith. The maple leaf finials are a reference to the challenge to create new opportunities in the Canadian west. The sod house symbolizes Mrs. Schaff’s first home and the fact that family is always at the centre of the Fahlmans’ lives. The poppy represents freedom, and the gold band rings are a reference to the founding couple and the ongoing unions across the Fahlman generations.
Crest of Katherina Fahlman Selinger Schaaf
Blazon
Rising from a circlet of edelweiss flowers Argent seeded Or leaved Vert, a dove Argent bearing in its beak ears of grain Or;
Symbolism
The circlet of edelweiss recalls Mrs. Schaff’s Russian heritage as well as the enhancement of lands acquired in Saskatchewan. The dove symbolizes peace, and the stalks of grain are a reference to the first crops harvested by her parents.
Motto of Katherina Fahlman Selinger Schaaf
Blazon
FAITH FREEDOM FAMILY;
Symbolism
These three words repeat the motifs of the Arms and Crest.
