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Scarborough, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
February 14, 1997
Vol. III, p. 146
Arms of Harold Frederick RobertsBlazonAzure on the Sun in splendour Or a cross pattée alisée quadrate in the centre Azure a bar wavy in base and a chief wavy Or; SymbolismThe blue and gold colours were chosen by Canon Roberts. The wavy bars represent a flag over water, referring to his many years as an accomplished yachtsman. The sun refers to Canon Roberts’ desire to assist others to “rise up”. The Canterbury cross represents his vocation as an Anglican clergyman. |
CrestBlazonIssuant from a rim per fesse érablé-contre-érablé Or and Gules a pillow Azure thereon a domestic cat sejant Proper the dexter paw resting on a closed book erect bound Sable edged Argent clasped Or; SymbolismThe circlet featuring maple leaves is a reference to Canon Roberts’ service to the Crown, first in the Armed Forces, and latterly as aide-de-camp to five Lieutenant-Governors of Ontario. It also alludes to the Empire Club of Canada, where Canon Roberts is a former president. Finally, seen as a ring, the circlet denotes commitment to serving others and to Canon Roberts’ dedicated efforts in promoting Canadian unity. The book refers to the power of the Word in Canon Roberts’ life, as a priest, public speaker and one who generates fellowship with his teachings. The cat was chosen by Canon and Mrs. Roberts as a favourite pet. It is also a reference to the motto, as Canon Roberts believes that cats share these qualities with him. |
MottoBlazonPERCEPTION • PATIENCE • PERSEVERANCE; SymbolismNot applicable |
Flag of Harold Frederick RobertsBlazonAzure charged with the Badge (swallow tailed, proportions 2:4); SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of Harold Frederick RobertsBlazonA Sun in splendour Or charged with a cross pattée alisée quadrate in the centre Azure; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 22, 1997 in Volume 131, page 3590 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Robert Black, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterLinda Nicholson CalligrapherJudith Bainbridge Recipient TypeIndividual |