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Hamilton, Ontario
Grant of Arms and Badge
April 15, 2003
Vol. IV, p. 279
Arms of Martin George RyderBlazonOr three spurs, rowels upward, Azure; SymbolismThe spurs are a reference to the name Ryder (i.e., rider). They also relate directly to the motto. |
CrestBlazonA demi dragon displayed Azure holding between its claws an antique lamp enflamed Or; SymbolismThe dragon, in a number of forms and positions, is frequently used as a crest in association with the ancestral names Ryder and Rider. The lamp of learning is an allusion to Mr. Ryder's long service with McMaster University. |
MottoBlazonFIDES CALCAR MEUM; SymbolismThis phrase translates as "Fidelity is my spur", and is a reference to the arms. |
Badge of Marvin George RyderBlazonEncircled by a chain of six large links each joined to the next by three small links, a spur, rowel upward, Azure; SymbolismThe spur repeats the symbol of the arms. The chain is derived from the arms of the recently-amalgamated City of Hamilton, symbolizing the unity of the six joining communities. Mr. Ryder was Chairman of the Transition Board that oversaw the formation of the new city. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on December 20, 2003 in Volume 137, page 3982 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Kevin Greaves, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority PainterGordon Macpherson CalligrapherKaren Mackay Recipient TypeIndividual |