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Richmond, British Columbia
Grant of a Flag and Badge
September 15, 2005
Vol. IV, p. 519
Flag of the Union of British Columbia MunicipalitiesBlazonAzure five houses conjoined at their bases encircled by a chain Or between four dogwood flowers Argent seeded Or; SymbolismBlue represents the sea, rivers, lakes and the mountains of British Columbia. Gold symbolizes wealth of the communities. The house facades refer to the five divisions of the Union. The chain represents the strength of all the communities acting together for the common good through the organization. The dogwood flowers refer to the provincial outreach of the Union. |
Badge of the Union of British Columbia MunicipalitiesBlazonOn a hurt a dogwood flower Argent seeded Or environed by five houses conjoined at their bases all encircled by a chain Or; 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 March 4, 2006 in Volume 140, page 430 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Original concept of Robert D. Watt, Chief Herald of Canada, assisted by the Heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority. PainterDebra MacGarvie CalligrapherNancy Ellis Recipient TypeCivil Institution
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