22 Wing

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Hornell Heights, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
September 1, 1995
Vol. III, p. 370

Badge of 22 Wing
Badge of 22 Wing
 
Badge of 22 Wing

Badge of 22 Wing

Blazon

Argent two lightning bolts Gules conjoined in sinister chief extending chevronwise to the dexter flank and base respectively over all a jaeger volant recursant descendant in bend sinister proper;

Symbolism

The jaeger inhabits the Arctic and coastal islands, possesses exceptionally keen eyesight, and is extremely aggressive when protecting its territory. It thus represents the Wing’s resources employed to protect Canadian territory and airspace. The lightning bolts symbolize the aerospace defense system’s communications and surveillance devices.

Motto

Blazon

CUSTODES PACIS;

Symbolism

Meaning “Guardian of peace”.

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 4, 2006 in Volume 140, page 428 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving the Badge of 22 Wing

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

Not available

Calligrapher

Not available

Recipient Type

Military Institution