Canadian Forces National Counter-Intelligence Unit

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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
March 1, 1999
Vol. III, p. 418

Badge of the Canadian Forces National Counter-Intelligence Unit
Badge of the Canadian Forces National Counter-Intelligence Unit
 
Badge of the Canadian Forces National Counter-Intelligence Unit

Badge of the Canadian Forces National Counter-Intelligence Unit

Blazon

Upon a representation of a terrestrial globe proper a compass rose Argent charged with the head of a North-West coast thunderbird Argent Sable and Gules;

Symbolism

The globe symbolizes the domestic and overseas operations for which this unit is responsible, while the compass rose and thunderbird head recall the unit's role of providing protection, wise counsel and direction.

Motto

Blazon

EX VERITAS ET VIGILANTIA VICTORIA;

Symbolism

Meaning "Out of truth and vigilance victory".

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 4, 2006 in Volume 140, page 429 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving Badge of the Canadian Forces National Counter-Intelligence Unit

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

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Calligrapher

Not applicable

Recipient Type

Military Institution