Wearing of Insignia
Information — April 19, 2017
The Canadian Honours System has rules in regards to how and when an insignia should be worn.
Types of Honours
Information — April 19, 2017
Canadian honours come in three different categories: orders, decorations, and medals.
Order of Precedence
Information — April 18, 2017
The Canadian Honours System has rules in regards to the Order of Precedence of its various honours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Information — October 11, 2024
1. What is my family coat of arms? The term “family coat of arms” is misleading; in many heraldic traditions, a coat of arms can only be officially borne by one person at a time. Thus, a coat of arms does not belong to everyone with the same surname. However, when you are granted arms, it is...
Heraldry Colouring
Official Activity — November 21, 2022
Download and print this PDF and create your own coats of arms!
Educational Package on Heraldry
Information — March 06, 2017
Educational package on heraldry for students ages 9 to 13
Royal Letters Patent 1988
Information — March 06, 2017
Royal Letters Patent authorizing the granting of armorial bearings in Canada
Parts of a Coat of Arms
Information — March 06, 2017
Shield, mantling, crest, supporters: what are the parts of a coat of arms?
Role of the Governor General Today
Information — November 21, 2022
Educational resources for grades 7 to 11 (Secondary 1 to 5)
It’s An Honour!
Information — November 21, 2022
Educational resources on the Canadian Honours System for grades 4 to 12 (Grade 4 to Secondary 5)
Heraldry Colouring
Official Activity — November 21, 2022
Download and print this PDF and create your own coats of arms!
Educational Package on Heraldry
Information — March 06, 2017
Educational package on heraldry for students ages 9 to 13