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House of Assembly

Halifax, Nova Scotia
Confirmation of the right to bear the shield of the arms of Nova Scotia ensigned by the Royal Crown
November 15, 2019
Vol. VII, p. 214

Badge of the House of Assembly

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Blazon

Badge

The shield of the Armorial Bearings of the province of Nova Scotia ensigned by the Royal Crown proper;


Symbolism

Badge

The use of the provincial arms with the Royal Crown indicates the House of Assembly’s role in the government of the province and refers to the connection between the legislature and the Crown.