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Mordechai (Morty) Minc
Hampstead, Quebec
Grant of Arms, with differences to Samantha Danielle Minc
January 15, 2021
Vol. VII, p. 330
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Blazon
Arms
Gules a lion’s face Or on a chief Argent a Magen David between two balances Azure;
Crest
An arm embowed holding a sword rebated proper and issuant from an open book lying flat Argent bound Gules;
Motto
LUX ET VERITAS;
Symbolism
Arms
Red and white are the colours of Canada. The lion’s face alludes to strength, specifically the resolve of Mr. Minc and his family to escape from Poland during World War II. The scales of justice represent Mr. Minc’s role as a municipal judge. The Star of David alludes to his Jewish faith.
Crest
The open book symbolizes action arising from recorded law. The sword alludes to Curtana, the Sword of Mercy. Together, they symbolize that Mr. Minc, mindful of social justice, served as a judge in Montréal’s courts, dispensing mercy within the law.
Motto
This Latin phrase meaning “Light and truth” illustrates the goals of Mr. Minc's judicial actions in municipal court.