- The Governor General of Canada
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Timothy Robert Groulx
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
December 15, 2003
Vol. IV, p. 338
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Blazon
Arms
Gules a canoe Or issuant therefrom a sprig of three maple leaves Argent, a base barry wavy Azure and Argent;
Crest
A castle Gules masoned Argent, its portcullis raised Azure;
Motto
INTEGRITY STEWARDSHIP;
Symbolism
Arms
The canoe represents Captain Groulx’s love of canoe trekking and his service to youth and others in this recreational and athletic activity. The wavy bars recall the waters of Lake Superior near Captain. Groulx’s home, while the three maple leaves represent his receipt of the Chief of Defence Staff’s Commendation. Red and white are Canada’s national colours, symbolizing Captain Groulx’s service to Canada in several domains.
Crest
The mantling features the three principal colours of the awards and decorations Captain Groulx has received. The towered gateway is drawn from the arms of the former City of Port Arthur and represents his home community of Thunder Bay. The portcullis is raised representing Captain. Groulx’s efforts in his professional life as well as through his military and community service to open doorways to the aspirations of others.
Motto
Non applicable