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Concordia University
Montréal, Quebec
Registration of Arms and a Badge
June 20, 2024
Vol. VIII, p. 280
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Blazon
Arms
Pean on a sun in splendour Or a triangle reversed Murrey surmounted by an open book Argent edged Or bound Azure;
Crest
A sun in splendour Or charged with a triangle reversed Murrey surmounted by an open book Argent edged Or bound Azure;
Motto
CONCORDIA;
Symbolism
Arms
Gold, white and shades of red were the colours of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University, which merged to form Concordia University. The sun is taken from the emblem of the Jesuits, who operated Loyola College. The triangle is a symbol of the YMCA, which established Sir George Williams University. It appeared in the arms granted to that university and represents the YMCA’s philosophy of balancing mind, body and soul. The book represents education.
Crest
The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.
Motto
This Latin word meaning “Harmony” is the name of the University. It is taken from the motto of the city of Montréal, where it is located.