- The Governor General of Canada
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The Nova Scotia International Tattoo Society
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Grant of Arms, Supporters, Flag and Badge
June 20, 2003
Vol. IV, p. 244
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Blazon
Badge
On a compass rose Or, a hurt charged with a drum Argent embellished Azure;
Symbolism
Badge
The white of the drum represents the Tattoo's Silver Jubilee. The drum itself symbolizes the origins of tattoos. The compass rose symbolizes the international outreach and character of the event.